A simple search for a cute mirror resulted in this post (as many shopping searches do). I was distracted by the many items that didn’t resemble the Ballard Designs I thought I knew (the catalogs usually get recycled right away). I found so many fab rugs, lighting, mirrors, linens, tableware, and of course, leopard pieces were everywhere. Maybe… Read More
I have seen so many bloggers and Instagram influencers publishing ways to beat the winter blues, so I am jumping on the bandwagon here–and with the arrival of a winter snowstorm, now is the time! When it’s too cold or gloomy to enjoy the outdoors, might as well create a worthwhile indoor experience that helps to battle the blues…. Read More
It’s happening. We are finally going skiing again, after two Covid seasons off. Colorado, here we come! I am going to dust off my skis and equipment and see what gaps I need to fill in with some updates. First up are the ski pants. I am sure after months of Covid eating and drinking that my ski pant… Read More
In November I launched a new blog series called Friend Favorites and profiled my good friend Maggie (and she nearly blew up the blog with the positive response). So, I am continuing this popular series with perhaps the very best friend I have, my sister Rachel. You may recognize her from my Instagram feed (and her frequently pictured girls,… Read More
This February marks the fifth annual Galentine’s Day lunch and gift exchange with some of my girlfriends. It’s really just another excuse to get together and catch up during the long winter months. For our Yankee swap, we use gift themes, like “animal print” and “shop local” to help get the creative juices flowing (just like at Christmas, but… Read More
If you are subscribed to W&W, you know that I am a puzzle lover (they basically got me through Covid). And, you may recognize one of these Piecework Puzzles from the many gift guides I published in November. They have quickly become my go-to for weekend downtime entertainment (I finally found a puzzle company that I love so much… Read More
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