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Leslie Karen is a blog dedicated to women who are forever curious, passionate and don’t believe in limits. I love DIY’ing and trying to figure out how to do things, traveling, designing interiors, finding good restaurants, fashion and reading. Basically just about anything creative and artistic.
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32 Halloween Nail Designs So Good it’s Scary
If you’re looking for Halloween nail designs that are bold, spooky, or drop-dead chic, you’ve come to the right haunted house. Whether you’re into classic orange-and-black vibes, creepy creatures, witchy glam, or minimalist Halloween nails that whisper mystery, this list of Halloween nail designs has something for everyone. These aren’t your basic pumpkins and spiderwebs — they’re stylish, clever, and just the right amount of eerie.
The Best Halloween Decorating Ideas That’ll Blow Your Mind
Halloween is one of those holidays where you can go all in—or just sprinkle in a few spooky touches—and still feel festive. Whether you’re the “cobwebs on every surface” type or the “maybe I’ll just buy one pumpkin and call it a day” type, there’s a way to make your home scream (politely, of course) Halloween.
25 Fireplaces That Are Giving Me Life Right Now
If you’ve been around here a while, you already know what I mean when I say something is “giving me life.” It’s not just a casual like, or a passing interest. No, when something gives me life, it’s that deep, soul-stirring spark of joy that makes me feel like I could write poetry about grout lines or get misty-eyed over a perfectly styled bookshelf. I’ve written about planters, frames, books, even the color yellow—but now that the temperatures are finally dipping, my heart (and my Pinterest boards) are fully consumed by fireplaces.
Designer & Diy’er pumped up on caffeine and willing to create anything. I want to let women know they can do it and if they don’t want to, I will.
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Go Green or Go Home: Why St. Patrick’s Day Is the Perfect Excuse to Embrace Green in Fashion & Interiors
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and I receive a commission if you visit a link and buy something on my...
March is National Craft Month – DIY Crafting is Here
March is National Crafting Month, which is so close to my heart and one of my favorite subjects to talk about. It...
BHM: 16 Artists That Are Giving Me Life
As this is the last blog post in my series for Black History Month, I’ve been reflecting on my journey as a Maker and Artist and...
BHM – 6 Black Fashion Designers You Should Know
The global fashion industry has been significantly enriched by the creativity and innovation of Black designers. From redefining...
BHM: 7 of the Best African American Interior Designers You Have to Check Out
Sheila Bridges Portfolio African American Designers don’t often get their flowers and I wanted to take this time in the middle...
25 Valentines Day Nail Designs You’ll Want to Try
As you all know Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to indulge in all things romantic, playful, and stylish—including your...
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I’d love to work with you! Let me help you build your dream home, a new design for your office space, or create that cozy, chic room for your guests. I also happily answer general questions, share home-staging tips, and can recommend good products/fun decorating ideas. Do get in touch!
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