If you’re an Austinite, Uchiko needs no explanation — the centrally located Japanese farmhouse dining & sushi restaurant is legendary around these parts, and happens to be my personal go-to spot for just about any special occasion (It’s President’s Day, you say? Guess we have to celebrate at Uchiko!) Both Uchi and Uchiko have been… read more
The Thanksgiving Table :: Hank & Hunt
The third and final craft maven to grace our Thanksgiving DIY mini-series is none other than Jenny Batt of Hank & Hunt. If you think this is your first introduction to Jenny’s talents, think again — this crafty mama is the genius behind some of the most loved DIYs in the blogosphere (see for yourself!),… read more
Entertaining with :: Ann Lowe
If there was an Ann Lowe fan club, I’d be a charter member. This creative gal-about-town is so multitalented that you’d almost hate her… if she wasn’t so darn sweet and lovable. She’s an interior designer, prop stylist and culinary artiste, and no doubt has a few other hidden talents of which I’m not even… read more
Pretty Simple :: Everyday Smoky Eye
The smoky eye still stands to be one of the most requested “how to’s” I hear from clients. Martha Lynn here, and I’m super excited to finally let you in on the tips and tricks I use to create this gorgeous, but still laid-back look. Best of all, this technique can be used to update your everyday… read more
Transformed :: A Gilded-Edge Desk
Things have been changing over at my little abode: my dear roommate, Chanel, recently moved out, leaving my second bedroom empty and full of possibility. I’ve decided to transform the space into a much-needed home office, and I’ve got my work cutout for me! First thing’s first: a desk that’s simple, inexpensive, and has a… read more
My Life, Styled :: Out & About in Fall
I don’t know what the weather’s been like where you are, but here in LA the past couple of weeks have been all over the map! We were in the 90′s one day last week and then two days later down in the 40′s… how is a girl supposed to dress appropriately?! It’s certainly been… read more
Tuesday Tastings :: Golden Beet & Grape Salad
Let’s face it: salad’s can be brimming-with-flavor; the perfect vessels for creative ingredient combinations… or they can be, well, just salads. I consider it a personal challenge to make mine the former, and I truly believe that an interesting salad can be a show-stopping first-course on the holiday table. For the “Snowed-In Dinner Party” we threw with… read more
Monochromatic Monday :: Persimmon
If you’ve never tasted a persimmon, please add it to the top of your to-do list this week. They’re in their prime ripeness this time of year, and the flavor is really unlike any other fruit. I first fell in love with the small orange delights during my time in Israel years ago, where they… read more
The Thanksgiving Table :: Mer Mag
Up next in our star-studded Thanksgiving DIY series is Merrilee Liddiard, author of Mer Mag and crafty mom to three of the cutest kids I’ve ever seen. She put together this precious project that’s just as easy as it is adorable… without further ado, take it away Merrilee! My kids love having fun, festive entertainment at the… read more
Featured On… Cooking Channel!
If fussy china and cornucopias give you chills you’ll love the modern Thanksgiving table we created for our latest “Party in Five” installment on Cooking Channel. Taking inspiration from classic gingham and wheat, our updated Thanksgiving dinner features an elegantly simple tabletop with a modernized menu to match. Perfect for the daring hostess who’s not… read more
