Valentine’s Day is all about chocolate, so why not celebrate with something extra chocolatey! This year, instead of the standard heart shaped box of chocolates, I decided to make something truly unique. A chocolate truffle tree! It was simple to make and turned out absolutely amazing. Maybe this year you try something new as well. …
I have always had a fascination with Staffordshire dog figurines. This is before I even knew what they were called or what they were all about. I would often see them used in magazines which featured high end homes, at estate sales, antique shops, on Pinterest, etc. I would ask myself, “what are they called? …
I visited Paris in 2012, and I literally fell in love with the ambiance. The Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Arc de Triomphe were all stunning, but all the charming cafés really drew me in. The delicious coffee, tea, desserts and decadent pastries served in fanciful settings were complete heaven. Drinking coffee and eating a baguette, …
Halloween is right around the corner! Are you hosting a Halloween party? Are you invited to a Halloween gathering and want to bring something that will wow family and friends? Or maybe the kids are bored and want to do something out of the ordinary to express their love for the spooky season. In the …
September is a beautiful time of year in Michigan. It is one of my favorite months in terms of weather because although there are still warm days, the mornings and evenings bring in cool crisp air. It’s not quite summer anymore, but it isn’t yet full blown fall. September is considered a transition month. It …
In recent years, you probably have noticed that yellow gold has risen to popularity again. You now see more and more yellow gold jewelry. You also see gold used for wedding decor, home accents, tablescapes, and interior design projects. Gold is all the rage! Although trendy, gold is also considered timeless and classic. An ideal …
Do you want to raise the bar on your home entertaining? Create tablescapes that will wow your guests? If so, then adding an elegant table runner may be the way to go! What will a table runner do for me you may ask. Table runners are used for both decorative and practical purposes. For example, …
French toile de Jouy is my favorite pattern. I think because it always seems to make things look more sophisticated and elegant. The detailed motifs and pastoral scenes really draw you in and evoke a sense of romance. Because of this French toile de Jouy is really popular for both decorating and fashion, especially among …
It is five ‘clock somewhere and you know what that means. Whether it is cocktails, mocktails, or a cup of tea, it is time for a drink. And not just an ordinary drink, a pretty drink! Whether you are hosting guests, entertaining your kids or you simply want to indulge by sipping on an Instagram …
I recently stumbled upon these stunning plates by Sweese on Amazon. I just couldn’t resist the arctic blue ring design on the plate’s circumference. I thought the intricate design resembled the iris of an eye. I think this is what drew me in. The plates were unique, not like anything I’ve ever seen before. See …