Classic Kitchens

I've been keeping my most recent project on the down low, but over the past few weeks/months I have been working with my parents on the design of their new home! They just recently moved from Houston to Dallas... aka... much closer to me!! The house is newer, but still needed a TON of updating. I have taken all of my "before" photos, so I cannot wait to show you everything once it's all finished!

There has been a lot of construction happening in their house, but the biggest project is by far the kitchen.  We are basically re-designing just about everything... Cabinets, hardware, fixtures, back splash, floors, layout - you name it! Literally EVERYTHING will be changed, which made my mom a little stressed to say the least. It also doesn't help that my mom isn't the most visual person you've ever met. She has a hard time seeing the end result, whereas I already see the entire room completely finished in my head!  I keep trying to console her of her worries and reassure her that it will all be beautiful in the end, but words would not relieve her of the stress.

Since I knew words weren't enough, I spent many weeks gathering examples of kitchens that had similar elements we would be using. This helped her actually see what some of the finishes would end up looking like. I began to see the excitement in her eyes which made me happy too:)

Below are a few inspiring kitchens that helped my mom visualize her soon to be finished kitchen. We wanted to keep things rather traditional, but still give the space an updated and fresh look.

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If you want to see more of my pins from this project, make sure to visit the Pinterest boards below or follow me if you'd like!

Little Lauren's Photo Shoot

Over the weekend I had a session with sweet little Lauren! I wanted to try something a little different with this shoot, so I experimented with a new backdrop I recently purchased and took a few inside shots. Of course, I always love the outdoor photos because of the beautiful lighting, but it's also nice to have some different scenes set up as well.

To see more of my work or to schedule a session, click [here].

"Like" me on Facebook!

Ok so after a YEAR of blogging, I finally decided to start a Facebook page for The Blissful Bee! I know I probably should have done this a while ago, but eh what can ya do? I'm quickly realizing that Google Friend Connect will be going away VERY soon (in about ONE month) and I'm doing my best to keep my readers up-to-date and informed.

I thought Facebook might be another great option on top of some of the other blog readers that will be coming out. I will try not to overwhelm you with too many Facebook posts - I simply want to use it to inform my followers of new posts and updates to the blog. I would LOVE it if you would "like" my new Facebook page and follow along!

On another note, speaking of Google Friend Connect going away.... Does anyone have any advice on what might be replacing it, if anything? I have found that BlogLovin is REALLY great, but I keep wondering if there might be any rumors out there of an official GFC "replacement"?? I've heard it might be Google +, but I really hope not! I'm not the biggest fan of Google +. Any feedback would be super helpful!!

P.S. For a while, I had my Facebook page linked to my business, The Creative Cottage. Sooo if you thought you might have already "liked" my page, that might have been my business and not my blog. I'm trying to organize myself a little bit here, so I decided to separate the two. You might just want to double check and "like" The Blissful Bee too! Thanks y'all!!

May Mood Board Inspirations

Welcome back to the second month of our monthly mood board inspiration collaboration! This month we have Carissa from Carissa Miss, Samantha from Designer in Teal, and Fletcher from High Cotton Style. I have chosen the inspiration photo this month and we all came up with our own little mood board twist. 

The Blissful Bee's Mood Board:

Here is my mood board for this month. As always, I wanted to include a lot of color in the space. To view more of my mood boards, click [here].

Carissa from Carissa Miss:

Carissa from carissa miss here. lucky for me I got to work on one of my most anticipated boards...a little girl's room for my not-so-little-anymore girl! We are hoping to transform her bedroom from nursery/toddler room to sophisticated chic little girl room. I've been working on the design in my head pretty much since she was born:) her nursery wasn't ever really anything but a hodge-podge of handmedowns and clearance items so i've been waiting until she had a space of her own i could slowly save up and design the perfect room. Here's the fun inspiration board! Come visit me to see all the details and sources! 

Samantha from Designer in Teal:

Hi! It's Samantha...the Designer in Teal. I'm excited to be joining in on the collaboration again this month. This fresh color palette inspired me to create a relaxing spa like ladies restroom. I typically do designs on living rooms, bedrooms and offices so this was a refreshing change. I hope you will stop by to see the details and resources so that you can recreate the look. Also, because I am trying to build a portfolio, you can get a custom mood board from me for free!

Fletcher from High Cotton Style:

Hey y'all! I'm Fletcher from High Cotton Style. I couldn't be more thrilled to join in on this months collaboration. Hop on over to High Cotton Style to get the scoop on this design board. Stay a while- have a few drinks, and listen to me babble about interior design, recipes, life and who knows what else! All with southern hospitality, of course;)

Hope you all enjoyed our collaboration for this month! If you would like to be a part of next month's collaboration, please email me at theblissfulbee@gmail.com

I have also just created the OFFICIAL facebook page for The Blissful Bee! Make sure to "like" my page [HERE]. I am also now offering AD space as well. Click [here] if you might be interested.