I'm Back!

If there is anyone left out there still reading my blog, I'm sure you've been wondering where I have been!!?? Well, life has been pretty busy since February. My hubby and I took a belated first anniversary trip to Thailand and Cambodia and it was pretty AMAZing! Here are a few of my favorite photos from our trip...

If that wasn't enough excitement for the month, upon my return to work I received a promotion...whoop whoop!! I'm officially now the photo stylist for Celebrate magazine.  This new position has been keeping me very busy, but I am having a blast! If you need some entertaining inspiration, you should pick up a copy!

Confetti Table Runner

I'm loving this festive DIY confetti table runner! It is an easy way to spice up the table for your next dinner party. Are you thinking about hosting friends over for Valentine's Day? Combine this confetti with a gorgeous arrangement in pink hues and you will have the perfect tablescape!

How will you be celebrating Valentine's Day this year?

Image via D Magazine

Have you forgotten me?

 

I know...where have I been right??  I guess the holidays took more of a toll on me than I thought! I can't believe it is almost the end of January already, which means Valentine's Day is just around the corner. I'm not a huge fan of Valentine's Day, but my sweet tooth sure is...hello red velvet and cream cheese cupcakes! Not only do you look super delish, but you are beyond cute! You can get the recipe and also download the arrows here.

 Image via Bakerella

Mercury Glass Love

I have always loved mercury glass, and lucky for me, my parents let me keep all the beautiful mercury glass vases and candle holders they purchased for my wedding. I'm always pulling them out at Christmas to decorate with greenery and fresh flowers, but I love this idea of using them in a fireplace to cast a beautiful glow. Now, if only I had a fireplace!!



  Image via Ritzy Bee

Burlap Stockings...

Lately I have be obsessing over adding burlap into my Christmas decor. I'm using a burlap tree skirt this year, and I've incorporated burlap ribbon into my tree topper, as well as the bow for the wreath on my front door. Oh how I wish I had a pair of burlap stockings (and a mantel) like the ones above. I love the natural, rustic look next to the beautiful Christmas greenery. I can't believe that Christmas is almost two weeks away! Have you finished your holiday decorating??

OI  Image via Holly Mathis Interiors

Simple Table Setting

This year, with all my family coming over to my house to celebrate Christmas, I've been searching the blogosphere and pinterest to find some inspiration for my table setting. I will be using my china (which I absolutely adore) for the first time....finally! I chose to mix a couple of patterns to get the perfect look ...

My dinner plate is Colette in gold by Robert Haviland and my salad/dessert plates are a mix of Princess Victoria and Queen Victoria by Herend. The hubs thinks Herend looks like jungle plates...but I think they are beautiful! I'd like to have place cards at the table and when I came across this image with rosemary, I fell in love...

It is simple and elegant and the rosemary makes me think of Christmas trees! Not only will it look pretty, but the table will be fragrant too. How are you setting your table this year?


Image via Bellecose, Neiman Marcus, Contemporary Concepts,  Marigolds and Mithai

Christmas is Coming!!

It is hard to believe that Thanksgiving is already over and that the mad dash to Christmas has begun!! Yesterday, the hubbs and I braved the rain to (beat the crowds) and pick out our Christmas tree. It is all set up and ready to be decorated...we've just got to find the time and the energy to get it done! Since we are hosting our family in our home this Christmas, I really want to get our house decked out for the season.  I've been put on a tight budget, so we will see how that goes :). I'd love to use a festive paper to wrap all my gifts in this year. While, I am digging this contemporary black, white and green look from House and Home....I think I am leaning towards a more traditional color scheme, of a sage green and white with a punch of metallic.

What is your color scheme this Christmas??

House and Home