Hello I’m Susan!
Welcome to “From the Bay to the Beach” ~ a California home decor and lifestyle blog. Join me as I share my version of California living, from the rolling hills of the Bay Area to the beautiful beaches of the San Diego coast. I’m glad you’re here!

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Follow along with me on Pinterest for my favorite coastal decor, style, fashion, food and travel ideas!

B2B Weekend Vibes #14
In this post – The World of Hans Zimmer, inspiring fall decor, a trip to Julian, CA, and my new favorite brand of perfume.

Happiness is Homemade #605
In this post – DIY pumpkin pillows made from placemats, air fryer pumpkin french toast, pumpkin spice and chocolate cake balls, a pumpkin pie cocktail, and free printable emotions pumpkin flashcards for kids.

B2B Weekend Vibes #13
In this post – Howard Jones, a sophisticated take on coastal Halloween decor, attending the Ryder Cup, and a visit to the 9/11 Memorial Museum.

The Sophisticated Guide to Coastal Halloween: Skulls, Skeletons & Dark Florals
n this post – how to decorate for Halloween in a sophisticated coastal style using mermaid and fish skeletons, skulls and moody florals.

Happiness is Homemade #604
In this post – how to bleach pinecones, DIY gift baskets, coffee filter apple craft, crocheted pumpkins for fall, and an embellished store-bought journal.

How to Create a Stylish Closet Office (a.k.a. “Cloffice”)
In this post – how to create a dream cloffice that’s practical, organized, and stylish.