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Sweet Celebrations

 {lemon birthday cake with meringue buttercream frosting} When it comes to birthday’s I like to keep things simple. I usually have an intimate brunch that includes a cake made by my mum, plenty of fresh flowers and of course delicious desserts.  Here is a… Continue Reading “Sweet Celebrations”

Five Things

 {new way I am wearing my ponytail} After a very trying week I am  thrilled that the weekend has arrived. Since Sunday is my birthday my weekend will be filled with plenty of indulgences a beautiful birthday brunch and plenty of time on the… Continue Reading “Five Things”

How To: Properly Set the Table

{simple place setting for an informal meal} Whether you are eating solo or having guests over for the holidays there is a proper etiquette you should follow for a perfectly set table.  Here are a few tips, tricks and diagrams to help you create… Continue Reading “How To: Properly Set the Table”

Clover Cookies

As each holiday approaches I tend to get overly excited, and one would think that each holiday is “my favorite”. However with certainty I can say that Saint Patrick’s Day has never managed to charm me. That was, until I discovered how much fun… Continue Reading “Clover Cookies”

Princess Diana\’s Dress Exhibit

 Over the weekend I went to the Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show where they featured \”Diana, The People\’s Princess\” exhibit. It was such a unique experience to see some of the dresses the late Princess Diana wore in person – I just had to… Continue Reading “Princess Diana\’s Dress Exhibit”