After consuming champagne cupcakes with a friend a few weeks ago, we started brainstorming different types recipes that could include mixed drinks. After working in nonprofit fundraising for several years, I’ve come to the conclusion that adults will pay for any kid activity that adds beer or martinis. The popularity of kickball and skeeball leagues [...]
Last fall, I found this 1950s nightstand at Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore in Alexandria. Instantly, I new that it would be perfect for extra storage in my bathroom. Plus, it was only $8. Originally, it came with the angular legs that were common in the 50s/60s, but one was missing. I liked it better without [...]
As promised, here is the recipe for the champagne cupcakes that I made for the retro 50′s wedding shower I hosted a few weeks ago. Cupcakes (from Hello, Cupcake!) 1 box (18.25 ounces) cake mix (French vanilla, devil’s food, or yellow)* 1 cup buttermilk in place of the water called for on the box. Vegetable [...]
A few weeks ago, I threw my friend Rachel, who also loves all things vintage, a 1950s inspired lingerie shower/bachelorette party. Remember her pink & black invitations? Rachel and her fiance just bought a house in the area, so she was anxious to show it off to friends. Check out the slideshow of the food [...]
Veggie trays can be surprisingly time consuming and expensive. They’re always a staple at any event, so chances are that you’ll have to bring one to a party at some point in your life. Last year, I put one together for a wedding shower and bought all of the vegetables individually and then cut them [...]
After consuming champagne cupcakes with a friend a few weeks ago, we started brainstorming different types recipes that could include mixed drinks. After working in nonprofit fundraising for several years, I’ve come to the conclusion that adults will pay for any kid activity that adds beer or martinis. The popularity of kickball and skeeball leagues [...]
Last fall, I found this 1950s nightstand at Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore in Alexandria. Instantly, I new that it would be perfect for extra storage in my bathroom. Plus, it was only $8. Originally, it came with the angular legs that were common in the 50s/60s, but one was missing. I liked it better without [...]
As promised, here is the recipe for the champagne cupcakes that I made for the retro 50′s wedding shower I hosted a few weeks ago. Cupcakes (from Hello, Cupcake!) 1 box (18.25 ounces) cake mix (French vanilla, devil’s food, or yellow)* 1 cup buttermilk in place of the water called for on the box. Vegetable [...]
Living a good life doesn’t have to be expensive. In fact, life is much better when you don’t have financial pressure every month. This year, I had a few financial wake-up calls and made a commitment to be better with my finances. Thus, I took a class on couponing, set up a budget and online [...]
A few weeks ago, I threw my friend Rachel, who also loves all things vintage, a 1950s inspired lingerie shower/bachelorette party. Remember her pink & black invitations? Rachel and her fiance just bought a house in the area, so she was anxious to show it off to friends. Check out the slideshow of the food [...]
Veggie trays can be surprisingly time consuming and expensive. They’re always a staple at any event, so chances are that you’ll have to bring one to a party at some point in your life. Last year, I put one together for a wedding shower and bought all of the vegetables individually and then cut them [...]
During the month of April, I took a cake decorating class at Michael’s. There wasn’t any rhyme or reason behind taking it. After the health care debate, I realized that I needed some type of creative outlet in my life. Everything revolved around politics–family, work, friends, my blog. I needed to use other parts of my brain and have different conversations.
My apartment is primarily furnished with thrift store finds and yard sale purchases. My hometown is in the middle of the world’s longest yard sale, and I can’t begin to describe the deals I’ve found there. I’m also lucky because my mom knows my exact taste. She can look at an item and tell if [...]
My former roommate and close friend, Rachel, is getting married in a month. In a few weeks, (ah! so much planning to do!), I’m throwing her a bachelorette/lingerie shower. Rachel loves the 50s as much as me, so I’m creating a retro theme. We’re having a movie and martini night at her house rather than [...]
I love to cook but don’t have a lot of time to spend on complicated Martha recipes. With the new year upon us, there’s always a focus on eating healthy. Plus, I don’t want to spend much. What do you bring to a party with that criteria? Peanutty dip with a fruit tray is a [...]
After a decade of living in small apartments, one day I got tired of waiting to own a house to create a home. I’ve always loved decorating, crafts and cooking, but always put off those interests for one day when I had a house. This blog is a journey in bringing the domestic arts to small spaces.
