I’ve always loved birthday parties, especially my own. Usually my family flies out here to spend my birthday with me, but this year they had my younger cousin’s wedding and they had to postpone their trip. So, I decided to throw myself a party, and what better way to celebrate…
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Zara Home debuts online
One of my favorite fast fashion stores is Zara, a Spanish clothing store. Zara just launched their Zara Home line in the United States market on October 9th. After a few years of only being able to buy overseas their great home products, I’m very happy to be able to buy…
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October Favorites
September is always a busy month for me because of my birthday, add travel and some out of town guests to that, and the result is a neglected blog, so I’m sorry for the hiatus. But now I’m back and full of incredible posts including my birthday party and a…
Home Decor
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Pretty Things: Cake Stands
Rosanna Bon Bon Stands. Martha Stewart Collection Domed Cake Stands. Martha Stewart White Cake Stands. Green Glass Cake Stands. Etsy Custom Engraved Cake Stand. Mini Cake Stand.
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Manners Matter: Table Settings
A quick tip for your next dinner or lunch party. Etiquette isn’t something we’re born with. We learn it at home, sometimes at a very good school, or from great books. In my opinion, every mom should give one of these to their daughters, and girls if your mother never you…
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{5} Favorite Things
Zara t-strap sandals – My favorite summer sandals, they are super comfortable and oh-so pretty. Tocca Laundry Delicate Fine Fabric Wash – I’ve been using this mild laundry detergent for all our bed linens and towels, and the scent is so amazing. Godiva Milk Chocolate Salted Caramel Bar – Another delicious…
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Olympics Inspired Finds
Crown hooks set of 4, $24 Vintage Olympic t-shirt, $29.95 Union Jack suitcase, $140 Union Jack pillow, $39 London telephone tea set, $20 Leather classic satchel, £74.00
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Eco-friendly Movies
Here’s a few of my favorite Netflix picks with eco-friendly themes. You’ll be surprised to see how the corn, oil, and food industries work and amazed at the sacrifices one family makes to live a zero waste life in No Impact Man. After watching these films I’m not about to shut…
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Tasteful Waste: DIY Cement Planters
I’m always looking for great ways to recycle and transform everyday items to art. When I saw these cement planters at Re-Nest, I instantly fell in love with the idea of reusing food containers before they hit the recycle bin. Click here for instructions.