Author: Katie

Chalk Paint Wooden Crate Makeover

Chalk Paint Wooden Crate Makeover with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint // Twin Stripe Blog

This summer I have been working on establishing systems for my business which goes hand-in-hand with cleaning out my office. I hate to admit it, but I’m a piler. I put things on my desk, counter or dresser and let them pile up until I can’t take it any more. I’ve been working through my piles and getting  rid of items no longer needed.

As I’ve tidied up my space, I realize I was in need of more baskets and organizers to keep things in their place. Recently shopping at Home Goods, I came across an adorable wooden crate. I knew a coat of Chalk Paint® would make it the perfect addition to my office.  Read More

Behind the Blog: Planning & Organizing

Today is another installment of Behind the Blog! As a refresher, I’ve teamed up with some amazing bloggers from several different niches to share what happens behind the scenes of our blogs. Today’s post focus on blog planning and organizing.

Behind the Blog: Planning & Organizing

When it comes to organizing my life, day job, consulting business and Twin Stripe, there are so many tools for planning and organizing, it can be overwhelming to figure out how to stay on track. I’m always up for trying out tools and tactics to organize my blog, biz and life. No matter how many different tools I try, I have a few favorites I come back to time after time. These tools help me keep my to do lists in check, my ideas in one spot and my calendar in order. Without these tools, staying organized on a daily basis would be a struggle, but luckily they are easily accessible for anyone looking to plan ahead and get organized.

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Easy 4th of July Centerpiece

Create a festive 4th of July center piece inexpensively with flowers from your local grocery and a few vases you already have at home.

Easy 4th of July Centerpiece // Twin Stripe Blog

It’s hard to believe, but the 4th of July is this upcoming Monday! It  seems like just yesterday I was dreaming of warmer temperatures and now those warmer temperatures are upon us. Our 4th of July always includes a festive cookout, so I headed to the grocery store to put together a few red, white and blue flower arrangements.

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Color Trend: Mango Sorbet

Are you ready to add some fruity fun to your life this summer? If you are, then be sure to add a touch of mango sorbet! This color is bright and vibrant, like a sunny day at the beach. I’ve rounded up a few of my favorites in mango sorbet, so get ready to party!

Color Trend: Mango Sorbet // Twin Stripe

Clockwise, from left to right: Fragment Print Notebook, Leif | Hawaiian Sunset Ombre Necklace, Loren Hope | Tangerine Lipstick Pillow, Rochelle Porter | Sunglasses, Michael Koors | Rory Off-the-Shoulder Dress,  Maeve | City Backpack, Herschel Supply, Shopbop | Infinite Triangles Leather Pouch, Leif | Fern Leaf Balloons, REVEL & Co.

I’m drooling over Loren Hope’s beautiful ombre collection and this Hawaiian Sunset Ombre Necklace is no exception. There are hints of mango sorbet, magenta and crimson in this stunner.  Hershel’s City Backpack is perfect for a day trip in your city or as a carry on for your next big adventure. For my next party, I need some of REVEL & Co’s adorable balloons to add some festive summer fun!

What colors are you loving this summer? 

This weekend I’m planning to watch some Orange Is the New Black, check out a new brewery and put together some fun Twin Stripe content. What’s on your weekend agenda?

katie