Hello Friends! Wedding cakes have always been one of those reception details that I love seeing come to life. Of course, they serve a delicious purpose, but a thoughtfully designed wedding cake can also become an important part of the celebration itself. From the flowers and colors to the texture, scale and smallest personalized details, […]
Archives for September 2026
Sips & Sandwiches: A September Happy Hour
Hello Friends! There’s something special about gathering friends in the middle of the day, especially when good food, refreshing drinks, and even better company are involved. For September’s Daytime Happy Hour at Home, I hosted Sips + Sandwiches, a relaxed afternoon centered around a build-your-own sandwich station, seasonal sangria, and a few thoughtful details that […]
A Fall Simmer Pot to Make Your Home Feel Warm and Cozy
Hello Friends! There is something about the beginning of fall that makes home feel especially comforting. The temperatures begin to shift, the days feel a little slower, and I find myself reaching for the little details that make our spaces feel warm and welcoming. One of my favorites is a simmer pot. With just a […]
An Apple Cider Margarita for Fall Sipping
Hello Friends! There’s something about the first cool hint of fall that makes familiar flavors feel new again. Apples start showing up everywhere, the evenings feel a little cozier, and suddenly a cocktail with a touch of spice feels exactly right. This Apple Cider Margarita brings together crisp apple cider, bright lime, tequila, and orange […]
The Art of a Simple Wine Decanter Moment at Home
Hello Friends! Sometimes elevating an everyday moment really is as simple as slowing down and paying attention to the details. A beautiful decanter, a favorite bottle of wine, a few small bites, and pretty glassware can turn an ordinary evening at home into something that feels just a little more special. For this week’s Cheers […]
The First Dance: A Moment to Remember
Hello Friends! There are so many meaningful moments woven into a wedding day, but the first dance has always felt especially special to me. After the ceremony, the portraits, the grand entrance and all of the excitement that comes with finally celebrating with the people you love, the first dance creates a little pocket of […]
Caesar Salad Coupes for Elevated Entertaining at Home
Hello Friends! Sometimes the simplest ideas are the ones that feel the most special. A classic Caesar salad certainly doesn’t need much help, but serving it in a coupe glass gives an everyday favorite a polished little upgrade. It’s an easy presentation idea for lunch with friends, a dinner party, bridal shower, cocktail-style gathering, or […]
An Elderflower French 75 for a Beautiful Start to September
Hello Friends! There are some cocktails that simply feel celebratory, and the French 75 has always been one of them. Made with gin, citrus, and sparkling wine, it has all the brightness of a refreshing cocktail with just enough elegance to make an ordinary evening feel a little more special. For this version, I added […]
Bridal Bouquets and What Makes Them Memorable
Hello Friends! A bridal bouquet may be one of the smaller details in a wedding design, but it has a way of appearing in some of the day’s most meaningful photographs. It walks down the aisle with the bride, becomes part of her portraits and often remains one of the details she remembers most clearly […]
3 Mini Appetizers for Easy Entertaining at Home
Hello Friends! One of my favorite things about entertaining at home is finding simple ways to make guests feel cared for without spending the entire day in the kitchen. Not everything has to be made from scratch to feel thoughtful. Sometimes the easiest entertaining ideas are the ones that start with a few familiar ingredients, […]
