This summer I’ve been ALL about decorating with lemons. Bowls, baskets and trays of the pretty yellow fruit have adorned my tablescapes and kitchen counters. And now, with summer winding to an end but the sun still shining strong, I’ve decided to try my hand at something I first saw on Pinterest a few years… Read More How to Make a Floating Lemon Vase
We’ve all been there: you’ve just finished painting or wallpapering a room. The walls are looking gorgeous. The space is feeling fresh and then – BAM! – back on goes the horrible plastic-y light switches and power outlets. Well, those days are done! I’m excited to share a home source I’m absolutely swooning over right… Read More Hiding in Plain Sight: Beautiful Custom Wall Plates
Last month my family embarked on our third-annual summer getaway to Calgary. We spent a fun-filled few days taking in the best C-Town has to offer, and it proved to be our best road trip to date! Today I’m sharing allllllll the details, including my thoughts on our Sheraton Cavalier Calgary Hotel stay and our… Read More Our Family Trip to Sheraton Cavalier Calgary Hotel
I’m all about making things easy when I can, and this Layered Grapefruit and Rose Vodka Soda recipe fits the bill. It’s super easy to whip together, tastes delicious and looks fancy AF….which, let’s face it, is half the fun. My blogger BFF Alex and I made it recently for a ladies’ night and it… Read More Layered Grapefruit and Rose Vodka Soda
My father-in-law lives in the mountains. Earlier this month my Mum joined me and the kids on a road trip to visit him. We packed a lot of fun activities into a few days and each time I’d spring my UPPAbaby VISTA stroller into action, they’d both comment on how amazing it was. How functional.… Read More Why I love our UPPAbaby VISTA stroller
Any fans of The Bachelor or The Bachelorette out there? Well, turns out I’m channeling my inner Chris Harrison. Just like he always declares that you’re in for “the most dramatic season yet”… each week I share “our most delicious cocktail recipe yet!” But guys, my Chris Harrison days might be over – this one… Read More Frozen Water-Yellin’ Watermelon Tiki Drink
Eating a late dinner and enjoying a glass of wine as the sun sets behind you – now that sounds like a great summer evening to me! I love dining outdoors and try to get my family out on the patio for meals as often as possible during the warmer months. For the most part,… Read More 3 Tips for Creating an Easy Outdoor Table Setting
When my friend Alex calls and asks if I’m free to do research, I get excited. Ten years ago, when we were in journalism school together, I would’ve been less than ecstatic at the prospect. But these days she’s referring to researching drink recipes for our summer cocktail series. And our latest creation, the sweet… Read More Prickly Pear Vodka Soda Recipe
When you bring together two things you love, the result can often be amazing. And that’s exactly what happened when we married the refreshing taste of iced tea withhhhhhhhh liquor! Surprise, surprise: Alex and I are back at it again, bringing you the third recipe in our summer cocktail series: our Passion Fruit White Tea… Read More Passion Fruit White Tea Cocktail
Welcome to my new favourite room in our home: Emmett’s sailing through the jungle nursery. If you’ve been following along with my blog and Instagram, you’ll know I adore whimsical kids’ decor. I’m enamoured by children’s ability to see the magic in everyday moments and love creating spaces as special as them. After Emmett was born… Read More Sailing through the Jungle Nursery
