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The architecture of Antoni Gaudi is the reason I lusted after travelling to Barcelona for so long. It was my second year of studying design at Ryerson University, so of course, we studied Antoni Gaudi and all the stunning work that he’s done in Barcelona. I fell in love with the mosaic chimneys and undulating facade […]
If you’re a Game of Thones fan (and let’s face it who isn’t), then you’ll definitely want to carve out some time in Girona if you’re planing on heading to Barcelona! There are quite a few filming locations to be seen, among them the iconic Shame scene, and what you’ll recognize as the streets of […]
The day that I hiked to the top of Montserrat was easily the most stunning, yet most terrifying day of my life. I’m here to tell you what I did wrong (and share some stunning photos) so that when you hike Montserrat in Spain, (and you really should) you won’t make the same dumb mistakes […]
Whenever I go on a trip, I always take way too many photos. In fact, when I looked back on a lot of my photos from my recent trip to Spain, a lot of the ones that I took on my SLR were also taken on my phone. Had to get it for the ‘gram. […]
Like a dream these indoor gardens feel like another world. They feel so warm, airy, and full of life. These Conservatories and Greenhouses are all about inspiration. I found the most gorgeous of them from around the globe and gathered them here. Good News: There are lots of gorgeous photos. Bad news – these are […]
Houston is such a foodie city and we love to eat, eat, eat! That’s why making this list of all of my favorite restaurants in Houston was so much fun. I picked a lot of world cuisine, since Houston is a very diverse and cultural city. I also picked a lot of gorgeous, garden style […]
Houston is a foodie city! You could eat your way through this city and love every second of it. It’s impossible to name just a few restaurants that are must visits in Houston TX. That’s why for this collaborative blog with SoFab Foods where you can check out the best local spots across the globe, […]
In the dreamy landscape of Montana, near the North Entrance of Yellowstone National Park, Trevor Harrison made a slice of paradise. I’ve been seeing images of the gorgeous landscape for the last few years through social media. And I’ve been in love with the Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel. This unique hotel experience, is part indoors and […]
RSVP to Pop Shop San Antonio Are you as ready for Pop Shop San Antonio as I am? It’s so exciting to be in a new city and get to be around so many amazing makers. It’s great to be in a new city and meet so many amazing people! Pop Shop San Antonio takes […]
Want a sneak peak of what’s in store for Boerne Handmade Market? This gorgeous pop up in the Texas Hill Country is taking place this weekend. Here are the details: Boerne Handmade Market April 21st 9am – 4pm at The Cana Ballroom Boerne, TX 78006 GET TICKETS HERE And here’s a sneak peak from the […]
This blog may contain affiliate links. I recently just got back from a solo trip to Spain and I can’t recommend visiting this beautiful country enough! The gothic and art nouveau architecture is absolutely stunning, the food and coffee is to die for, and the extremely walkable city and beach are beautiful. Here are a few […]
Firefly Handmade is a totally unique series of events in Boulder Colorado. Their markets are 4 times a year and take place both indoors in the winter months and outdoors in the summer months. One of my favorite components of the festival is that it’s ENTIRELY handmade. No vintage. No fair trade! So cool. I […]
Night Market Cleveland, an outdoor arts, culture, and food festival in Cleveland Ohio has been surprising and exciting me since I started Pop Shop America! It’s the coolest blend of food tours, handmade goods, small businesses, and culture. It’s a must visit in Cleveland. I talked to Josh Maxwell about this amazing event. BB: What […]
A few weeks ago, eager fashionistas and museum-goers in the Phoenix area, as well as a large group from Pittsburgh, flocked to Phoenix Art Museum for the grand opening of the exhibition Emphatics. Emphatics was a high-end lifestyle boutique in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and owned by James and Karin Legato. In the early 1960s, James started the business […]
Scroll Down for 2016’s List or CLICK HERE FOR THE 2018 LIST OF BEST HOLIDAY MARKETS! Holiday Craft Fairs isn’t a thing that we invented. It’s a concept that means something to people all over. No matter where you are there are tons of cool holiday craft fairs that have feature amazing handmade artisan quality goods. […]
* Chicken in a Biscuit with Fries * I first caught word of The Joy Bus Diner while watching ABC 15’s Sonoran Living one morning. The non-profit restaurant in North Phoenix recently opened, serving breakfast and lunch. 100% of the money from the diners goes directly to help fund the free programs that help homebound […]
Things are always changing at Space Montrose. It’s the kind of shop where everything is new each you enter. Space Montrose, a boutique at Westheimer & Dunlavy in the heart of Montrose, exclusively carries handcrafted goods from the USA. There is a wide variety in the type of items you will see. There’s eye candy […]
There’s only a couple of ways to escape this crazy heat! And one of my favorites is heading to the beach. Beachware has gotten so fabulous this year. Have you seen all the adorable shaped pool floats? They are so fun. This year it’s time to be a beach babe. Here’s our picks of towels, […]