How I Love Dishes… let me count the ways!

I am often asked, "WHY do you love dishes so much?" The funny thing is...I just DO and I have never really put into words as to why! I'm trying to remember when my love affair with dishes began. Growing up I was always fascinated by a pretty set table. I always looked forward to … Continue reading How I Love Dishes… let me count the ways!

Spreading the Valentine Love…. Throughout the Month of February XOXO

Those who know me, know I am a "theme" crazy person. Whether it be a holiday, an era, or any subject imaginable, I love a good theme! Now that we are in February and somewhat moving out of the "Winter" theme, it's time to mix it with all the love and hearts of Valentine's Day!! ***This … Continue reading Spreading the Valentine Love…. Throughout the Month of February XOXO

Not Totally Lettin Go of Christmas… Just Movin On to… “Winter”:)

Here that time comes again, after New Years, that time you look around at all your Christmas décor and just sigh. Not only do you dread taking ALL those decorations down but it's really kind of sad. At least for people like me it is. 🙂 You put so much work into it and it brings so … Continue reading Not Totally Lettin Go of Christmas… Just Movin On to… “Winter”:)

Let the Fall Explosion Begin! :)

If you read my blog you know what a fan I am of the Fall season. I tend to be a little on the obsessed side of it all, but I am not embarrassed...not a bit. If you are going to be addicted to something, let it be pumpkins and spice I say!! You will … Continue reading Let the Fall Explosion Begin! 🙂

Entertaining in the Fall…why it is the best time of year to host a gathering :)

Whether you are an experienced Host or someone who is just thinking of entertaining at home the Fall season is by far your best bet. Until recently, I hosted my annual get together of about 25-35 people every year without fail in October...and let me tell you why. Not only is Fall the BEST time of … Continue reading Entertaining in the Fall…why it is the best time of year to host a gathering 🙂

Pre-Fall Tablescape’s Last Hurrah (and the love behind it)

Here's the full shot of this warm and vibrant tablescape. I may keep it up a little bit longer. It's not like I don't have plenty of other Fall decorating to do in-the-meantime!  If you could see how many crates and boxes of Fall décor I have you would accuse me of being a holiday hoarder!  … Continue reading Pre-Fall Tablescape’s Last Hurrah (and the love behind it)

Another Sneak Peek Pre-Fall Tablescape

I am loving this tablescape more and more each day! May have to leave it up a little longer than usual. In this sneak peek I want you to notice my signature of blinging up the wine glasses. It is one of my "things" lol! No matter what type of glass..it can be a margarita … Continue reading Another Sneak Peek Pre-Fall Tablescape

Sneak peek Pre-Fall Tablescape

September is an odd month for décor. It's mostly, not officially Fall and at the tail end of Summer. Sure you could do back to school themes or Patriotic/Labor Day themes but I am just too ready for Fall at this point! I am ready to smell pumpkin spice and cinnamon! So I have found … Continue reading Sneak peek Pre-Fall Tablescape

Tuscan Night Tablescape

Well, its that time... time to take down my August tablescape and put out the pre-fall September table. Most people would say..WHY??? Why would you bother and go thru all that work? I can easily explain that.. before we made the move when my husband transferred for his job, I entertained as much as time … Continue reading Tuscan Night Tablescape

Tuscan Night Tablescape

Sneak peek of my Tuscan Night tablescape. This tablescape just makes me WANT to entertain. Puts me in the mood for a night of wine, conversation and of course pasta!!! And if you haven't noticed, one of my signatures is decorating my wine glasses/glasses. Just LOVE the look of it and it makes things even … Continue reading Tuscan Night Tablescape