Mantle Decor Crafts

 Hello There! Thanks so much for stopping by! So since we are officially into the spring season, I wanted to spruce up my fireplace mantle and give it a little fresh spring touch🌿.

I was inspired a fellow DIYer and Crafter to pull out my Cricut machine- which I had stored at my moms house- and get to crafting again. 

I wanted to do a project that would blend well with my homes overall aesthetic- coastal, fresh, boho, and a little bit global. So I got to searching on my Cricut account and found the perfect cutouts of Monstera and a variety of tropical leaves. I also picked up some card stock from my local craft store and wooden beads for that ultimate boho vibe, along with some jute string and created this cute banner. Not only was it fun; but it matches my living room perfectly and all of the plants that I collect.🌿

I’ll be doing some more fun Craft Projects soon stay tuned!

Let me know what you think and what other craft projects you’d like for me to do in the future🌿

Hugs!

Ebonee💜

Southern Style Brunch

Happy Happy Monday Friends! I'm so excited to share with you a WONDERFUL giveaway! I have been looking forward to share this with you all. If you have been following for a while you may know how much I love Callies Hot little Biscuit. I buy them in the Frozen section at Publix; or I get other items they make delivered. Another Southern Female founded company that I'm loving is Southern Baked Pie and company! We are teaming up to giveaway a Limited Edition Effortless Holiday Bundle!

This is my favorite giveaway collaboration to date!

This spring I know that we all will gathered together with friends and family at home and this is THE perfect spread.

Included in the Bundle Giveaway is your choice of Southern baked Pie quiche: sausage onion or Spinach mushroom. ( I chose spinach and mushroom for a Brunch I hosted and my oh my! It was so tasty!)

CHLB Traditional Pimento cheese, 6 CHLB handmade cheese and Chive Biscuits,  CHLB handmade Cinnamon Biscuits. A full value of $79.95! Free!

Be sure to head over to my latest IG post to get all of the details to enter! I can't wait for you all to enter. Be sure to order everything by March 28th to get it before April 4th.

 

With that being said let's dive into this delicious and beautiful brunch I put together one Sunday for my family. 

The two biscuit options I used for my little biscuit board were perfect for various taste palettes. A little savory with cheese and chive option; and then sweet with the cinnamon biscuits. I also, whipped up my super easy and homemade strawberry jam, just in case. The thing that I love about these biscuits is that the only thing I had to do was pop them into the oven. As much as I love making biscuits sometimes the easy route is best, if you're low on time. These are just as delicious- Trust me😉

 

Now, let's talk about the Quiche- The best quiche I've had in a very long time. It was delivered in a cute box and all I had to do was put it into the oven. My family loved it and that made me feel so good to know, that everything prepared was tasty and up to our high standards. Like I mentioned previously, I chose the spinach and mushroom quiche because I love that combo. The crust was perfect of the whole entire quiche was full of flavor. You will not be disappointed. The Southern Baked pie has some delicious pies that I have been eyeing too. They are based in Georgia and offer a variety of baked goods in different locations, as well as shipping to us who aren't lucky enough to live close by. 

You're probably wondering what I did with the Pimento cheese- well, I made the best pimento cheese grits ever! It is literally my new favorite dish and I'll definitely be making it again. It is not only delicious but very filling. I love taking an already delicious food and creating something else super delicious with it. My mom literally said "mmmm, wow, this is good Ebonee!" I'll be sure to link this recipes that I used. The Pimento cheese spread from CHLB is also so good on the biscuits, So the remainder was there for that option as well. 

Needless to say, It was a successful brunch and you can have the same. Please be sure to header to this link to order ahead of time to get everything before April 4th. 

Feel free to let me know if you've entered the giveaway- I love hearing from you all. And I'm so excited!

New for Spring GAP & J.Crew, more

 Spring is officially here! Spring is my second favorite season- The early part of spring is the best. Its not too hot or too cold- It's Goldilocks style (Just Right)😆 My most favorite is all of the bright florals and colors in fashion. You all know how much I love wearing color. ALOT! There are so many beautiful new arrivals from some of my favorites. I rounded the prettiest florals and solids that I'm loving. Everything is linked for you. Some pieces I own and love and some are on my shopping cart.

Eyelet skirt comes in multiple colors- Barrington tote- Blue and White skirt- White button down- Shirt dress- Gingham skirt- Button down shirt comes in multiple colors and solids

I love strawberries and its no secret; to me they scream spring is here and I love this T-shirt and it would look great under a denim jacket, if its still chilly where you are. Linen button downs come in multiple colors-I have this neutral/tropical maxi dress and it is stunning!

Pink Button down- do you see a trend of button downs here😆 beautiful and casual dress. Basic Terry pullovers-Pastel blouse.

Happy Spring 🌸

Ebonee💜

Loving Lately Part 5

Hi Friends, 

Here's another round up of "Loving Lately." If you're new around here "Loving Lately" is a collection of things that I have been loving lately. Whether its an outfit, books, a recipe, or place. I love to share just in case you'd like to check them out yourself or discover something new.

I have to say, I have been loving this navy and white horse embroidered dress. If you know me really well, then you know why. I've featured it on my blog a couple of weeks ago.

Also, recently I went to my towns new Equestrian center to watch horses jumping. Horses are such beautiful creatures and it's so nice reminiscing about when I used to ride horses. And being near such beautiful animals. We plan to take my nephew because he loves animals.

 

“Before we were yours” a heart wrenching book based on the true story of Child Trafficker Georgia Tann and the conspiracy she led all under the disguise of caring for children. This is a must read! A worldwide crime that sadly, never got to justice. It makes you think just because a Judge passes law doesn't make to law right or just!

This book by Booker T. Washington "Up from Slavery" was such a great book and encouraging one. He did not let the current time and circumstances get in the way of him being successful. He also did not play victim just because he was a minority; he rose above it and today is a well known man of history. 

Thanks so much for stopping by.

Hugs from Florida💜

Styling Neutrals and Basics

Hello! Welcome to my color styling series- The first of hopefully many. I wanted to do color styling segments in both Interiors and Outfits, to provide inspiration to you in whatever colors you love or lean towards in Fashion or Interiors. So with that being said, Lets take a look to see how I styled this mostly white outfit. 

Spring time is the perfect time to pickup/replenish those basics that we wear over and over again and are classics and closet staples. This lightweight, white blouse is a fresh take on your basic button shirt; with the tiny little details that add so much detail. I styled mine with an off white maxi skirt (size up) and some raffia sandals that I love and have had since last year; however, here is a similar one. And also, one of my favorite hat styles-the fedora.

White button downs are such a staple and can be worn with so many different ways. I did a little French tuck and tied in the front too! It can be worn with denim, over a maxi and with other printed skirts- The styling options are endless. They are also perfect for those sweltering hots months that we experience here in the South.

 This one is a great price and under $40

Thank you so much for stopping by and I hope that you've enjoyed this styling neutrals and basics post. 

Hugs from Florida,

Ebonee💜 

Cabana Lounge Chairs with The Inside

 Happy Tuesday Friends! As the warmer months are approaching, I know that we all will be spending lots of time outside enjoying the weather and spending it with friends and family.

I'm so happy to share that you can add some style to your patio with these Cabana Lounge chairs from The Inside- They'd even be great for the beach! I styled mine for some porch floral arranging, relaxing and watching the sunset.

These chairs are so cute and there are over 100 fabric options, including heritage brands like Scalamandre and Old World Weavers,  for a custom look without the huge price tag, that usually customs with custom furniture. All you have to do is choose your furniture, choose your fabric (they also offer $1 swatches to help bring your custom pieces to life). And lastly, receive your custom made furniture in a matter of weeks- not months.

The Cabana chairs start at $119 and include a one-piece fabric sling. Printed spun poly, engineered for up to 100 hours of sunlight. And a hardwood frame. 

Picking out my fabric was the best part and I know that you'll love these chairs too, so much that I have a special discount code just for you all. And a special link here. Be sure to use my code EBONEE50 to get $50 off your purchase of $199 or more. 

Let me know what fabrics you pick out for your cabana chairs and how you style them. I love seeing how others style their outdoor spaces.

Thank you so much for stopping by. 

Hugs from Florida,

Ebonee

Purple Gingham Tote - Barrington

Hello Hello Hello! I'm in full on spring mode over her. And nothings screams spring more than gingham, am I right?! a few weeks ago I got my new Barrington purple gingham tote delivered straight to my door. And you all know my love for purple- IT IS THE BEST COLOR EVER! I love this style of tote and it fits so much (I carry ALL of the things.)BTW, there's a zipper option too. I ordered the one without a zipper. The fun thing about ordering from Barrington is that you get to customize your bags or accessories to your specifications. 

 Here are a few more prints that I love and customized to my liking. Everything obviously has purple, and my other favorite color and favorite color combo purple and green. I'm also loving this classic Hydrangea print travel bag, sunglass case, and pouch- It is stunning! Loving this green lattice laptop case with a lavender stripe and monogram. Here is an accompanying travel bag tag in the gingham to contrast and compliment your travel bag. The green lattice tote is a smaller option if you like a different option.

 

Which ones your favorite? I'd love to know and is it feeling like spring where you live?

If not, I hope that this post brings some sunshine and warmth to you virtually.

Thanks so much for stopping by my little blog.

Hugs from Florida,

Ebonee💜

Strawberries are my love language

Hiiiii! So strawberry season is upon us and I’m so happy about it! I love, love, love strawberries 🍓 they are my top three favorite food items. I recently made a quick and easy strawberry jam for family brunch that I had prepared. It’s my go too recipe and oh so easy. I also love wearing strawberries (top here and only $10) and I love strawberry accessories too!

So I rounded up my favorite strawberry pieces to share with you all- just in case you’re a strawberry lover too.

Strawberry T-shirt🍓 Art🍓 yellow t-shirt 🍓 laptop case🍓Etsy botanical strawberry art🍓Phone case🍓Skirt (my dream skirt)🍓shoes🍓

Thanks so much for stopping by and I hope that I've inspired you to add more strawberries in your life.

From the Sunshine State,

Ebonee💜

Two year Anniversary in the Bungalow

Hi Friends!  Today marks the 2 year anniversary of signing papers and closing on my sweet little 1930’s bungalow. I’m beyond grateful for this home and feel blessed to live here. It’s amazing how far it’s come and how much I’ve renovated. It’s been the best journey and the design process has been so fun!

My Dress is new and under $50. Love the tropical neutral print🌿

So let’s celebrate with a great sale happening over at one of my favorites Serena and Lilly. They’re having their Spring design event; where almost everything is 20% off. 

 The Spring Design Event

Enjoy 20% off everything with code NEWLEAF March 9 - 16.

Excludes items in the sale section of our site, gift certificates, art, and Limited- Edition PUBLIC® C7 Bike. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts.

Because great summer homes are made in spring. Get started.

Here are some of my favorites and I’ll link everything for you so it’s easy to find. You all know how much I love decorating with neutrals, there’s just something so chic and timeless about it! 

1. Hanging Rattan Chair 2. Solid La Jolla Baskets 3. South Seas Bar Cart 4. Driftway Dresser

5. Riviera Bar & Counter Stools 6. Teak Step Stool

7. Capiz Scalloped Chandelier 8. Blake Raffia Console

9. Venice Rattan Chair - Natural 10. Dip-Dyed Stools

11. Seaview Rug

                                              

Designing with green

Hi Friends!

I hope that you are having a great week so far. I’ve been spending a lot of time freshening up my house and yard for spring. And adding small spring touches here and there- like greenery and new pillows. 

One of the colors that you’ll see a lot of in interior design this year is green- of course, I’m not a trendy person. I like what I like, no matter if it’s trendy or not. And so far it’s worked out perfectly for me. So, with that being said, green has always been one of my favorite colors to design my personal home with. Rooms in my house are green, my homes exterior is a beautiful coastal green, and my porch floors are a subtle shade of green. So needless to say, I love green!

Green to me is almost a neutral in interior design; especially if it has a gray undertone. 

Here are a few color combinations green goes well with:

Green and purple (my personal favorite), green and red, I have this color combo in one of my bathrooms. Red is a complimentary color on the color wheel. I ground the brighter red with black and dark wood for a more balanced look. 

Green and pink (a classic), green and black, green and blue. This color combo is on my porch snd it’s so fresh and a cool color combo. Green and metallics like copper or gold- also another personal favorite. 

One way that you can add green to your home is by adding greenery it adds an element of freshness and pulls everything together. You can have beautiful pieces of furniture but to me without that touch of greenery it feels incomplete. That’s why I always have green plants in my house because it pulls all of my beautiful pieces of furniture together. 

These are my favorite shades of green.

Sea Salt is used on my porch floor and one of the bathrooms and hallway.

Oyster bay is used on my homes exterior and plan to pair this color with an eggplant purple accent. 

As you can see these two greens  go quite well with this marble table which has gray in it. These two greens both have gray undertones. 

If you have any questions about this trending color feel free to leave a comment or if you need help pairing colors let me know also. I love to help in that process. 

Thank you so much for stopping by. 

Hugs,

Ebonee💜