Treat Yourself! {8 Mother’s Day Gift Ideas}
Mother’s Day is right around the corner and not only is it a great time to honor your special mother, it’s a wonderful opportunity to treat yourself, too. When I think about what treat yourself means, I think about those things it would be nice to have or to do, but that I would never …
Cinco de Mayo!!
Ever since the Mexican Army’s unlikely victory over French forces during the 1862 Battle of Puebla, the fifth of May has served as a celebration of Mexican heritage and a welcomed excuse to party! In the United States, Cinco de Mayo is often confused with Mexican Independence Day, which is actually observed on September 16th. …
Green with Envy (Smoothies)
To be candid, the first time my friend told me she’d “tossed a handful of spinach” into the chocolate breakfast smoothie she was sipping… I grimaced. “There’s spinach… in there? How are you drinking that?” I inquired, wrinkling my nose with suspicion that she either had incredible willpower or no taste buds. “You really can’t …
Happy Mood Makeover
Color has been shown to affect mood. For example, yellow is associated with feelings of warmth and cheerfulness; green, with nature and tranquility; orange, with excitement and energy. So, if you want to create a happy mood in your home, infusing it with colors associated with feelings of happiness is the way to go. Here …
Puny Patio Makeover
After years of living in little apartments, sandwiched in between other little apartments, I like to consider myself a bit of a small space veteran. My college roommates and I once had a prized kitchen balcony that sat uncomfortably close to our neighbor’s bedroom window… to the point you could just about reach out and …
Not Your Grandmother’s Floral Decor
This is the time of year you see them everywhere — fashion, paper goods, home decor. Fresh florals are everywhere you look but how do you incorporate them into your decor without it looking stuffy? Let’s take a peek at some fresh approaches to florals in decor. Wallpaper is making a comeback. And these fresh …
Four Home Decorating Trends for Spring
1. Pastels with Edge Sorry, Steel Magnolias fans, but “blush” and “bashful” are getting a vibrant new edge in 2015! Pairing soft babydoll hues with bright pops of color will result in creating real wow-factor and freshness to your home. Add tiny touches of neon or bright décor for an even more modern look. We …
Spring Pastas
As the world around us is thankfully starting to glow again a sprightly shade of spring time green, there’s no better time to follow suite and spruce up your family’s weekly pasta night with some of the best and brightest of spring’s vibrant veggies! Try this lighter take on pasta primavera from the blog Oh …
Fresh Spring Desserts
When spring arrives, I want to eat lighter. Not just fewer calories, but lighter in flavor, reflecting the bounty of the season. Bright lemon, sweet strawberries, beautiful blueberries – this is when those fruits taste best! Here are some desserts that showcase these fresh spring flavors. For bright lemon flavor, check out this yummy lemon cream pie …
Home Organizing Tips for Busy People
We all want our homes to be more organized, but sometimes I feel like there just isn’t time to put the organizational tools in place that are needed. Do you feel that way, too? Here are five home organizing tips for busy people (and aren’t we all busy?!?). These tips are designed not only to make …