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life lately via instagram

life lately via instagram

Life has been so good. Crazy, a little confusing, yet exciting and precious. Sometimes when things are uncertain, I have to remember to always be thankful. Thankful to have a job, thankful to have a... Continue reading »

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    JolieBaby What a beautiful life! :) 2 days ago

  • nook-sea

    Nook & Sea Kristen, you are too sweet, thank you. I try to count my blessings as much as possible!! Hope you have a wonderful week. Keep in touch :) xo 2 days ago

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DIY mason jar terrarium {and giveaway winner!}

DIY mason jar terrarium {and giveaway winner!}

I had a jar, some beach sand, some pebbles and a plant. Needless to say, what happened next was a no-brainer. But boy, was it fun :) - – - – - Plus….the winner of the $20 Sneakpeeq gift card... Continue reading »

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adoring adobe

adoring adobe

  From the rolling seaside hills of Santa Barbara to the charming square of Old Town San Diego, adobe homes have been a historic and beautiful part of the State’s history. The first... Continue reading »

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finding your summer style with west elm + valley & co.

finding your summer style with west elm + valley & co.

Being a blogger in Southern California is such a treat. Now that the weather is getting warmer, there’s no shortage of exciting summer events to attend and it’s fun to see what new home products... Continue reading »

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the working and the out

the working and the out

Exercising blows, let’s face it. All those motivating Pinterest posters and Jillian Michaels mantras make me want to barf. Maybe if I pray hard enough, God will give me the desire to sweat and... Continue reading »

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laguna love

laguna love

If you’ve followed Nook & Sea for any length of time (maybe…10 minutes), you know my love affair with Laguna Beach. Monday afternoon proved to be a beautiful day, and I... Continue reading »

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you’re invited: reclaiming your wardrobe event in costa mesa

you’re invited: reclaiming your wardrobe event in costa mesa

I am not a fashion blogger. If you’re like me, you stay away from scary $40 price tags and blaze a hot trail to the clearance section, hoping you don’t kick a small child in the face along the... Continue reading »

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monday: things i love this day

monday: things i love this day

sunshine / waking up next to the hubby / break-and-bake cookies / flowers from trader joe’s / a warm towel out of the dryer / the occasional good hair day / clean sheets / prayer / gummy bears /... Continue reading »

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model home love

model home love

Growing up, my family was a huge fan of exploring model homes. If new tracts were near us, we visited them. My brother and I would run upstairs and choose “our rooms” while my parents picked up... Continue reading »

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white + wood wednesday

white + wood wednesday

I love this kitchen. The humongous sink, white paneled ceiling, exposed shelving and those rusty lights…. No super in-depth post today. I’ll be daydreaming :) (source) Continue reading »

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{guest post} industrial touches in the kitchen

{guest post} industrial touches in the kitchen

Hi, I’m Jessica, a writer for Arcadian Lighting; a wonderful source for affordable and beautiful light fixtures of all styles. I’m delighted to be guest posting for Kristina because... Continue reading »

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weekend recap

weekend recap

In a season when many are finishing school, revving up for the warmer months and attempting to organize their lives, sometimes it’s necessary to trade responsiveness for relaxation and escape... Continue reading »

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spring cleaning

spring cleaning

Sometimes I get the itch to start fresh. Actually, it happens quite frequently; and numerous times have I been gently scolded that, no, our relatives wedding present does not belong in the trash; nor... Continue reading »

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{guest post} drawing design inspiration from apartment therapy’s ‘small cool’ contest

{guest post} drawing design inspiration from apartment therapy’s ‘small cool’ contest

The design solutions available on the web never cease to amaze me. I stumbled upon the interior design community at Apartment Therapy not too long ago when I was searching for inspiration for my new... Continue reading »

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sneakpeeq giveaway!

sneakpeeq giveaway!

If you haven’t yet experienced this mega “shopping preview” platform,  I encourage you to give it a whirl! Similar to online browsing, Sneakpeeq grants users discounts just for... Continue reading »

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a tuvalu treat

a tuvalu treat

Hidey ho, neighbors! How was your weekend? Friday I had the pleasure of a morning coffee date with Kirby of The Short and the Sweet of It (love that girl!) and then enjoyed a long drive along sunny... Continue reading »

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you’re invited: the madewell shopping event at south coast plaza

you’re invited: the madewell shopping event at south coast plaza

I take it you like shopping, clothes, snacks and friends, right? (Oh yes you do)! Join me at the Madewell shopping event, tomorrow night at South Coast Plaza! Here are the details:Saturday, April... Continue reading »

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eyelash extensions: a review

eyelash extensions: a review

Happy Thursday! Can you believe it’s almost May? It’s coming up so quickly! Since a few of you have asked about them, I wanted to gab about the mini-set of eyelash extensions I received from... Continue reading »

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become a sponsor of nook & sea!

become a sponsor of nook & sea!

Happy hump day! I am excited to announce that Nook & Sea is now accepting advertisers! All new sponsors will receive a month-long 263 x 263 pixel ad for only $15 (normally $25). If you’re... Continue reading »

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alyce of little mamas pretties

alyce of little mamas pretties

Hello, hello! What a crazy weekend, eh? (At least for us along the coast)! 2 miles inland, it was hot as heck; but our entire community was blanketed in mist and fog. Eric and I went to the... Continue reading »