With plans to spend a lot more time this summer at our shorehouse, I couldn’t wait to get started on a few simple projects to upgrade our outdoor space. Earlier this year, the backyard of our shorehouse underwent a major overhaul with the construction of a gorgeous brand new deck and the purchase of a…
Category: MY Crafts and DIY
My Very First Cricut Project! Custom T-Shirts for the Baby Boys
I know I’m not alone in feeling completely intimidated by my Cricut. Before embarking on my first project, my gorgeous teal Cricut Explorer 2 had been sitting in the box since Christmas! Every time I thought about starting a project, I’d find myself going down a YouTube rabbit hole ending with no progress and a…
My Urban Oasis: Part II
The Wine Lounge Optimizing our small, but precious outdoor space to enjoy this summer also meant creating a cozy area to unwind in after work or on the weekends, or a place to (eventually, I hope) entertain family and friends. Since the Wine Lounge occupies the other side of our narrow terrace (located around the…
My Urban Oasis: Part I
The Sun Lounge Any amount of outdoor space in New York City is a luxury, but our terrace, with its narrow and L-shaped configuration, presented a real challenge for furnishing and enjoying it all these years. But, with all of this extra time at home, I realized it was time to give our terrace a…
How to Execute an At Home Photoshoot
Now, more than ever, I am acutely aware of the many luxuries I once took for granted, including having a professional take photographs for my blog or to help document life’s milestones. For all of my new moms, I specifically empathize with your feeling of disappointment that this is not how you envisioned your first…
How to Crochet Simple Winter Accessories for Your Little One
There’s something about babies that always brings me back to crocheting – one of my favorite hobbies. And, with all this time at home and indoors during these chilly winter months, it was only natural that I make a few special pieces for our baby boy. The last few weeks have been a bit of…
Nursery Reveal
It’s hard to believe that 38 weeks have already passed and that the little one will be making his arrival at any moment now. So much has already changed – within and around us – both physically and emotionally – but among all the changes, one of my proudest and most exciting has been the…
Adventure Awaits Baby Shower
Behind every successful event are hours of meticulous planning – from decor to menu to activities. The process for my “Adventure Awaits” baby shower was certainly no exception and I can’t wait to share how beautifully it all came together. Shortly after finding out that we were pregnant, I couldn’t help but begin planning the…
MY DIY |Simple Escort/Place Cards for Your Next Special Event
Your guests and their experience are the most important part of a successful event. Therefore, it should be no surprise that table seating displays and seating cards, which are often the first items your guests are greeted with are critical for setting the tone for a memorable event. At first blush, it may seem a…
MY Ultimate “No Frills or Chill” Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Pregnancy is inherently challenging, but as far as pregnancies go, it seems I’ve had a relatively easy one – no major complications, vomiting, excessive weight gain, swelling or insatiable cravings (fingers crossed for an uneventful third trimester). But one surprising side effect of this pregnancy has been my general disinterest in food. I know, you…
Pilea Peperomioides: How to Care For & Propagate Your Pilea
The star of many Instagram and Pinterest posts, the Pilea Peperomioides (aka the Chinese Money Plant or Pancake Plant) has become one of the trendiest houseplants to own and add to your growing plant gang. Thankfully for all of us style & trend enthusiasts who have caught the plant bug and are actively turning our…
Cozy at Home: Welcome to Our New Living Room
Welcome to our new living room! I’ve been teasing parts of this space on Instagram over the last few weeks, but am so excited to finally share all of the details with you in this dedicated post (especially since so many of you have been asking about where to purchase various items). This space…