Girls Night Out – AR Workshop Lexington, SC

Photo by: Maddy Eccles

CSC Mommy Bloggers: Left to Right: Nakisha, Ashley, Carey, Kelly, Natalie, Maddy, Michelle, Kati and Heather

Everyone you will ever meet knows something you don’t. – Bill Nye

I have been blessed to meet a group of amazing women that make up the CSC Mommy Blogger Tribe and it seems like we’re growing every day. I say it all the time but I’m really shy these ladies allow me to show up authentically. We all have such different personalities but we’re able to learn and lean on each other for advice.

This month we headed to Lexington, SC to visit the AR Workshop. They are located at 5175 Sunset Blvd, Ste. 6, Lexington, SC 29072. I had no real idea of what to expect – think paint and sip meets wood work! The place is beautiful and the staff was wonderful. Everything was setup for us when we arrived and we were walked through the entire process. I was a little nervous when I realized I really had to do the project by myself. This is a real DIY, y’all so brace yourself, it will be worth it in the end.

Photo by: Maddy Eccles

Photo by: Maddy Eccles

AR Workshop is a national brand, so no worries if you’re not local you can still check them out. They are great for date nights, parties and so much more. The projects are endless and you will want to come back for more. My kids were so impressed with me that they want to join in on the fun, so I will be back!

Photo by: Maddy Eccles

We were allowed to bring in outside food but you will need to supply your own supplies. Clean Juice Lexington provided our bites for the evening and they offer catering for all of your clean eating needs. I was able to try my first acai bowl and I’m addicted.

The night ended beautifully, we were all able to take home projects that we could be proud of. So, if you’re local, you’re in luck. AR Workshop graciously gave me a coupon code to share with you, use code: FREELY10 now until April 30, 2020 FOR 10% off any upcoming projects!

Happy New Year - 2020

Yes, we’re half way through the New Year and I’m just now saying something, lol. Don’t judge me. I’ve been extremely busy working on projects to help set myself up for a great 2020.

With that being said, I just wanted to drop a little bit of encouragement in your spirit.

The last 4 years have been extremely tough for me and in 2015 God told me that everything I was going through was just a test and that one day my test would become my testimony. So I believed that and then 2016 came, 2017, 2018 and NOTHING changed it all kept feeling like I was still being tested and I didn’t understand it. 2019 became the year of faith for me…I had to understand what it really meant to have faith on a different level. I had to believe for things that I couldn’t see and if I’m being honest, sometimes I got frustrated.

As 2020 began to get closer I realized I did not have some prolific epiphany yet. Like when was my word going to come? As I was driving down the street talking to God (more so, complaining) it hit me. He told me that this is the year of the PROMISE.

Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you your heart’s desires. Psalm 37:4

Y’all, I wanted to jump out of my skin. I couldn’t believe it. I was in complete shock, like really, God this is how we’re doing 2020?!!

Needless to say, my heart is full and I’m ready to reap every seed that I’ve sown!

Brunchin' at The Grand On Main Street

Michelle and I

If you’re ever visiting Columbia, SC make sure you check out The Grand! It’s Columbia’s newest hotspot and I’m here for it. The Grand so graciously hosted our group; the CSC Mommy Blogger Tribe for brunch and everything was delicious! I didn’t even know they served brunch so this was a sweet treat for me!

The ladies and I ordered and shared a little bit about ourselves since we had some new ladies with us; Ashley (Soda City Mom) and Christy (MessyAsAMother)! I gained some valuable knowledge from each of the ladies and I can’t wait until our meet up again in January!

The Grand is a great place to visit for a night out on the town. They have a tap room, a full bowling alley and games galore! They are located in Downtown Columbia, SC and have a great menu that will fit anyone’s taste buds, even the picky eater (I am one.) They even take reservations so it’s perfect for groups. They also have separate area available for rent!

Bowling Alley

Frenchies Modern Nail Care, Lexington, SC - CSC Mommy Blogger Tribe

Julie and I

Last weekend I got to hang out with my mom friends of the CSC Mommy Blogger Tribe and it’s always a good time to see my girls. We’ve now added two new ladies; Maddy Eccles and Carey Shofner and it was so good to meet them in person. If you haven’t kept up check out our first meet up at Leo’s Landing.

The ladies and I met at Frenchies Modern Nail Care in Lexington, SC. They are located in the heart of Lexington in a quiet little shopping plaza. When you arrive you will get all of the feels, I know I did. The place looked so clean and it was refreshing that it did not reek of strong smells typically found in other nail salons.

By: Maddy Eccles

We were graciously hosted for pedicures and I must say, my toes are happy!! Malika did my pedicure and walked me through each step. I felt like I was getting educated during the experience and I learned how to take better care of my feet.

Julie Riley, the owner, greeted us at the door and gave us a tour. She even gave a mini lesson on the best practices for nail salons. I was surprised to learn that you’re only supposed to use a nail file on 1 client! They have only been opened for a few months and are a great addition to the community and hopes to add another location in the future!

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In speaking with Julie, she prides herself on the products and services they offer. Not only are we revolutionizing nail services through a focused guest experience, but we only use products that meet our stringent health focused guidelines. In fact, all of the polishes we use in studio are free of the 3 most harmful chemicals and we have our popular EMMA line that is 12-free of the worst chemicals on the market. Our sugar scrubs, lotions and soaps are made using essential oils, minimally processed plant oils, and botanicals, while avoiding sulfates, phthalates and parabens!  

My overall experience was stellar! Once you experience Frenchies you will compare every other place, I promise. If you’re local, come visit these lovely ladies at: 5225 Sunset Blvd Suite B, Lexington, SC 29072.

by: maddy eccles