It is the 4th week back at school and my children are settling into the routine of homework and early mornings nicely. This year both of my kids eat lunch at school EXTREMELY early so they are starving when they got off the bus in the afternoon. I am always on the look out for… Read More Easy No-Bake Cheerio Bars
My family and I have been in our new house for just under 6 months and we are finally feeling settled in. While the majority of the big home projects (backyard, pool, guest rooms, etc) are now finished, there are still a number of smaller ones that need attended to. Case in point, the master… Read More Handbag Storage: An Easy and Affordable Way to Store Your Purses
Last weekend, my friend and I drove into Atlanta to attend a candle making workshop at Candlefish, an extraordinary boutique candle shop located inside the historic Ponce City Market. This store not only sells unique candles and accessories but also offers a variety of lessons and classes in house. I walked into this workshop knowing… Read More Candle Making 101: Creating My First Candle at Candlefish
Though we are in the dog days of August, the fashion industry is already well into it’s fall fashion push. Every store, from couture to consignment is full of cold weather animal print pieces. Some people consider leopard a neutral; I think it is the new black. Animal print can be worn fancy or casual,… Read More A Walk on the Wild Side: 7 Must Have Leopard Print Pieces to Wear Right Now & How to Style Them for Fall
We have been in our new house for just under 6 months. While the necessary rooms have been furnished (kitchen, bedrooms, living room, and dining room), there were two completely empty rooms in our house. Our formal sitting room and formal dining room had not one piece of furniture in them. In a way, it… Read More My Formal Sitting Room Reveal
Potato side dishes can be so bland and boring, both in flavor and presentation. That is what makes this recipe so unique; roasted red potatoes, crispy onions, tangy mustard, and fresh thyme are a feast for the eyes and palate. This dish is simple to make and pairs great with both meat and fish. This… Read More Roasted Baby Potatoes with Thyme & Mustard
Sprucing up your home does not need to be expensive. There are plenty of affordable ways to add color, pattern, and style to a room IF you know where to look. Today, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale goes public. I want to share some chic and affordable items from this sale that can help update your… Read More Update Your Home without Breaking the Bank: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Finds Under $30
Summertime is perfect for parties. Longer daylight hours, warmer weather, and the relaxed vibe of the season makes this such a prime time for soirées and get togethers. But that warm weather we all love so much, can definitely put a damper on entertaining. Especially when the temperatures make it too hot to cook or… Read More Too Hot to Cook? Make these 3 Delicious Appetizers (no oven required)!
Proscuitto is an Italian dry-cured ham that is usually sliced thin and served uncooked. The contrast of the salty ham, sweet cantaloupe, and savory basil, make each bite of this appetizer delicious and complex.
Caprese salad is a popular dish in restaurants and homes alike. Cherry tomatoes are in season in late June so this dish is extra delicious when these healthy nutrient dense superfoods are at their peak. I like to use small mozzarella balls (called bocconcini or ciliegne and can be found in the cheese section at… Read More Caprese Skewers
