Calling all fiancé's! Did you, or someone close to you recently become engaged? Congratulations! It's time to pop the bubbly! After putting a ring on it, many couples like to celebrate their new relationship status' by throwing an engagement party. With my partner company Weddingstar, we are going to show you how to style a [...]
Staying in for Valentine's Day? Give this unique charcuterie idea a try! This Heart-shaped Charcuterie Wreath is the ideal appetizer for Valentine's Day, Galentine's day, or an evening in enjoying your own fabulous company. Artfully arranged on a bed of fresh rosemary, this heart-shaped edible wreath features salty cured meat roses, tart and creamy boursin [...]
Hello, friend! If I had to make a guess, it would be that you arrived here after a quick Google or Pinterest search... perhaps for the best homemade macaroni and cheese recipe ever? If so, congrats! You found it! Okay, okay - I may be a little biased, but I can say without the shadow [...]
Hello, friend! A classic dinner of spaghetti and meatballs is a family favourite, and for good reason! Everyone loves a big bowl of the perfect 'twirling' pasta; especially little ones and the pickiest of eaters. Every home tends to have 'their' go-to way of serving up the good stuff, which makes it fun going to [...]
Happy New Year! After all of the holiday shopping, all of the cooking, the cleaning, the hosting, the decorating, the winter sports and activities... there is nothing we crave more than... well, let's be honest here. There's nothing we crave more than a new year! A new year signifies a fresh start, slower living, a [...]
When they say 'tidings of joy', they probably meant 'appetizers in abundance', wouldn't you agree? Jokes aside, if you too, prefer small bites to main courses, this is the blog post for you! In partnership with my favourite wedding, gift and decor company, Weddingstar, we bring you five festive and holiday-worthy appetizers to grace your [...]
Sparkle and shine this Christmas, with diamond crystal candle holders, gilded candelabras, and vintage-style glassware! With Weddingstar, you can have it all, and at an affordable price, every time. The growing trend in holiday and Christmas decor over recent years has consistently been focused on paring back the 'more is more' trend, and instead focusing [...]
Did you hear!? Santa Claus is coming to town, so it's time to get that tree trimmed! A flashy tree full of glitter and a plethora of keepsake ornaments is always a joy. However, sometimes less is more when it comes to decorating a Christmas tree. With Weddingstar's line of gorgeous, heirloom-quality ornaments, you'll see [...]
Looking for a cute, tasty, and affordable gift to give to your nearest and dearest this year that isn't baked goods? You've come to the right place! Give these hearty and wholesome soup mixes a try! Not only are these soup mixes presented beautifully, they are also a very eco-friendly way to celebrate the holidays, [...]
It's that time of year again! Yes, you heard that right - it's time to deck the halls for the holiday season! This year celebrate in style, with this season's prettiest and most stylish decor, at prices you can afford. With my partner company, Weddingstar, there are so many wonderful ways to add more warmth, [...]
There is nothing quite like seeing the magic of Christmas through the wonder of a child's eyes! My partner company for this blog post, Weddingstar, and I have put together a list of fun, festive, and best of all, affordable products to make your (well, mostly your children's!) holiday season just a little bit merrier. [...]
The perfect harvest treat: mini pies! Or tarts, if you prefer - whatever you call them, we can all agree that these bite-sized heavenly desserts are a quintessential part of cooler weather baking across the globe. Serving traditional pies to your Thanksgiving (or Harvest) dinner guests is always a great idea, however serving a plethora [...]
Hello, and happy fall, friends! If you're in search of a dreamy and autumnal recipe to serve your family (or to whip up for date night) this fall season, congratulations - you found it! Ultra creamy and decadently smooth butternut squash sauce is on the menu, with a hearty serving of award-winning sourdough linguini pasta. [...]
There's no doubt that most wedding planning revolves around The Big Day™ (with the honeymoon being a close second!), but there's one occasion I'd love to shine a spotlight on: the morning after the wedding. You did it! You're married! Go, you two! The post-wedding glow is real; after months, maybe years, of planning your [...]
One of life's greatest pleasures? A great glass of vino. One of life's even greater pleasures? Multiple glasses of varying varietals, more commonly known as: wine tasting! Wine tasting is a wonderful experience however you try it, and hosting a wine tasting at home is quickly growing in popularity. Having friends over for your own [...]
Have you ever heard of a 'Mystery Menu' dinner party? If you have, you'll know it's a TON of fun, and if you haven't, you are about to find out! As opposed to a 'Murder Mystery' party, a 'Mystery Menu' party is instead focused on mysterious... food! This is a great party to have with [...]
You've tried pasta... but have you tried pasta chips? After reading this recipe, I'm positive you will want to! As an avid potato and corn chip lover, this new trend in pasta enjoyment is right up my alley. I knew I had to put a sourdough spin on it, thanks to Kaslo Sourdough's award winning [...]
What to get the man that never knows what he wants? Problem solved, with these unique and interesting ideas from Weddingstar! With fantastic gifts ranging from fun and casual products like personalized grill sets, drinkware, and stylish luggage, to timeless pieces such as engraved lighters, tie clips and even cigar cutters, with this guide in [...]
Ahhh, the great outdoors. There's nothing like a good old camping trip to reset the mind, body and soul. Whether you're a rough and tumble camper experienced in roughing it in the wild, or you're a 'glamper' that prefers the serenity of a fully-loaded camper, there's one thing every camper has in common: a love [...]
He popped the question - now it's time to pop the champagne and celebrate with your besties! Whether you're jet-setting off to Vegas or a tropical resort, or celebrating in your own city with a fun night out barhopping or hitting the clubs, a photo session to commemorate the event with the whole gang is [...]
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