Wool on Wool Stylish Winter Outfit

Wrap yourself in a stylish wool on wool outfit to beat the bitter winter weather. If we are to believe Punxsutawney Phil, which I am want to do (I mean he looks like a truthful little fellow), then we had best prepare ourselves for 6 more weeks of winter! So don’t pack away those sweaters…

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Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup with White Beans

Winter isn't over yet! Be prepared for those unexpected snow flurries and freezing temps with this yummy crockpot tortilla soup made with chicken and white beans.

Winter isn’t over yet! Be prepared for those unexpected snow flurries and freezing temps with this yummy crockpot chicken tortilla soup made with chicken and white beans. I made this soup on my snow day a couple of weeks ago. I meant to make a white bean chili, but I didn’t have all the ingredients,…

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Pink Coat Giddiness

A pink coat to trounce those winter blues and inspire feelings of giddiness! This pink coat from Talbots never fails to inspire giddiness when I put it on. Of course wearing it on a snow day simply elevated that giddiness to ridiculous proportions. If you haven’t figured it out yet I love LOVE snow! Do…

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Flamingo Valentine Craft with Free Printable

You tickle me pink free printable flamingo Valentine card and DIY envelope tutorial with coloring card option.

You tickle me pink free printable flamingo valentine card and DIY envelope tutorial with coloring card option. Looking for a delightfully sweet Valentine’s Day card to send to your gal pals? This flamingo valentine craft is the perfect choice! I teamed up with my friend Ann from The Creatologist to design this charming “You Tickle…

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My Favorite Rambling Hikes in the Blue Ridge

Refresh your spirit and reinvigorate your mind with a good long rambling walk. My 4 favorite rambling hikes in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

The rustle of grass under your feet, The sound of stones skittering down the path, The smell of cool, piney air, The sun on your face, The freedom to go and turn and wander with no road map, The connection to nature… This is what lures me on long rambling hikes in the Blue Ridge…

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Winter Outfit with Fur Hat – Just Because…

All the promise of fashion - winter outfit with fur hat - just because #foxfur #vintagewoolcoat #cashmere #boyfriendjeans #mules

All the promise of fashion – a winter outfit with fur hat – just because… Just because… This fur hat makes me feel totally glamorous. Just because… This coat was my grandmother’s and when I wear it I feel like she is hugging me. Just because… Cream colored cashmere is always a good idea. Just…

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Fair Isle Sweater Vest on Repeat

Two looks with this fair isle sweater vest in classic black and white for chic everyday wear that will keep you toasty on these cold January days!

Two looks with this fair isle sweater vest in classic black and white for chic everyday wear that will keep you toasty on these cold January days! Walking in a winter wonderland Gone away is the bluebird Here to stay is the new bird He sings a love song as we go along Walking in…

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New Year’s Eve Party Decor

Pop the bubbly and celebrate 2018 in style with bright and charming New Year's Eve Party Decor!

Pop the bubbly and celebrate 2018 in style with bright and charming New Year’s Eve Party Decor! The 12 Days of Christmas are just getting started, and I thought I would share this bright and charming tablescape with you for a festive New Year’s Eve table idea. I believe in leaving up my Christmas decorations…

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Holiday Etiquette & Hospitality + My Plaid Christmas Table

The Southern approach to holiday etiquette and hospitality plus a plaid Christmas table idea.

The Southern approach to holiday etiquette and hospitality plus a plaid Christmas table idea perfect for holiday entertaining. Good manners the world over are important even today when it feels like propriety has fallen out of favor and civility is long forgotten. Here in the South, being courteous and well-mannered have a certain sine qua…

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Boughs & Blossoms: My Green and Gold Christmas Living Room

Poinsettia, juniper, paper whites, velvet ribbon, and gold accents mingle merrily in my green & gold Christmas living room!

Poinsettia, juniper, paperwhites, velvet ribbon, and gold accents mingle merrily in my green and gold Christmas living room! Good morning and merry Christmas lovely peonies! Today, I am sharing my green and gold Christmas living room with you. I’ve nicknamed the look boughs and blossoms! Fitting don’t you think? I look forward to decorating for…

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