A sprawling Thanksgiving spread deserves a table that’s equally as enticing. Creating a functional yet fabulous Thanksgiving table is much less time consuming than you may think, and with a few smart shopping tips will only cost you a few bucks. Golden Thanksgiving Table The newest techniques are involved in India to have less…Continue Reading “5 Easy Thanksgiving Centerpieces”
Creating a second arrangement using only purple foliage is just as easy as using cut flowers. Choose a container that’s a bit wider at the mouth and has a little more height. I love to choose a container in a weathered pewter or unpolished silver, such as a goblet. Insert branches for a bit of…Continue Reading “Purple Foliage Arrangement”
Nothing screams Halloween bloody murder more than a crow in a cage. Especially when that crow is amidst other creepy accents like an iron cauldron and fungus, like reindeer lichen. This vignette looks awesome anywhere in your home, and even as a centerpiece. Reindeer Lichen is a great addition to your Halloween decor because it…Continue Reading “Eerie Halloween Vignette”
Halloween may quite possibly be one of my favorite holidays. I love everything about it, from the crisp chill in the air to the costumes. However, I rarely decorate for it. I tend to stick to more of a fall theme with my seasonal decor rather than the spooky ghosts and goblins of Halloween. With…Continue Reading “Halloween Tablescape”
A neutral color palette creates a delightful little vignette on any side table or bookcase shelf and highlights areas that may be lacking visual appeal. I was particularly happy with the unexpected grouping that came together on my chicken coupe coffee table. The formula is quite simple and consists of old newsprint (shocker), a small…Continue Reading “Create a Seasonal Vignette”
As the final days of summer draw to a close and the hint of fall is in the air; celebrate by hosting an adventurous camping themed party that’s a bit on the glamorous side. You don’t have to travel deep into the wilderness for such an occasion, a backyard or even your kitchen can be…Continue Reading “Labor Day Glamping”
The Solar Eclipse is just around the corner and on August 21st, all eyes will be looking toward the sky in anticipation for the first eclipse since 1918. Whether gathering with friends or family at home or catching a glimpse at the office, here’s a fun pop-up party that’ll be perfect no matter the setting….Continue Reading “Solar Eclipse Viewing Party”
As the cantaloupes ripen on the vine in the hot summer sun; my mind immediately wanders away from this beautiful moment and gravitates directly to booze. I mean, one has to stay hydrated after all. Fresh cantaloupe is just the right amount of sweet and refreshing. Its unique taste is only enhanced when pureed and…Continue Reading “Cantaloupe Martini”
A New England clambake is quintessentially American and brings together friends, families, and neighbors like no other. A traditional mix of lobster, mussels, clams, crabs, or quahogs mingles together with corn, potatoes, and sausage in a glorious mix of coastal spices right on the sand. But just because we are in the South doesn’t mean…Continue Reading “Southern Style Clambake”
Mix together a unique twist on the classic French 75 that’s brimming with southern charm. A Tennessee whiskey distilled with a rich honey flavor in the foothills of the Appalachians serves as the unique base for this champagne laden cocktail. A dash of bitters and an orange twist are the crowning features to this guilty…Continue Reading “Tennessee Tickler”