Hey! Did you see my blog post over on Modern Parents Messy Kids? I wrote about how we are using technology (iPads and iPod touches) to help get the chores done around here!
Go check out the post to read all the details!
Are you head over heels about wallpaper like I am? The bathroom is a great place to start. It’s a small space, so it’s not going to be a big investment. And bold patterns leave a big punch in small spaces! I recently wallpapered a wall in my dining room, but after seeing Annie’s wallpapered bathrooms, I’m itching to do the same!
The bedrooms have personality and life, but also a sense of calm. See part one of Annie’s house in my last blog post.
I love the brightly colored knobs on all the hall closets!
Falling in love with a client’s baby is a no-brainer. I am swooning over all the little newborn nuances every day I’m on the job. But, sometimes, I walk into a client’s home and fall in love with their style. The way they live.
Annie’s home is so vibrant and full of color. It makes you smile the minute you enter the door. She was kind enough to let me photograph her home to share with you on the blog. I hope you enjoy her taste as much as I do! She (of course!) loves Jonathan Addler, pins things like crazy for inspiration and says Z. Gallerie has the best Addler-inspired knock offs. Good tip!
*I’ll be highlighting the other parts of the home in a second and third blog post, so stay tuned!
I’ve been working hard to restore a few pieces of vintage furniture for the mini-sessions this year! Everything turned out so cute…I’m excited to share the sample pictures with you!
Here are the details…March 16 8:40am-10:40am Long Beach park location, 20 minute sessions, $100
These spots will go quickly, so email me at info@kristineldridge.com or call 562-980-6480 to reserve your spot.
Sisters make the best of friends! I’ve been photographing these two for four years now and each shoot is better than the last. I love how their personalities tend to fall into the traditional categories of sibling order. First is a little bit cautious, maybe shy. Second is the wild child, with silly as her middle name. They play off each other and draw out the best in one another! Sisters are the best!
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My friend Marcus, just started his own business making custom clothing for kids. I offered to shoot one of his pieces on Cooper, so I wanted to share it here! Marcus’ attention to detail is perfection and he has great style too! Here’s the link to his etsy store…so go check it out!
I’ve been feeling the itch to do something different with our TV. As much as I hate incorporating the TV into the living room decor, it actually is a big part of what we do in that room. Whether it’s watching movies after the kids go to bed, playing games on the wii or hosting a Monday Night Football party…it’s a part of our life.
So, right now the TV sits on a media console. I love the console itself, but there’s not much room up there for anything except the TV. I pinned a few ideas for wall units that might work around the TV, but I was also remembered some photos I took of my friend, Allyson‘s house last summer. She’s a crafty girl…so of course her and her husband put this together themselves. She also made some wallpaper while she was at it. Did you read this post?
I love the way she layers things…nothing looks too cluttery, which is my biggest pet peeve.
Thanks for letting me share your house Allyson! I’m inspired to put together something that will work my TV and hopefully be a bit stylish in the process!
Every year I look forward to the spring mini-sessions at Rascals to Rebels. It’s a parade of sweet dresses, gingham and bow ties. It’s so much cute that my cheeks get tired from smiling so much! This year, I decided upon a variation of the moss wall that I’ve made in the past. It’s a lot of greenery with sticks and little sprouts of leaves mixed in, to give it a bit of a whimsical feel. I’m also bringing along this antique green velvet chair for those that want to use it. Don’t forget to go by the store to sign up….these spots go quickly!
Last night I was sitting on the couch telling Brent about how Valentine’s Day isn’t for married people. I went on for a bit until he’s all…you say that every year. I do!? Apparently I subconsciously feel strongly about Valentine’s Day. Then he went out and bought Jillian and I each a bouquet of flowers today. Over-achiever. I baked some blueberry scones that count for Teacher Appreciation Week, Valentine’s Day annnd after school snacks. I multi-tasked that business.
Scones are a delightful combination of flour, sugar and lots of butter. The fresh fruit makes you feel like you’re eating something healthy, so just don’t even look at all that butter. Oh and that crazy picture above? Free lensing. It’s my new favorite thing. You take the lens off your camera body and then tilt it this way and that to get different looks. It’s like a make-shift tilt-shift.
Smitten Kitchen Berry Scones
Makes 12
2 3/4 cup flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
6 ounces of butter, in 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup blueberries
3/4 to 1 cup buttermilk (use the smaller amount if using fresh fruit, the larger if using the raisin-caraway combo)
Turbinado or sanding sugar for sprinkling (optional)
Preheat oven to 375°.
Place cubed butter in freezer for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, measure other ingredients (except buttermilk and fruit) and mix in the bowl of a food processor.
Add butter to processor bowl and mix until the butter and flour mixture are the texture of coarse cornmeal. Transfer the mixture to the bowl of a mixer and add buttermilk and fruit, mixing on the lowest speed until the dough just comes together.
Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently a couple times. Roll dough out to approximately one-inch thickness (I skipped the rolling pin and just patted it out with floured hands) and cut into squares. Cut those squares again on the diagonal, creating triangles. Sprinkle with coarse sugar, if you’re using it.
Bake on an ungreased baking sheet (mine stuck ever-so-slightly, so I might line it with parchment next time, though no biggie if you don’t) for 25 to 30 minutes, until lightly browned.
This year I want to bring you more of my favorite spots. Even if it’s a little hard to get to or a little bit further than I’m used to going…I want to spend time on the things I love. This beach in Laguna is a recent favorite and I’m going to be offering extended mini-sessions on Saturday, February 23rd. Here are the details: $150 for a 40 minute session and you get a free digital image with your purchase. There is a bit of walking over rocky coral, so I wanted to allow some extra time. But, this is such a special place…you won’t be disappointed. A few of my favorite highlights are a succulent trail on the way to the beach, tide pools and a mysterious old castle! **These sessions can be just the kids or the whole family.
Available times are: 3:30-4:10 4:10-4:50 4:50-5:30
Call me 562-980-6480 or email info@kristineldridge.com to reserve your spot.
