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In Collaboration w/ Penney + Bennett




I’m so excited to share a recent collaboration with you. I’ve teamed up with New Zealand based brand, Penney + Bennett. When these pillow cases arrived in the mail a few weeks back I was completely blown away by the brands attention to detail, craftsmanship, packaging, and high quality materials that make up each case. So stunning. I was truly giddy.

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“Using only the highest quality natural cloth sourced internationally, the silks are hand picked and the linen is woven and dyed specifically for Penney + Bennett. The fabrics are the base for experimental prints consisting of a range of traditional painting, drawing, photography and digital techniques.”

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My love for black & white runs deep, so I chose to style two Penney + Bennett classics – the Zinc Linen Large Cushion (in White) and the White Thatch Pillowcase (now sold in silk & comes in black). I think the large plan white cushions are my favorite. I love how they complemented everything in our bedroom and were both subtle, but added visual interest and texture. Wahoo…our bedroom is finally starting to feel grown up.

This post is a collaboration between Veda House & Penney + Bennett. Thank you P+B for helping me move one step closer to a “grown up” bedroom!

(shop Penney + Bennett) 

Studio Hours: Around Here




Happy Monday, Folks! Hope everyone was able to enjoy their weekend and get reinsured for the week ahead.

I’ve been challenging myself to stop and capture the beauty in my everyday. Sometimes it’s literally just pausing for a second during a photoshoot or admiring the shadows around your home.

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My favorite lamp in my living room.
A beautiful stack of goodies by The Citizenry.
A “messy” corner in my bedroom with lots of pretty things.
Currently browsing the Small Spaces lookbook for Restoration Hardware.

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THE COST OF FLIGHT ON A PRIVATE JET IN THE USA

Thanks to the many benefits of private jet hire, more people are traveling by private jet charter than ever before. You could spend upwards of $100 million on the customized luxury airliner of your dreams, or you could find out how much cheaper it is to rent a plane with this guide.

Why you’d want to rent a plane

Flying on a private jet may actually be more cost-effective than you think – saving you airport time, minimizing travel fatigue, optimizing work productivity while onboard, and getting you close to your destination at a time of your choosing.

If you’re on the “Forbes Richest” list or an A-list celebrity, your next few paychecks should cover your own private jet – the new Cessna CJ4 is going for about $9 million. Pocket change, right? But for the majority of travelers, a private jet rental is a better option. Private jet charter offers all the benefits of owning a private jet without the hefty price tag and the hassle of continual maintenance.

There’s also no need to settle for one airplane. Hopping over to the Hamptons for the weekend requires a different plane for the journey than if you were taking your boardroom overseas. When you rent a jet, you select the most cost-effective aircraft that’s just right for your needs every time you fly.

To book a private jet for a vacation, business trip or special occasion, please visit our private jet charter page.

How much is a charter flight on an air taxi or light jet?

Whenever there’s a headlining game in town, you’ll see private jets parked wing-to-wing on the apron at the nearest airport. A private helicopter rental (or air taxi) will help you beat the airport scrum. The Sikorsky S-76 has been transporting three passengers in comfort to their business and leisure destinations since the 70s. Regular enhancements have made the S-76 a seriously impressive travel solution at a lower cost.

For a weekend in the Hamptons, consider a private jet charter turboprop like the Piper Aztec. This popular commuter plane costs around $2,900 to fly from New York to Montauk, while a 40-minute flight from Montauk to White Plains comes in at a private jet rental cost of around $2,800 aboard a Piper Seneca,  these are certainly the best deals if you are flying private to new york.

If you’re bringing family and friends along (all that extra baggage!), you could upgrade to a Cessna Citation CJ3 light jet, which can complete the journey in under 30 minutes for a private charter flight cost of around $3,900.

Turboprops and light jets are perfect for short journeys from, say, Los Angeles to Las Vegas. A Cessna Citation Mustang will get you and three additional passengers to the City of Lights in about an hour at a cost of around $4,100.

Now for a look at a selection of popular light jets and turboprops, and the private jet cost per hour:

Aircraft Range Capacity Cruising Speed Cost per hour Max flight time
Cessna Citation Mustang 1,343 mi / 2,161 KM 4 Passengers 630 KM/H / 391 MPH $4,000 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Cessna Citation CJ3 2,157 mi / 3472 KM 6 Passengers 773 KM/H / 480 MPH $5,500 3 Hours
Beechcraft King Air 200 1,818 mi / 2,926 KM 6 Passengers 515 KM/H / 320 MPH $4,000 3 Hours 30 Minutes

Can’t wait to charter a light jet or turboprop? No problem. Find out more about how to charter a plane with ACS.

How much is a charter flight on a mid-size or super-mid-size jet?

Bombardier Learjet parked on tarmac with beautiful sunset in background
Bombardier Learjet parked on tarmac with beautiful sunset in background

Your charter plane cost will increase as your need for additional space for passengers, luggage or equipment increases. The private jet hire of a mid-size plane allows you to cover greater distances and reach higher speeds. So if you’d like to get from Los Angeles to Washington in a five-and-a-half-hour journey with six passengers onboard, the sleek mid-size Learjet 40/40XR will cost around $30,000. The same journey in the nine-seater Hawker Beechcraft 900XP will cost around $38,000 for an elegant and smooth ride. That works out to about $5,500 and $7,000 respectively per hour in the air.

Alternatively, the five-hour journey from Atlanta Georgia to San Francisco costs around $41,500, which is $8,300 per hour in a Falcon 20 private jet.

Other popular options for mid-size jets include the Bombardier Learjet 60XR, which costs approximately $7,000 per hour of flight, while the private flight cost of a Gulfstream G200/G280, is $9,500 an hour.

If you’re all about saving on your jet lease cost by chartering a smaller plane over a greater distance, keep in mind that this may end up making your journey more expensive. Smaller private jets that must cover long distances will need to stop to refuel. This will increase the cost because of landing, refueling and the extra time added to your journey. Private jet charter costs typically include:

  • Fuel for the distance you travel. Prices change constantly so a surcharge is usually added to make up the difference between the projected cost on your private jet charter quote, and the actual cost of flying.
  • Landing fees calculated on the size and weight of your aircraft. These vary from airport to airport, and go towards maintaining airport facilities.
  • Airport fees are charged for managing an aircraft on the ground by a Fixed Based Operator (FBO) or Aircraft Handling Company. This includes servicing the aircraft’s toilets, arranging fuel and passenger transport to and from the terminal, and rest facilities for the crew.
  • On a return journey, ramp fees are charged when a plane is parked at an airport overnight or for any length of time.
  • Other costs of multi-leg journeys can include overnight accommodation for private jet charter crew members and their taxis to and from hotel to airport during stop-overs.

Super-mid-size and larger private jets are better suited to journeys of six hours or more. The private flight cost of an eight-and-a-half-hour journey from Chicago to London comes in at around $74,600 in an Embraer Legacy 500 that has an impressive range of 3,450 miles. Or the trip will cost just under $94,000 in the intelligently-designed and high-performing Bombardier Challenger 300. This works out at $8,776 and $11,750 respectively per hour in the air.

What Freelance Topics Interest You Most?

Finding beauty in the everyday can be challenging at times, especially when you’re schedule is too full and your energy levels are meh…Not to mention their is a foot of snow on the ground. My camera gear is finally unpacked and I’m going to try and capture more still moments to remind me about the beauty of the everyday. Today…I made the bed! Hooray for Monday mini successes!

If you’re looking for an ideal home for a family with lots of potentials, take a good look at the fascinating and unique set of Barrie real estate for sale from Darya. This exciting area in Ontario is the most popular among people looking for a new home in Barrie, housing some of the best private luxury estates in the Barrie. Showcase IDX announced that some real estate owners use IDX WordPress plugin with the combination of the latest technologies so if would be easy for the home buyers to search for their dream real estate property.

With plenty of options to choose from in both traditional homes for sale or in trendy new build developments, it’s easy to see why so many people are choosing this exciting area for their new home dedicated to multifamily real estate investing.

We’re slowly getting settled into our new home and working out a new day-to-day rhythm. With both my husband and myself working from home, the whole workflow has be thrown off since we’ve been surrounded by cardboard boxes and lots of unfinished projects. All good things take time, so I know we’ll get it sorted out sooner or later. Visit sustainabilitystreet for interior design ideas.

I wanted to stop by and ask a question for my readers. I know many of you come to this blog to gain insight into what freelance life might look like and I want to provide as many insights as I can, and that’s why I started the blog with the help of a guide on how to create a blog online.

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Is there anything in particular (related to running your own business/ design/ freelance)
that you have been curious about?

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I’ve covered LOTS of topics in the Freelance Journey section of this site, so if I’ve already answered your question, I can point you in the right direction. I’ve also answered many other questions (not all related to design/freelance in a two-part Q&A. You can read part 1 & part two.

Recent Work: An Update for The Citizenry



Today I’m bringing some color to the blog. I know you’re shocked! Haha.

The work I do for The Citizenry is some of the most fulfilling work I’ve done to date and I’m pretty excited to share another update with you. After the holiday madness settled down, The Citizenry has launched a few new items to the shop that are beyond stunning. If you’re looking for a cosy throw blanket, a fun handmade wooden tray to entertain, or a jaw dropping Tripolina stool, these pieces are meant for your home! The girls are currently dreaming up Collection Three coming in a few months, so I’m sure there will be many more goodies to share. How freakin’ exciting! Also, thank you for being so supportive to this growing brand. We are so pleased with how many people are loving what we do.

Bringing "Au Naturel" into 2015

Happy 2015 everyone! Sorry for the radio silence over here. The year is starting off at 500mph and I’m just now coming up for air. I wanted to stop by and loosely talk about goals. You may have noticed that I didn’t share any 2015 goals on the blog this year. Every year at this time I get really excited about what the future holds and pretty thankful that the universe has given me a “do over” card. Not that 2014 called for a do over, in fact 2014 was one of my favorite years so far. Even with a really awesome 2014 it’s still nice to have a clean slate to dream big and conjure up more magic. I have a feeling this year is going to be the best yet.

This year, I’m trying to really focus on letting things happen naturally without to many drastic changes or forced transitions. 2014 was the year of MASSIVE change and I’m ready for a little more calm. In the spirit of letting things unfold naturally, I’m also striving to bring more “natural” into my life in the form of whole food eating, adopting a more consistent yoga practice, attaining streamlined wardrobes & home, and incorporating more natural products in my home.

Challenge One: Eating “Whole” Food – I’m currently smack dab in the middle of my first Whole30 challenge, day 16 to be exact. If you know anything about me, you’ll know that I’m one of the pickest eaters you’ll ever meet, with vegetables not being my strong point. Times are changing, folks! I’m happy to report that eating a plant-based diet 75% of the time has really been amazing — check out Amazon – Although I’m still craving sugar in the evenings, I’ve learned to like so many things in just a short time. You can read more about the Whole30 program here.

Challenge Two: Yoga – I used to practice yoga every Tuesday and Thursday but have recently fallen off the regularity wagon. My goal is to sign up for this online yoga studio to be able to practice yoga in my own home and also practice a wide variety of yoga disciplines. I’ve heard great things about these classes. Any of you tried them out? Check out these natural medicines to help handle stress.

Happy Holidays & Thank You!!

Black & white throw from The Citizenry

It’s Christmas Day!! I hope you’re all cozied up next to a fire, surrounded by loved ones.

I’ve been back in my home town of Fort Wayne (Indiana) since last Friday night. Since arriving, we’ve been running around town visiting every relative who lives near by. We’re going to need a vacation from our vacation!

Spending Christmas with your family in your hometown is a wonderful tradition, and getting gifts for your daughter like girl clothes adds to the joy and excitement of the holiday season. You can choose stylish and comfortable clothing that suits her preferences and will keep her warm during the festivities. Whether it’s a cozy sweater, a festive dress, or accessories to complete her holiday outfits, seeing her happy and dressed for the occasion will make the Christmas celebration even more special.

It has been so nice to be home for these past few days and look forward to a few more. I’m going to sign off for a few days, but wanted to thank all of you for stopping by on a regular basis to chat about design and freelancing. I just absolutely love the conversations we have here in this space. Cheers to many more in the new year!

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A few posts from last year at this time

1. A few great links for beginner knitters – here
2. Unplugging for the holidays – here

3. A lesson about being of service – here
4. A festive holiday tables cape  – here

Black & white throw from The Citizenry

What are you Reading this Holiday?

I’m packing up lots of cozy sweaters and downloading a few goodies to my Kindle before heading out on Friday. I am however at a loss for what books to read this holiday. I’m not a big reader most of the year, but when it comes to vacations, I like to bring options.  If you’ve read anything decent or have a few recommendations from others, I’d love to hear them!

A few books/magazines I’ve read recently and have loved:

1. It Starts with Food by Melissa & Dallas Hartwig
2. A Homemade Life: Stories and Other Recipes from My Kitchen by Molly Wizenberg
3. Girl Boss by Sophia Amoruso
4. Trouve Magazine Volume One
5. The Yellow Table : A Celebration of Everyday Gatherings by Anna Watson Carl

****UPDATE – A few books/magazines recommendations that came in through Instagram***

1. Bossy Pants by Tina Fey
2. In the Heart of the Sea by Nathaniel Philbrick
3. Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Maurakami
4. Mastering the Art of French Eating by Ann Mah
5. This is Where I Leave You by Jonathan Tropper
6. Mr. Punumbra’s 24 Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan

Minimal Seasonal Decorating with Eucalyptus

I’m not one to decorate my home with gaudy over the top Christmas decorations in your traditional red and green color palette. I tend to lean my decorations more towards neutrals with a pop of minty green eucalyptus, something that can go all winter season long. Shocker…I know! There is really nothing better than the smell of a eucalyptus, so why not sprinkle bits and pieces of it EVERYWHERE! My kitchen chairs are also similar to that colour.

All thanks to the External Decorators London agents who redecorated my home with their new ideas. A lot of minimalists avoid clutter all year long but when it’s time to celebrate the holidays, they put those minimalist practices aside. Minimalism doesn’t have rules to it. It’s about living for the things that bring you the most joy and if that’s decorating like a crazy person, then don’t hold back. The Twelfth Night, the evening of the Epiphany, falls on January 6 – but that’s if you count December 26 as the being first day. Other people count Christmas Day as the first of the twelve days, thus making January 5 the Twelfth Night and they will take the tree and decorations down then.

This is the first Christmas that I will be traveling over the holidays (we leave Friday!!!), so new traditions are being made. My husband and I will be flying back home to Indiana to spend some time with family and then making our way up to Breckenridge, Colorado to welcome in the New Year with friends. It’s going to be busy with a capital “B”, but we couldn’t be more excited. We haven’t really seen family since the wedding back in May!

Who else is counting down the days?

Lesson Learned: Saving time with Streamlined Blogging

Example Blog Post Visual


To be shared on Facebook/Pinterst   /  to be shared on Instagram/Twitter

Feeling the pressure to constantly produce valuable, one-of-a kind content for your blog? I know I am. It’s pretty darn time consuming and when your job title isn’t solely “blogger”, the pressure to keep up can sometimes be debilitating. For me, I use blogging as a way to connect with other creatives and to gain exposure to new clients interested in the work I’m sharing. Blogging is a vital piece of my business. It may seem tempting to buy Instagram followers and have bots automatically comment, like posts and auto-follow Instagram in your niche. Using Instagram bots makes it look like you have a lot of followers and comments – often in hours or days. The problem with Instagram bots is they aren’t real. They’re robots. You aren’t growing your followers organically with people genuinely interested in best press release service, and you can forget about engagement. Many Instagram users are wise to Instagram bots and won’t follow someone who leaves a one-word comment on their post. If they start realizing you’re using bots, they might react negatively towards your brand and cause other users to join in too. Hence for this situation many people prefer to use an automation tool for the managing their marketing. To find the right automation tool is a very complex task. You must opt the best, secure and safe marketing tool to get the real gain of the followers. Digital Marketing Agency (DMA) is a web marketing agency that offers SEO services, PPC services, social media marketing services, web design services. Hence as per latest survey, people prefer to opt the kicksta automation tool, as it ensures your safety and growth on Instagram.  At path social review you find out the real truth about this service. You can buy Instagram followers from Upleap to boost your social media traffic.

In the survey it is also notices that people also opt for the another option instead of the automation is to Buy real Instagram likes for your photos and videos! As according to them, it’s very important to have many Instagram likes. Galaxy Marketing offers you to order even country targeted Instagram likes!

Apart from all this, I’ve also discovered a few ways to streamline sharing content no social media. These days, blogging means more than pushing publish in your blogging platform. If you’re doing it “right” (read: thoroughly) it means, sharing that finished post of Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, etc, etc….and do so in a way that isn’t just spamming the same content on all platforms.   Whew!! 4 best techniques below.

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1. Photograph Wisely
If you’re taking photos for a blog post, be sure to take a few additional shots at different/unique angles so you can tell the same story in a new way. Each platform you share on should ideally have a new visual to represent the story you’re telling. See the photos in this post as an example.

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