Christmas

Brown Paper Packages Tied Up With String

“These are a few of my favorite things.” I must admit that I have not cared much about gift wrapping until recently.  However, I have now come to a place in my life where I really do feel that presents seem more special when they are beautifully wrapped.  I enjoy brown paper packages tied up

Christmas in New York

I went on a trip to New York over the weekend with my friend Michelle and some of her friends to celebrate her birthday.  I know she wouldn’t want me to mention what birthday it was (so I won’t) but to me she doesn’t look a day over 21.  Anyways, New York was beautiful and

Invitation Ornament {DIY}

I really loved our wedding invitations.  I spent a lot of time looking for inspiration and actually helped our invitation company (the  fabulous Aerialist Press) design them.  So when I saw this idea (again on Pinterest) of making a wedding invitation into an Christmas tree ornament, I knew I had to do it.  This is a

For the Love of Friday- My bags are packed

“Cause I’m leaving on a jet plane.”  And I know when I’ll be back again.  I am heading to New York City this weekend for one of my best friend’s birthday celebrations. There is really just nothing like New York at Christmastime. I am hoping to do/see/eat some of…   What is your favorite thing

Illuminated Snowflake Garland {DIY}

Meg and I really love to craft our Christmas.  Last year we started to glitter anything and everything in our path.  This year, while glitter still maintains a large presence (as well it should), we have started to incorporate more and more snow related crafts.  Meg dreamed up this craft in her brilliant head, which

White-Chocolate Cherry Shortbread Cookies

I have always had a very special relationship with Christmas cookies.  My favorite part of the Christmas season may very well be making a different kind of Christmas cookie every week and then eating them 3 at a time.  We have our old standbys, but it is sometimes nice to try something new.  Meg found