Whew. I wrote this post last week before the craziness of COVID-19 hit the USA. So I'm altering this post a bit to reflect what we're living through in this moment. Most of the US is moving toward lockdown mode -- here in Nashville, bars and restaurants are operating at minimum capacity, takeaway only, or [...]
If you haven't read it, I highly recommend going back and reading this post to get some back story on the Zero Dollar Update I was a part of on Instagram over the month of February. The short of the challenge: spend as close to $0 as possible to update a space. Jake and I [...]
If you don't follow me on Instagram, then you may have missed this challenge I'm doing over there. Myself and seven other female designers are doing various types of makeovers in our homes spending as close to zero dollars as possible. I'm doing a full bathroom makeover using the supplies and tools we already have [...]
this post contains affiliate links Hi dudes! This is a project I did earlier this spring and even documented but have never even thought to post until last week. I was at a party at my friend Sarah's, and my other friend Lucy and I were walking around Sarah's newly-renovated house. It's like exploring a [...]
Hello, friends! You're all so great. Did you know that? I'm lucky that I get to inhabit this planet with you. Speaking of our wonderful planet, this week is Climate Week in NYC and there were planned Climate Strikes worldwide over the weekend and throughout this week. The world is in dire need of our [...]
If y'all follow me on Instagram (@the_chiahouse), you'll already have seen my new office mural. I'm very into neutrals and minimalism these days. Just kidding. My office was a space that was supposed to energize me and make me want to get work done. When you work 50/50 at home/in the field, you need a [...]
this post contains affiliate links. This post is short and sweet and to the point. If you have been eyeballing one of those thick, plushy, pompom or tassel blankets, this is an inexpensive and fun way to DIY. Same goes for pillows, shirts, wall hangings, garlands, and anything you'd like to add a tassel or [...]
Y'all ready to build a headboard for the sole purpose of making other people say "daaaaaaaaaamn, girl"?! Then you've come to the right place! Hahaha, but really. Hi friends! Last week was one full of rest, doodling, and crafts while I recouped myself from a bout of heightened anxiety and a panic attack that came [...]
Dun dun dun... A wall mural! They look intimidating to tackle, but they actually aren't. I promise. There are a myriad of ways in which one can go about painting a wall mural all with a fair amount of ease, and I'm here to help this process move smoothly. I think the question I'm most [...]
