Cupcakes and Cashmere

Five Things

March 8th, 2013

s'more jar

{I adore this presentation: s’more in a jar at Superba Snack Bar}

A couple of months ago, my husband and I planned a one-night stay in Ojai. We arrived yesterday just before the rain and it’s been so relaxing. Long vacations are obviously always preferred, but even getting away for a brief amount of time makes a big difference. We’re heading back to L.A. tonight, but not before a leisurely morning, some wine tasting this afternoon, and a sushi dinner in Santa Barbara. Have a great weekend!

Windows3

{We finally put up curtains in our bedroom – the light in there now is so soft and appealing}

cheap beer challenge

{A blind tasting of cheap beer at Rachel’s followed by barbecue}

mood fabrics

{On the hunt for bright, unexpected fabrics to reupholster two vintage chairs}

renzo

{Admission: I frequently visit a sunglasses store on 3rd St. simply to visit Renzo}

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  • http://pinklemonincrystal.blogspot.com Michelle Lee

    lovely post
    have a good weekend!

    pink.lemon.in.crystal

  • http://www.FripperyVintage.com FripperyVintage

    Love the curtains in the bedroom, nice soft look.

  • http://www.delolovesdesign.com Dee

    The drapes are a nice addition but if I had a view like that they’d always be open! :)

    http://www.delolovesdesign.com

  • http://www.stephanieodesigns.com Stephanie O.

    The s’mores in a jar is brilliant! Awesome presentation!!

  • http://myfashionfoodstyle.blogspot.co.il/ Maya

    The s’more looks delicious and your dog is sooo cute!

    http://myfashionfoodstyle.blogspot.co.il/

  • http://www.frenchinlosangeles.com/ Constance
  • http://www.herphilly.com Emily

    What an adorable puppy! Envious of your fabric shopping, too :)

    -Emily
    http://www.herphilly.com

  • http://www.vintagedanielle.blogspot.com Vintage Danielle

    I can’t wait to see how and which fabric you use for the chairs and the curtains look so nice in the gray room.

  • http://www.evesbreeze.blogspot.com Eva

    Lovely bedroom! What a change can such a simple touches maek :) love it

    http://www.evesbreeze.blogspot.com

  • http://www.forsurejadore.com Taylor

    what a cute retriever~
    xx
    ~Taylor
    I just posted a Flower Crown DIY on my blog! :)
    http://www.forsurejadore.com/2013/03/flower-crown-diy.html

  • http://beblacknblue.blogspot.co.uk Anna

    Great pictures, I love the way the long curtains look with the windows, really beautiful!

    http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/4164275
    http://beblacknblue.blogspot.co.uk

  • http://thevogueword.com/ Vanessa

    great post, I hope you enjoyed your stay!

    http://thevogueword.com/

  • http://www.thepursesnatcher.net Sarah

    Gorgeous photos! I love the change the curtains made!

    The Purse Snatcher 

  • http://www.lorietta.cz Lorietta

    The bedroom looks so cozy now! :) but the view from the window was also magic!

    http://www.lorietta.cz

  • http://www.sarahallenpreston.com Sarah-Allen Preston

    Love the s’more in the jar! Would be a great wedding favor! xo
    For more ideas, check out my blog!
    http://www.paperandpearlsblog.com

  • https://www.etsy.com/shop/brittanylaurendesign Brittany Lauren

    S’more in a jar would be so cute for a kid’s party! Thanks for sharing. Love the doggie :)

  • http://www.bestnightcream.weebly.com victoria

    Great post!! have a lovely stay, enjoy it!! Dog is so cutee:))

  • http://t-strapsandtulips.blogspot.com/ Ari

    s’mores in a jar is a fantastic idea and the curtains really do look wonderful!

  • http://xmisschiarax.blogspot.be/ Chiara

    the makeover was amazing
    and those s’mores .. mmmm!

    Chiara♥
    xmisschiarax.blogspot.com

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  • http://www.lelivingandco.blogspot.ca Le living and co.

    Fabulous job on the curtains and I love the material! You are truly inspiring!

  • http://damnedbeauty.blogspot.ca/ JJ

    The smores in a jar looks tasty!

    – JJ

    http://damnedbeauty.blogspot.ca/

  • http://preppyandfunny.wordpress.com P&F

    Love how the decorations on your windows turned out! XO
    http://www.preppyandfunny.wordpress.com

  • http://onlywithchai.blogspot.com/ Adeeba

    Your bedroom view is to die for!

  • http://www.prettydaffodils.blogspot.com yvonnelw

    love the last photo

  • http://bargainmarket.com.au Bargain Market

    Lovely, had a nice touch to it. loved reading it.

  • http://primpandpaper.com Francesca

    I love the effect of the curtains and the flowers in your bedroom! Xx

  • grace

    romantic, perfect curtains

    grace
    http://herumbrella.com

  • helloo

    why are you still not pregnant? ruin your outfit photos? cannot wear your prada heels?? pleaasse i would like to see a little emmily.

  • http://martabarcelonastyle.blogspot.com.es MartaBarcelonaStyle

    that after was amazing!!! :D D

    http://martabarcelonastyle.blogspot.com.es

    (a burgundy + white + black with spikes outfit!)

  • http://smallstepsofmine.blogspot.fi Maria

    You inspire me! Year after year. Keep going!
    Kisses from Finland <3

  • Pam

    Love the bedroom before & after. What color paint did you use on your bedroom wall? I’m looking for a good gray color like that. Thanks!

  • http://www.sparklesandshoes.com Kelly

    Those blinds are amazing – they make such a difference!

    xx
    Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes
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  • http://hidinginheaven.blogspot.fr/ Lolita
  • Emma

    The curtains really made a big difference! So lovely

    http://emmaengmark.bloggersdelight.dk/

  • http://www.quarterlifecrisiscuisine.com Ashley Bee (Quarter Life Crisis Cuisine)

    I don’t know why, but your posts make me long to live in LA.

  • http://kjandersen.wordpress.com/ Kajsa

    Amazing how curtains can create a dramatic change. Great result.
    xoxo KJ
    http://kjandersen.wordpress.com/

  • http://www.busyworkingmama.com/ BusyWorkingMama

    The curtains look great!

  • http://tecuentomistrucos.blogspot.com/ LOLA

    Hi!!!!!!! Beautiful blog!!! Many kiss from Andalucía

    http://tecuentomistrucos.blogspot.com/

  • http://CrewandLu.com Uyen

    Always look forward to your five things. Such a beautiful blog!

    CrewandLU.com

  • http://www.eatetc-lesley.blogspot.com Lesley

    I think the pic with you and the dog is just so natural and pretty.

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  • http://chelseyelizabethdesign.com Chelsey

    Your curtains turned out beautiful, love the simple and elegant look they give:) Can’t wait to see what fabric your chairs turn out in

  • Mariana

    I loved the dog’s name! I always say that my dog will call Renzo (Piano) too!
    Kisses from Brazil!

  • MarieAntoinette

    In the picture with the dog you are wearing a great skirt.Where can i find it?

    • Emily

      It’s actually from an outfit post last week. It’s from J Crew and here’s a link to the skirt: http://bit.ly/WKZp1j

  • Brooke

    Can you please share where you purchased the the table between the windows? Love it! Thank you!

    • Emily

      No problem, it’s from CB2 and it’s called the Peekaboo Clear Console.

  • Solmaz

    Gorgeous! What colour did you choose for your West Elm curtains? White or ivory?