Cherry Limeade

One of my favorite summer time drinks is cherry limeade from Sonic. I no longer have a Sonic near me so I started making my own and think I just about perfected it.  To make all you need is crushed ice, Sprite (I used Sprite Zero), cherry juice and limes. Pour Sprite (I did ½ a 2 liter) over crushed ice, cut one lime into quarters and squeeze onto the Sprite and ice add cherry juice to taste. Let sit for at least an hour to let the flavors merry.


Fall Polish Combinations

{Hunter, Louise and Flynn}

Zoya gears up for fall with not one, but three fabulous new collections. PixieDust features six sparkly, textured and matte polishes. Satin features five jewel tones and one super luxe gold topper. Cashmere features six pretty creams. Here are some of my favorite fall polish color combinations inspired by runway fabrics and trends.

 {Carter, Arabella and Mason}
 {Chita and Sailor}
 {Claudine and Carter}
 {Claudine, Giovanna and Mason}
 {Flynn, Channing and Louise}
 {Giovanna and Channing}
 {Giovanna, Louise and Mason}
 {Hunter and Maria Luisa}
 {Mason and Channing}

Lately

 {Zoya\’s Cashmere collection}
This has been one trying and long week, and I cannot wait for a low key weekend. Here are somethings that have kept me inspired this week.
 {homemade focaccia bread}
 {blueberry picking}
 {dried fruit and nuts for the perfect summer salad}
{evening walks on the beach}

Grilled Corn

It\’s sweet corn season here in Michigan, and my favorite way to enjoy it is straight from the barbecue.
 Step 1: Remove a couple layers of the husk.

Step 2: Soak in cold water for 20 minutes. Flip after 10 minutes.

Step 3: Pull down the husk of the corn down (but do not remove them) remove the silk.

Step 4: Pull the husk back up and place on the barbecue.

Step 5: Grill for at least 25 minutes.

DIY: Citronella Candle

From cabins and lake houses to backyard barbecues and bonfires, my summer has been eventful. I don\’t know about you, but when I get invited somewhere I always bring a hostess gift. While I do buy gifts from time to time I think something homemade is just a little bit sweeter. These simple citronella candles have become my go-to hostess gifts for summer.

Tools:
Terracotta Pots (I spray painted mine)
Unscented candles (check Walmart or the Dollar Store)
Candle Wicks
Pot
Something to melt wax in

 Step 1: Chop up a pillar candle.

Step 2: Fill a pot with water add jars filled with candle wax. Melt on a low temperature.

Step 3: Place a piece of foil under the pot, wrap the wick around a pencil and pour in a small amount of wax to lock your wick in place.

 Step 4: Add Citronella oil to the melted wax and pour into your pots.

Step 5: Allow to set for 24 hours.