A clam bake

What's better than spending time with friends and family while enjoying good food, warm weather, and frosty drinks?  When I finally move into my new home, I hope to host an authentic clam bake on a sunny summer day!

 

Have a safe and happy 4th! I'll return next Monday.. I'm taking a few days off for some much needed beach, rest and party time!

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Holiday Happenings....

 So like you I've been running around like a lunatic all week, client meetings, conference calls (good things only going on!!) and of course getting ready for the holidays. I wanted to do something special for the teacher's who take care of my daughter. I was inspired by this idea and decided to try it myself. I'm happy with the results, plus after a long day who doesn't love a little spiked hot chocolate? I think I'll have one this weekend, myself. Hope your weekend is merry and bright!

 On another note. I actually don't know how to sew, sad to say, I'm sure I could figure it out but in all honesty don't have much time. I'm more likely to be seen wildly spraying furniture or creating a new painting. But I wanted to share the latest stocking that my Mom made for my sister's little baby boy. My mom began making these stocking for us when I was a baby in the 1970's. She has since made one for all the new little ones in the family. They're made from felt, we worked on this polar bear design together! Turned out sweet didn't he?

And FINALLY. It's high time, I need to invest to a great camera, so I can take amazing vignettes and details shots to share with you! I'm going to do a little research on a Canon EOS, I had a 35mm Rebel and I've heard only great things about this model.

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Holiday Table

I can't drop gobs of money on holiday decorating but I adore a gorgeous holiday table. I find if you take a great idea and multiply it by many the effect is fantastic! Case in point is the idea below which I discovered on Design Love Fest and was devised and created by the Bash Please girls. This idea is
simple, creative and impactful! Read more about the details and how to pull it together yourself here. 
This would make a perfect piece for a buffet table and at a smaller scale and lower height the dining table. If you weren't up for or didn't have time to paint the holiday balls with color, I think it would look just as snazzy with various sized silver or gold balls!

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Color Me Pretty: Christmas

The holidays are beautiful in almost (key word here) every way and entertaining for the holidays is fun and festive. Below I've shared some fabulous holiday greatness and goodies! 

1. The drinks! Shown: Ginger Fizz Cocktail + Affogato (peppermint ice cream and hot cocoa)

2. The display

3. The table: layer silver and gold balls in bowls over a plaid table cloth,  finish it off with a mix of white blooms.

4. Carolina Herrera Pre-Fall 13' dress. image via Style.com for a more casual look layer beautiful baubles with a hint of red. Image via Erica Cook, Moth Design. see J.Crew for similar necklace

5. Yummy treats. I think I need to make these cupcakes..I'll share a pic, if I do! (Image via Rue Magazine.)

** Today I'm sharing my Home For the Holidays Wish list on Jamie Meares' fabulous blog I Suwannee, be sure to pop over and check it out!

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Happy Weekend, Happy Holidays

Remember Cottage Living? Of course you do! I loved receiving that magazine for it's stylish yet affordable interiors. An all time favorite were the holiday photos of Lee Kleinhelter's snazzy digs in Georgia. (Image one) Those window treatments and that tree are beyond good! I dug into the archives and shared a few of their other holiday shots with you. I'm heading to Vermont for our tree this weekend. I hope to share some holiday snippets via Instagram. I really need to get that account up and running!! (I sadly recently joined and sharing more work with you all is on my "hit"list)

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Deck the Halls

Besides the warm sunny days of July and August, the holiday season is my favorite time of year. Decorating your home beautifully doesn't need to break the bank. Here's a round up of holiday decor that will add a bit of sparkle and warmth to your home. I tried to include an array of ideas, hopefully one of the styles appeals to you! Happy Decorating. I'm heading Vermont with my kiddies to chose our tree this weekend. It's becoming a favorite holiday tradition in our home.

xx

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LOVE

I adore the coin sculptures by artist Justine Smith. hmmm I think I need one of these in gold! I'm feeling a D.I.Y. project!!

LOVE YOUR MOMMY, LOVE YOURSELF!

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO ALL MY WONDERFUL, STRONG, HARDWORKING, BEAUTIFUL READERS WHO ARE MOMMIES! MAKE SURE TO TAKE SOME TIME FOR YOURSELF - I KNOW IT'S A RARE THING!! XXX.

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Happy 4th! What's not to love?

I love July 4th! {and the 3rd for that matter}. I was lucky enough to grow up on the ocean,  so the July 4th celebration always began with bonfires, cookouts and fireworks on the beach, July 3rd! The 4th has been my favorite holiday since I was in high school! Enjoy! I've decided to hang out in my home town this year!

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