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CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE 2024: FOR THE LADIES
Sharing a few pretty picks for the hostess/entertainer, design lover and homebody today! Whether you’re shopping for your momma, your bestie or just looking for some ideas for your own Christmas list, here is my roundup for this year! From a gorgeous burl wood tray and a chic throw to the most beautiful olive oil…
CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE 2024: FOR THE GUYS
I’m kicking off my Christmas gift guides with some ideas for the gents, since they are notoriously the hardest people on the list to shop for! Many of these are items I’ve bought in the past for my own hubby (or brothers or my dad) and there are a few on here that I’m considering…
A ROUNDUP OF THOUGHTFUL HOSTESS GIFT IDEAS FOR THE HOLIDAYS
The holiday season is officially in full swing and I, for one, couldn’t be more excited to host! It really is the most wonderful time of the year and I always look forward to getting together with family, friends and neighbors. Just as important as the get togethers themselves, though, are the little gifts to…
HOW TO PAINT A LAMP SHADE
I’m in the middle of giving my entry a little refresh and one of the items on my list of to-do’s has been to replace the drum shades on the marble lamps currently residing on the table. I’ve been on the hunt for black empire shades and have lost count of how many I’ve ordered…
A SIMPLE BUT AMAZING CHOCOLATE CHIP CAKE RECIPE
The holidays are right around the corner and it’s never a bad idea to have a quick and easy dessert recipe up your sleeve to bring along to dinner, get togethers or even cocktails with friends and family. This recipe is a favorite that my mom always whipped up super quickly and would bring along…
FAVORITE, ELEVATED ENTERTAINING + EVERY DAY BASICS
I have touched on this quite a bit in many blog posts, but over the years, I’ve pared down all of my every day and entertaining basics to pieces that are as beautiful as they are utilitarian – pieces that are perfect for every day, but also elevate special occasions and holidays effortlessly. Simple white…
CHIC, BUDGET-FRIENDLY DESIGN FINDS FROM A SURPRISING SOURCE
A couple days ago, a few design finds popped up into my feed while scrolling Instagram and I was shocked to discover they were from Bed, Bath and Beyond! Browsing big box retail chains is a lot like searching for a needle in a haystack , and if I’m being honest, it isn’t the first…
GET THE LOOK: SAG HARBOR SEA CAPTAIN’S COTTAGE
It’s no secret I have a mild love affair with the work of interior designer Steven Gambrel. If you guys have been hanging around here for a while, you know his sea captain’s cottage in Sag Harbor is an absolute favorite of mine, one that I am always drawing inspiration from and one that I’m…
CHIC DECOR + ENTERTAINING FINDS FROM AMAZON
While I’ve always preferred to highlight products from small businesses both online and locally, it’s inevitable that some finds from Amazon make their way into some of my roundups. I do not have an Amazon shop, nor do I have any intentions of creating one, but I thought I’d share a few small home decor…
SWAPPING CAN LIGHTING FOR FLUSH MOUNTS
Lighting is one of the most important details of any room; layering table lamps, floor lamps, sconces and pendant lighting is such a great way to create warmth and coziness to any space. Recessed lighting, while definitely functional, is lacking in style or any kind of visual appeal, not to mention that, even with dimmers,…
LATE SUMMER FAVORITES INSPIRED BY THE AMALFI COAST
My littles started school last week and I’m still in complete denial that summer break is officially over. We are still very much embroiled in summer heat and humidity around these parts, so I’m no way near ready for talk of pumpkin-scented everything and cable knit sweaters. Mentally, I’m on the Amalfi Coast, sipping a…
FOUR COOKBOOKS TO ADD TO YOUR SHELF
The summer is my favorite time of the year to try out new recipes, especially during this season of motherhood when my oldest is so interested in learning how to cook. Normally, I would just love to throw some chicken or steaks on the grill and put together a loaded salad and call it a…