The Academy Awards are this weekend and I’m dreaming up an Oscar Party. Although it’s not really gonna happen, it should come as no surprise to hear that I’m always thinking about parties and looking for excuses to throw them. I love researching recipes, coming up with a theme (if there isn’t an obvious holiday or celebration […] Read More…
Valentine’s Day Gifts
True, Valentine’s Day is a bit of a Hallmark holiday, but in my book it’s a great opportunity to go out of your way to make people feel a little extra special in ways that are different from every other day. At my daughter’s school we decorated Valentine’s cards to send to their pen-pal school, Para Los Ninos, […] Read More…
Best Friend’s Bedroom
One of my dearest friends recently asked if I would help spruce up her bedroom. She’d purchased a few elements on her own, but as a busy doctor, wife and mother, she’s having a hard time completing the room. We’re going for a soothing palette of creams and greys, with some subtle pink touches that […] Read More…
A Clean Entry for the New Year
The New Year is a great opportunity to do some self-reflection and assess any adjustments that could improve my life or make me feel healthier and happier. Every year I try to make just a couple resolutions that I think I can achieve, some of these have to do with my home while others are […] Read More…
Ice Buckets
In the midst of party season I’m still looking for practical yet beautiful gifts. These ice buckets (and corkscrew) are the perfect addition to a stocked bar and would be a welcome gift to open on New Years Eve. sources: 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 Read More…