This past weekend, my good friend and I had a blast playing tourist in our own city! After fueling up on some Good Coffee, we rented Nike bikes from the Biketown kiosk on Hawthorne and headed to the Tilikum Crossing bridge for some stunning views of the city.
There have been a ton of new coffee shops popping up around Portland and I couldn’t be more thrilled! Sipping coffee at cute, local coffee shops is one of my favorite past-times. In this installment of “Portland’s Best Coffee Shops”, I’ll be chatting about some of my favorite coffee spots; Guilder, Figlia Americana, Barista, and Prince Coffee. Grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy!
Nothing beats summer in the Pacific Northwest! After months and months of rain, this summer weather has been making my heart happy. I put together a few of my favorite warm weather outfits this season.
There are endless amount of beautiful hikes, lakes, waterfalls, and state parks to explore in the beautiful state of Oregon. It’s one of the most diverse states in the US with landscapes of forests, mountains, and beaches. Oregon is the perfect state to visit if you are a lover of the outdoors. These 6 beautiful nature destinations make for great Oregon road trips.
Santorini is one of the most beautiful islands on the Aegan Sea. A volcanic eruption in the 16th century shaped the islands rugged landscape and colorful sand beaches. The picturesque clay cave houses that overlook the deep blue sea cling to the edge of the cliffs above the caldera (underwater crater). Trust me, the reality of Santorini is even better than the stunning pictures you’ve seen!
Summer has finally arrived and I am thrilled! We need as much sun as we can get in the Pacific Northwest. I wanted to share with you five of my favorite products that are going to be my go-to’s this summer. Trust me, these products are everything you’re going to need for that effortless, casual-cool summer look.Ā
One of my favorite things to do on weekends is to explore unique, local stores in Portland. I love to browse through these shops, gather design inspiration, and support local businesses. Many of these stores support other local artisans and makers and focus on sustainable and quality made products. You can be assured that anything you buy from these stores will be unique and one of a kind! If you are visiting Portland soon, this is a great list to refer to for some great shopping spots. A few of these stores even have online shops for those who aren’t near Portland!
Portland is the hipster land of bridges, bikes, and the best desserts! If you are planning a trip to Portland then I have the perfect list of ice cream, donut, and cupcake shops to add to your itinerary. If you are a sweet lover, like me, than you are going to love these spots! You can’t go wrong with any of these delicious treats.
These floral wall hangings were another DIY I made for my sister’s graduation party. This is a very inexpensive, and easy DIY for party decorations that can really add a wow factor to your party. We are going to hang these over a sheeted board as a fun backdrop for a photo booth! I am definitely saving these for future bridal showers, baby showers, and parties.
Mississippi Avenue is a vibrant North Portland neighborhood with tons of cute shops and fun restaurants. Just a few years ago, the area had a bad rap, but many of the shop owners saw potential in the historic storefronts. With help from the Rebuilding Center on Mississippi, many of the storefronts were renovated with secondhand materials from old Portland buildings. In a short amount of time, Mississippi has quickly become a thriving Portland destination with a ton of foot traffic!
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