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top 15 of 2015

I’m signing off for the rest of the year, but for your holiday break reading pleasure, I have rounded up my top 15 posts/moments from 2015. To start it off, a post I will always look back on and treasure… MY MATERNITY PHOTOS. I can’t believe it has almost been a full year since archer was […]

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a-frame inspo

While the interior of our A-frame currently looks completely sad and drab, and a bit scary… I have started the wheels turning on how we will hopefully make it to something that feels comfortable, modern, and unique. While I get to the drawing board, I have rounded up a few inspirational interiors that I think have elements which are just that, […]

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DIY gift wrap

I received a few requests to further explain my DIY wrapping paper from my gift exchange party so here she is… I love homemade wrapping paper for quite a few reasons. It makes a gift a little extra special, it only takes a few minutes, it can actually save time if you are like me […]

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hostess gift guide

With all of the holiday parties happening, I put together one more gift guide and this one goes out to the hostesses. Throwing a Christmas or New Years party can take up a good amount of time in an already very busy season, so I’ve rounded up a few gifts that are perfect for the […]

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a-frame // sarah sherman samuel21

A-frame Before Tour

Hi Hi and happy friday, I am here with what will eventually be known as the “before tour” of our new A-frame. Ok guys, prepare yourselves, the inside of this place is a doozy…

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bath salts - diy // sarah sherman samuel

winter skincare & bath salt diy

I am not one to use a lot of lotions and potions or beauty products. I have my 5 minute make-up routine, wash my hair about once a week (I still shower everyday, FYI, don’t get crazy), I can’t even remember the last time I got my hair cut (over a year and a half), and I […]

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Christmas Traditions – 12 Activities to try

I think I’ve mentioned a time or two how I am BIG on making new, and keeping old, traditions for various holidays. We didn’t have a ton growing up but the ones we did, I cherish. Growing up in Michigan meant the holidays were filled with all sorts of winter activities, sledding, making snow men […]

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cozy gift exchange tabletop // sarah sherman samuel

a “cozy” gift exchange party

Party season is here and who can ever get enough?! A bunch of girlfriends and I get together every year for a gift exchange party and this year I am hosting! I’ve teamed up with Anthropologie to share a few of my favorite ideas on how to host a fab gift exchange party with your […]

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DIY holiday wall hanging // sarah sherman samuel

DIY holiday wall hanging

 I threw my first party in the new studio for which I whipped up this evergreen wall hanging and it is easily my new favorite piece of holiday decor. This crazy simple DIY has loads of visual impact but doesn’t take up any floor space, making it perfect for small spaces.

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a dog’s christmas

Speaking of fur kids… ours have adjusted pretty amazingly to having a baby in the house. Granted, they still both sleep in our bed and are still spoiled pretty rotten, but what I didn’t expect was how quickly they accepted little Arch as one of the pack. It is incredibly sweet to see them tip toe […]

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gift guide for pets // sarah sherman samuel

holiday gift guide for fur kids

…and we can’t forget about our furry children! Whether you want to REALLY splurge (that dog bed though) or just give a little stocking stuffer, here’s a few fun pieces for your pet. dog bed // leather leash // rafia mice // treat bone // rope ball // lion mane // feeding dishes // cat house […]

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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE FOR KIDS // SARAH SHERMAN SAMUEL

holiday gift guide for littles

and now a few of my favorite gifts for the little ones… plush animals // romper // building blocks // hooded blanket // toy camera // arrow pants // balancing blocks // piggy rocker // gaston the book // knit dolls // field tent // baby booties see all the rest of the gift guides… […]

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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE FOR HER // SARAH SHERMAN SAMUEL

holiday gift guide for her

And now for the ladies… cross body bag // tassel necklace // wool hat // brass x coasters // sweater // shearling tote // hex serving tray // tea towel // earrings // wall hanging // baseline necklace // kinfolk home book  see all the rest of the gift guides… for him for the littles […]

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HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE FOR HIM // SARAH SHERMAN SAMYEL

holiday gift guide for him

It’s gift guide weekend! I’ll be doing all my shopping and posting a few buying guides here… starting with goodies for the men in our lives. travel kit bag // french press // wallet // alarm clock // skinny tie // conductor flask // tools bottle opener // button down shirt // walnut serving board // gold space pen // nixon watch […]

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black and gold luxe thanksgiving adult table // sarah sherman samuel

sss collaboration II

Round 2 of my SSS artist’s collaborations has me SO excited. Our napkins were in need of a little jewelry, so I reached out to Christine of Young Frankk for a little help to get them all dolled up for the holidays. You may recognize the x motif as I’ve worn a bracelet by her that is […]

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mixing metallics // holiday decor | sarah sherman samuel

mixed metallic wonderland

You may be aware of my love for metallics, especially in the home, and my kitchen may be known for mixing different finishes (copper, bronze, and brass) but up until now, I haven’t taken metal mixing to the rest of the house. This holiday season it is all going down, no metallic is safe and […]

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