New readers may not know that by day I work a pretty sweet gig at Boxcar Press, an internationally renowned letterpress print shop here in Syracuse, New York, which also includes our two letterpress stationery lines Bella Figura and Smock. A few weeks ago we hosted our first ever open studio event, which was essentially …
Christmas party
I’m delighted this morning to be sneaking in one final dose of holiday inspiration from the amazing Kate Martin of Beautiful Days. (Revisit Kate’s ice skating party and Christmas celebration for more of her inspired party ideas.) This holiday celebration, decked out in homemade paper chain garland and loads of sparkle and shine from glitter …
When Kate Martin from Beautiful Days (and ice skating party fame) shared this latest batch of photos with me, I immediately knew that this talented lady and I are truly kindred spirits. Her crafting, decorating and cooking endeavors know no bounds and I just adore everything she creates. Today Kate is sharing a little glimpse …
For winter weddings or holiday entertaining, I love this pretty country chic table. Simple DIY centerpieces are made from inexpensive paper bags, fresh cranberries and elegant taper candles while a mix of textured linens and plaid lend undeniable warmth and a touch of comfort. Casual sophistication shines bright with this sweet, winter fresh design, perfect …
This pretty Christmas inspiration shoot comes from a trio of talented ladies all the way from Italy this morning, and it is simply filled with sweet country Christmas ideas. A pretty buffet of Christmas desserts, stockings hung from a ladder with care, balls of colorful yarn, and beautiful embroidery hoops strung from tree boughs have …
When Becca of the fabulous blog Birthday Girl sent over this amazing party I almost fell out of my seat. This is genius! Becca teamed up with Michele of Cakewalk Baking and hosted a glorious gift wrapping party complete with a gift wrap buffet featuring pretty wraps, ribbon and embellishments. Loads of festive wintery treats …
Good morning, friends! As promised, I’m back with another great holiday download today, this one from one of my BFFs (and new mommy as of yesterday morning) Carolynn of Two Brunettes. The holiday party season really gets cranking this weekend so Carolynn dreamed up an adorable hostess gift card and the cutest Santa gift tags …
Hello and happy Monday! I want to jump start the week with the next holiday download, which was actually due last week, but my schedule got the best of me so here it is! (Stay tuned for more downloads throughout the week, too!) I know this is the time in the holiday season when lots …
Happy Monday, everyone! After a very snowy weekend I can’t wait to share this winter ice skating party with you! In a word, it’s awesome. Kate from Beautiful Days sent over this party, which was held in her backyard and photographed by Geneve Hoffman. There was a roaring bonfire, pitchers of steaming hot chocolate, big …
I swear one of these days I’ll stop going on and on about how much I love the holidays. Just so we’re clear – today, my friends, is not that day. It might be because I have a weekend of home renovation projects and holiday decorating planned, but I am obsessed with holiday home decor …
I can hardly believe it’s December, but alas winter is moving in quickly. When I came across this pretty little glimpse of holiday decor it felt so perfect for today. There is something so enchanting about simple, fragrant pine boughs draped around a room with paper whites in bloom, a little touch of ribbon and …