Since I have discovered how much baking (especially baking to the sound of Christmas music, woah Sirius channel 2!!) calms me down, I have increased the volume of my production! I decided that my Christmas wish list included the KitchenAid Stand Mixer. I was talked out of it when I was originally registering for wedding...
I have a slight obsession with linens. I LOVE creating beautiful beds! I finally found the perfect sheets for my mini bedroom makeover. I looked all over and ended up ordering them from Macy’s online. When they arrived, they were the perfect bronzy brown. And, since I enjoy all things polka dots, the design was...
I saw some paintings in a magazine and was inspired to create some art for my little niece. These are not original designs, but they are original paintings. I spent FOREVER mixing the right colors! I ended up dry brushing them at the end just to give some depth & tone them down a bit....
Today in my city, the largest mall shooting in our nation’s history took place. I am reminded that tragedy can strike at any place, at any time. Our Omaha, the affluent, crime free west Omaha that I call home was where this horrific scene took place. How could this happen here? I was tracking back...
I tried this recipe after reading the rave reviews on allrecipes.com. I have never tasted shortbread as good as this stuff! Not even any I have bought at a store or bakery! It was FANTASTIC! I made the recipe as described. Rolled out the dough and used cookie cutters. I ended up kneading for about...
I have received several emails from friends recently asking me about design tips and just how to start decorating a room. Let me preface this by stating that I have no professional experience and am just starting training…I am a novice that stumbles upon beautiful combinations of things in a deliberate and instinctual manner. I...
I am taking a moment to just stop and realize how fortunate I have been. I am so thankful for the people in my life and the opportunities I have had. I found myself reading an article on CNN Money about Young Doctors in Debt and have to use this time to be thankful. The...
Though I wasn’t hosting this year, I had to participate in the Thanksgiving day cooking by preparing the dessert for the big feast! At the request of our host, I prepared my Pumpkin Cheesecake (which I was told was even better than the Cheesecake Factory’s version–complement taken!!) Tommy also requested something minty & chocolatey…so here’s...
Hi! Hello! I am Shawna, the founder of Styleberry Blog. This creative corner of the internet has become a learning haven for moms and creatives, offering a warm and encouraging nudge to those who wish to be better and do better, but often don't know where to start. From Decorating to DIY to Diapers and Paleo-ish Dishes, I strive to make the complicated simple and empower women to take action beyond their personal comfort zone. I subscribe to the Shine Theory & so strongly believe that we shine when the women around us shine and mutual support—lifting up instead of tearing down--will always be the culture here. Are you in? I hope so! Beyond the computer, I run Styleberry Creativewhere I work with clients to create low fuss, high function spaces that are pretty and practical in San Antonio, Texas and beyond. I LOVE making a house a home. My own studs out renovation is almost complete and I am now back to working with clients. Please don't hesitate to drop me a line if you'd like to work together! I hope you’ll join me on this fun new adventure! Xo.
