Happy Sunday yet again! It finally rained a little in LA which means it kinda feels like fall now and we are PUMPED. Oh and how fun was it to see a bedroom in the farmhouse mostly revealed?! That pink color is truly so soothing and happy. We all can’t wait for the next reveal. But until then we’ve got some links to get to…
This week’s hour tour is from none other than deVOL kitchens. When we got the press email about it we knew we had to share it with you immediately. That vaulted glass ceiling is what dreams are made of, the two-toned cabinets make it feel so inviting, and how sweet are those glass pendants above the dining table? Go check it all out on their site!
Birchwood Cozy Crochet Garland | Blue Checkered Furoshiki | Rose and Gold StarBurst Tree Topper
From Emily: Amber Lewis’ Etsy Christmas collaboration is really good. I’m putting like 6 things in my cart and it’s supporting a lot of makers. These collabs make me so happy and a Christmas one is so up my alley:)
From Ryann: For me to consider something a good product (and therefore good enough to recommend to y’all) I have to want to use it every day or at least once a week, depending on what the product is/does. This body scrubber meets that criteria. I’ve never been someone who uses a loofah, but I LOVE this body scrubber and use it every day. It’s nothing special but it’s affordable, and it just feels good on my skin. I feel cleaner and exfoliated when I use it and it makes me enjoy showers more. I actually got it as a part of a gift with other beauty products, so I think it would be a great little gift or stocking stuffer.
From Jess: I might be the last to know about this wildly useful kitchen tool but I am soooo tempted by this oil measuring dispenser bottle I saw on TikTok. Measuring spoons need not apply anymore. It also means fewer dishes and if you have a dishwasher, it’s dishwasher-safe. It’s definitely not a beautiful artisan-made bottle but that’s nothing a cupboard can’t fix:) Has anyone tried this? Does it hold up??
Also From Jess: Here’s another late-to-the-party rec. If you are looking for a new show, I finally watched Formula 1: Drive to Survive after hearing about it on Armchair Expert when Daniel Ricciardo was a guest a couple of years ago. It’s fun, exciting (but not too stressful which I prefer), and it’s pretty interesting how that whole F1 world works. Plus if you are into it there are four seasons to dig into! If you do watch it I would try to avoid looking up the drivers because you might see some spoilers. Oh, I also dare you to not fall in love with Lewis Hamilton:)
From Mallory: Let’s all take a moment for the heels I was going to wear with my Halloween costume – I LOVE these shoes (and was shocked to find them for such an affordable price). Sadly, I fractured my ankle and can’t wear them anymore (but don’t worry I’ll save them for another time) so I thought I’d link them here for y’all to enjoy!! Also if you’re more of a flats girlie or if you’ve also fractured your ankle there’s a flats version that I’ll be wearing instead:) HAPPY ALMOST HALLOWEEN!
From Caitlin: Starting this off with an adults-only recommendation – was feeling a little wary about sharing, but I really want to spread the word! Here we go: I’ve never been a huuuuge drinker but lately, my hangovers have been near-immediate and pretty untenable. (We’re talking “2 beers leave me with a raging headache within hours” here – it stinks.) Enter: PBR High Seltzers. These are legal and easy to find in CA – I get mine delivered through Eaze, which I highly recommend because it’s quick and safe! – and I love these seltzers as an alcohol alternative. The flavors are amazing but not too sweet (Strawberry Kiwi is my favorite; my boyfriend likes Mango Blood Orange the best), the ingredients are simple (water, sugar, juice, and cannabis extract), the price is great ($4.50 direct from PBR, about $6 delivered through Eaze), and there’s NO HANGOVER. They contain 10mg of THC and 2mg of CBD – an ideal amount for me, I’ve learned – and they kick in a bit quicker than alcohol, so it’s easy to find/maintain the “buzz” level that makes you feel your best. It’s been great to find something else that I can sip on while hanging out with friends or while relaxing before bed – they keep my head feeling pretty clear and normal and just leaves my body feeling way less tense, which I love (though obviously, effects are different for everyone!). I know we’re in a weird cultural time for THC and alcohol (the former becoming less taboo, while the latter becomes less popular – at least here in LA) but if you live in a state where this product is legal, I really really love it as a beer/wine/seltzer replacement. HUGE fan.
Also From Caitlin: Balancing things off with an extremely family-friendly recommendation: this SICK coloring book featuring cool houses!!! There are 40+ illustrations inspired by popular homes on IG and Airbnb, the pages are perforated so you can remove and frame your work (if you’re into that), and there are even colorable velvet stickers (plants, art, pillows, etc.) so you can decorate the rooms after you’ve colored them in! You can see some teaser shots of the inside of the book on Alli Koch’s Instagram. This would be a great stocking stuffer, everyone!!!
That’s it for this Sunday! Enjoy the rest of your day and see y’all tomorrow. xx
Opening Photo Credits: Design and Photos by deVOL Kitchens
I love deVol kitchens and this one is really lovely— but is anyone else distracted by the very many different styles of lighting? I’m not sure that works, but if the owners love it, who am I to say?
I agree on the lighting. I’d have to remove one type from the mix. Then again, I’m one who tends to stop when one more pillow or lamp or piece of art would really make the space!
10000000% agree – and the lighting over the dining table isn’t centered on the ceiling OR the table? What a huge miss.
I’m wondering if they moved the table for the photos to make the walkway look larger? (Seems silly because, yeah, theres one pictures especially that’s like… what?) Very strange!
@Caitlin: I’m a substance use researcher (don’t worry, this comment isn’t going where you think it is) and I have noticed more and more people using MJ products over alcohol. I was presenting this research at a conference and started talking to someone about why she has made that shift. She too talked about the lack of hangover – but more important to her was that if she used MJ she knew she would end up home safely. She felt like if she drank alcohol in public, she was at risk of multiple adverse outcomes – going home with someone, assault, etc. I thought these insights were really interesting and important.
@Caitlin – I don’t know if you’ve had Covid, but something to be aware of if you have is lingering effects like what you’re describing (can’t handle alcohol like you used to). Here’s a great article on what is called “medium covid”: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2022/03/17/1083040162/long-covid-symptoms
@wally that’s fascinating! I’m a journalist interested in pitching a story on this. Would you be willing to shoot me an email with a link to your research ? emi [at] eminietfeld [dot] com Thank you so much!
That is a lovely kitchen! However, I’m feeling frustrated by the teensy dribble of farmhouse content. I follow this blog for design ideas and content. The guest room reveal (which was really just a Target promo), the fall jackets/boots post (Madewell promo) are not why I’m here. Albi’s bathroom was cute, again not why I’m here. Emily’s morning routine…? I feel like I’m being strung along. I love you guys!!! Love us back please
it’s funny but content takes time – especially renovation things *shrug* learn to love delayed gratification
Just a reminder that Emily posted a long post about why things are taking so long a week or two ago. Most of the issue is that her family is living there, not all construction is finished even, and there’s a lot of decision making and backtracking and questioning that’s making it harder. Plus combine supply chain issues and she doesn’t have 6+ team members physically in town to be there for her constantly. Its not like the Mountain house where it’s a second house and all the kids’ wants/needs and less than aesthetic things weren’t a consideration. (at least, that’s my life with kids! stuffed animals and cardboard creations!). Have a little extra grace and patience – she’s human too!
I think if Emily i going to do a big reveal with a publication or design magazine could be part of the reason for lack of Farmhouse content.
Hi! I also love that kitchen but i’m also very distracted by the light placement above (?) the dining table. Also a HUGE Formula 1 fan (I still remember where I was when Ayrton Senna had his deadly accident….. yes that long ago!). While I’m amused to see how Formula 1 is now getting popular in the US, please know that the NetFlix serie is extremely edited. After two season many drivers don’t want to participate anymore because of the way their words and actions are displayed. So it’s a little more nuanced to choose your favorites..
Has EHD lost an editor? Several times in the last few weeks I’ve noticed grammatical, spelling and content errors. For this post, the headline doesn’t match the content as there is no kitchen tool mentioned in the text.
A separate concern I have about his post is the suggestion that one needs a buzz to feel like their best self. As an adult child of alcoholic parents, this feels almost dangerous. When Caitlin has to preface the recommendation as adult-only content, maybe EHD has gone a little off track?
EHD has never had an editor, to the best of my knowledge. It’s frustrating, hey? It really takes away from the content when I notice an error. I do think that the olive oil measuring bottle is the kitchen tool mentioned from the headline, though.
everything has errors these days, newspapers, magazines, online articles are the worst – but we are all human, eh?!
I just started using a bottle with a silicone brush in it (it’s the lid) for olive oil and it’s a game changer! I use so much less and can easily spread it around the pan so it’s evenly coated. I only add about 3 tbs at a time though because putting the brush back in can sometimes bring grossness with it. Mine is really pretty and simple – it’s a tall, narrow glass jar with a simple black lid with the black silicone brush attached, but this is similar: https://www.google.com/shopping/product/9994333608939758386?q=olive+oil+jar+with+silicone+brush&rlz=1C1OKWM_enUS893US893&sxsrf=ALiCzsZsMkij_eI2FJqXyCC4FUBDGT_LSQ:1666711486454&biw=1280&bih=577&dpr=1.5&prds=eto:9985265054856184044_0,pid:11303791853090427778&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjyl7qa2Pv6AhUWQzABHX8OCGIQ8wIIxQo
Are you guys serious with your unsolicited “suggestions” for the content here? If you want certain content that suits you particularly, go create a website! This is Emily’s place in the online world, and just like you can do whatever you want in your home, so can she. I would never walk into someone’s space and tell them I didn’t like something about it – would you do that in person? I would compliment what I liked and disregard what isn’t to my taste. I have found amazing content here and lots of inspiration – FOR FREE. If something doesn’t suit you personally, it’s easy to slide right on by it. Or better yet, be brave, creative, and industrious enough to create your own.
No one should need a buzz to feel like their “best self”. Respectfully, and with all the love in the world, this is a sign of dependency and I would encourage therapy to help you get there without substances.