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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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The Best Places in Atlanta to See Fireworks on July 4th
I remember as a child going to see the July 4th fireworks with our blankets and eating hot dogs and salt water taffy. I’m from New England, Connecticut to be exact, and I always associate salt water taffy with July 4th. I don’t think I’ve ever missed a fireworks celebration. There’s something about the colors and lights that’s just mesmerizing.
There’s always something to do in Atlanta on July 4th and I’ve compiled a list of a few things in the metropolitan area. If you don’t feel like barbecuing and want to get out of your backyard, here’s what you can do.
How to Make a Music Space in Your Home – In Honor of Black Music Month
Let’s talk about music — the universal language, the soul of a house party, and the reason your auntie still has a two-step ready at all times. June is Black Music Month, a time to celebrate the profound impact of Black artists, genres, and rhythms that have shaped the soundtrack of our lives. From gospel to jazz, soul to hip-hop, R&B to reggae, Black music has always been about joy, resistance, expression, and connection.
25 Things That Are Giving Me Life in the Outdoors Right Now
If you’ve been here for a while, you know that when I say something is “giving me life,” I don’t mean it’s just nice. I mean it’s making my eyeballs dance, my designer heart race, and my inner HGTV host scream “YASSS.” These are the things that would transform my outdoor space from “meh” to “magazine-worthy.” And if you’re not obsessing over your outdoor areas as much as your interiors, sweetie… you’re missing half the fun.
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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The 10 Best Little Coffee Shops in Atlanta
*Updated* Some people refer to coffee as the nectar of the gods. I thoroughly concur. Coffee is my thang and my spirit just...
2025 Colors of the Year – Part 2
Every year, major paint companies and color experts announce their "Color of the Year," setting the tone for trends in design,...
The Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Magazine 2024 Serenbe Showhouse
I’m a Board Member of the Atlanta chapter of the Real Estate Staging Association and this Fall our October meeting took place at...
2025 Colors of the Year – Part 1
It’s that time of the year again. As we move closer to 2025, the top paint brands have released their anticipated "Colors of the...
Scott’s Antique Market – The Place to Go in Georgia if You’re into Vintage Like Me
Vintage shopping, thrifting, salvaging and then decorating with it is kinda my thing. I think it’s because when I was a little...
Sweater Weather is Here and I’m Here For It
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and I receive a commission if you visit a link and buy something on my...
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