JOHNSTON STYLE: Creative Chics

I am so excited for my Creative Chics coffee and collaboration 2016 kick-off tomorrow morning!! Last October, I was selected to be the Portland Hostess for Creative Chics. I was beyond shocked and super honored to be chosen to be part of such an amazing group of women. Creative Chics is a community of women creative entrepreneurs that empower and encourage each other through sharing advice, contacts, experiences and resources. We believe everyone has a unique story which allows room for everyone to be successful. We host events in many Cities across the United States. Check out Creative Chics to see if there is one located in your City! Creative Chics Portland meets once a month, we are already booking for the end of Feburary... If you're Local, please come join us!

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January, We took the kids to Dallas, Texas for the National Championship Football Game. We were there cheering on The University of Oregon Ducks! Sadly, they didn't win but we had a great Family vacation and enjoyed ALL that Dallas had to offer.

Original Post- Eva's Bakery

The end of January, I went to the ALT Summit Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah. I had a great experience, I stayed at The Grand America- (lucky me) Jason flew in to meet me for a long weekend and took me to The Sundance Film Festival... (bucket list, check) This was my first time in Salt Lake City and I fell in love with this sweet town.

Original Post- Lilly For Target

In April, I was lucky enough to have my first styled job... I partnered with Target, Lilly Pulitzer and Bai5 for the Launch of Lilly for Target. It was surreal to have been part of such an amazing Launch. Target stores sold out in a matter of minutes! Great Job- Target and Lilly for making such a wonderful products.

Original Post- Half Marathon

May- Ellie and I went to Disneyland for a girls weekend! On Mother's Day we ran the Tinker Bell Half Marathon. Another, bucket list item for the year. I was so proud of Ellie, this was her first Half Marathon and she did amazing!

Original Post- Doughnuts

In June, I styled this sweet Doughnut photo. It's one of my favorites this year... This was part of The WayFair Homemakers Blogger program I am part of. I made these yummy, homemade doughnuts and my kids said they were the BEST! Paired with cold milk in a mason jar... Too cute!

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July- I went to Arizona for a Conference. I was over the moon excited to spend the day having lunch and seeing my sweet Friend's Store {The TomKat Studio} Kim and I met about a year before at another Creative Conference in Tennessee. We became fast friends- She is my mentor and I love her to pieces!

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The end of August, Ellie and I took another girls trip to Vancouver B.C. Completely a last minute trip... My friend, owner of Sweet Bake Shop- closed her store. She had it open for one year- her success was overwhelming wonderful- But, running a bakery day to day wasn't what she wanted to do for the moment. She is writing a book, baking and traveling. (bucket list, check)

Original Post- Creative Chics

In October, I joined forces and was named Creatives Chics (Portland, Hostess) I am extremely honored to be part of this amazing community. I will be hosting coffee and collaborations once a month for Creative Business Women. Come join- HERE

Original Post- Inspired Retreat

Mid-October- I traveled back to my favorite place... Nashville, Tennessee. I absolutely adore the Amber Housley's Inspired Retreat. I attended this conference the year prior- The women at this retreat are the most amazing ladies EVER! Their talent is beyond measures. I feel honored and privileged to have been able to attend not just once but twice!

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Photo Booth: Photo Booth Supply Co. c/o Leah Remillet

Kim: Owner of Lucy Jane Totes

Jen: Owner of The Sugar Monkey

Beth: TV Personality, HSN Crafts

Original Post- The Big Island

November- Jason took me to Hawaii! We had such a wonderful time- Relaxing, Golfing, Swimming and Eating some pretty amazing foods. Jason and I haven't vacationed just him and I for years- we always take the kids because they are so easy to travel with. We missed them horribly but we really needed some alone time. Thanks Jason...

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In December, We decided to go skiing/snowboarding on Christmas Day! This is my adorable Family on the mountain. Making memories is what we do as a Family and we had such an amazing year! As I recap on my 2015, I feel very blessed to have been given all the opportunities to travel and be with my family. I'm thankful for you... my readers, who continue to support me. I'm looking forward to 2016! Stay tuned- there are BIG things coming... HAPPY NEW YEAR!