On Monday, January 26th @petits_salons is screening an exciting selection of darkly comedic short films by local rising filmmakers, curated in collaboration with @e__granat! Doors will open at 7:00pm, with an opening musical / movement act of “Wiggle Room” at 7:30pm from @toogiesaurus and @joemarcelberry Seating is very limited, so make sure to show up as early as you can to snag yours! Following the performance, we’ll move out to the fire deck for the films. Our lineup includes: HONEYPOT by @rickdarge When a man finds a box of free stuff on a city street, one vintage camera sends him spiraling into a world of questionable coincidences and cosmic confusion. MIRROR PARTY by @bridey_elliott Two friends role-play a breakup conversation. TWO CUP RUNNETH by @noahkentis Security guard, Mike, has accidentally been delivered a second cup of coffee. SIENNA AND THE SIT by @iamscottiet Having exhausted every cleanse and crystal out there, Sienna sits Shiva in a last ditch effort to finally get over her ex. I AM SILKY BUTTERSTONE by @e__granat The story of two frenemies, a literary hoax, and what happens when you spend too much time writing alone in a cabin. PICTURE DAY by @thehilarysmith Uncomfortable revelations come to light while a couple takes engagement photos. **This screening will include a Q&A with the filmmakers. Link in bio to RSVP — no tickets at the door. Optional valet $15. Petits Salons is hosted by @jamesaaronoliver @darbygaellehannon and @sarah_carter_oxox presented by @cheshiremoonproductions and @blkbrdfilms ✨
A gentle night at Moon House finally looks like a warm bath, peppermint tea, a memoir, toast with honey and soft goat cheese, Joni Mitchell on vinyl, doors open to the garden, fresh lavender and eucalyptus drifting in with the breeze, a wood-burning fire, sauna, cold dip, and a whole lot of wild animal love. I have to pinch myself. I bought this home shortly before the pandemic, as the systems we had all taken for granted began breaking down and revealing deep cultural injustices. In a time of uncertainty and unsafety, Moon House became my attempt to build something grounding where I could reset my nervous system, where Alice could thrive and play with her friends, where we could bring our huge family together to celebrate, plant lemon trees, and welcome our community around what I value most: creativity, inclusivity, beauty, freedom, and healing. Then the fires hit, and I was forced to confront my faith in building something sacred while fully acknowledging its impermanence. Still, it became even clearer that before expanding any further in my career, I needed to deepen my roots and ground into a felt sense of integrity. I didn’t want to fly off anymore. My brother had recently passed. Grief and the pandemic taught me how much I cherished the slowness being home. Since directing In Her Name— becoming a producer, a writer, a community builder, and an even more devoted artist has been the ironic byproduct of focusing my energy on designing and renovating Moon House. Petits Salons has grown exponentially over the past year and a half, I’ve found an extraordinary tribe of actors to work with weekly in the theater, and the projects and people I’ve poured into have become more and more relevant. The expansion was so great that by the end of 2025, I experienced very real burnout, which I’m only now beginning to recover from. I share this because I believe self-care and devotion to personal peace take real courage when we are faced with so much violence and need for reform. One thing I’m learning to integrate into every moment is this: it will never be quite like this again. Slow down. Write the poem. Nothing is linear. Everything is connected. Make peace.
A gentle night at Moon House finally looks like a warm bath, peppermint tea, a memoir, toast with honey and soft goat cheese, Joni Mitchell on vinyl, doors open to the garden, fresh lavender and eucalyptus drifting in with the breeze, a wood-burning fire, sauna, cold dip, and a whole lot of wild animal love. I have to pinch myself. I bought this home shortly before the pandemic, as the systems we had all taken for granted began breaking down and revealing deep cultural injustices. In a time of uncertainty and unsafety, Moon House became my attempt to build something grounding where I could reset my nervous system, where Alice could thrive and play with her friends, where we could bring our huge family together to celebrate, plant lemon trees, and welcome our community around what I value most: creativity, inclusivity, beauty, freedom, and healing. Then the fires hit, and I was forced to confront my faith in building something sacred while fully acknowledging its impermanence. Still, it became even clearer that before expanding any further in my career, I needed to deepen my roots and ground into a felt sense of integrity. I didn’t want to fly off anymore. My brother had recently passed. Grief and the pandemic taught me how much I cherished the slowness being home. Since directing In Her Name— becoming a producer, a writer, a community builder, and an even more devoted artist has been the ironic byproduct of focusing my energy on designing and renovating Moon House. Petits Salons has grown exponentially over the past year and a half, I’ve found an extraordinary tribe of actors to work with weekly in the theater, and the projects and people I’ve poured into have become more and more relevant. The expansion was so great that by the end of 2025, I experienced very real burnout, which I’m only now beginning to recover from. I share this because I believe self-care and devotion to personal peace take real courage when we are faced with so much violence and need for reform. One thing I’m learning to integrate into every moment is this: it will never be quite like this again. Slow down. Write the poem. Nothing is linear. Everything is connected. Make peace.
A gentle night at Moon House finally looks like a warm bath, peppermint tea, a memoir, toast with honey and soft goat cheese, Joni Mitchell on vinyl, doors open to the garden, fresh lavender and eucalyptus drifting in with the breeze, a wood-burning fire, sauna, cold dip, and a whole lot of wild animal love. I have to pinch myself. I bought this home shortly before the pandemic, as the systems we had all taken for granted began breaking down and revealing deep cultural injustices. In a time of uncertainty and unsafety, Moon House became my attempt to build something grounding where I could reset my nervous system, where Alice could thrive and play with her friends, where we could bring our huge family together to celebrate, plant lemon trees, and welcome our community around what I value most: creativity, inclusivity, beauty, freedom, and healing. Then the fires hit, and I was forced to confront my faith in building something sacred while fully acknowledging its impermanence. Still, it became even clearer that before expanding any further in my career, I needed to deepen my roots and ground into a felt sense of integrity. I didn’t want to fly off anymore. My brother had recently passed. Grief and the pandemic taught me how much I cherished the slowness being home. Since directing In Her Name— becoming a producer, a writer, a community builder, and an even more devoted artist has been the ironic byproduct of focusing my energy on designing and renovating Moon House. Petits Salons has grown exponentially over the past year and a half, I’ve found an extraordinary tribe of actors to work with weekly in the theater, and the projects and people I’ve poured into have become more and more relevant. The expansion was so great that by the end of 2025, I experienced very real burnout, which I’m only now beginning to recover from. I share this because I believe self-care and devotion to personal peace take real courage when we are faced with so much violence and need for reform. One thing I’m learning to integrate into every moment is this: it will never be quite like this again. Slow down. Write the poem. Nothing is linear. Everything is connected. Make peace.
A gentle night at Moon House finally looks like a warm bath, peppermint tea, a memoir, toast with honey and soft goat cheese, Joni Mitchell on vinyl, doors open to the garden, fresh lavender and eucalyptus drifting in with the breeze, a wood-burning fire, sauna, cold dip, and a whole lot of wild animal love. I have to pinch myself. I bought this home shortly before the pandemic, as the systems we had all taken for granted began breaking down and revealing deep cultural injustices. In a time of uncertainty and unsafety, Moon House became my attempt to build something grounding where I could reset my nervous system, where Alice could thrive and play with her friends, where we could bring our huge family together to celebrate, plant lemon trees, and welcome our community around what I value most: creativity, inclusivity, beauty, freedom, and healing. Then the fires hit, and I was forced to confront my faith in building something sacred while fully acknowledging its impermanence. Still, it became even clearer that before expanding any further in my career, I needed to deepen my roots and ground into a felt sense of integrity. I didn’t want to fly off anymore. My brother had recently passed. Grief and the pandemic taught me how much I cherished the slowness being home. Since directing In Her Name— becoming a producer, a writer, a community builder, and an even more devoted artist has been the ironic byproduct of focusing my energy on designing and renovating Moon House. Petits Salons has grown exponentially over the past year and a half, I’ve found an extraordinary tribe of actors to work with weekly in the theater, and the projects and people I’ve poured into have become more and more relevant. The expansion was so great that by the end of 2025, I experienced very real burnout, which I’m only now beginning to recover from. I share this because I believe self-care and devotion to personal peace take real courage when we are faced with so much violence and need for reform. One thing I’m learning to integrate into every moment is this: it will never be quite like this again. Slow down. Write the poem. Nothing is linear. Everything is connected. Make peace.
A gentle night at Moon House finally looks like a warm bath, peppermint tea, a memoir, toast with honey and soft goat cheese, Joni Mitchell on vinyl, doors open to the garden, fresh lavender and eucalyptus drifting in with the breeze, a wood-burning fire, sauna, cold dip, and a whole lot of wild animal love. I have to pinch myself. I bought this home shortly before the pandemic, as the systems we had all taken for granted began breaking down and revealing deep cultural injustices. In a time of uncertainty and unsafety, Moon House became my attempt to build something grounding where I could reset my nervous system, where Alice could thrive and play with her friends, where we could bring our huge family together to celebrate, plant lemon trees, and welcome our community around what I value most: creativity, inclusivity, beauty, freedom, and healing. Then the fires hit, and I was forced to confront my faith in building something sacred while fully acknowledging its impermanence. Still, it became even clearer that before expanding any further in my career, I needed to deepen my roots and ground into a felt sense of integrity. I didn’t want to fly off anymore. My brother had recently passed. Grief and the pandemic taught me how much I cherished the slowness being home. Since directing In Her Name— becoming a producer, a writer, a community builder, and an even more devoted artist has been the ironic byproduct of focusing my energy on designing and renovating Moon House. Petits Salons has grown exponentially over the past year and a half, I’ve found an extraordinary tribe of actors to work with weekly in the theater, and the projects and people I’ve poured into have become more and more relevant. The expansion was so great that by the end of 2025, I experienced very real burnout, which I’m only now beginning to recover from. I share this because I believe self-care and devotion to personal peace take real courage when we are faced with so much violence and need for reform. One thing I’m learning to integrate into every moment is this: it will never be quite like this again. Slow down. Write the poem. Nothing is linear. Everything is connected. Make peace.
A gentle night at Moon House finally looks like a warm bath, peppermint tea, a memoir, toast with honey and soft goat cheese, Joni Mitchell on vinyl, doors open to the garden, fresh lavender and eucalyptus drifting in with the breeze, a wood-burning fire, sauna, cold dip, and a whole lot of wild animal love. I have to pinch myself. I bought this home shortly before the pandemic, as the systems we had all taken for granted began breaking down and revealing deep cultural injustices. In a time of uncertainty and unsafety, Moon House became my attempt to build something grounding where I could reset my nervous system, where Alice could thrive and play with her friends, where we could bring our huge family together to celebrate, plant lemon trees, and welcome our community around what I value most: creativity, inclusivity, beauty, freedom, and healing. Then the fires hit, and I was forced to confront my faith in building something sacred while fully acknowledging its impermanence. Still, it became even clearer that before expanding any further in my career, I needed to deepen my roots and ground into a felt sense of integrity. I didn’t want to fly off anymore. My brother had recently passed. Grief and the pandemic taught me how much I cherished the slowness being home. Since directing In Her Name— becoming a producer, a writer, a community builder, and an even more devoted artist has been the ironic byproduct of focusing my energy on designing and renovating Moon House. Petits Salons has grown exponentially over the past year and a half, I’ve found an extraordinary tribe of actors to work with weekly in the theater, and the projects and people I’ve poured into have become more and more relevant. The expansion was so great that by the end of 2025, I experienced very real burnout, which I’m only now beginning to recover from. I share this because I believe self-care and devotion to personal peace take real courage when we are faced with so much violence and need for reform. One thing I’m learning to integrate into every moment is this: it will never be quite like this again. Slow down. Write the poem. Nothing is linear. Everything is connected. Make peace.
Our partnership with Corston has felt aligned from the beginning, a natural extension of how we approached designing our home. Each Corston piece was engineered in-house with an extraordinary level of care. Their lighting hardware strikes a unique balance between form and function, feeling enduring rather than trend-led. Corston switch plates and sockets are woven through nearly every room in Moon House, each selected with purpose. From classic toggles to easy-glide dimmers, their range allows each space to respond intuitively to how it’s lived in. The antique brass finish adds warmth and a subtle shimmer that elevates the surrounding architecture. Sophisticated, tactile, and impeccably crafted @corstonarchitecturaldetail has become integral to the experience of Moon House. Moon House is a Creative Living and Home Design Project by @sarah_carter_oxox with @kelseyraelansdowne @cheshiremoonproductions
Over the holidays, we caught up with @____janesmith____ of @regem_co in the early stages of her home renovation. Jane has been following #MoonHouse and wanted to learn more about some of the vendors and materials we’ve been showcasing throughout the build. We loved swapping ideas and hope we can continue to help her refresh her own kitchen and outdoor living spaces. In return, she’s offering her expert eye for a much-needed jewelry edit— a creative exchange we are truly grateful for. Moon House is a Creative Living and Home Design Project by @sarah_carter_oxox with @kelseyraelansdowne produced by @cheshiremoonproductions #circulardesign #homerenovation #womensupportingwomen #interiordesign #wereinthistogether
Happy New Moon! Our @cheshiremoonproductions newsletter just landed in your inbox— a reflection on Moon House and our family of collaborators. As Venus enters Aquarius we are encouraged to bring our attention to the partnerships and spaces that have empowered and inspired us with safety and reciprocity. “When we join forces and share with each other we can create a much more vibrant and inclusive future.” @mysticmamma We are so grateful for our collaborators and thank you all for sticking with us throughout this journey. With love and devotion to our next phase together… ~ S ~ oxox
Happy New Moon! Our @cheshiremoonproductions newsletter just landed in your inbox— a reflection on Moon House and our family of collaborators. As Venus enters Aquarius we are encouraged to bring our attention to the partnerships and spaces that have empowered and inspired us with safety and reciprocity. “When we join forces and share with each other we can create a much more vibrant and inclusive future.” @mysticmamma We are so grateful for our collaborators and thank you all for sticking with us throughout this journey. With love and devotion to our next phase together… ~ S ~ oxox
Happy New Moon! Our @cheshiremoonproductions newsletter just landed in your inbox— a reflection on Moon House and our family of collaborators. As Venus enters Aquarius we are encouraged to bring our attention to the partnerships and spaces that have empowered and inspired us with safety and reciprocity. “When we join forces and share with each other we can create a much more vibrant and inclusive future.” @mysticmamma We are so grateful for our collaborators and thank you all for sticking with us throughout this journey. With love and devotion to our next phase together… ~ S ~ oxox
Happy New Moon! Our @cheshiremoonproductions newsletter just landed in your inbox— a reflection on Moon House and our family of collaborators. As Venus enters Aquarius we are encouraged to bring our attention to the partnerships and spaces that have empowered and inspired us with safety and reciprocity. “When we join forces and share with each other we can create a much more vibrant and inclusive future.” @mysticmamma We are so grateful for our collaborators and thank you all for sticking with us throughout this journey. With love and devotion to our next phase together… ~ S ~ oxox
Happy New Moon! Our @cheshiremoonproductions newsletter just landed in your inbox— a reflection on Moon House and our family of collaborators. As Venus enters Aquarius we are encouraged to bring our attention to the partnerships and spaces that have empowered and inspired us with safety and reciprocity. “When we join forces and share with each other we can create a much more vibrant and inclusive future.” @mysticmamma We are so grateful for our collaborators and thank you all for sticking with us throughout this journey. With love and devotion to our next phase together… ~ S ~ oxox
Happy New Moon! Our @cheshiremoonproductions newsletter just landed in your inbox— a reflection on Moon House and our family of collaborators. As Venus enters Aquarius we are encouraged to bring our attention to the partnerships and spaces that have empowered and inspired us with safety and reciprocity. “When we join forces and share with each other we can create a much more vibrant and inclusive future.” @mysticmamma We are so grateful for our collaborators and thank you all for sticking with us throughout this journey. With love and devotion to our next phase together… ~ S ~ oxox
Happy New Moon! Our @cheshiremoonproductions newsletter just landed in your inbox— a reflection on Moon House and our family of collaborators. As Venus enters Aquarius we are encouraged to bring our attention to the partnerships and spaces that have empowered and inspired us with safety and reciprocity. “When we join forces and share with each other we can create a much more vibrant and inclusive future.” @mysticmamma We are so grateful for our collaborators and thank you all for sticking with us throughout this journey. With love and devotion to our next phase together… ~ S ~ oxox
Happy New Moon! Our @cheshiremoonproductions newsletter just landed in your inbox— a reflection on Moon House and our family of collaborators. As Venus enters Aquarius we are encouraged to bring our attention to the partnerships and spaces that have empowered and inspired us with safety and reciprocity. “When we join forces and share with each other we can create a much more vibrant and inclusive future.” @mysticmamma We are so grateful for our collaborators and thank you all for sticking with us throughout this journey. With love and devotion to our next phase together… ~ S ~ oxox
Happy New Moon! Our @cheshiremoonproductions newsletter just landed in your inbox— a reflection on Moon House and our family of collaborators. As Venus enters Aquarius we are encouraged to bring our attention to the partnerships and spaces that have empowered and inspired us with safety and reciprocity. “When we join forces and share with each other we can create a much more vibrant and inclusive future.” @mysticmamma We are so grateful for our collaborators and thank you all for sticking with us throughout this journey. With love and devotion to our next phase together… ~ S ~ oxox
Happy New Moon! Our @cheshiremoonproductions newsletter just landed in your inbox— a reflection on Moon House and our family of collaborators. As Venus enters Aquarius we are encouraged to bring our attention to the partnerships and spaces that have empowered and inspired us with safety and reciprocity. “When we join forces and share with each other we can create a much more vibrant and inclusive future.” @mysticmamma We are so grateful for our collaborators and thank you all for sticking with us throughout this journey. With love and devotion to our next phase together… ~ S ~ oxox
The moment I discovered Lo&Co’s Luna half-moon pulls, I knew they belonged in Moon House. Filmmaking has taught me to notice and appreciate the subtleties, and I’ve carried that same approach into our renovation. Lo&Co’s hardware elevates and defines each space. Every lever and pull turns a passing moment into something beautiful. The details really do make all the difference in the way this home feels. I’m so grateful to have partnered with @loandcointeriors. Installation by @superiorhomeremods Design collaboration by @lestrange_living Produced by @kelseyraelansdowne & @sarah_carter_oxox @cheshiremoonproductions
No one is free until we are all free.
Caption: Episode 11 of #MoonHouse is here featuring Bing @stoneguardsocal who has brought ease and peace of mind to Moon House with their seamless, nearly invisible protective film designed for stone surfaces. Rooted in Japanese innovation and installed by a local LA team, they’ve preserved the beauty of our @tristoneandtile marble countertops while allowing us to enjoy everyday life (and its inevitable messes) without worry. #HomeRenovation #BeforeAndAfter #RenovationProject #Remodeling #InteriorRenovation #RenovationInspiration #HomeImprovement #InteriorDesign #HomeDesign #HomeDecor #HomeDecorating #HomeDecorIdeas #Moon #CheshireMoon #BrandPartner
It’s been a very busy week at Moon House, here’s a glimpse of the magic in motion. #HomeRenovation #BeforeAndAfter #RenovationProject #Remodeling #InteriorRenovation #RenovationInspiration #HomeImprovement #InteriorDesign #HomeDesign #HomeDecor #HomeDecorating #HomeDecorIdeas #Moon #CheshireMoon
To me, owning the vision doesn’t mean micromanaging every detail. It means holding the dream steady while letting the team bring their genius—and being open to how the process changes me and each collaborator as we move through it together. Big thanks to my team @lestrange_living @kelseyraelansdowne @superiorhomeremods @bixbydesigngroup and to our incredible brand partners: @studioluddite @twentyonetonnes @corstonarchitecturaldetail , @reclaimedwoodsource, @woodworking.masters, and @miandgeihardware. You’ve shaped not just this house, but also the way I invest in people and their potential as CEO @cheshiremoonproductions. This project stretched me in ways I never expected. Building Moon House has been a crash course in leadership—holding the vision, trusting the team, and staying steady even when things felt uncertain. I had no idea renovating my home would teach me so much about protecting my family, balancing budgets and timelines, collaborating with passionate artists, and still insisting on the highest possible creative vision. Every true creative process invites in a force bigger than any one of us. We’re in this together—and I’m so grateful you’re here for it. We’re in the home stretch. I can’t wait to share how it all comes together in real time. #MoonHouse #HomeRenovation #InteriorDesign #Collaboration #BrandPartner
