Last year we wrote this post on seeing the cherry blossoms in New York City. And though we're about a month away from cherry blossom season, we thought we could get an early start and bring it back again this year so you have time to make plans and make sure you don't miss them. We love every season in New York, but it's magical in springtime when the daffodils pop up and the cherry blossoms ...
Easy Valentine’s Day Shortbread Cookies
I decided to make easy Valentine's Day shortbread cookies this year because, well, shortbread cookies are my favorite cookies. And what's wrong with a little self-love and caring this time of year? There's just something I love about the simplicity of shortbread - buttery, crumbly, and utterly delicious. Shortbread cookies are perfectly imperfect. Not because of the recipe or the way they ...
How to Make Easy Caramelized Banana and Chocolate Tartine
I know this tartine looks more like toast. But technically speaking, since a tartine is an open-faced sandwich, I'm taking the liberty to call it a caramelized banana and chocolate tartine. I've always loved a quick and easy 10-minute breakfast. Or, in this case, a quick and easy 10-minute treat that doubles as breakfast. It's perfect for those mornings when you ...
A Visit to the New Garnet Hill Store at Legacy Place
For Sunday favorites with Cindy and Mary Ann today, I'm sharing a few of my favorites from my visit to Garnet Hill at the Legacy Place Mall outside of Boston in Dedham, MA. I've been a fan of Garnet Hill for years and have only shopped from their beautiful catalogs (as shown below) and online. I could see and touch everything in person at their beautiful new store this week. What has always ...
9 Simple Valentine Craft Ideas for This Year
Fewer holidays lend themselves better to simple craft projects than Valentine's Day. That's why it's one of the best times of year to get creative and have a little fun. Here are a few of my favorite craft projects, some for you and some for the little ones to join in on, and I hope you enjoy them as much as I do. ...
Ideas on How to Organize a Small Clothes Closet
I'm joining Cindy, Mary Ann, and Sheri to discuss organizing. I think we are all doing a bit of cleaning out and organizing this time of year. For me, I have put off organizing our bedroom closet, and having to write this post forced me to do it, and now I am thrilled with the results! I think the worst part may have been my dread of getting started. Here are some ideas on how to ...