Now that summer is here and things are slowing down, I bet many many of us are looking forward to the days we can begin entertaining friends and family again. I’ve put together my summer entertaining etiquette tips for you to make party planning a breeze. Send a Well-Timed Invitation Mail your invitation 3 to 4 weeks in advance. Skip the “Regrets Only” This gesture seems easy enough, but an expedient RSVP is the sign of a...
Party planning can be incredibly stressful. There’s the guest list to worry about, the venue, decorations, the music and of course…the food. Knowing how much food and drink to provide can be very overwhelming, so I’ve made easy to reference infographics to help make buying for your party as stress-free as possible! And remember,...
I’ve been struggling with what to say for the past few days. I am afraid of misspeaking, and the easiest thing to do would be to stay silent. To turn a blind eye – and that is a luxury I can afford because I am white. I am privileged. I want to be an...
Art is one of the easiest ways to freshen up your home decor. A new painting or print can completely shift the mood and tone of a room, which is why I like to swap out the art in my home every season. One of my favorite ways to do this is with botanical...
While Massachusetts is still actively under quarantine, I’ve been trying to find ways to positively fill my free time after the work day ends. With the temps beginning to rise, we settled on a new activity to try together – gardening! Unfortunately, as we are putting the house on the market this summer, cultivating...
When spring and summer roll around, I’m always looking for ways to freshen up our space and welcome the warmer weather. Today, I’ve rounded up some of my favorite (and high quality) home decor pieces from Amazon just for you! I’m absolutely in love with these gorgeous, handcrafted rattan chairs and this set of...
Disclaimer This post was published in January of 2020, before the COVID-19 crisis. Please use your personal judgement to determine if these activities are safe and right for you, and be sure to follow city and state mandated guidelines. Stay safe! I’ve mentioned before that I love Valentine’s Day. For me, you don’t...
photo source @verryrobin_co In the early days of December, Pantone announces their choice for Color of the Year for the upcoming year. Last year’s choice was Living Coral, and the year before that Ultra Violet. This year’s choice? Classic Blue. A timeless and enduring blue hue, Pantone’s Classic Blue is elegant in its simplicity....
The key to having a great, successful week is to start it off on the right foot. What I do on Sunday has a big impact on how I feel for the rest of my week; I feel much more organized, calm, and ready for the days to come when I spend a few...