Halloween Decor & Costumes on KING 5 Seattle
Loved creating this eerie but elegant corner at KING 5 Seattle! Got to hang out with the lovely Amanda Grace & company and talk easy Halloween decor & costumes for a fun LIVE #K5Fall segment! Here’s a look at some of the simple Halloween decor ideas we shared: Create a creepy table-top vignette that tells a...
4th of July DIY on KING 5 LINK!
Getting up very early is easy when you get to join the beautiful Joyce Taylor and the KING 5 Morning News team for a little 4th of July DIY! Image via KING 5 A gorgeous Pacific Northwest morning from the rooftop garden of KING 5 in Seattle, where I shared easy 4th...
DIY 4th of July Tray Tutorial
I’ve been busy creating unconventional party pieces for the 4th of July! I’m still rocking the good old red, white and blue but with a twist. Not a flag in sight…yet. L o v e Old Glory but I wanted pieces I could keep up, long after the Fourth fireworks fade. Like this fun...
Easy 4th of July Entertaining
It’s 4th TIME and sparks will fly! Starting to pull together the easy pieces for 4th of July parties and such. Here’s the thing – I love upping the fun factor for the 4th by turning my everyday objects into Red, White and Blue GOLD! You can too. Look around your home and start collecting patriotic...
Father’s Day Gift and Tablescape Ideas on KING 5!
Image via KING 5 Seattle Loved talking F a t h e r ‘ s D a y tablescape and gift ideas LIVE on KING 5! You can check out the video links! You’ll find: Simple handmade centerpiece ideas in cool repurposed containers, DIY gift ideas like...
Cinco de Mayo Cigar Box Flower Centerpiece
I love old cigar boxes not for the cigars mind you {I don’t smoke} but for the chance to repurpose them into cool colorful flower containers! The bright artwork is perfect for a Cinco de Mayo centerpiece! Here’s what you’ll need: A few small bunches of market flowers cut short, small plastic cups and...
Cinco de Mayo!
All Images – Stefanie Knowlton Photography It’s Fiesta time! Well almost… Why not get an early start on your Cinco de Mayo celebration? Teamed up with talented photographer Stefanie Knowlton on this one! Thank you Stefanie!! Okay, we get it…for some, Cinco de Mayo is an easy excuse to kick back a killer margarita and...
Easter Countdown on KING 5 – Easy Easter DIY to try!
Easy Easter Ideas Image via KING 5 If you’re on the hunt for some last minute Easter inspiration…there’s still time to energize your Easter gathering and get crafty! Image via King 5 Morning News Had so much fun putting Easter on parade on KING 5 Morning News yesterday! {Check out our Easter entertaining...
Our 425 Magazine Night In at Metropolitan Market
Sharing the LOVE from our Valentine’s Day inspired 425 Night In with ME at Metropolitan Market! From DIY gilded gold hearts to pretty in pink wrist corsages for the ladies, we dished on everything Valentine’s Day, right down to the… pretty pink shoes! {Shoe Crush!} #Nordstrom Met Market...
Crab Cakes & Valentine’s Day Inspiration with a Glam Hollywood Vibe via 425 Magazine
Image via 425 Magazine ~ Brooke Clarke Photography Looking for a little Valentine’s Day inspiration? Why not get all dressed up and stay IN! Yep, a date night in with your significant other or gal pals. You’ll find a yummy portion of the RECIPES & ideas from my 425 Magazine Invite for Valentine’s Day UP...
DIY Valentine’s Day Gold Gilding Heart
How festive is this gilded gold heart art for Valentine’s Day! I’m prepping for our 425 Night In with Monica Hart at Metropolitan Market event and creating a few of these as a simple & pretty backdrop. Gold gilding sheets & adhesive from the Martha Stewart line make this art project a breeze!...
Spring Crush ~ Behind the Scenes of our 425 Magazine Photo Shoot!
I’m totally crushing on this SPRING photo shoot for 425 Magazine! Here’s a sunny little I-phone pic to give you a sneak peek! Can’t wait to see the real deal in 425! Love the happy spring hues! Okay, this shoot is packed with everything I LOVE from bubbly mimosas with fresh squeezed citrus, beautiful spring blooms,...
Inspired by a love of beautiful, yet simple design, food and entertaining. Monica’s distinct approach led this former television news gal to create La Famiglia Design. 
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