A boring dessert is for the birds. For your next Spring party, create a mini butterscotch birds nest, laden with delicate cake eggs that are chocolate covered in just the right shade of Robin’s Egg Blue. Since most of the components are pre-packaged, whipping them up is a cinch. Which leaves plenty of time for…Continue Reading “Butterscotch Bird’s Nest”
Custom napkin rings are one of the easiest ways to create a themed or seasonal table. With little more than a paper towel roll, you can craft up some serious style. Fabric remnants in bright, bold colors really capture that Spring vibe. A single yard of fabric with make well over a dozen rings and…Continue Reading “DIY Napkin Rings”
Make sure your table is set not only with fabulous food this Easter, but also lots of bright pastels, cheery spring blossoms, and of course, a bunny or two. The real star of my Easter table may also be the cheesiest. I came across this vintage table cloth loaded with fuzzy bunnies, baby chicks, and…Continue Reading “Eggcellent Easter Table”
One product of any renovation is an abundance of sawdust. Depending on the cut there are even varying grades of sawdust from fine to heavily grainy. After much deliberation on what exactly to do with all of this “dust”, I finally settled on a bit of Easter decor. I love the contrast of the golden…Continue Reading “Sawdust Eggs”
Leftover egg shells have so much more potential than heading to the compost or trash can. They can easily become adorable mini place card holders and the ideal way get that Springtime vibe. Small eggs, candies, or even old timepieces make great takeaways for guests. Pair them with floral dinnerware for that extra bit of…Continue Reading “Egg Shell Place Cards”
Looking for that extra bit of spa-like feel in your bathroom? Create a custom bathtub caddy to keep all of those luxurious bath essentials at your fingertips. From a glass of wine to essential oils, everything will have a nice resting spot with this ingenious addition. Wooden caddies can be found at any home goods…Continue Reading “Build a Bathtub Caddy”
Green is the eternal color of the Irish and also for their patron saint, St. Patrick. But green is not only for wearing on St. Patty’s Day to safeguard against a stout pinch. In the words of Pedro Calderon de la Barca, “Green is the prime color of the world, and that from which its…Continue Reading “St. Patrick’s Day Decor”
I love a good collection. Believe me; I have many. Possibly even borderline hoarder, but it can’t be considered hoarding if it’s decent stuff, right? One of my all time favorite things to collect is vintage table linens. I guess it just comes with the territory. Table linens can be found in just about…Continue Reading “Collecting Vintage Linens”
It should come as no surprise that I’m not a huge football lover. In fact, the only redeeming aspect of a game is, well, the party. Ain’t nothing wrong with a little social interaction, some super fattening appetizers, and of course a little booze. Superbowl Sunday is absolutely the perfect occasion for all of the…Continue Reading “Last minute Super Bowl Party”
How about a little more happy in your happy hour? Spice up a winters day with a refreshing make-ahead sangria, that’s loaded with sweet fruit flavor and all of the spices of the season. Ideal for intimate gatherings or large-scale events, this sangria is the perfect summer inspired treat! RECIPE: 2 bottles white wine, 1.5…Continue Reading “Winter Spice Sangria”