Odyssey Designs

Adventures at Deep Creek Hot Springs!

Deep Creek Hot Springs is the perfect little adventure. Just around a 2 hour drive from the Orange County/LA area, this place is great when you want a change of scenery but don’t have a ton of time for a vacation. I went for the first time in September of 2016 & have been […]

Crochet & Fashion, Patterns

Everyday Crochet: Peplum Tank!

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Desert, Roadtrips

Relaxing & Rejuvenating at Integratron!

As I was planing my trip to Joshua Tree, I wanted to check out what other attractions were in the area. I remembered seeing photos of this strange dome building in the desert, & began stocking Instagram to learn more. Unsure exactly what it was, I soon learned this place was called Integratron & people […]

Desert, Sight Seeing, Wellness

Exploring Joshua Tree National Park

Living in Southern California, Joshua Tree is one of the closest National Parks to me! I vaguely remember going as a child, but I appreciate it so much more now.

Designs, Festivals

Outside Lands: Festival & Crochet Tips!

I have always liked going to San Francisco. My first memory of the city is from a trip with my Girl Scout troop in elementary school. Since then, it has been the only big city I have wanted to go back to again & again. So naturally, I had to check out their music festival, […]

Designs, Sustainable Living

A Sustainable Crochet Set!

I’ve always been interested in fashion. My first job was at a small boutique in my hometown. The place was packed with dresses, tops & all the latest trends. I would spend my afternoons trying on different styles & falling in love with the way a good outfit can make you feel.

California, Festivals

A Day at the Lavender Festival!

If you have ever read my About page you may remember that one day I want to have a farm! So this place was basically a dream come true! Having never heard or seen anything about the 123 Farm, I had no idea what to expect. But it blew me away, complete with a lavender breeze!

Designs

Vintage Inspired Orangesicle Set

One of my favorite things about crochet is that it has been around for decades. As much as I will try to create something totally original, I will almost always find someone who has done it before.

Festivals, Wellness

Life Lessons from Lightning In A Bottle!

Getting in touch with your energy & the energy of those around you can have a huge impact on your experiences! In this post, ill share how I’ve started to do this & the impact it can have!

Crochet & Fashion, Pageants, Wellness

My Pageant Journey!

In honor of Miss USA, I am sharing how I got into pageants & a little more about how they have impacted my life!

Desert, Museums & Installations, Sight Seeing

Desert X- Mirage

Mirror mirror on the wall who’s the fairest one of all? Well when it comes to the 2017 Desert X installations, id say Mirage by Doug Aitken takes the cake! This place was packed when I went. There were even people filming a video! But I am so glad I made the stop. Despite the crowds […]