Haven Huddle Program

Stacy Ling is the author of the book The Bricks ’n Blooms Guide to a Beautiful and Easy Care Flower Garden and a blogger who writes the blog Bricks ’n Blooms from her 1850 farmhouse located in zone 6b northern New Jersey. She is a master gardener who’s been gardening for over 25 years and enjoys sharing her passion to help beginners find their inner green thumb, as well as discover a love for all things plants and flowers. Stacy loves to bring the outdoors inside her home and decorates with a comfy, casual, and cottagecore style. She has appeared on LIVE with Kelly and Mark and HGTV’s Househunters and has been featured in Horticulture Magazine, Fine Gardening, Better Homes and Gardens, People, Garden Design and CBS.

In 2012 Brooke Cribbs took a huge leap of faith relocating from Delaware, OH to Charleston, SC with her husband and then two little girls. In 2015 Brooke went to her first Haven conference and in 2016 Brooke took another huge leap of faith. Brooke decided it was time to (finally) leave her Federal job of 13 years to start Cribbs Style. The goal of Cribbs Style is to empower others to tackle the chaos of life one organizing and DIY project at a time. Through her blogging career she has been fortunate to not only work with brands, become a Brand Ambassador, and also be featured in American Farmhouse Style Magazine. Brooke loves to break down the barriers and fear associated with power tools and DIY projects. She also loves to come up with out of the box ideas on making our homes and lives more efficient.  Aside for her love of organizing and DIY, Brooke loves spending time with her family, snuggling with her 4 puppies, all things Disney, and time relaxing near the lake.

Juliet Abeille is the founder behind the shop Loverly Cottage and the creative force driving the blog A Loverly Life. With a passion for vintage charm and French Cottage design, Juliet embarked on a journey of restoration and transformation, breathing new life into antique and vintage furniture. Through Loverly Cottage, she curated collections that blended timeless elegance with cozy accents for sale in her store and at markets around the midwest, ultimately defining her signature French Cozy Cottage style.

Candice is the lifestyle content creator and designer behind Smiles and Pearls. What started out as a fashion blog, Candice pivoted to lifestyle content during the pandemic and never looked back! You can always find her sharing her daily life from having day dates with her husband and sweet weenie dog Luca, taking on a DIY project, traveling, making her house a home, or designing her next airbnb. 

Lauren is a dynamic content creator, DIY enthusiast, and lover of all things home with a passion for teaching and educating. She has inspired and empowered countless individuals to transform their homes into personal oases of comfort and unique style. Lauren’s work has been featured in publications like Better Homes and Gardens, Apartment Therapy, and The Washington Post. Her accessible approach to design, cooking, and DIY, coupled with her infectious enthusiasm, make her an invaluable resource for anyone looking to create a space that is uniquely theirs. In her free time Lauren enjoys traveling, and spending time with her husband, 4 year old daughter, and rescue dog, Chief.

Chica and Jo are fearless DIYers and longtime besties who love to create unique and budget-friendly projects that inspire others. From home decor to parties to major renovations, they strive for extraordinary and never back down from a challenge. These two women combined their career skills (Chica is a programmer and Jo a marketer) almost 15 years ago to form a partnership to share their creative passions on a blog. Since then, they’ve grown their business to include physical and digital products, ad revenue, and content sponsorships. The key to their success has always been to pivot when necessary, and they have learned numerous lessons to help them run a successful business that now supports them both full time. They are excited to share their knowledge and experience with you!

Renae Frey is a professional interior designer with a keen eye for design and a passion for all things French Country and elegant country living. Renae has made a name for herself, not only as a designer and boutique owner, but as an author and magazine columnist as well. Formerly known for her enchanting Peacock Ridge Farm, Renae has recently pivoted her business to launch French_Country_Decor — a haven where rustic charm meets elegant sophistication. From cozy farmhouse accents to exquisite vintage inspired finds, her online boutique offers a curated collection of French Country treasures that inspire and delight.

Jessi is an avid DIY-er who loves design and decor. She lives in the Midwest with her husband, their three children, and two dogs.  On weekends you’ll find Jessi at the soccer fields, on a local adventure with the family, knee-deep in a home project, or writing her next blog post. She loves learning new things and sharing these skills with others interested in tackling projects around the home, big and small. After getting married and moving every 2-3 years, Jessi began documenting the process of purchasing houses sight unseen and how she turned them into a home suited for her family’s needs; this is how @thegoodwrench eventually came to life.

Torie is the content creator behind ScotsHill House. Located in the suburb of Dallas, TX, ScotsHill House was born out of her love for creating pretty spaces on a budget. She loves to add personal touches to her home through DIY and Home Décor. A wife and mom of three, Torie is a tax consultant by day and loves working on her DIY projects as a fun getaway from her 9-5.