Life As Art

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Hello friends! We are in the midst of a gorgeous October and I am so enjoying being out in nature these days.

Walks have turned my cloudy moods to contented ones, and I’m reminded that we really need to be outdoors.

Loving the goldenrod by the little lake in our subdivision.

life as art

Coming inside from the cold helps me better appreciate our home even when it’s not in the best state. Our house needs a deep clean before the Holidays.  Still, I love being home.

One of the things I like to do at the turn of every season is style our hallway bookshelf.

Fall is shining on the shelf right now and I love the vintage pieces I’ve collected as well as the great deals I’ve found online to make it happen.

Lovely design inspiration I saw this week.

Check out the incredible talent of this International designer. 

Get motivated with these basic home DIYs.

I’ve been thinking about doing this project and this post got me to take some action.

October Self Care

5 Selfcare Practices for Every Area of Your Life

The Importance of Selfcare for Women Entrepreneurs

Dynamic Stretching to Energize Your Body

Quote of the Week

life as art

Think on these things.

This bittersweet story of love, freedom and family made me take a deep breath.

Home Comforts

Some amazing finds this week at Pottery Barn, and a few things on sale!

Cutting boards / Vases / Boxwood wreath / Dish towels / Wooden serving spoons / Dish rack / Storage jars

Color for the Soul

artist Gretchen Warsen

So much on the blog this week. Talked about…

An Easy DIY Family or Group Costume

family costume

Styling for Autumn with Trays

home decor tray styling

Going Bold with Wall Color and Molding

My intension when sharing what I’ve found with you is that your mind has been engaged and your heart is full. You are a natural creative!

Go out and create!

Until next time you can find me on InstagramFacebook, Pinterest and Tik Tok.

Here’s to seeing the cup as half full sweet friends.

xo maria

 

4 Comments

  1. Jamala

    Hey Maria.. I’m enjoying your life as art series.. you choose wonderful natural pictures and then showing a style in your home is perfectly blended.

    Reply
    • Maria Kamara

      I’m so glad you are liking it Jamala! It’s taken some time to figure out what to include, but I’m enjoying doing it. Hope you are having a good week friend.

      Reply
  2. Cindy

    Great week Maria. The shelves look great.

    Happy Sunday!

    Reply

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