My New Favorite Blog

I know...we all have way too many blogs bookmarked on our computers and who really needs to add to the reading list?! Check out Valerie's BLOG and I think you will find it worth it! I discovered her blog while flipping through the latest issue of House Beautiful and I am obsessed with her style, her recipes, her photography, etc.

Valerie finds joy in a simple formula: eat, drink, garden—and have fun while you’re at it. A California native, Valerie is on a perpetual quest for the best in West Coast living.  On her blog she shares her best tips, recipes and recommendations gathered from her own table, which is often surrounded with laughing, well-fed guests.

A few recipes I am definitely going to try

FALL FRUIT AND PROSCIUTTO SALAD

OVEN FRIED POTATO CHIPS

SLOW ROASTED SALMON

How to Arrange Your Own Blooms and Set a Stylish Table

 This woman knows how to entertain with flawless style!

My Daily Reads

I am often asked where I find my inspiration. One of the biggest sources is fellow bloggers! While I could spend hours reading stylish choices, the blogs below are my daily reads.

The mother/daughter duo behind DESIGN CHIC

Elizabeth from PRETTY PINK TULIPS

Sue's hip blog (and store) THE ZHUSH

Lisa from HAMPTONTOES 

Debby of INSPIRED DESIGN

Carolyn of THE BUZZ

Tina from THE ENCHANTED HOME

Terri of LA DOLFINA

And my pal Erin of ELEMENTS OF STYLE whom I have known for years and inspired me to launch my blog!