Our Style Stories

Yesterday, I walked you through the home and wardrobe of Amanda Lackey. She is a successful photographer and business woman here in Fort Worth with some fantastic insight into multiples niches! Today, you'll get to hear her speak first hand about what it's been like to build her business as a very young professional, the balance she is learning to strike between work and home life in her first year of marriage, and what the process of working with a decorator was like among other things.

I was at a bit of a loss for words on Wednesday when I first posted Emily and Aaron's Style Story. There was so much to share about them and the thought of covering it all just totally overwhelmed me. But that's why I have these interviews. Because my guests are often far more eloquent than I am! Today you'll hear Emily and Aaron share, among other things, a bit about their childhood growing up in rural Texas, their thoughts on setting goals and learning to appreciate the moment, and how to spread joy and love through simple daily acts.

Today's podcast episode is a bit longer than usual but worth every minute of extra time. Rachael and I started by talking about her background in the performing arts as an actress and then shifted into discussions about fear and freelancing, insecurities and doing work that's new, financial stability and learning to accept risk as part of the creative process. It was awesome!! If you are an independent creative or someone that just wants to put themselves and their creative work out to the world, whether or not it pays your full time income, this conversation is for you! Rachael has some incredibly insightful and encouraging perspectives to share.

Admittedly, today's conversation with Sam was a little self-indulgent. I had a few burning questions about blogging that I just had to ask her. For example, how does she handle a job and a blog... at the same time! Of course, she had the best answer. In addition, we chatted about the importance of a creative outlet, how a blog facilitates that, the delights of being a part of a community of supportive people, and a few key tips for beginning vintage shoppers and newby bloggers.

For Angela Scott, footwear has been a lifelong pursuit and one that has finally led to the launch of her own company, The Office of Angela Scott. It has been a dream for years and was a long time in the making. Now, almost three years into production, Angela can say her dream has come true. In today's interview, we chat about what her journey has looked like, how she saved in order to launch her business, what has influenced her work artistically, and the value of fine craftsmanship.

Yesterday's Style Story featuring Dana Pugh was just the beginning of her beautiful insights. Today, you'll get to learn more from this talented lady in a conversation that left me wanting for more. We chatted about her childhood growing up with a single parent, how that influenced her outlook on life and decorating, her entry into design, making priorities in life and work, choosing what to pay attention to in our busy world, and learning to edit when scavenging for home items.

In today's episode, I chat with Brianne and Trey Denton, owners of Blue Lotus Gardens in Dallas, TX and new parents to babygirl Veda, about their family history of entrepreneurship, their views on the importance of family priorities, some exciting floral trends, and a few key tips for home renovation.

Between our common interest in writing, history, and education and our undeniable "gift for gab", Colleen and I shared a wonderful conversation when I visited her earlier this year to photograph her Style Story. Among other things, we discussed her background in literature, how that influenced the style of education she offered her children, what she has been growing in her garden lately, books on her reading list, and the responsibility of education.

In this podcast interview, Jennifer and I chat about what inspired the launch of their jewelry line, Three Bishops, what has challenged them so far, and advice for other young creative entrepreneurs.

In this episode, you'll listen to Sarah share a few personal insights about the role of budgetary restrictions on her decorating style, the challenges of working from home, how design has taught her boys respect, and what it takes for her to get work done.