Studio Update...

We've had our studio space since March and we're still not quite fully settled in. But we're very close! Amidst being all over the place for different projects, we've slowly been putting it together.

I do love that since we've taken the time to put things together we've ended up with some really unique pieces. Above, is a closeup of a set of vintage wooden lockers we picked up at District in Georgetown. Judging by the random things I've cleaned out of them, and the name card above, they seem to have belonged to Yellow Cab back when phone numbers started with words!

Here's a peek of the "living room" area...it was a big goal of ours to make the space cozy and inviting. We want clients, artists, friends, everyone really, to feel at home. Can you spot my slippers in the photo above?  I like to wear them around the office while working! 

Laura and Alex's Gatsby-Themed Wedding!

We had SUCH a fun weekend celebrating the marriage of my sister, Laura and her husband, Alex. As you might remember, they were married in January 2014 during the Grammy Awards in LA. It was an amazing experience but such a whirlwind and there were only a couple of their friends and family present. So they decided to throw a Gatsby-themed wedding celebration this weekend and said their vows in front of a larger crowd of loved ones. It was SOO fun and unique, those two definitely know how to throw an amazing soiree! We'll post more pictures later this week but here are a few from the always incredible JKOE that capture the beauty of the day.

Friday Roundup

Happy Friday! We're gearing up for a big weekend around here. A fun wedding and the final days of post production on a fun project that I'll be sharing next week :) Ok, on to the fun things!

This IRL love story sounds like a rom-com plot.

This almond scone recipe. So good!

$10 from the sale this glassybaby goes to the Chelan Fire Relief Fund.

Pretty ring

GAP Kids + Ellen, makes me wish I was 9 again.

This quote

Trapper Keepers, smelly markers and that Encyclopedia Britannica commercial that was burned into my brain to the point that I found myself thinking about it last week...90's nostalgia back to school supplies

I really need to go back to yoga...

Thinking of trying this scrub

Photo Studio JKOE

Would You Stay in a Hostel with Your Kids?

The last time I stayed in a hostel was April of 2011 in Belfast, Ireland. We were living in Dublin at the time and traveled up to Belfast with my brother and some friends. We booked two rooms and my friend's husband was kind enough to switch with me so that us girls could have our own room and the boys bunked in together. The trouble was there was music blasting until 4am. When we checked out the next morning I looked Patrick in the eyes and said, "I will never stay in a hostel again." I was 27 years old at the time and decided that my hostels days were at an end.

These hostels may just make me change my mind though! All of these spots are family friendly and boast a lot of unique features that seem so fun for kids. Would you stay in one?

Plas Curig Hostel, Wales

Cozy and family friendly this place is adorable...

Costa Verde 727 Fuselage, Costa Rica
Yes, this is a hostel in a plane. CRAZY!

Freehand Miami, Florida

I WILL stay here. This is the place that started my wild goose chase of family friendly hostels. 

Lake Chelan Wedding

This past weekend, we shot a wedding at Karma Vineyards in Lake Chelan. The night before the wedding, most of the bridal party was evacuated due to a wildfire in the area.

This is a GREAT example of a couple who dealt with a lot of stress in the 24 hours leading up to their wedding. Some plans were changed, some guests couldn't make it, but at the end of the day, you wouldn't have known, they looked amazing and it was a wonderful day of celebrating!

Hayley's hair and makeup people ended up canceling last minute but bridesmaids stepped up and her hair and makeup were flawless.

More than that, these guys chose to forget the little details of things that were changed last minute, and chose to enjoy the day. Because, really, the only thing that can wreck a wedding is if the couple chooses to stress out instead of enjoying it. When you're saying "I do" to the person you love, that's really all that matters.

And, in a lemonade out of lemons situation, the wildfire made for a really unique sky and beautiful photos.

More photos are on the JKoe Facebook Page...

Beginner Mistake in the Kitchen

I recently read this article from over at The Kitchn about the one mistake beginners make in the kitchen and I am definitely guilty! They say that the best way to ruin meat or other things that are frying/grilling is to move them around too much. I'm generally an impatient person so it's hard for me not to check on whatever I'm cooking. Also there is something about "stirring" that makes it feel like things are moving along even if they aren't. I was very diligent last night when browning chicken breasts not to move them and they turned out great-- what a great tip!

PS. I definitely want to try the chicken recipe that they recommend, looks amazing.

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Friday Roundup

Happy Friday! It's supposed to rain here in Seattle, and I'm pretty giddy to be honest. This weekend will be one of our first in town this summer and I'm excited to just meander around and see this movie with Patrick. Hope you have a great weekend!

I'm totally using his mantra as soon as I can "I'm too old for this."

"I'm an obstetrician and I failed at breastfeeding."

Love this house and it's rugs.

Have you listened to the Gilmore Guys fan podcast?? #nerdalert

"Home Goal" list aspirations.

22 food hits from the 90's--- homemade gushers!!

Thinking about taking a trip here this winter....

20 songs to breast pump to (why didn't I think of this?!).