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November 1, 2022

Artist Spotlight: Mackenzie Bontempo

by Chelsea Oldroyd

Meet artist Mackenzie Bontempo! Her modern renditions of the Savior are stunning and like nothing you’ve seen before. We love her style and her fresh take on well-known subjects. Like any artist, Mackenzie’s style has developed over time. Get to know this emerging LDS artist and you’ll appreciate her beautiful artwork even more!

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October 5, 2022

Home Decor Pieces that Work Year Round

by Chelsea Oldroyd

Everyone needs great home decor pieces that will work all year long. Even if you love to switch out your home decor for new holidays and seasons, every home needs a few great staples. Quality, long-lasting pieces will work through every season and event, and look good at the same time. Then, if you don’t get time to switch out your seasonal home decor like you usually do, or if you’re someone who just isn’t interested in spending time going through and picking out new home decor every time the weather changes, you can still rely on your tried and true statement pieces.

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September 22, 2022

How to Decorate for the Holidays-Christ Centered Focus

by Chelsea Oldroyd

As temperatures start cooling and we all collectively pull out our folded up sweaters and think of new ways to use pumpkin in everyday cooking, it might also be time to start thinking about decorating our homes for the holidays. With the holiday rush always coming in fast, you’ll want to start getting your decorating ready early on. Then you can focus on enjoying your space (and checking off your Christmas shopping list).

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August 26, 2022

Artist Spotlight: Brenda Bird

by Chelsea Oldroyd

Get to know LDS artist Brenda Bird. In the world of LDS art, Brenda’s vibrant colors and minimalist style make her work stand out among the rest. Her fresh style will brighten your space. But how much do you know about this emerging artist? We asked Brenda a few questions so we can all get to know this talented artist a little better.

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August 12, 2022

LDS Art in Home Creates Missionary Opportunities

by Chelsea Oldroyd

Bringing new art into your home will add a hopeful spirit to your space. You can use LDS art to display your favorite scripture stories, create a focus on Christ, or remember gospel principles that are especially important to you. Art can be incredibly personal, and displaying your faith through the art you choose will make your home feel personal and uplifting when you walk through your own halls.

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August 3, 2022

How to: Start Decorating

by Chelsea Oldroyd

Looking through beautifully styled magazines, Pinterest posts, and Instagram stories can make styling your home look deceivingly easy. The reality is, decorating a home is a skill that takes time, practice, and probably a few mistakes along the way. The good news is that there are no home decor police. The most important thing about designing a home is that you feel comfortable in your own space, and that your space reflects your personality. Styles can change over time, and your home will evolve with you through new phases of life and new preferences. So don’t be afraid to try new things, change it up, and make a few bold choices.

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June 10, 2022

What’s New in Art

by Chelsea Oldroyd

Looking to refresh your space with new, Christian and LDS artwork? We are excited to introduce new artists and new pieces to our lineup of beautiful, faith-promoting, and thought-provoking artwork. These are pieces of art that will inspire and uplift, but unique enough that you probably haven’t seen anything quite like it before. Our artists speak volumes with their brushstrokes, and we’re sure that you will feel moved when you see their latest work.

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May 19, 2022

Kitchen Essentials

by Chelsea Oldroyd

The kitchen. The heart of the home. After school snacks. Family dinners. Late night desserts. Scripture study. Just hanging out and chatting. And everything in between happens here. Here’s the secret: your kitchen doesn’t need to be brand new, squeaky clean, or full of organic snacks to make it a place of refuge for you and your family. It just has to feel warm and inviting, have a few basic essentials, that will serve you and your family the way you need it to.

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April 15, 2022

Our 2022 Mother’s Day Gift Guide

by Chelsea Oldroyd

Spring has sprung and that means time to start thinking about Mother’s Day gifts. Mother’s Day is a day to celebrate not just our own moms, but also to recognize all the mother figures and female friendships in our own lives. Women who mean so much to us and serve in many different ways. These great women deserve to feel cherished!

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March 24, 2022

Four Ways to Refresh your Home for Spring

by Chelsea Oldroyd

The minute the sun starts to shine, even in the earliest spring days when surprise snow showers are still likely, we get the urge to freshen up our rooms with the colors of spring. The new season feels like a fresh start. If you’re looking for ways to brighten up your home, try these 4 ideas to update your spaces.

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February 24, 2022

Best of Caitlin Connolly

by Chelsea Oldroyd

Caitlin Connolly is an artist and a writer who currently lives in Provo, Utah with her husband and two sons. Since graduating in 2009 from the University of Utah with a BFA in Painting and Drawing she has passionately pursued and cultivated her creative path. Driven by a curiosity of femininity, her work explores the deficit of the divine feminine and paradoxical themes of duality.

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November 9, 2021

How to: Style a Bookshelf

by Chelsea Oldroyd

Do your bookshelves need a refresh? Or are they that one spot in your home that you just haven’t gotten to yet? Maybe you’ve rearranged your home to create better WFH space but still need a little styling in a few places. Whatever the reason, we have eight tips for styling your bookshelves to not only look great, but to also showcase your personality and make you feel happy every time you walk through the front door.

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