BeachBrights

The Evolution on My Design {Rosemary Beach Florida Rental}

I started with this...

Then I went to this...

Cottage Living, Dining & Kitchen by beachbrights on Polyvore

Braided Jute Rug - Brown Braided Jute Rug / IKEA Ektorp / IKEA Liatorp / IKEA Ektorp Jennylund / Aiden Coffee Table / Colorblock Utility Basket, Large / Aiden End Table / Spell It Out C Pillow / Spell It Out & Pillow / Spell It Out D Pillow / Graphite Interlock Embroidered Pillow / IKEA Hektar / White Premium Faux Wood Blind 2-1/2 in. Slats (Price Varies by... / Seaport 52 in. Indoor/ Outdoor White Ceiling Fan-AL634-WH at The Home... / JVC 47" Class LCD 1080p 60Hz HDTV, JLC47BC3002

Finally, I got this...

and a few more shots...

http://www.vrbo.com/454486

XOXO

Max's Gray Bathroom

Super Bowl Sunday is for playing on Polyvore & Pinterest!

Go TEXANS.

Max's Bathroom by beachbrights on Polyvore

XOXO-

Guest Bedroom {Before and After}

I have so much to blog about....unfortunately, life has been filling up my free time. Honestly, I would not have it any other way. I like to think that I have a creative life now; full of friendships, community & family. So, the creative blogging has become less a priority. One that I miss but one that I would not trade for the world.

Please keep checking back with me. I promise to clue you in on some exciting "before & after" pictures, great style finds & some good'ol DIY!!

Here's my guest bedroom that is anything but white. I branched out a bit & shook out some color ;)

BEFORE

AFTER

Beachbrights Guest Bedroom Shopping Guide

XOXO-
Beachbrights

Come be my guest??

12 Days of Christmas by #Goldendoodle Granger

Granger's 12 Days of Christmas on Polyvore

1. Paddle Paws Float

2. BarkBox: A monthly box of dog goodies delivered to your door. Get $5 off if you sign up using my link!

3. Silly Dog Toys.

4. Dog Collar.

5. Garden Party Custom Dog ID Tags

6. Pet Peek Fence Portal.

7. TUX Hideaway Treat Ball

8. KONG Wild Knots Eagle.

9. Jive Dog Balls

10. Dingos! Dingos! Dingos! Best Bones EVER!

11. Griggles Rubber Stick Dog Toy

12. Large Chevron Bed.

Woof! Woof!

My Year in Meals @RachaelRay and My Year in Cocktails @JohnCusimano

Wow! Wow! Wow!

This book was sent to me by the publisher for my honest opinion

and boy do I have one!

First, let me say that "My Year in Meals" by Rachael Ray is a good cookbook. The meals are simple, comforting & the ingredient list is easy to find. This book is everything you would expect from Rachael Ray. If you like her, her style & her food, you will not be disappointed in this book. I personally like my cookbooks to have more pictures but I am a visual person.

Secondly & MOST IMPORTANTLY, is the flip-side of this book. "My Year in Cocktails" by John Cusimano (Rachael's husband). Oh snap, these are some good recipes. I'm talking...walk into your favorite martini bar and ask for a bar menu...recipes. They are fresh, modern, innovative & just all around awesome. Had I known this book contained these great cocktail recipes, the publisher would not have needed to send me a free copy. I would have gladly spent my hard earned money to buy this book.

***** 5 Stars

My Video Review:

My Recipe Review:

I made the Blackberry Margarita, it was delish! My only complaint was muddling blackberries in the bottom of my martini shaker made it almost impossible to strain/pour. The blackberries kept clogging the strainer, so this was a bit of a pain & messy.

Buy the book, if not for Rachael's recipes then definitely for John's cocktails!!

XOXO

Resource Links:

Rachael's YouTube

Amazon

Chevron Stairs, Black and White

I have this dark back staircase that I wanted to have a little fun with. Oh boy! This project took forever.

1. I taped, then got to re-tape thanks to a really cute Doodle.
2. I did not sand. I used an oil base primer, one coat.
3. I used a white base coat, 2 coats.
4. I had hubby do the math and make me a stencil.
5. I traced the stencil on the stairs.
6. I taped the chevron stripes.
7. I sealed the tape with the white base coat.
8. I painted the stripes with the black paint, 2 coats.
9. I removed the tape.
10. Did a few touch-ups.
11. Done.