Anyone else feeling ready for a home refresh?  Despite the weather, we know spring isn't far so why not get ready to greet it with some new additions that say refresh.  These beauties are the perfect way to do it in my eyes.  It's amazing how just a few small switchouts and tiny touches can make a huge difference.  

Pillows are the perfect place to start.  Depending upon your taste and decor, a fun and whimsy pick like this one can add joy to any room.  If a sophisticated feel is more your style, I am in love with this faux fur option.

Gold accents in the form of trays and tabletop pieces are always gorgeous.  This mirror-bottomed one is perfect for wine glasses or tumblers on date night at home.  Add in a little subtle ambiance with a sound system upgrade.  This one from Bose is incredible.  If you've heard it, then you know!

This runner is so beautiful and would complement just about any neutral color scheme.  I am absolutely in love with shades of blue right now (don't tell pink! haha).  But seriously, it such a soothing shade to the eyes and the mind.

White and rattan furniture is always the perfect nod towards warmer weather, hello spring and summer.  This armchair is dreamy and would be perfect in a gorgeous sunroom, sitting room or any traditional as well as modern setting.  Lovely! 

Each of these home refresh pieces has me so excited for spring! I've linked them in the thumbnails below just in case you're feeling the same.  What are your favorite ways to refresh?  I'd love to know!

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HOME REFRESH

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Anyone else feeling ready for a home refresh?  Despite the weather, we know spring isn't far so why not get ready to greet it with some new additions that say refresh.  These beauties are the perfect way to do it in my eyes.  It's amazing how just a few small switchouts and tiny touches can make a huge difference.  

Pillows are the perfect place to start.  Depending upon your taste and decor, a fun and whimsy pick like this one can add joy to any room.  If a sophisticated feel is more your style, I am in love with this faux fur option.

Gold accents in the form of trays and tabletop pieces are always gorgeous.  This mirror-bottomed one is perfect for wine glasses or tumblers on date night at home.  Add in a little subtle ambiance with a sound system upgrade.  This one from Bose is incredible.  If you've heard it, then you know!

This runner is so beautiful and would complement just about any neutral color scheme.  I am absolutely in love with shades of blue right now (don't tell pink! haha).  But seriously, it such a soothing shade to the eyes and the mind.

White and rattan furniture is always the perfect nod towards warmer weather, hello spring and summer.  This armchair is dreamy and would be perfect in a gorgeous sunroom, sitting room or any traditional as well as modern setting.  Lovely! 

Each of these home refresh pieces has me so excited for spring! I've linked them in the thumbnails below just in case you're feeling the same.  What are your favorite ways to refresh?  I'd love to know!

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Hello friends!  Hope you all are doing well and continuing to stay safe and comfy inside your homes.  I know it's not always an easy task but I'm here with more fun ways that will help us welcome spring inside, where we all currently are.  I always find it so uplifting to refresh my home with the look and elements of the new season.  Now that it is spring, for me that means lighter colors, new fabrics and  great new ways to store and organize any items I don't need to always have out on display.  Most importantly though, I want all the pretty ways to surround myself with the sights and symbols of the season.

Of course, fresh flowers are my very favorite way to achieve the feel of the outdoors.  But, unless you have a garden nearby, this may not be an option.  One way to still add some spring greenery to your home is with a sweet succulent plant.  Happily, I picked mine up before the quarantine and have been enjoying it ever since.  Another option is with framed photos.  Break out those old magazines or simply print some photos off of your favorite Pinterest board and house them in any of the frames you already have around the house.  I do it every season and love the little bit of happy they bring every time I see them.  

Pretty ways to organize your belongings have always been another favorite of mine.  Cute baskets,  woven tubs and even gorgeous planting boxes like this one are all beautiful ways to keep things within reach all while feeling like your living inside an issue of  House Beautiful.  Fresh, clean and organized.  Really, could anything be better right now? I'm also loving these braided rattan table mats.  They make for the chicest backdrop to all the spring meals I've been enjoying cooking from the cookbooks of my favorite chefs.  Can't wait to delve into this one next!

Home spaces are more occupied and well-used than ever right now so any way in which I can organize mine and have it bring me a sense of comfort and happiness is more than fine with me.  How about you all?  What are some fun ways you've been finding to have your home better serve you?  I'd love to hear them!

Wishing you all a happy Monday...Thanks for spending some of it here with me!

xx,

~K 

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SPRING AT HOME

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Hello friends!  Hope you all are doing well and continuing to stay safe and comfy inside your homes.  I know it's not always an easy task but I'm here with more fun ways that will help us welcome spring inside, where we all currently are.  I always find it so uplifting to refresh my home with the look and elements of the new season.  Now that it is spring, for me that means lighter colors, new fabrics and  great new ways to store and organize any items I don't need to always have out on display.  Most importantly though, I want all the pretty ways to surround myself with the sights and symbols of the season.

Of course, fresh flowers are my very favorite way to achieve the feel of the outdoors.  But, unless you have a garden nearby, this may not be an option.  One way to still add some spring greenery to your home is with a sweet succulent plant.  Happily, I picked mine up before the quarantine and have been enjoying it ever since.  Another option is with framed photos.  Break out those old magazines or simply print some photos off of your favorite Pinterest board and house them in any of the frames you already have around the house.  I do it every season and love the little bit of happy they bring every time I see them.  

Pretty ways to organize your belongings have always been another favorite of mine.  Cute baskets,  woven tubs and even gorgeous planting boxes like this one are all beautiful ways to keep things within reach all while feeling like your living inside an issue of  House Beautiful.  Fresh, clean and organized.  Really, could anything be better right now? I'm also loving these braided rattan table mats.  They make for the chicest backdrop to all the spring meals I've been enjoying cooking from the cookbooks of my favorite chefs.  Can't wait to delve into this one next!

Home spaces are more occupied and well-used than ever right now so any way in which I can organize mine and have it bring me a sense of comfort and happiness is more than fine with me.  How about you all?  What are some fun ways you've been finding to have your home better serve you?  I'd love to hear them!

Wishing you all a happy Monday...Thanks for spending some of it here with me!

xx,

~K 

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Hello friends...it's likely that you're reading this from the comfort of your home.  And while we may not be able to control the world around us, we can make the best of the part of it we call home.  With that in mind, today's post is all about the cozy comforts you want as you settle in over the next several days and maybe weeks.  Ok!  So, you all know I love pink and these picks show off both blush tones and pretty neutrals that can work with pretty much any color scheme.  Candles, slippers, pillows and throws are all key players in our current scenario.  Add in a great makeup/accessory organizer, gorgeous dutch oven and most of all, a gold wine holder and you're pretty much set.  

I know you're not venturing out right now, so I've linked these happy home items for you below.  How are you all getting along with the new normal?  Wishing love to you all!

xx,

~K

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THE BEST OF THE NEST

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Hello friends...it's likely that you're reading this from the comfort of your home.  And while we may not be able to control the world around us, we can make the best of the part of it we call home.  With that in mind, today's post is all about the cozy comforts you want as you settle in over the next several days and maybe weeks.  Ok!  So, you all know I love pink and these picks show off both blush tones and pretty neutrals that can work with pretty much any color scheme.  Candles, slippers, pillows and throws are all key players in our current scenario.  Add in a great makeup/accessory organizer, gorgeous dutch oven and most of all, a gold wine holder and you're pretty much set.  

I know you're not venturing out right now, so I've linked these happy home items for you below.  How are you all getting along with the new normal?  Wishing love to you all!

xx,

~K

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Hi friends! I'm here with some midweek inspo for some lovely ways to add a little chic to your home during the summertime.  No matter the season, I find that the needs are the same yet the desires are drastically different.  One thing I'm always looking for are fun and stylish ways to store items that we use on the daily.  From magazines to cozy throws, quick, convenient and out of sight ways to keep these items neat and organized is a must.  

These wicker baskets are perfect for stashing reading materials and this cute little side table is a clever way to do the same.  Eye catching accents are another accessory I love to refresh each season.  For the summer, I love the look of white sands and cream.  These pillows and this end table are the perfect fit.  I also adore a cozy throw all year round and this shade of blush is just right for summer.  Toss in some summer scented candles (this one is my absolute favorite!) and you'll have your home looking gorgeous and smelling divine.

I hope these ideas leave you as inspired as I am about bringing a creative refresh home this season.  Have a great day everyone!

xx,

~K

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SUMMER AT HOME

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Hi friends! I'm here with some midweek inspo for some lovely ways to add a little chic to your home during the summertime.  No matter the season, I find that the needs are the same yet the desires are drastically different.  One thing I'm always looking for are fun and stylish ways to store items that we use on the daily.  From magazines to cozy throws, quick, convenient and out of sight ways to keep these items neat and organized is a must.  

These wicker baskets are perfect for stashing reading materials and this cute little side table is a clever way to do the same.  Eye catching accents are another accessory I love to refresh each season.  For the summer, I love the look of white sands and cream.  These pillows and this end table are the perfect fit.  I also adore a cozy throw all year round and this shade of blush is just right for summer.  Toss in some summer scented candles (this one is my absolute favorite!) and you'll have your home looking gorgeous and smelling divine.

I hope these ideas leave you as inspired as I am about bringing a creative refresh home this season.  Have a great day everyone!

xx,

~K

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Have you ever been to a place so blissful you never wanted to leave? Ever.  For me that place is The Cape and most especially the sweet isle of Nantucket.  If you've never been let me paint you a picture and if you have been then you know...Imagine sun soaked mornings filled with the scent of the salt air amid the sprawling setting of gambrel roofs and flower filled verandas.  One home more beautiful than the other.  Local traffic consists of pastel bicycles, Wagoneers and patient seagulls in flight.  A place where there exists no sense of hurry and every day feels like Sunday.  This American oasis is rich in history and full of charm.  Summer is the perfect time to experience the feel of Massachusett's finest.  It's also the moment to bring some of this seaside charm right into your own home no matter where that may be.  One simple way to capture those seaside feels is with a nautical inspired pillow.  These shades of blue do the trick effortlessly for little investment.  Add some oceanside charm to your kitchen too with some pretty plates like these.  This set can be incorporated into any neutral decor with a splash.  I also love faux coral accent pieces.  This one is gorgeous and exactly what your tabletop is begging for.  Woven basket catchers in soft grey are the right spot to house books, extra pillows and a cozy throw for sea breeze nights.  Last, let your senses transport you to the sea with a delicious candle or room oil like this one.  I absolutely love the fresh summer feel it gives to my house and dare I say, I'm addicted, haha.

I hope these pieces leave you inspired to head to the beach.  I can't wait!  Have a wonderful Wednesday friends and happy Fourth of July!

xx,

~K

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NANTUCKET LIFE

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Have you ever been to a place so blissful you never wanted to leave? Ever.  For me that place is The Cape and most especially the sweet isle of Nantucket.  If you've never been let me paint you a picture and if you have been then you know...Imagine sun soaked mornings filled with the scent of the salt air amid the sprawling setting of gambrel roofs and flower filled verandas.  One home more beautiful than the other.  Local traffic consists of pastel bicycles, Wagoneers and patient seagulls in flight.  A place where there exists no sense of hurry and every day feels like Sunday.  This American oasis is rich in history and full of charm.  Summer is the perfect time to experience the feel of Massachusett's finest.  It's also the moment to bring some of this seaside charm right into your own home no matter where that may be.  One simple way to capture those seaside feels is with a nautical inspired pillow.  These shades of blue do the trick effortlessly for little investment.  Add some oceanside charm to your kitchen too with some pretty plates like these.  This set can be incorporated into any neutral decor with a splash.  I also love faux coral accent pieces.  This one is gorgeous and exactly what your tabletop is begging for.  Woven basket catchers in soft grey are the right spot to house books, extra pillows and a cozy throw for sea breeze nights.  Last, let your senses transport you to the sea with a delicious candle or room oil like this one.  I absolutely love the fresh summer feel it gives to my house and dare I say, I'm addicted, haha.

I hope these pieces leave you inspired to head to the beach.  I can't wait!  Have a wonderful Wednesday friends and happy Fourth of July!

xx,

~K

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Summer time hosting is in full swing and if you'll be spending any time staying with family or friends you've probably been asking yourself, "What can I bring?"  Well, these pretty picks will leave your gracious hostess feeling tickled pink and knowing you care. Standard go-tos get an upgrade whenever you add a personal touch.  Coasters and catch-alls go from nice to noteworthy when you add a monogram.  Honestly, I don't know if there's anything I love more.  It must be the way they channel my inner southern girl, haha.  These cheese board accessories are so pretty and the blush and gold combo is everything.  Not sure what her new decor looks like?  White always works and definitely provides the perfect backdrop for food and flowers to shine.  A wine rack is always a welcome addition to any home and the chic design of this one is just beautiful.  I recently picked one up for a friend  and she absolutely loved it!  Finally, a deliciously scented candle is always a most-appreciated sentiment and they are also usually what we all love most but hardly ever buy for ourselves.  

Hope everyone is enjoying a festive start to this July 4th week...Thanks for sharing a part of it with me!

xx,

~K

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GIFTS FOR THE SUMMER HOSTESS

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Summer time hosting is in full swing and if you'll be spending any time staying with family or friends you've probably been asking yourself, "What can I bring?"  Well, these pretty picks will leave your gracious hostess feeling tickled pink and knowing you care. Standard go-tos get an upgrade whenever you add a personal touch.  Coasters and catch-alls go from nice to noteworthy when you add a monogram.  Honestly, I don't know if there's anything I love more.  It must be the way they channel my inner southern girl, haha.  These cheese board accessories are so pretty and the blush and gold combo is everything.  Not sure what her new decor looks like?  White always works and definitely provides the perfect backdrop for food and flowers to shine.  A wine rack is always a welcome addition to any home and the chic design of this one is just beautiful.  I recently picked one up for a friend  and she absolutely loved it!  Finally, a deliciously scented candle is always a most-appreciated sentiment and they are also usually what we all love most but hardly ever buy for ourselves.  

Hope everyone is enjoying a festive start to this July 4th week...Thanks for sharing a part of it with me!

xx,

~K

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Happy Monday!  Despite the snowfall from coast to coast I couldn't resist sharing a little spring inspo with you all today.  I don't know about all of you but I've definitely been loving all things Rae Dunn lately.  Simple, clean, minimalist perfection so effortlessly presented in pottery with playful little sayings that capture the mood.  Pretty genius if you ask me.  Each time I head out to Home Goods it seems a whole new slew of sayings have been added to the collection.  No matter your mood or the occasion there's something that you want or make that need, haha.  These photos each show how easy it is to match your mood or theme to the kitchen decor.  While I have to admit it took me a second to get into the trend as I'm typically a white marble, rose gold, pink peony type of girl when it comes to decor...but there's just something so charming about this farmhouse chic that I simply adore.  Many companies have taken to the trend as well and there are lots of places to buy similar looks.  If you're looking for original collection pieces there are several spots where they can be found.  I love hitting up Home Goods for most of ,mine.  You can also give Kirklands, TJ Maxx and Marshall's a try.  Hunting them down is apart of the fun!  Hope everyone is having a happy Monday and staying warm inside!

x,

~K

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RAE DUNN LIFE

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Happy Monday!  Despite the snowfall from coast to coast I couldn't resist sharing a little spring inspo with you all today.  I don't know about all of you but I've definitely been loving all things Rae Dunn lately.  Simple, clean, minimalist perfection so effortlessly presented in pottery with playful little sayings that capture the mood.  Pretty genius if you ask me.  Each time I head out to Home Goods it seems a whole new slew of sayings have been added to the collection.  No matter your mood or the occasion there's something that you want or make that need, haha.  These photos each show how easy it is to match your mood or theme to the kitchen decor.  While I have to admit it took me a second to get into the trend as I'm typically a white marble, rose gold, pink peony type of girl when it comes to decor...but there's just something so charming about this farmhouse chic that I simply adore.  Many companies have taken to the trend as well and there are lots of places to buy similar looks.  If you're looking for original collection pieces there are several spots where they can be found.  I love hitting up Home Goods for most of ,mine.  You can also give Kirklands, TJ Maxx and Marshall's a try.  Hunting them down is apart of the fun!  Hope everyone is having a happy Monday and staying warm inside!

x,

~K

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Lately I've been so inspired to bring the beauty I see in fabrics, designs and colors into the house and home.  Happily, there is no shortage of sources for beautiful inspiration.  One incredible source who I admire so much is the multi-dimensional Joanna Gaines.  I only recently came to know her Fixer Upper series and have fallen in love!  Yes, I know, I'm late to the party, haha.  But really, is there anything that woman can't do?  I also adore some of the brilliantly talented women who I follow on Instagram and who make beautiful interiors their pastime in particular, is Randi Garrett of Randi Garrett Designs.  This woman embodies the essence of beauty at home.  Every inch of her home is flooded with gorgeous elegance and style.  Nearly every picture featured above is of her dreamy work.  White backdrops, soft colors, striking accents and personal touches work together to seamless create beauty within.  With a home that feels this inviting, one might never wish to go out, haha.  If you're looking for some pretty ways to feel happy at home, I've linked the sources for you below.  Happy Monday everyone!

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Happy at Home

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Lately I've been so inspired to bring the beauty I see in fabrics, designs and colors into the house and home.  Happily, there is no shortage of sources for beautiful inspiration.  One incredible source who I admire so much is the multi-dimensional Joanna Gaines.  I only recently came to know her Fixer Upper series and have fallen in love!  Yes, I know, I'm late to the party, haha.  But really, is there anything that woman can't do?  I also adore some of the brilliantly talented women who I follow on Instagram and who make beautiful interiors their pastime in particular, is Randi Garrett of Randi Garrett Designs.  This woman embodies the essence of beauty at home.  Every inch of her home is flooded with gorgeous elegance and style.  Nearly every picture featured above is of her dreamy work.  White backdrops, soft colors, striking accents and personal touches work together to seamless create beauty within.  With a home that feels this inviting, one might never wish to go out, haha.  If you're looking for some pretty ways to feel happy at home, I've linked the sources for you below.  Happy Monday everyone!

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Happy Monday and happy April!  I hope you all enjoyed a beautiful Easter and Passover with your family and loved ones.  Now, I am so excited that the new month is finally here and cannot wait for all the wonderful things ahead this spring.  With that, I am so over the moon with all the beautiful ways to decorate the home for springtime and warmer days ahead.  As much as I love fashion and styling tons of outfits and different looks, I also find that I'm gravitating more and more towards embracing my love of home decor.  I once entertained ideas of pursuing interior design and styling people's homes and that passion still lives in me.  It's amazing to me how many people love to have their homes designed and decorated by someone other than themselves.  I've always been happy to help.  

Today I've put together some of my favorite styles and looks from one of my favorite inspired creatives, Courtney from French Country Cottage.  Anyone who believes that a room isn't truly finished without a fresh bouquet of flowers and a chandelier is more than a little wonderful in my book, haha.  These images so perfectly depict the elegant yet earthy feel I love so much.  If you love them as much as me, you can find them all, plus so many other gorgeous sources of inspiration, right here.   I've also linked several of the pieces I'm craving right now in the thumbnails below.  Wishing you all the happiest of Mondays...message me your thoughts or leave them in the comment below!

xx,

~K

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Beauty at Home

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Happy Monday and happy April!  I hope you all enjoyed a beautiful Easter and Passover with your family and loved ones.  Now, I am so excited that the new month is finally here and cannot wait for all the wonderful things ahead this spring.  With that, I am so over the moon with all the beautiful ways to decorate the home for springtime and warmer days ahead.  As much as I love fashion and styling tons of outfits and different looks, I also find that I'm gravitating more and more towards embracing my love of home decor.  I once entertained ideas of pursuing interior design and styling people's homes and that passion still lives in me.  It's amazing to me how many people love to have their homes designed and decorated by someone other than themselves.  I've always been happy to help.  

Today I've put together some of my favorite styles and looks from one of my favorite inspired creatives, Courtney from French Country Cottage.  Anyone who believes that a room isn't truly finished without a fresh bouquet of flowers and a chandelier is more than a little wonderful in my book, haha.  These images so perfectly depict the elegant yet earthy feel I love so much.  If you love them as much as me, you can find them all, plus so many other gorgeous sources of inspiration, right here.   I've also linked several of the pieces I'm craving right now in the thumbnails below.  Wishing you all the happiest of Mondays...message me your thoughts or leave them in the comment below!

xx,

~K

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Merry Monday!  I hope you all had a fun time welcoming in the festive season this first weekend in December!  I spent part of mine enjoying some holiday cheer with friends, sharing sweet and savory sips and snacks.  The mood was perfect thanks to our wonderful and bubbly hostess!  Certain girls just make everyone feel welcome and one-hundred percent at home.  Friends like that deserve the absolute best  and when it comes to gifting, they always love pretty little pieces like these that I'm sharing today.  From catchy coasters to gorgeous linens, the home chefs in your life will adore these special picks.  These ombre pink napkins are so beautiful and truly seasonlesss as well.  Pair them with this tablecloth and some gold flatware and seasonal florals and you've got the makings of a fabulous tablescape.  Friends who love to read about food (or just drool over the delicious pictures!) will love getting books like The Cocktail Party from Mary Giuliani and Weekday, Weekend by Emma Chapman and Elsie Larson.  Sweet treats in pretty pastel colors are also on the domestic goddess' most-wished for list (especially ones put in a beautiful display box like these).  If you're feeling your sweet tooth kick in, or you just want to see more, I've linked these pieces for you down below.  I know your next party host will thank you!!  

Have a wonderful day, everyone!

xx,

~K

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Gifts for the Hostess

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Merry Monday!  I hope you all had a fun time welcoming in the festive season this first weekend in December!  I spent part of mine enjoying some holiday cheer with friends, sharing sweet and savory sips and snacks.  The mood was perfect thanks to our wonderful and bubbly hostess!  Certain girls just make everyone feel welcome and one-hundred percent at home.  Friends like that deserve the absolute best  and when it comes to gifting, they always love pretty little pieces like these that I'm sharing today.  From catchy coasters to gorgeous linens, the home chefs in your life will adore these special picks.  These ombre pink napkins are so beautiful and truly seasonlesss as well.  Pair them with this tablecloth and some gold flatware and seasonal florals and you've got the makings of a fabulous tablescape.  Friends who love to read about food (or just drool over the delicious pictures!) will love getting books like The Cocktail Party from Mary Giuliani and Weekday, Weekend by Emma Chapman and Elsie Larson.  Sweet treats in pretty pastel colors are also on the domestic goddess' most-wished for list (especially ones put in a beautiful display box like these).  If you're feeling your sweet tooth kick in, or you just want to see more, I've linked these pieces for you down below.  I know your next party host will thank you!!  

Have a wonderful day, everyone!

xx,

~K

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