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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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Fall 2024 Nail Trends
As the leaves change and the weather cools, we are all looking forward to stepping into darker and moodier tones. That goes for nails too. I love searching the net for new trends in nails and this Fall there’s some real stunners.
20 Things Giving Me Life Right Now – End of Summer Edition
Here we are again at the end of the month and it’s also the end of the Summer season. I always like to wrap up the month with a list of all the things that had my mind blown. Here in these internet streets, there are so many things that are inspirational, aspirational and just plain gorgeous. I have to share because why not? No gatekeeping here.
The Top Four Fashion Trends for Fall 2024 and How You Can Get Into It
Fall is in the air and I’m so excited. All of my favorite things happen in the Fall; sweaters, football, fall festivals, fire pits and watching the leaves change in the mountains. And as the leaves start to turn and the air gets a little crisper, the fashion world heats up with a fresh array of trends for Fall 2024.
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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An Ode to New York City – Part 2
As I said in my previous post Part One, I have a special place in my heart for NYC. Ever since I was a little girl, I...
The Haven Conference for Content Creators
I just attended the 2023 Haven Conference in Atlanta and it was fabulous. It is a conference for creators in the DIY,...
15 of the Coolest Places to Go on a Date
https://puffpassandpaint.com/blog/painting-date-night/ Ah, Date Night. It’s simultaneously scary and exciting. If you’re like...
Checkerboard is Definitely a Thing
https://ruggable.com/ Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and I receive a commission if you visit a link and buy...
How I Started My Reno – Part 1
Welcome to the saga of the renovation of my forever home. If you haven’t already, please see The Beginning -...
Too Cool for School Stools
https://dutchfurniture.com I don’t think any piece of furniture is more versatile than the stool. Stools, you might say? Well...
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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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