Recently, I have been faced with the reality that rings true for many of us out there who are getting married.  Yes, the feelings of joy, anxiousness, excitement, but also missing a person that should be there on your big day.  It is a moment that you and this person may have talked about, dreamed about, […]

When I think of winter, the first thing that comes to mind is keeping warm!! Along with the sparkling snow and white skies (which make for photo beautiful backdrops, by the way) it brings along chilly winds and bitter temps! These not so pretty things have me running to the fireplace or to the nearest […]

Happy Sunday Everyone! I hope you all had a love filled thanksgiving and a relaxing few days off! I have to say that this weekend has definitely been a fun one for me! It’s been filled with good food, lots of laughs, a bit of shopping, the start of holiday movie watching and a bit […]

We recently made a visit to the Chicago Art Institute, and were reminded of the beauty of the Ballet in Edgar Degas’ paintings.  Ballet often reminds us of whimsical, romantic times, both of the past as well as of our dreams of the future.  Ballet’s softness in movement as well as the music that often […]

Brooches, Beads, Baubles and Bulbs: Using ordinary items to create beautiful Wedding Day décor. Brooches:  Whether you use brooches that have been passed down to you within your family, or if you simply went to an art or jewelry store and picked out some pieces, brooches can be incorporated into almost any aspect of décor […]