First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes... Well, that's for the newlyweds to decide! But one thing is for certain, and that is: the anniversary of your special day! If you are the 'celebrating' kind (I know I am!), the odds are high that you and your significant other enjoy celebrating your wedding anniversary [...]
You picked the ring, got down on one knee, popped the question, and she said yes... Congratulations! That was probably a relief (kidding, but also not - the proposal nerves are real!). Now that you're engaged... what's next? Rounding up your buds for the party of a lifetime, that's what! You can't picture your big [...]
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 [...]
Hello there, friend! There is one thing no holiday season is complete without: the best winter beverages! We're talking mulled wine, steeped in orange peel and clove, homey and comforting apple cider, chilled red and white sangria fragrant with fresh rosemary, candy cane garnished peppermint mochas, and, of course... hot chocolate, with all the fixings! [...]
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. [...]
Who doesn't love charcuterie? Some call it 'grown up cheese and crackers', some call it a meat and cheese platter, but one thing we can all agree on: it's the ideal snack in every way! With my friends at the wonderful Weddingstar Inc. (who also sponsored this post), creating your best charcuterie board ever has [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Hello, summer! Lazy days spent by the lake or pool are a must during the warmer months! Make sure you make the most of your summertime outings with the coolest products from Weddingstar Inc., my favourite home and gift company. Weddingstar is a family-founded and owned company based in Dunmore, Alberta, Canada, with 35 years [...]
These days, couples planning their dream wedding are incorporating more and more personalized features into their special day than ever before. From donut and champagne walls, to cupcake and cake pop towers, there is no limit to what brides and grooms are trying out in the name of 'personalized, just for us' ideas. Enter: the [...]
Mother's Day brunch is a traditional way to show that special woman in your life how much you love and appreciate her (though, we should be doing that year round as well, of course!). After all, who doesn't love brunch? Especially when it includes champagne and presents! Celebrate mom this May with this Mother's Day [...]
If you've been looking for a sweet favour to gift to your guests at your wedding or next special event, these recipe jars might be just the ticket! We all know I'm not much of a baker, so these mug recipes are definitely something I would love to receive myself. There is truly nothing sweeter [...]
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