Dare I say I love Easter more than Christmas? I think it's easy to get caught up in every holiday as the seasons roll around, yet I do find myself loving Easter more and more. There is an ease in the season without the winter obligations of holiday parties and endless gift-giving. The extra daylight ...
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
I love Valentine's Day gifts that are festive for the holiday yet can also be enjoyed year-round. I certainly don't shy away from pink throughout the year, but Valentine's Day makes giving and receiving anything pink extra special. I'd just grin ear-to-ear each time I pulled out that beautiful pink ...
Round-Up of Holidays Past
Christmas is rapidly approaching-- I think we can refer to the countdown in hours now rather than days. Are you ready? My gifts are wrapped and sent off so today I plan to stay in the kitchen making my family's traditional food, kolache and pierogi, with perhaps a detour for lunch. Here are a few ...
How To Create a Holiday Flower Arrangement
Last week I had the opportunity to show you the inside scoop of my favorite florist in town, Bloomsbury Blooms. I spent an afternoon there chatting with the owner, Dallas Wildeve, and learning all about her sweet shop and flowers. I was amazed at her beautiful creations that appeared both effortless ...
Plaid + Lace
The best piece of entertaining advice I ever read was to set the table at least a day, if not a few days, in advance. Get all of the plates, silverware, glasses, and serving pieces out. Everything except water in the glasses! Utilizing this one simple invaluable tip has saved me time, stress, and ...
