Interiors

One Room Challenge Reveal: My Fave Five

Yesterday was the big reveal for the One Room Challenge!  If you’re not familiar with the One Room Challenge, it’s a biannual event every April and October, where 20 design bloggers take the challenge and transform a space.  The designers share the progress, their advice, and sources over six weeks leading up to the reveal.  It’s a treat, because there is so much inspiration shared on designer and blogger websites and social media.  In addition to the 20 bloggers who are…

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Blue and White Mother’s Day Brunch

Mother’s Day is Sunday, so I’m sharing a few ideas for those of you who may be hosting!  This is also a pretty look for a ladies luncheon, bridal shower, or baby shower.  My mom and I both love blue and white, so I went with that as the theme.  I wanted it to be elegant, but simple and easily executed. Favors When hosting a celebration, it’s always nice to place a “little happy”, as we call it in the…

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Entertaining

Kentucky Derby Party Checklist

It’s almost Derby day!  Yippee!  Once the hat and the dress are selected, it’s all about the cocktails, food, and decor.  Here are some suggestions! Cocktails The Mint Julep has been the traditional beverage of Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby for almost a century.  Here is the recipe they serve. The Old Forester Mint Julep 2 cups sugar 2 cups water Sprigs of fresh mint Crushed ice Old Forester Straight Bourbon Whisky Silver Julep Cups Make a simple syrup by boiling sugar…

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Interiors

Decorators’ Show House 2017

If you follow me on Instagram, you may have seen a couple mentions of the Decorators’ Show House.  It’s open from April 23-May 14 at the Columbus Museum of Art, and each room features art from the museum’s collection.  Tickets are $25, and all proceeds support the museum’s art and education programs.  An inspiring event with a great cause!  Today I’m sharing a look into the show house, room by room! (Apologies for the photo quality.  I’m used to shooting with natural light.)…

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