Who is Leslie Karen?
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 2025 Serenbe Showhouse
Tucked into the rolling countryside just outside Atlanta, Serenbe isn’t your typical neighborhood — it’s more like a living, breathing design experiment that actually worked. Founded in the early 2000s by Steve and Marie Nygren, Serenbe was born out of the idea that nature, architecture, and community could coexist beautifully (imagine if a charming European village and a sustainability think tank had a baby).
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.
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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Ain’t Too Proud to Dumpster Dive – The Great Chair Makeover
You know that saying, “One man’s trash is another woman’s throne”? Well, it should be—because that’s exactly what I found...
The Ferris Street Project and Why Home Staging is Important
What Is Home Staging and Why It Works (a.k.a. Why Your Aunt Karen's Doilies Need to Go). Let’s start with the basics: Home...
The Best Antique Fairs and Markets in the U.S. – Part 2
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The Best Antique Fairs and Markets in the U.S. – Part 1
*Updated 5/25 If you’re like me and you love thrifting and vintage shopping, raise your hand? I have two hands up because I love...
The Best 27 Mother’s Day Gifts
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44 Things That Are Giving Me Life Right Now – Pastels and Pops of Color
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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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