Molten Lava

For New Year's Eve a friend made individual warm molten lava cakes for each of us. I died! Heaven! I am drooling just thinking about it. Since then I have been on a mission to make them at one of my future fetes. Dessert size ramekins - check! (Crate and Barrel). I have now found a deliciously simple recipe HERE. 

Photos: Town and Country Travel and Pioneer Woman

Not So Mellow Yellow

Yellow is so cheery, but I never use it when I decorate or entertain. Perhaps I should reconsider?

Images: Benjamin Dhong Interiors, Ariela Chezar, The Little Corner, Tiny White Daisies

Downton Abbey Cocktails

Did you get caught up in Downton Abbey fever? I certainly did and enjoyed every episode in Seasons One and Two. Highclere Castle (the real Downton Abbey) is open to the public and can be hired for private events and weddings.

But in case you can't make it across the pond, then perhaps host your party with cocktails inspired by the sisters?

The Edith - the often overshadowed middle sister. Who is part sweet and part sour! RECIPE  

The Mary - a crisp cocktail with a bit of a bite. Just like Lady Mary! RECIPE

And last, but certainly not least, (and my favorite sister) The Sybil. This sweet sophisticated cocktail is just like the youngest Crawley. RECIPE

Cheers!

Photos: Nooks, Turrets and Towers, PBS, Enchanted Serenity Period Films Blogspot, Gregory Han

Pansies Please

Images: Jenny Hobick Blog, Martha Stewart, Pinterest, Squidoo

Peony Pink

Images: Tiny White Daisies, Romantic Domestic Blogspot, Martha Stewart, Brideorama, Emformarvelous, Bbrooks, I Suwanee, Elle Decor

Pack Your Bags

Wedding season is around the corner which means frequent weekend trips. Every person should travel in style and my new luggage from AME AND LULU fits the bill!  Love! 

They also make other items in adorable prints that would make great gifts for a hostess or a friend.

Yoga mats

Diaper Bags

Toiletries and Make Up Bags

Even chic tennis racquet covers