holiday – Surf Road Interior Design

Thanksgiving Table IDeas: Incorporating Your Ugly Family Heirlooms

We all have them, an "ugly" family heirloom that holds great sentimental value but completely opposes the aesthetic of our modern decor. Chances are, it was your grandmother's or favorite uncle's, and it means a great deal to have it on the table during these special family gatherings. So, how do you include Grammy's vintage ceramics, and still slay the Thanksgiving Tablescape Game? READ ON, my friends! When we asked you about your own family heirlooms on Insta, we got a lot of replies about everything from the overly ornate dishware set to aggressively k[...]

Shop This Post

holiday

Halloween sneak peek and last minute costume ideas

This post was supposed to go out last week, and be a tiny bit less last minute on the "last minute Halloween costumes", but unfortunately we had a tragic and devastating mass shooting in our big little state last week, and well, schedules and priorities changed. While we are still reeling from the losses and the terror we have never experienced before so close to home, it is time to begin the process of moving forward. Halloween at the Kirby's And with that, Halloween is tomorrow. Halloween is Crawford's favorite holiday because it combines his two fa[...]

holiday, Interior Design

A Spooky Halloween Tablescape That’s Scary good!

Ok, tell me you aren't getting sick of Halloween and Fall decor content yet, because IMO it's just so fun! There are so many different vibes, from traditional to coastal, playful to ultra spooky! For my Halloween table setting I wanted to lean in to the spooky, and looooved the Ouija placemats I found to complete the look. Check out the whole table below, and shop the look by clicking any photo below! What is your favorite Halloween aesthetic?[...]

Shop This Post

holiday, Interior Design

Our Halloween 2023 Decor and Tips to Organize Your Holiday Decor

With all this rainy weather and September halfway through, we're definitely starting to feel ready for that crisp Fall air, turning leaves and, Crawford's favorite holiday, Halloween! Last year as we drove through some of the neighborhoods in our town and marveled at their giant blow up black cats and spiderwebs, Crawford made me promise we would decorate our house this year. So, since you'll never catch me with any cheesy holiday decor, but with a promise to keep, I set out to find the most designer-friendly Halloween set ups I could. We tested out a few dif[...]

Shop This Post

holiday

How to Organize Your Holiday Decor for a Decluttered, Festive Home

Holiday decorations have a magical way of transforming our homes, whether it's the eery and creepy chill of Halloween, the soft and cozy warmth of Christmas lights, birthday celebrations, or the vibrant passion brought out in bold reds and pinks for Valentine’s Day. What happens, though, when the celebrations end, and the challenge of storing and organizing these cherished items begins? Have you ever felt the frustration of tangled lights, broken decor, or the never-ending search for a specific decoration? Have you ever realized you bought multiples of the[...]

Shop This Post

holiday, Interior Design, lifestyle

Colorado Design Inspiration

travel, red rocks, design, design inspiration

Hi all! I'm Meg, Liz's assistant at Surf Road. I recently had the privilege of traveling to Colorado to do some hiking, eating, general exploring etc. While I was there I was hit with inspiration from all angles and it feels fitting to talk about that in regards to design. Mostly the natural environment lended color and texture inspo but there were a few spots that were too cute not to photograph! So here goes it - my photo dump and vacation rambling. The first two days were absolutely filled with stimul[...]

Beauty, holiday, Interior Design, lifestyle, Style, Uncategorized

New Years Style; how to sparkle without being tacky

design, interior design, blue room, simple design

New Year's Eve is a huge Holiday for a lot of people, and based on the nature of the celebration - decor can be kinda......tacky. We're here to show you some ways of styling your end of one year/beginning of the next party with class!! There's no need to go over the top with sparkly plastic products, a few here and there do the trick. Utilize glass! find a glass punch bowl at a thrift store and will it with ornaments, fruit, even punch! pick a color to pair with your sparkle and stick with it. This color can come through in florals, accent pillows, e[...]

Shop This Post

holiday, Interior Design, lifestyle, Style

Creative gift wrapping – the gift of a well wrapped present

gift wrap, design, interior design, lifestyle blog, wrapping, holidays

The gift below the paper might be the most important part, but that doesn't mean the packaging doesn't make a difference. When I was younger I would watch the gift wrappers at department stores in awe as they turned small boxes into elaborate pieces of art. At the time I thought "that could be me one day" Now I still appreciate the art of wrapping a gift beautifully - just not as a career! There are so many ways to really dress up a package; here are just a few of my favorites. Working with mismatched papers that can exist cohesively, going all out with yo[...]

Shop This Post

holiday, Interior Design, motherhood

10 Elf on the shelf ideas for the design minded mama

design friendly elf on the shelf ideas, mom boss, lifestyle, blog, designer

Last year I made the mistake of introducing Elf on the Shelf to my kids. Don't get me wrong, it's cute and fun and they LOVE IT, but I can't tell you how many times either myself or my husband have shot up in bed at 5AM in a panic about whether or not the damn Elf was moved. While I truly do aspire to be design-minded in many things I do around my house, most of the time moving the elf consists of the very, very basics. A peek-a-boo from the house plant here, a "jumping" out of the cereal box there...you get the idea. At about this time of the month, the idea[...]

Shop This Post

Beauty, holiday, Interior Design, lifestyle, Style

Holiday Tablescapes; surf road style

design, holidays, tablescape, interior design, lifestyle, lifestyle blog

One way to truly WOW your dinner guests this holiday season is by curating a designer-worthy tablescape for your next gathering. A gorgeous tablescape not only sets the scene and lets you festive-up your home, but it also makes a great photo backdrop for memories you'll cherish for years to come. Curating the perfect tablescape isn't nearly as hard as it sounds, especially with a little help from your friends at Surf Road. With the right runner, napkins and a few special candlesticks you can create an awe inspiring table layout to wow your family and friends. The[...]