Photography by Annabella Charles. Styling by Haute Horticulture. Long time readers know I’m a fan of herbs and produce used in unique ways. This cherry and herb bouquet is the perfect example. Who knew you could use that delicious fruit this way?…

Fourth of July parties have always been my favorite. They’re the only time, outside of Christmas, that the entire country is celebrating at the same time for the same reason. From backyard barbecues to city sponsored fireworks displays, on urban…

A few pretty images to get you in the mood for summer entertaining! Our tomatoes have come in, and breathing in that first scent of garden fresh cherry tomatoes made me want to cry. I can vividly remember standing by…

Photography by Ziołowym Zakątku. I’m not sure if I would ever want to make my own beer or wine; it’s just not something that appeals to me. But dandelion wine is one of those beverages that people become straight fanatics about…

Photography by Rachel Ball. God bless Rachel Ball of Elephantine and all the adorable things she posts. For instance, these Strawberry Lime Yogurt Popsicles have the trifecta of desserts: sweet, tart, and creamy. Make with organic ingredients and your tastebuds will…

A native of China, the peach tree was transferred first to Persia then to Europe, and finally, in the seventeenth century, to Virginia. It is widely believed that Native Americans took the seeds with them and planted them as they…

In the words of the Fresh Prince, “the weather is hot and girls are dressing less.” In my words, summer has arrived! My favorite things about summer are beach trips, afternoons at the pool, long days of sun, Vitamin D,…

Adding this Baja Fish Taco Recipe to my list to try. We’re trying to figure out a long term plan for our diet. Paleo is perfect for short stretches, but it seems almost impossible to maintain long-term. Especially when it means I…

Designed by  The Curious Ink. Featured on The Sweetest Occasion. Happy Memorial Day! In honor of this barbecue and pool infested holiday, here are some lovely invitations for your Memorial Day festivities. As always, click the link below each image for…

  Photography by Skona Hem and Stylizimo. The weather has been amazing here in Birmingham. While Frank has plenty to occupy him outside, I’ve found myself lacking in outdoor projects. We plan to move from this house by the end…

Styled by Hilary Robertson. Photographed by William Waldron. It’s hard to pick one favorite detail from this Wisconsin Home. From the vintage results numbers, to the chartreuse chairs, the home seems to be the perfect summer getaway in cool Wisconsin.  

Uptown Chic via Polyvore. One of my favorite features on Polyvore is the ability to find sets that include an item that you love. I’m more likely to have ten pairs of shoes than fifty, so it’s perfect for me….

Show me a floral print and I’ll run screaming. They’re just too sweet and traditional for this modern gal. I love solids so much, it’s a running joke with my husband and I. But, there’s something about the sweet floral…

Photography by Rob Karosis for Crisp Architects, via Unique Unique Design. One of the most expensive and time-consuming additions you can make to your backyard is a swimming pool. Hands down, every home owner that has a pool complains bitterly…

I edited this recipe, from Simply Organic by Jesse Ziff Cool, to reflect the prep work and time. While you can do the prep work while cooking for other recipes, all prep for this should be done beforehand. The cooking…

This isn’t the first recipe I’ve reviewed from Smitten Kitchen, and it won’t be the last. She’s become a most reliable source for tasty recipes. For my father-in-law’s birthday dinner, we tried her recipe for Zucchini Fritters. If you love…

When the weather warms up, my oven starts being used for storage rather than cooking. I start craving cold salads filled with vegetables, and grilled dishes that take little to no time to fix. Broccoli, imported by Italian immigrants in…

Yesterday, while cooking the Salt and Vinegar Potatoes, I realized how well the method of boiling the potatoes in vinegar would work for German style potato salad. I prefer that style to Southern style potato salad because I’m not a…

There’s not much I don’t love about the clothing line Lolë. The clothes are high quality, cutely designed, and let you dress comfortably without looking shabby. They have a wide range of options each season, and you can wear them knowing they weren’t…