Bordeaux is Back

Posted on October 3, 2012 by

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Cotton candy pinks and perfect peaches usually accompany summer lips. When the cooler weather approaches there is a sudden urge to jump for the fire engine red lip colors, and I am thrilled to say that these reds are finally over. The new red in town is more sophisticated and comes in deep wines, merlots and bordeaux versions.  I thought these hues would be the IT color for darker skin and leave lighter skin tones looking slightly gothic. However the shades have proved to look stunning with any complexion. What do you think of this cooler weather trend?

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Apple Fritters

Posted on October 2, 2012 by

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One of my favorite fall treats is quick, easy and under five ingredients. You’ll need oil (I use canola), one apple, one tube of crescent rolls and cinnamon + sugar mixture. Cut the apple into pieces, dip into flour and roll up in the crescent roll, place in a pan of hot oil and turn to brown each side. Remove from the oil and roll into the cinnamon and sugar mixture. Enjoy hot on a brisk evening. 

October Friendship Gift: Mulling Spice

Posted on October 1, 2012 by

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Mulling spice is the ideal old-fashioned aromatic addition to bring the scent and/or taste of fall inside.  Simply simmer with cider or wine to capture the taste and smell of the season in your cup.  I also like to add it to a pot of water (sometimes with the addition of cranberries and oranges) simmering on low to fill the house with a classic scent of autumn. When simmering the water be sure to keep a close eye on the pot and always keep it filled to prevent burning.

Individual Bags of Mulling Spice:
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon(or a pinch) ground clove
¼ teaspoon (or a pinch) ground allspice
pinch of nutmeg
star of anise
cinnamon stick

 {I put the mulling spice in loose tea bags}
 {wrap in a 6×6 inch piece of fabric adorned with twine and a cinnamon stick}
{water, mulling spice bag and cinnamon stick}

{water, mulling spice bag, cinnamon stick, cranberries and orange slices}

Snapshots

Posted on September 28, 2012 by

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 {colorful indian corn}
This has been one of those weeks that started off being simple and ended being crazy and stressful (more about that to come). My weekend will be filled with plenty of fall activities such as a trip to the cider mill and decorating my balcony. What are your weekend plans?
 {autumn candy corners}
 {chili in a sourdough bread bowl}
 {favorite hair product: moroccanoil}
{plaid top perfect for fall}

A View From The Porch

Posted on September 27, 2012 by

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Earlier in the year I took a trip to Louisiana. It was my first time in the south and immediately I fell in love with the nostalgic towns featuring cobblestone sidewalks, monogrammed gates and elaborate porches. The porches were like nothing I had ever seen before, large or small they were decorated and awaiting Mardi Gras. While admiring the porches in the Garden District one of the home owners informed me that the porch is the first thing people see when they pass by or enter the house, and it’s important to decorate like you would a room in your home. Ever since that moment I have been dreaming of having the perfect porch to decorate. Here are some of my favorite fall porches. Do you decorate your porch?
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