Hello! Welcome to another Five Faves, such as a beautiful California beach house, an inexpensive and good make-up find, and virtual decorating across the U.S.! I had even more good things to show but I will hang on to them until next week to keep this relatively short for you. Annie and Cindy have theirs too (which I always love) so check them out at the end of the post.
1. Balboa Island, California Beach House
This California Coastal Home with Bay views presented by Homebunch, with the work done by Patterson Custom Homes and Brandon Architects. Here are a few photos but I encourage you to check out all of them on Homebunch.
Across Newport Bay, you can see the Balboa Pavilion where my dad went to his high school prom many years ago.
This is interesting how they did open shelving and windows.
2. Favorite Coffee Mug For Everyday
Have I mentioned before that Howard brings me a cup of coffee in the morning every day while I am still in bed? #spoiled This mug from Anthro makes me happy.
3. Great Inexpensive Concealer
My friend, JoAnn told me about this Maybelline concealer that goes on smoothly with the applicator sponge. I got a lighter shade for under my eyes but you can also get a darker one for other areas (several shades for multi-use). You have to twist underneath the sponge several times at first to get the concealer flowing into the sponge. I like it.
4. Virtual Decorating Across the U.S.
Anne in New Jersey contacted me for some help pulling together her vision of a neutral, slightly dressier living room. Using the hourly rate, she saved money doing a lot of the work on her own. She lives in the same town as my cousin so I hope I get to meet her one day.
modern art • rug • throw blanket • pillows • pendant • mantel vases
The mirror is from Ballard, the sofa was custom and all the chairs were recently reupholstered.
5. Gift Guide For The Guy In Your Life
Our son likes masculine scented candles and everything else on this “Howard approved” list.
Earthy/smokey scented candle • Matches in a cloche • Apple Air Pods Pro • Freezable Beer Glasses (stays cold) • Wireless Leather Charging Tray • Cashmere Crewneck Sweater (lots of colors) • Slippers • Back and Neck Massager with Heat (great reviews)
Those are my Five Faves… let’s go see what my pals are loving this week…
Great Job on providing info on much needed topic!
Mary Ann! That house in Balboa and the views! I love the mug, but thinking that Howard brings you coffee in bed…that’s the sweetest!
Hi Mary Ann,
What a great 5 favorites. I love that Howard brings you coffee each morning. I’m the first one up in our house so I fix my own first cup. Haha. The Balboa Island House is lovely. I used to think I’d love to live on Balboa Island, but a dear friend lived there for quite a few years but she hated the summer when it was so crowded and parking was a challenge. I’m best where we are, a little inland but still close enough to the coast to enjoy the breezes.
xo,
Karen
Newport Beach seems like heaven with water! So beautiful. I’ve been thinking about your mom and how a difficult time in normal times is hard to navigate. Add Covid and I simply can’t imagine how difficult these months have been for all of you. In these days, being grateful is often a challenge. I’m more hopeful today than I have been in the last four years. This will be my first Thanksgiving that I will have to order all of my groceries in. Who hasn’t run out of butter or chicken stock at the last minute? I’m beginning to feel like Klinger from Mash! Enjoy the fallish days and your family.
I just got another Covid test and am here with my mom now. Wasn’t Klinger funny?
Love the Maybelline concealer! Their Neutralizer shade (a yellowish tone) is great for covering dark circles under the eyes. I use that and then apply a shade close to my skin tone over it.
I know and it actually feels nice as it goes on!
I have been using Maybelline concealer for years and love it, best price for what you get. Happy Sunday!
Ha! And I thought it was new!
I’ve been madly in love with that gorgeous house on the island ever since it was built. Every time I walk by I wish I could go inside, knowing it would be wonderful. So when I saw it on Home Bunch, I was thrilled and it did not disappoint, it was just as fabulous as I thought it would be. It’s on my list of favorite homes along with your friend Debbie’s and yours! Always enjoy your 5 favs you post on Sunday and ordered 3 things from your post last Sunday!
Thanks, Gail!! I would love to do that walk with you!
OOOOH love that Balboa Island home. I just unsubscribed to Home Bunch. Guess I better resubscribe. They do such a good job of listing paint colors etc of the homes they showcase. I love your e design and Howard’s favorites!
I know. I have been following Luciane for years.
I did not realize your FATHER grew up in NEWPORT!
Love to see THAT VIEW!I was scanning to see what I recognized!
I have the same FRONT DOOR!
Enjoy your kids and your MOTHER………XX
Thanks Elizabeth! My dad lived in San Bernardino but for some reason they had their prom there.
Love the Maybelline concealer! Their Neuralizer shade is a yellow ish color that works great for covering dark circles under the eyes. I use that first, then a shade close to my skin tone over it.
Thanks for the tips.