We are upping our workshop game for spring time and bringing in a slew of talented people to teach us a thing or two! Keep checking back as we are adding classes through whenever the fancy strikes… ________________________________________________   Paper Succulents  with Handmade by Sara Kim Come join us at Smitten on Paper’s adorable shop to learn how to make paper succulents and pot them together. We will be doing a step by step class on making the perfect succulent that will never need...

The other day, I had the chance to visit Lia Lafreniere, the venue director at SmogShoppe.  SmogShoppe is tucked away on Gallery Row and is just as artsy as its neighboring buildings. Outside and in, beautiful succulents and Southern California plant life line the walls, which have been designed by Woolly Pockets. Seriously, the entire place just gives off cool vibes.  But SmogShoppe isn’t just hip. It’s also one of the most eco-friendly buildings in California and the United States. Sola...

We can’t help but notice how popular chalkboard has been lately. From chalkboard invitations to chalkboard hang tags, it’s taking over all of our news feeds. Today’s DIY is a simple project involving terracotta pots and a little chalkboard paint.     Materials: • Terracotta Pots • Chalkboard Paint • Brush   There isn’t much to this DIY. Apply two coats of the chalkboard paint to the terracotta pots. You should let each coat dry before applying a second and let it dry for 24 hours once you’v...