You know how much I love to forage; it was just a matter of time before I started using scraps of wood from other projects to make a pretty cool garland for my coffee bar! It's a simple and sustainable garland you can make and use through the seasons. We have a box of wood scraps from things we made, and these round pieces from making our plywood peg board and our propagation wall have been ...
Easy to Wear Casual Holiday Clothes from Garnet Hill
If you know me, you know I am not one to get dressed up. Hardly ever, unless there's an occasion that requires it! That is what I love about Garnet Hill. I can feel dressed up, but at the same time, it's the kind of clothing that makes you look forward to getting dressed! Easy to wear casual holiday clothes from Garnet Hill will take me all the way through the holidays! *This post is sponsored ...
Your Children Will Love the Tradition of an Advent Calendar
These photos are from my original post from 2010. Not much has changed. I'm still using old things, scraps of kraft paper, ribbons, and twine mixed with lots of foraging and repurposed bottles and jars. Below are a few newer advent calendars from over the years, in case you need some inspiration! When they were young, my kids loved the advent calendar tradition. Over the years, I have really ...
Julia Child’s Beef Bourguignon is an Excellent One Dish Meal
I've wanted to make Julia Child's Beef Bourguignon for years! Ever since I first watched Julie and Julia. Today I am joining a few friends for an Autumn Progressive Dinner, and this one-pot dish is the perfect cozy main dish. The Menu What makes beef bourguignon a one-dish meal? Beef bourguignon is made in one pot (a Le Creuset) and can be brought to the table. This is the recipe we ...
Simple Ways to Set a Thanksgiving Table with No Stress!
Simple Ways to Set a Thanksgiving Table with No Stress! One of my favorite things about Thanksgiving is thinking of simple and sustainable ways to set a beautiful table. I always let nature inspire me. Fall is the prettiest time of year, filled with earthy tones. Start to Plan Your Table: Mix it up with your dishes I love to mix my earthy stoneware with my vintage gold-rimmed china or ...
What Is It About Copper That We Love So Much?
What is it about copper that we love so much? Do you have a collection of copper? Or, have you been thinking about adding some copper pots to your kitchen? If you're new here, every Sunday, I share my favorite finds of the week along with my blogging besties, Mary Ann and Cindy. This week, I'm sharing everything related to copper. Why Add Copper Pots? Julia Child There's nothing ...