(Tote from Rust and Honey)
Last weekend Gabe and I headed to Charleston with little Rocco for a weekend in partnership with the new Grand Bohemian Autograph Collection hotel. This is a favorite city of ours (last time we went was for our babymoon!), so we felt really lucky to return with our creative caps on to capture our perspective of the stay in the hotel as well as the city. VIEW FULL POST
I have a severe hankering for donuts these days. So now come Monday morning, I am pulling out ingredients to make this mouthwatering recipe by the talented Abbey of The Butter Half. Read on for the recipe!
Baked Apple Cider Donut Recipe
Prep time: 25 minutes
Bake time: 7-8 minutes
Yields: 1 dozen apple cider donuts VIEW FULL POST
I have been a freelance graphic designer since college, and I really miss diving into a design project and coming up with something I worked hard to reach. It felt so good to get back in the seat after a long baby break to create something personal. I teamed up with HP to try their Sprout HP technology. I wasn’t quite expecting to discover all of the options it holds! I was more than impressed. Here’s a re-cap….
Some of my favorite features:
So after getting to know the Sprout, I decided on my first project. I had been really wanting to come up with a more personal Birth Announcement for Rocco so I decided to scan some things that were significant to me to include. Loved being able to create it all quickly and hands on. Once I had all the items scanned, it only took about 15 minutes to assemble. We are looking forward to mailing this to some family members and friends who live afar.
You can check out more ideas in the gallery. There are many of them!
This post is in partnership with Sprout, and all opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting the brands that make this blog possible!
I don’t think plaid has ever been out of style, although currently it is everywhere! I look at is as more of a cozy staple that I love to work into a layer scheme. And maybe it reminds me of Molly the American Girl Doll, who hello, was THE coolest. Anyways, I rounded up 10 favorite perfect pieces of plaid (say that 5 times fast), and they are all 25% off today only. Shopbop is having their friends and family sale so your entire purchase is 25% off.
One // Two // Three // Four // Five
Six // Seven // Eight // Nine // Ten
Which piece would you sport? Do you dig plaid? Nay? Yay?
Happy almost weekend!
It’s no secret I have a weak spot for Madewell. I wear their denim most often, and swoon over every catalog I receive in my mailbox. Delighted would be an understatement to be able to host their store opening event next Tuesday Oct. 20th here in the north Atlanta area…
Event: Madewell Store Opening Party
When: Tuesday, October 20th 7-9pm
Where: The Avalon, Alpharetta GA
What to Expect: Local catering, music by a DJ, complimentary Bien Fait tote with purchase, and fall fashion chat!
RSVP: rsvpavalon@madewell.com
The Avalon is already a really cool experience to shop, eat, and play so you can make a night of it! I am thrilled one of my favorite shops is moving into the mix. Here are a few favorite pieces for fall wardrobe staples:
Denim (on sale) // Blazer // Flannel (on sale) // Mira Pumps (extra 40% off sale) // Cambridge satchel
I hope to see some of you at the opening event! Sips and bites, music, and of course chatting about fall style. Look forward to hanging out!
*Photos by Morgan Blake, in collaboration with Madewell
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This year, I wanted to put something on our table that could last through October AND November, because let’s be honest. I am lucky to get a wreath on my door most years. Meanwhile my neighbors across the way put me to shame with a full on cemetery in their front yard for Halloween. That’s okay though because we have mums, and that’s really all you need to bring your front yard back to life from the dead. 😉 I am more of an autumnal versus Halloween decor, so here is what I came up with. Using real pumpkins and faux greens, this should last you for months!
Sage and White Autumn Tablescape:
3 White pumpkins varying in size
2 artichokes (will need to be replaced when they get dark)
3 mini gourd pumpkins
2 green gourd pumpkins
2 branches of faux greenery
1 Placemat or Tea Towel (mine from Pehr Designs)
Arrange however you like, but hopefully this video is a helpful guide!:
*Styling and video by IHOD, music by Fleet Foxes
Yesterday a friend went out of her way to drive over, drop off a meal, and spend an hour with me catching up on life. Boy does a good meal do wonders for a mother of 4. I often joke about food and coffee being my love language, but really there is some truth to it, because behind the gift of food is service. Have you read the book about The 5 love languages? I highly recommend it for understanding those in your family, your friends, and even your children. I would say it is a pretty cool way to start making big changes to the way you love others too. You can download it on audible as well. To briefly sum it up, there are 5 main love languages:
Gift Giving
Quality time
Acts of service
Physical touch
Words of affirmation
It’s often the case that the way you choose to show love is different than the way you wish to receive it. I find it all fascinating. Growing up with 7 sisters and 3 brothers you can imagine all the different personality types in one household. It taught me so much about being attentive to differences and learning to love in different ways.
For instance, my sister Maria is not a hugger. We tease her about her distant back pat she calls a hug. However, she will open her home to you and feed you all you need and never expect anything in return. Quality time and acts of service.
My sister Angela loves to affirm. She will build you up with her words and back them up with lots of hugs as well. Basically, if you are feeling pretty crummy you can just show up on her doorstep, and she will change your day around. Words of affirmation and physical touch.
My brother Joe will drive 9 hours just to spend the day with you and drive 9 hours back right after. Quality time.
My husband Gabe will rearrange his schedule to help someone in a bind, and show up even after you have told him not to worry about it if he suspects you need assistance. I’ve seen him literally use the shirt off his back to help a friend. Acts of service.
My sister Tricia is more reserved with her words, but she shows her love in other strong ways. She never misses a birthday. You can expect a thoughtful hand written note and gift in your mailbox every year without fail. Gift giving.
It can be challenging to give to others what doesn’t come naturally to your personality, but it certainly yields a more life giving relationship as a result. It is worth the effort for that reason. What about you? Is the way you show love different than the way you hope to receive it?
