This past weekend I received some beautiful wedding photos from Carol, a bride I not only had the opportunity to work with, but also had the chance to meet her! Carol is such a charming person inside and out. She came to me because she was looking for a way to honour some very special people who . . .
Etsy Love: Gold Throw Pillows
Lately I have developed a slight obsession with throw pillows. I just love how they finish off the look for any room. Our home is an old 19th century stone house with the deepest window sills I have ever seen. One of my favourite things to do on one of the first snowfalls of the season is to curl up . . .
Baked in a Pie: Apples and Beets
This morning I am so excited to share some news that I found out yesterday! Food52 (an amazing food website!) announced that my Salted Caramel Chocolate Pecan Pie was among the top best recipes for (American) Thanksgiving! I am beyond thrilled to be recognized. There were about 100 entries, and they . . .
Encouraging Girls in a Boys World
I was never a girly-girl growing up. My mom did dress me in dresses and tights, just like all my friends, until I had more of a say in what I wore. Dresses were okay... I didn't hate them by any means... But they just weren't practical. As I grew older, mom realized I was more comfortable in jeans . . .
Unexpected Type 20.11.13
I think it is definitely safe to say golf season is over here in Canada. We officially have had Daddy back on Thursday nights! Olive found a HUGE bin full of golf balls in Daddy's garage (where did they come from?), so we couldn't resist giving golf one last hooray for the season! Olive says . . .
Home-Brewed Chai Tea Concentrate
It's no secret (or maybe it is?) that I am addicted to chai tea lattes. I just love that little ounce of bite you get from every sip that warms you from the inside out. This can be a rather pricey addiction - especially if you live rural like me with not many coffee shops in the area! Have I driven . . .
