A confirmed lover of labels, I’ve been known to geek out pretty hard over cute place cards. This Hammered Spoon Place Cards Tutorial from Elizabeth Anne Designs is a lovely, subtle way to keep your wedding reception or dinner party in order, while giving your guests a trinket to take home. I love that they […]
Continue ReadingNot Martha has posted a feat of alchemy that is particularly intriguing. She’s been “making” gin out of vodka! Almost as good as turning lead into gold!
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Sweet Paul is amazing! His projects are great because not only are they easy, they tend to be sophisticated and useful at the same time. He added tea towels to a boring table and created a stylish piece that is more useful than the original. This is Ikea hack is going to be a classic.
Continue ReadingUnless you are Cool Hand Luke, there’s likely a small limit on just how many plain boiled eggs you can eat. I personally like mine deviled. And it’s not just me. The deviled egg fits right in with the old-school comfort food trend that is endlessly popular. From left to right in the photo above, […]
Continue ReadingTomorrow I’m having brunch, and I’m going to walk down the hill in the morning to pick up some champagne for the meal. (I’ve got the sweetest little wine shop in my neighborhood!!) I love the look of Martha Stewart’s fruit filled champagne punch, and the recipe could not be easier. Cheers!
Continue ReadingI decided to get the year started properly, with a “Breakfast for Dinner Party” last night. It was a great success, and the highlight was a make-your-own-waffle-bar. I set out a belgium waffle maker, and a friend whipped up Martha’s batter. I included a ladle and a timer and the guests were responsible for everything […]
Continue ReadingI’m getting ready for a holiday dinner with my family, at one of my favorite cozy local spots, Rocker Oysterfeller’s. I featured their spectacularly festive holiday cocktails last week, but I saved the best for last. Let’s sing the line all together now, “…and a partridge in a pear tree!” Partridge in a Pear Tree […]
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