Home Design – This is my hobby.

Two Seasons Down. What’s Next?

I launched Styled in South Florida Home Tours in June, 2026 and here we are in September with two five-episode seasons published on YouTube.

It doesn’t feel real, but at the same time building this project has been beyond real.

Like, never stop working real.

On my laptop writing script, editing reels, and recording voiceovers til midnight real.

A second full-time job kinda real.

…really real.

My life was already full before I decided to start making video content. I have a friend or two who have theories about why I don’t seem to have the ability to sit down and relax.

And I tell ’em to mind their business. (jk, love you, friends!)

I acknowledge my do-the-mostness.

But I did tell myself when I started that if the project at any point started to feel bad, or like it was taking away my joy for interiors, home design, thrifting, etc., I’d just stop.

But these late night grinds haven’t felt like a drag. They’ve felt exhilarating.

Like I’m really building something.

I’ve received emails from strangers thanking me for my hard work and encouraging me to keep going.

I never expected that!

I’m tired, for sure, but I will keep going. I want to see what happens next.

I need a short break this fall and winter (Palm Beach County friends — season is upon us! IYKYK), but I’m thrilled to share that I’ll release a few special holiday episodes (eeeee!!!) before coming back for a full five episode season in the new year.

I’m forever grateful for my South Florida neighbors who generously welcome me into their homes and share their creativity and talent with me and the internet.

People are so cool.

If you’re reading this, you’re a real one. Thank you for being here. It means a lot to me.

>> Styled in South Florida Season 2 Playlist

Trader Joe’s is Now a Core Part of My Personality

A Trader Joe’s opened up by my house and…I’m in danger.

It has actually been both a bad and good thing (but mostly good).

We’ve now reduced our Costco trips. For us, Costco shopping can often lead to overspending and food waste.

Now, instead of one massive haul every couple of weeks, we are popping into Trader Joe’s several times a week.

I would normally hate going to a grocery store that often, but it is genuinely a joy to shop there.

Elaine is obsessed with the little kid carts and the staff treat us with loving kindness — the opposite of most South Florida shopping experiences (or experiences in general), tbh.

There are also so many delightful treats.

This week, I discovered the vanilla bean mini sheet cake and, once again…I’m in danger.

I’m venturing into the body products too, and I fear I might be a Goodwill + Trader Joe’s girlie head to toe these days.

My favorite thing about having TJ’s next door though is that it greatly enhances my hosting offerings.

I had friends over last weekend and supplied quite a spread of TJ goodies in various thrifted serving plates scattered amid thrifted table decor.

We tried a couple of their flatbreads from the frozen section and, naturally, I had to throw in a few sweet treats. The cookies aren’t as good as oreos but they were still pretty delish!

I’ve been waiting to use these adorable napkins I found at Bealls. The woven mats are from Goodwill, along with most of the serving dishes.

Cabbage serving tray also from Goodwill. We tried the curry chicken salad and bacon ranch chicken dip — both delish.

I love that I can throw together a spread without making a huge production of it with TJ’s help.

So, yes, I might be spending too much money there, but I’m spending it on friends and vanilla bean sheet cake.

The math works for me.

Styled in South Florida Season 2 launches on Sunday, August 16th!

I can’t wait to introduce you to this season’s tour hosts and their gorgeous homes.

Keep your eyes peeled for five more home tour episodes!

Last week’s thrifted ‘fits:

T-shirt, sunnies, and bag from Goodwill West Palm Beach

Sneak Peek: Styled in South Florida Home Tours Season 2

Season 1 of Styled in South Florida Home Tours has wrapped with five episodes featuring some of the most creative people I’ve ever met and their super stylish homes.

It has felt surreal to share this project with you after so many months of preparation.

I thought it would take at least a year of consistent posting on YouTube before gaining any traction.

I’m so proud to share that after one month of publishing weekly home tour episodes, I’m a YouTube Partner!

*Pinch me.*

This is just the beginning. I’m cooking up a fab Season 2 featuring homes beyond my Palm Beach County community.

Season 3 might take us to the Florida Keys — stay tuned!

>> If you have a stylish friend you’d like to pitch for the show, just shoot me a message or email, ThisisMyHobbyBlog@gmail.com.

I so appreciate every ounce of support. Keep watching, liking, commenting, and sharing with fellow home design lovers.

xoxo

Vanessa