Since we’ve been quarantined for awhile now, I’ve had much more time to really observe my son at home. A reader recently asked how I organized my son’s toys. Previously I had his toys in medium sized baskets (the same ones pictured plus a few others) along the wall in the bedroom. Although his toys were organized, he would usually… Read More
The more I have in my closet, the more frustrated I feel when it comes to getting ready each morning. Too much for me means more than 15 carefully curated pieces for a season. This has just been my recent observation. I’m learning that the less decisions you make in the morning, the more efficient your decisions are throughout the… Read More
This article is in collaboration with Photowall, passionate Swedes who produce made-to-measure wall decor. When we moved from Los Angeles, CA to Raleigh, NC this past summer we sold and donated 95% of our possessions including art and decor. Once we settled in, I carefully selected purposeful pieces that would add interest, be budget friendly, and would continue the minimalist… Read More
This article contains sponsored links from my favorite brand Mountain Rose Herbs. I love their high quality organic/fair trade products, and am blown away by their commitment to zero waste. Ever since learning how the composition of carrier oils can effect acne prone skin, I realigned my personal skin care and beauty regime to follow my findings. If you haven’t… Read More
Today represents 10 years since I wrote my first article on Minimalist Beauty. I had started my minimalist lifestyle journey a few months prior to starting this blog. I was determined to create a new way of thinking and living so that I could pay off $20,000 in debt. My debt was from excessive consumerism on clothing and cosmetics as… Read More
I worked on this gluten-free, dairy-free, and sugar-free banana bread recipe for months before settling on this recipe. I would make a batch every week on Friday afternoon so it would be ready for breakfast Saturday morning. Then after one batch I knew I had modified my recipe to an exact science. Today I’m going to share this recipe with… Read More
