• The Shop
  • Nav Social Icons

  • Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • work with Me
  • Get Your Free Human Design Chart
  • My Substack
  • My Shop- Courses, Presets
  • Discount Codes
  • Amazon
  • Oils
  • Blog Categories
    • Happiness
    • Home
    • Motherhood
    • Recipes
    • Wellness
  • CONTACT
  • About
  • Mobile Menu Widgets

    Connect

    Search

Christina J Warren

Christina J Warren

Aesthetic to Abundant™ | Identity Before Outcome

  • Lifestyle
    • Design
    • Motherhood
    • Health
    • Wellness
    • Recipes
  • Happiness
  • Human Design
  • About
  • CONTACT
  • Substack
  • work with me

Friday 5 With 2 Giveaways!

April 4, 2014 · In: LIFESTYLE, Uncategorized

Happy Friday!! So lucky to be a part of 2 giveaways this week!  

1. These lovely ladies are giving away $130 to Sephora – check out their blogs and enter via the Rafflecopter below. Good luck!

 

Ladies in Navy / Lazy Boleyn

 

hello, rigby! / With Love, Rachel / Kelly Haas Jewelry

 

Happy or Else / Petite Ramblings / Jade and Oak

a Rafflecopter giveaway

2. Kelly Haas earring giveaway

Kelly Haas Jewelry 
a Rafflecopter giveaway

3. I know, another acai bowl. The cravings come in waves! I got to have another one this week! Can you spot the tummy?

acai bowl4. This is my handbag these days. I’ve started knitting!!!!

IMG_42965. I am so excited about my baby shower! It will be so wonderful to celebrate with my friends. I’m so lucky! It’s been hard being away from these wonderful people. 

Have a wonderful weekend. Does anyone else knit? 

Linking up with The Lauren Elizabeth Crowd!

By: Christina Warren · In: LIFESTYLE, Uncategorized · Tagged: acai bowl, giveaway, kelly haas, knitting class, sephora giveaway

you’ll also love

Giveaway: $150 Kelly Haas Earrings
$300 Kate Spade Giveaway
Will You Still Like Me After Knowing This Stuff?
BEST DIY PLAYDOUGH RECIPE

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. 7% Solution says

    April 6, 2014 at 10:47 pm

    I’ve never had an acai bowl before. Yum!

    Log in to Reply
    • Christina Warren says

      April 7, 2014 at 8:34 am

      Oh, I’m going to do a recipe post on it. I usually buy them but they are super easy to make. I made one this weekend! You would love it!

      Log in to Reply
  2. Thien Do says

    April 6, 2014 at 7:37 pm

    I’ve been so so behind with my blog reading! I love that you’re knitting! Do a post to fill us in on your baby shower…??? 🙂

    Log in to Reply
    • Christina Warren says

      April 7, 2014 at 8:33 am

      Thanks, Thien! I will surely do a shower post. I’m already so excited to get all the gals together! Most of them live in San Diego or farther parts of LA (I’m in West LA). SOOO thrilled! I’ve gone total grandma with knitting and I love it!

      Log in to Reply
  3. Abby says

    April 6, 2014 at 7:13 pm

    I’ve always wanted to knit but I’ve never found a good teacher. I can’t wait to see some of your handcrafted creations! 🙂 I hope your baby shower is (was) all kinds of wonderful!! I want to hear all about it! xoxo

    Log in to Reply
    • Christina Warren says

      April 7, 2014 at 8:32 am

      Yes, the teacher makes a huge difference! The teacher I found is so cool! The group of knitters is very eclectic and interesting too! I just listened to all of their interesting lives. Shower is in a few weeks and I’ll surely post! Yay! XO

      Log in to Reply
  4. Dee says

    April 5, 2014 at 7:24 am

    Hi Christina! Thanks again for stopping by Routes&Wings yesterday! Your acai bowl looks delish! I saw those when my husband and I were honeymooning in Hawaii a few months ago! I’ve been looking for recipes to try to make them at home – any recommendations! Just started following you on bloglovin – looking forward to reading your posts! Have a great weekend – Dee

    Log in to Reply
    • Christina Warren says

      April 5, 2014 at 3:48 pm

      I would love to do a recipe post on them! They are totally everywhere by the beach in SoCal and Hawaii would be an amazing place to eat them too! I want to go to Brazil someday for the real thing!

      Log in to Reply
      • Dee says

        April 7, 2014 at 2:47 pm

        Wow! I didnt realize they originated in Brazil!! I’ve been seeing them all over instagram and the blog world lately! Looking forward to reading your post!!

        Log in to Reply
        • Christina Warren says

          April 7, 2014 at 6:09 pm

          Yay! Thank you!

          Log in to Reply
  5. Em says

    April 4, 2014 at 11:43 am

    Girrrlll I wish I knew hot to knit. My cousin knits the most amazing things and I just don’t know how she does it! If I had more time on my hands, I would definitely want to learn! Make sure to post all of your knitting creations! 😀

    Log in to Reply
    • Christina Warren says

      April 4, 2014 at 3:00 pm

      Oh there were people (men and women) in my knitting circle who make shawls, hats etc. that are ridiculous! I would just like to know how to make some blankets with those twisty cables someday. For now, I would love to be able to make a simple baby blanket by June! 🙂 I will surely post as soon as I get started. This blue stuff is only practice! 🙂

      Log in to Reply
  6. Rowena @ rolala loves says

    April 4, 2014 at 8:19 am

    I used to knit and I’m not sure why I stopped. That’s such a pretty yarn color! Enjoy your baby shower and have a fantastic weekend Christina!

    Rowena @ rolala loves

    Log in to Reply
    • Christina Warren says

      April 4, 2014 at 2:59 pm

      Oh it’s totally one of those things that will come in and out of my life in phases. My dream is to be the friend who knits a baby blanket for someone! I think it makes the most incredible gift. The blanket from my grandmother (that I got in college) is one of my most prized possessions!

      Log in to Reply
  7. Pamela Bannon says

    April 4, 2014 at 7:03 am

    I love the pic of your belly with that acai bowl! So cute! I would love to learn how to knit! Beautiful yarn color! Have a wonderful weekend! xo

    Log in to Reply
    • Christina Warren says

      April 4, 2014 at 2:58 pm

      Thanks, Pamela. At first I tried to back it outta there but gave up. 🙂 I wanted to learn how to knit b/c my grandmother has always made amazing blankets for everyone. I want to be just like her!

      Log in to Reply
  8. withluckblog says

    April 4, 2014 at 5:55 am

    doesn’t knitting get so addicting?! When I have some free time, I like to knit while watching TV, but I only know the basic knit stitch. Needless to say, my “creations” are all boring scarves haha

    Log in to Reply
    • Christina Warren says

      April 4, 2014 at 2:57 pm

      It is TOTALLY addictive. I want to do it all day and have to tear myself away. My “creations” are most likely going to be blankets! The teacher showed me a really easy pattern for a blanket with many textures using just the knit and pearl. Those two stitches do everything! 🙂

      Log in to Reply
  9. Chelsea says

    April 4, 2014 at 3:54 am

    I’m trying to learn to knit…it’s on my goal list for 2014!

    Log in to Reply
    • Christina Warren says

      April 4, 2014 at 3:00 pm

      Yes, it’s been on a goal list for a while for me! I am taking a weekly class at a charming yarn store. I love the group! One woman in the group just published a book like you!

      Log in to Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

You must be logged in to post a comment.

Next Post >

Acupressure For Stress Relief

Primary Sidebar

hi there!

I'm Christina. I'm here to help you transform your identity to match the outcome you want. I share simple habits for big change. Grab something to sip on and stay awhile! I'm really glad you're here. XO Christina

Read More

Search

Archives

Aesthetic to Abundant Weekly

A soft, powerful path from hustle to harmony—delivered weekly. Energy alignment, homemaking and happy habits.

Follow Along

@christinajwarren

Comment the word WOOD for everything you need to k Comment the word WOOD for everything you need to know to make choosing wood floors simple. 

I make it easy and answer things like “what direction do I lay them?”

I was pregnant when we were renovating this home and I make different kinds of decisions when I’m pregnant. Anyone else?

I started thinking I wanted tile-wood-look flooring or fake wood because I saw all these Texas homes that did not use wood. 

There must be a reason? 

Was it the weather? The cost bc the homes are big? Pets? I thought I’d be responsible and choose something hardy…

Except I only like wood!

It’s really a personal preference and a lifestyle thing.
I LOVE natural materials and there is nothing like wood flooring to make a home feel cozy and expensive.

Almost 7 years later and we are still in love with these.
The feeling of your home is so powerful in creating the movie in your mind of what a dream life really is.

Renovations can feel overwhelming. It’s all about prioritizing what’s important to you and knowing what you love.

Follow @christinajwarren for more of my home transformation series: Aesthetic to Abundant.
The high kitchen shelf from Nancy Meyers’ “It’s Co The high kitchen shelf from Nancy Meyers’ “It’s Complicated” kitchen was living rent free in my brain.

I’ve lived so so many places as a kid and adult. Whenever I move into a place and it feels sterile, I stress!

I need a lived in feeling and this dining room was giving me temporary apartment vibes. 

Seriously, decor and design can make ANY space feel like a home. Your home.

I spend a lot of time sanding this. It was actually really therapeutic actually as I was processing the passing of an old friend.

I was also caught grief sanding in my garage wearing what I call my urban YETI uniform when a neighbor dropped by. 

I looked like a crazy person (I am). It gave me a laugh.

I love how it turned out. It gives the space an opportunity for decorative objects, and feels like a cozy little roof.

It also turned the blinds into a sort of inset blind vibe that elevates the tone. 

I had these outside mounted so they match the rest of the room where some windows require it.

It’s 8 inches deep. That’s the measurement that felt right and it fit my future French soup tureens. 

You’ve got to take a chance if you want something incredible. It’s just nails, paint and time. It holds the feeling of your home.

When your home reflects what you feel inside, your experience in life just improves everywhere.

Follow @christinajwarren for more of my home transformation series: Aesthetic to Abundant.
The baby diaper brown paint was stealing my joy! I The baby diaper brown paint was stealing my joy! It felt overwhelming to figure out the style, solutions and repairs this patio needed.

When you’re overwhelmed, it’s just that you’ve got to figure out your priorities. 

When Everything feels equally important the list is too long and you feel paralyzed with where to start. 

This goes for your day today-unspiral from the overwhelm and focus on the priorities.

When I was ready to stop looking at that terrible color, I got out the paint samples and started imagining the deck all white.

What helped me what visiting a nearby winery that had a similar structure. It was Texas but still had a European vibe and fit into the landscape.

Get out there and soak up some beautiful inspiration.

I made this project my focus for a month and then called the painters and then moved on to the rest of the exterior in chunks. Then it was time to call the painters!

to say I’m obsessed with it would be an understatement. 

It brightens this whole room 

The green trees on the property just pop against it. The blue of the water looks even more crystal clear. 

Follow @christinajwarren for more of my home transformation series: Aesthetic to Abundant.
This big blank wall in the living room made me fee This big blank wall in the living room made me feel like I was living in a box with no personality or charm. 

It felt so drab and cold.

Without even measuring, I purchased the sideboard on the spot at @theporch in Round Top and brought it home.

It fit! 

I knew it was me because it had neutral tones and a french feel.

It has evolved over the years and it almost feels like a built in part of our home at this point.

The large art was a definite yes. I had seen it for years and it felt so me.

That’s how I know an investment piece is right-it will feel so YOU!

The formula for this vignette:
A base piece of furniture
Large scale art
Picture Light
Frames
Lamps
Piled books
Objects of interest

You can feel even in this small area before and after design that the feeling has changed!

Tiny changes create massive emotional shifts.

Now this space makes me feel comforted, rich in life and rooted.

Follow @christinajwarren for more of my home transformation series: Aesthetic to Abundant.
Comment COLOR and I’ll dm you the exact colors/bra Comment COLOR and I’ll dm you the exact colors/brands that we used to achieve this look.

We lived here for years before tackling the exterior and it was kind of painful.

Every time I’d drive home, I knew I loved my house but geez it was so BROWN! 

It felt like an old mission or outpost.

It didn’t feel like me and it kind of dragged me down. 

I’m a woman who lives a beautiful life, what’s wrong with my house? ha!

I kept looking at photos of other homes to see what could be achieved here.

although I couldn’t find exact matches, I got inspired and bold. 

I knew I was always drawn to white and yellow homes the most so I just started testing.

It was horrifying part way through because there is no going back!

Remember this: You have to see it in your mind first and then it can become a reality. It’s ok if it takes a few steps in the wrong direction, just keep at it and the look will come to life in your mind.

You’ll know when it’s right. Then call the painters!

Follow @christinajwarren for more of my home transformation series: Aesthetic to Abundant.

Footer

  • Lifestyle
    • Design
    • Motherhood
    • Health
    • Wellness
    • Recipes
  • Happiness
  • Human Design
  • Amazon Storefront
  • Shop our home
  • The Shop

Aesthetic to Abundant

A gentle weekly digest for high-achieving women who get what they want. Homemaking and small habits for big happiness. Plus a weekly romance series.

Copyright © 2026 · Christina J Warren · Theme by 17th Avenue

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.