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Another edition of Casual Friday. Get inspired, enjoy my spring playlist, and download my 2024 Playbook for a fresh start this season!

Casual Friday: Spring Things & My Latest Free Resource

Prefacing this post with a PSA to let you know I am diving back into this space right here and blogging in a big way. The first few posts might be a little bumpy as I shake off the rust so thank you in advance for bearing with me. Oh, how I have missed the […]

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The one with all of the emotions in a Nashville salon. Dive into the time I found myself crying over losing a foot of hair and what it all really meant. Now on KaraLayne.com

The One With All the Emotions in a Nashville Salon

Somewhere between settling into the chair and witnessing a foot of hair cascade to the floor, he gazed at me through the mirror and asked, “Are you nervous?” Caught off guard by the question, I fell silent for a moment. I noticed my clenched hands beneath the cape, the pit in my stomach, and the […]

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Discover how to live seasonally and the secret to thriving this winter! Dive into my guide for seasonal wellness and embracing these months as a time to slow down and recharge as busy moms and entrepreneurs. Click to transform your winter season! #WinterWellness #HealthAndWellness #SimpleLiving #Entrepreneur

Living Seasonally & How to Thrive in the Winter

Ah, winter. That magical time of year when the world slows down, and yet, somehow, we expect ourselves to keep sprinting. But we are flipping the script. We are unplugging from old ways and societal norms. Here, we’re not just going to survive the frosty season; we’re going to thrive in it (take that, winter […]

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A simple and cozy modern cottage bedroom designed with classic touches and hints of the holiday season. I'm sharing a peek into this bedroom redo as well as a few simple ways you can create warm and inviting space perfect for the winter season. Dive in at KaraLayne.com!

Simple & Cozy Modern Cottage Bedroom

Whew! A labor of love if I have ever experienced one. I started this bedroom project in October and while it may seem simple on the outside, literal mountains were moved behind the scenes to see it through to the end. Between launches and sickness, there were times when I was completely over it, to […]

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Creating a cozy ambiance with Christmas frame TV art is my favorite way to add some more holiday spirit to our home. I have gathered my favorite frame TV art for a simple and classic look for the holidays. Click to browse them over on KaraLayne.com now!

Christmas Frame TV Art for A Cozy Ambiance

Happy December 1st! Are you feeling the excitement in the air? Our kids are all abuzz and it is such a joy to see the holiday season through their eyes. Brings back the good old days. As we step into this time of year, I love curating as much of a cozy vibe in our […]

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Anyone else feel like October was playing tricks the entire month? Dive into the October curse that was and when November said 'hold my pumpkin spice'. It's all on KaraLayne.com for you!

When November Said ‘Hold My Pumpkin Spice’

It’s true. Well, at least it felt true. An ominous dark cloud that seemed to follow us around and rained on our proverbial parade any chance it had. From ruptured eardrums and infections to delays in work projects and car troubles. Even down to missing our annual pumpkin patch visit because on the last day […]

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I'm a purveyor of the old-fashioned, seeker of simplicity, curator of classics, with a heart for making things beautiful. There is a luxury found within simplicity. And in a world that is constantly chasing more, I can't wait to show you that less isn't just more - it's the cornerstone of a life well-lived. One that is truly well-designed.

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