French Roulotte, Gypsy Caravans Remade

How cool is this? It is called a Roulotte, a french word for caravan or trailer which can be traced back to old circuses. Here, French interior decorator, Jeanne Bayol remakes them into beautiful and unique garden hideaways  I would love to have … Continue reading

vintage style statement necklace… yes please!!

Vintage upcycled pieces come together to make one of a kind statement necklaces and bracelets in the etsy shop Modulation Jewelry. I really like these eclectic pieces and would actually love to make a few of my own! These would look … Continue reading

how to tie a bow… and what I am doing this afternoon

Okay I know it’s not thaaaat hard to tie a bow, but don’t you ever wonder how some people’s gifts look amazingly wrapped and then say “well maybe next year”…. if you are still working on wrapping, like me, here are a … Continue reading

buying vintage for Christmas

The countdown has begun only 14 days left until Christmas! So if you still have to get through your list, consider buying vintage! This little golden book I spied while downtown yesterday will make a perfect gift topper for “baby’s … Continue reading

five holiday mocktails to try

Need a holiday mocktail recipe for your guests who aren’t into drinking alcohol? It’s always kind to have alternatives at any party, try one of these five recipes! 1. Sparkling spritzer ½ cup Pinot Noir non alcoholic sparkling wine soda … Continue reading

Holiday cocktails to serve

Whether you are in the mood for Gingerbread, Chocolate, Cranberry or Champagne this holiday… I’ve got it all here in some great holiday cocktail recipes to serve to your guests; or yourself if it’s all too stressful already 😉 Cranberry … Continue reading

Christmas sweets to bake this weekend

Just in case you don’t have enough yummies sitting around your house already or need something to bake for a holiday party… these look GREAT.. I want to try all of them but I may end up eating a bit too much. … Continue reading

7 new ideas for gift wrapping this holiday season

1. All white with burlap 2. paper cupcake holders as flowers, can easily be done in Christmas hues 3. doilies, newspaper and ribbon  4. fabric animals 5. themed gift wrapping, find a holder within your theme 6. take a cue … Continue reading

gifts to bring your Thanksgiving host or hostess

Traveling this Thanksgiving? Well don’t forget a little something for the host or hostess! I am going to my sister’s house so I am planning to make her this awesome fruit turkey gobbler courtesy of Crunchy Peas. Here are some sweet ideas other … Continue reading

best holiday pies

pumpkin cream pie

Today lets talk about pie! I want to share three holiday pie recipes from Martha Stewart that I have grown to love. Martha Stewart’s recipes are intense sometimes but they are always, in my opinion, worth the extra effort. Most … Continue reading