I recently hosted a Ralph Lauren inspired backyard bonfire party for a few friends and the star of the party was this giant s’mores grazing table I created entirely out of sweet and savory s’mores charcuterie that our guests could roast over the campfire. I had a lot of requests for more details about theContinue reading “Easy & Elegant S’mores Charcuterie Board Grazing Table”
Category Archives: Holidays
The Best (And Easiest) Apple Cider Punch For Fall
When you live somewhere like Alabama, the calendar may say that it is fall but that doesn’t always mean that the weather got the memo. So if you want to get into the spirit of the season, sometimes you have to get a bit creative, like turning traditional hot apple cider into a refreshing sparklingContinue reading “The Best (And Easiest) Apple Cider Punch For Fall”
How To Host An Elegant Backyard Bonfire Party
From lazy summer nights to cozy fall gatherings, backyard bonfire parties are one of my favorite ways to gather together with friends and family every year. I love the way people open up and chat around a campfire and the stories that are told. Also there are S’mores. Which honestly, may be the best part.Continue reading “How To Host An Elegant Backyard Bonfire Party”
How To Make DIY Jingle Bell Christmas Garland
Bells have been tied to Christmas for centuries, but jingle bells as we know them didn’t really show up until later when people started attaching them to horse-drawn sleighs so you could hear them coming. Today the sound of jingle bells gives off instant warm nostalgic Christmas vibes during the holiday season. To capture aContinue reading “How To Make DIY Jingle Bell Christmas Garland”
How To Make DIY Velvet Napkin Rings
One of my favorite parts of entertaining during the holidays is coming up with new tablescape ideas to surprise my guests with. Velvet has been showing up everywhere this season, so I thought it would be fun to bring a little of that trend to the table with these DIY napkin rings. They’re simple yetContinue reading “How To Make DIY Velvet Napkin Rings”
How To Make Your Fall Pumpkins Last Longer Outside
Carving pumpkins is fun, but anyone who’s done it knows they don’t stick around forever. A little prep can make a big difference. Whether you want your jack-o’-lantern glowing on Halloween night, or just hope your front porch pumpkins don’t turn into a moldy mess before the weekend, I have a few tricks that canContinue reading “How To Make Your Fall Pumpkins Last Longer Outside”
Easy Orange Pomander Ball Natural Christmas Decor Centerpiece
Scrolling through Pinterest the other night, I found the most beautiful image of a holiday centerpiece made entirely from orange pomander balls stacked into a tall tree shaped tower. Having just made a bunch of pomanders for my previous post, I instantly had an idea for how I could recreate that image in much moreContinue reading “Easy Orange Pomander Ball Natural Christmas Decor Centerpiece”
How To Make Orange Clove Pomander Balls For Christmas
Over the years I’ve really fallen in love with handmade natural Christmas decor. I appreciate how it makes you take time to slow down and enjoy the season. In the past I’ve shown how I make all my own evergreen garland from scratch each year and how I create my own fresh christmas wreaths. OneContinue reading “How To Make Orange Clove Pomander Balls For Christmas”
How to Make Black Streamer Roses for Elegant Halloween Decor
Halloween is one of those holidays I really struggle to decorate for. I don’t love the color orange, and most store-bought decor just isn’t my cup of tea. So in the past, I’ve gotten a bit creative in my search for the perfect elegant Halloween decor. This year, I really wanted to add black rosesContinue reading “How to Make Black Streamer Roses for Elegant Halloween Decor”
How To Create An Elegant Old World Christmas On A Budget
There’s something irresistibly charming about an elegant old-world Christmas, the kind that feels like stepping straight into the warm, nostalgic glow of a classic carol. Candlelight flickering in the windows, fresh greenery draped over the mantel, the scent of oranges and cloves hanging in the air and the sound of a fire roaring in theContinue reading “How To Create An Elegant Old World Christmas On A Budget”