Apparently chaos is my new Christmas tradition. Last year, I was due with Baby Ice on December 28th – though he granted my holiday wish and waited until after the New Year to arrive. This year, I’ve decided to up the ante and bookend the holidays with a move and the launch of a new[…]
From White to Bright: Colorful Home Decor
pink empire chairs / pillows / ottomans / rattan chairs / game table / rug / sconces / elephant stool / paint color / fabric Since we’re in the throes of yet another house renovation, I’ve been on the hunt for home décor in all its many iterations – from paint and wallpaper to accessories[…]
Pretty Hostess Gift Idea
Since we’re in the midst of yet another house renovation, I’m more attuned to home decor than usual. As a child of the 80s, I hold a special place in my heart for marbled splatterware so when I came across these speckled olive oil jugs from DolceTerra.com in one of the millions of decor magazines[…]
The Well-Stocked Starter Bar
Wintry Mulled Wine Serves 4 Note: Do not cook the wine in an aluminum pot since the alcohol can react with the aluminum, causing a metallic taste. Use a stainless steel or ceramic glazed pot – even Teflon will do. For a large gathering, triple or quadruple this recipe and serve, re-warmed from a punch[…]
Meals, Steals and Discounts
Get more for your money with these shopping, dining and traveling discounts NY’s New Baking Examiner has posted a round up of Manhattan bakery-treats for under $1. Just like the olden days! Over at Daily Candy, America’s on Sale, all of it. Go “glamping” in Montana at Paw’s Up; wine taste in Mendocino; or learn[…]