The Evolution on My Design {Rosemary Beach Florida Rental}



I started with this...


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Then I went to this...


Cottage Living, Dining & Kitchen

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Max's Gray Bathroom



Super Bowl Sunday is for playing on Polyvore & Pinterest!

Go TEXANS.



Max's Bathroom



Max's Bathroom by beachbrights on Polyvore


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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 ;)


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Beachbrights Guest Bedroom Shopping Guide

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Beachbrights

Come be my guest??


12 Days of Christmas by #Goldendoodle Granger



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Granger's 12 Days of Christmas

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



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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


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My Recipe Review:

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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.


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

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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.

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I got smarter & used a baby gate!

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Beachbrights

Highland Home's Newest Model Home in Cinco Ranch {Katy, TX}


Really cute, casual home! Well done, Highland Homes, well done.

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Butler's Pantry

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Work station in Kitchen/Breakfast Room

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Breakfast

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Master Bedroom

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Master bath

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Love the yellow, grey & black.

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Game Room Wet Bar

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Media Room

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Cute desk area in the upstairs game room.

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Love this concrete.



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