Blonder Ambitions

Beauty. Intelligence. Lifestyle.

HOW TO – 70s CLUB CHAIRS BEFORE & AFTER

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I decided to continue on my DIY journey... and I took some 70's club chairs (complete with chipped wood and torn fabric) from one of my friends who was going to just toss them {only aghast... because... as stated in an earlier post: "I see the best in people. And furniture."}... I saw so much potential here.  Good bones... Just in need of a little TLC.  With the help of some fine grain sandpaper, ... Read the Post

One woman's trash is another woman's... beginning of her "Cocktail Corner" (my version of the man cave).

CURRENT OBSESSION – ETSY

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If you haven't been on etsy.com... well, you've basically been living under a rock... or in a poorly decorated place not enhanced with ridiculous etsy goodness.  I get stuck on this site for hours... it's an amazing place to find one-of-a-kind goods, humorous decor items, sweet soaps, customized wallets, and a whole plethora of fabulous goodness.  Log on... buy something... or just browse and get ... Read the Post

Humorous. Fabulous. One-of-a-kind. Something for everyone. Etsy.

HOW TO – TABLE & CHAIRS BEFORE & AFTER

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I am a firm believer in seeing the best in people. And furniture.  I took a look at my late grandmother's rusted chairs and a reclaimed wrought iron coffee table and decided that they weren't quite my style... yet.  Some high gloss cotton candy pink spray paint, chic fabric, and a little creativity helped get me a few pieces of furniture that I utterly adore. 1. The chair in its beginning state. ... Read the Post

New (well, old... but they feel like new) table and chairs for less than $100.

BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY

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Lots of sunshine and a bit of chill in the air led me to believe that the Santa Barbara weather was determined to follow its fancy... it was behaving like a quintessential free spirit.  I decided to do the same.  Old (a vintage pleated skirt) and new (a ruffled top and Chanel sunglasses) combined with some hippie-meets-glamazon sandals reminded me a bit of the sunshine mixing with the chilly air. ... Read the Post

Playful weather leads to a playful, free-spirited mood {and outfit}.

MUST HAVES – WORKOUT ESSENTIALS

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Today is the beginning of something big.  For me at least.  I am beginning a whole new lifestyle... one that is healthy, high-energy, and fitness focused... meaning more protein and fewer cupcakes... saying good-bye to my mimosa Sundays and hello to Sunday morning hikes... and buying a whole bunch of new {adorable!} workout gear!  The new lifestyle kick (for the next three months... I'll give you ... Read the Post

New workout schedule and healthier food choices... The downside? A temporary baking hiatus. The upside? New workout gear!

CURRENT OBSESSION – PINK KITCHENS

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My obsession with pink... or all things related to food, cooking, or baking... is not surprising.  I thought: "Why not combine these obsessions?"... and I started to daydream about my ideal kitchen.  Here are some of my dream kitchen items... 1. Big Chill Fridge in Pink Lemonade $2695 2. KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer in Komen Pink $350 3. Big Chill Stove in Pink Lemonade $4295 4. KitchenAid ... Read the Post

Pink. Everywhere. Even in the kitchen. Well, I suppose I should say especially in the kitchen.