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Fall Decorating Ideas – a festive Thanksgiving

November 8, 2016 by Lisa Lehmann

As soon as September 1 rolls around I’m ready for fall. The colors. The sounds. The smells. It really is my favorite season. And as much as I love Christmas decorations, I might even like Fall Decorating even more.

Who cares that the weather has been fickle. Warm then cold. Then warm again. I can embrace all of autumn in my boots OR my flip flops.

But there is something so incredibly comforting about driving up to my home, seeing my front porch and then walking in to the feeling of fall. Because fall totally has a feeling. Does it not.

I can embrace all of autumn in my boots OR my flip flops.

Here is my tiny decorating home tour to give you some inspiration. I know there are people embracing Christmas trees and all things December. But I want to say, WAIT! Thanksgiving is a few weeks away. Give your guests the gift of autumn. THEN go all out green and glitter and whatever it is that makes you Christmas happy. But just wait a little bit longer. Okay?

This is my fall decorating the easy on a budget sort of way.

My front porch. It just makes me happy. What I added. A few wooden detailed items from Hobby Lobby. As always using their sales and my 40% off coupon. The leaf garlands and pretend berries almost all came from the Dollar Store. The fall pillow was in the dollar section at Target. $5. My biggest expense was the pumpkins. I love the odd shapes and colors. Adds for dimension and interest. I’ve had the wreath forever. I believe it was purchased at Sam’s Club or Costco. The pails and metal containers were either picked up at thrift stores or post season clearance…that is the best time to gather for next year. Golden Retriever? That’s our Willow, she turns 3 tomorrow!

You don’t have to try so hard. And never google your hip size.

November 3, 2016 by Lisa Lehmann

I did something stupid. Something shallow. Something dumb. Hip Size. Idiot.

I googled my hip size. Why? I mean part of me wanted to know. Part of me wanted to think I was a bit disillusioned. Part of me knew how absolutely ludicrous this was. Yet. I did it anyway.

My hip size? It’s not small. Also, not large. But apparently it’s plus sized.

I googled my hip size. Part of me wanted to know. Part of me wanted to think I was a bit disillusioned.

Why Buying Glasses Frames Online from Warby Parker is one of the best decisions you’ll make

October 18, 2016 by Lisa Lehmann

Glasses. If you belong to my family chances are you can’t see. Chances are you need corrective lenses. Yup, it’s a gift we just couldn’t help passing along to our kids.

Good news. Not only is it easier than ever to find amazing glasses online, they are actually priced right. But, you need to find a company you can trust.

Getting Grounded. Step outside of routine. Step outside…period.

October 13, 2016 by Lisa Lehmann

It’s a cold, dreary, gray, fall day. A day for slippers, cozy blankets and sweaters. I decided today I would ignore the call of the studio and settle into “desk work”. Two words a creative absolutely hates. “Desk work”. Yet as a business owner it is completely necessary. But before I settle in to the tedium, I need to sweat. Exercise. Yes…because I am slightly obsessed…but also for my mental health. A necessity of sorts.

Behind the Scenes – creation of a ring

October 5, 2016 by Lisa Lehmann

My studio – my behind the scenes place – is more than just where I create. It’s my respite. It’s the place where I can walk in. Sit. Feel. It feeds all my creativity. Textures. Lights. It heightens my senses and allows me to just be. But it’s also the place “where the magic happens”. Where I get to breathe life into a piece of metal and see it become something beautiful. I love that. I am extremely grateful for the gifts I have been given, and that not only do I get to do what I love, I am privileged to create for others. To bring them joy in something as simple as a piece of jewelry.

Today I thought I would give you a tiny glimpse into the steps that go into the fabrication of one of my favorite rings. Delicate and feminine yet also statement making and powerful. That’s how I feel when I wear this design.

This is how she becomes.