1 Corinthians 13:4-5: “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.” When I think of life, I think of how fragile it can be and…
DIY Flower Crowns :: Using Real + Faux Blooms
She was a bit like Spring; wild as the wind and fickle as the weather, but her love ran deep as the tree roots. Spring is here! When Mother Nature is once again awaken from her slumber of rest and solace. Emerging from the quiet darkness, to shine and brighten the world with its colorful…
A Peppa Pig “Muddy Puddles” 2nd Birthday
If you are jumping up and down in Muddy Puddles, you must wear your boots! – Peppa Pig What do you do when a little darling is turning two and obsessed with Peppa Pig and her gang, but you don’t want to create a celebration that looks, well, completely bought from the party store?? You…
A Baby Shower Inspired by Peter Rabbit stories with a Dessert Swing handmade by Dada
First came a winter garden bridal shower, then a classic romantic Spring wedding, and now we welcome the new year with the arrival of Vanessa and Al’s sweet baby girl, Penelope!! If you’ve seen my previous events with Vanessa, you know she loves her personal touches, and there was no shortage of sweet and unique…
A Bright & Colorful LEGOland 5th Birthday
I’m interrupting your cozy Autumn vibes to throw it back to summer and this brightly colored LEGO inspired 5th birthday. With giant building blocks, adorable themed desserts and even a waterslide fit for a theme park — we created Olivia’s very own fun LegoLand!! This is certainly the most colorful and vibrant event I’ve styled. Where…
d’Anjou Pear + Marmelade Tart
I confess, I much prefer a pear tart over any form of a pear pie. The thinly baked slices of honey like pear, often layered atop a thing layer of the seasonal jam of choice, the mid autumn, well into winter, it’s Marmalade. I quite like Quince marmalade, particularly when it’s homemade, and even better…
Autumn Inspiration :: Honoring the Season’s Textures + Warm Golden Hues
I took my first trip to Vermont this weekend, a quick short non-sightseeing trip to celebrate a college friend’s gorgeous late summer sunset wedding atop a beautiful Vermont mountain. But it took this charming trip and a quaint Sunday drive before returning home, to appreciate just how much every shade of red is necessary and…
Autumn Vibes :: Golden Dessert Sunset
I might have a hard time whenever Autumn comes around because I know that right behind it, quickly comes a season where Mother Nature is bare in our neck of the woods. I miss gazing and taking a walk within the garden to see the rose bushes flourishing or the vegetables and herbs still thriving….
Simple Holiday Tricks || Creating Your Own Foraged Autumn Centerpiece with Grocery Store Blooms
When it comes to entertaining and Life Itself, I think we’re all on board for “Niksen”, the Dutch concept of as simple as, well, doing nothing. The Dutch motto for the joy of doing nothing, I guess very similar to the Italian saying “Il Dolce Far Niente”. And I’m all for it! I mentioned it…
Floral Inspiration :: Natural Carefree Beauty of Peonies
To think a few short weeks ago, we were just beginning to revel at the sights, scents and warmth of Summer. And now August is quickly approaching and making its carefree, hot and sultry mark. But let’s go back to those sweet days of June when Peonies of all varieties, were at their peak, bloom…
