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NYFW Fave: Thom Browne

2015-09-15T14:23:00.000-05:00

I can't claim that I've been watching the NYFW runways obsessively, given that I've been pretty busy taking care of a 3 month old baby and being back at work full-time, but despite that I'm willing to bet that the only collection you NEED to see is from Thom Browne. Its just the right mix of geisha, Pippi Longstocking, and eccentric English garden party.

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Grilled Halloumi Cheese

2015-09-02T08:00:00.000-05:00

I love cheese in any form. Aged, smoked, crumbled, processed (even Provel): all a-ok with me under the right circumstances. I recently tried cheese in a form I'd never had before: grilled. Not slapped between two pieces of bread and toasted on a pan, cooked on an actual grill, by itself. Guess what? Turns out that I like cheese prepared that way too. Not just any kind of cheese will work for this, however. You need something with a high melting point, like Halloumi, which originates from Cypress, Served with grilled tomatoes over watermelon it makes for a nice end of summer appetizer and helps use up any remaining basil and mint you might have lying around.

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Rosé Spritzer

2015-08-18T08:00:00.000-05:00

We've officially made it to the lazy days of summer. It's just too hot to be very ambitious, especially when it comes to refreshment. This spritzer recipe is the perfect drink for a hot summer day and it is really simple to make, with only four ingredients.
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Date Night: Katie's Pizza and Pasta Osteria

2015-08-12T10:02:00.002-05:00

I've been a fan of Katie's Pizza in Clayton for a long time, so Katie's Pizza and Pasta in Rock Hill has been on my "Restaurants to Visit" list ever since it opened. Though the two are not technically a chain (one is owned by the actual Katie and one is owned by her father, our server was quick to inform us), anyone who loves the original Katie's is sure to love the new spot.

Your Nursing Wardrobe

2015-08-05T08:00:00.000-05:00

Nursing fashion is an oxymoron. All clothes made specifically for nursing are hideous, and worse, make it very obvious to anyone who sees you that you are nursing. No one wears a shirt with snaps all over the front of it unless they need to whip their boobs out super fast to quiet a screaming newborn. If you are like me, you won't really care what anyone thinks of how you look the the first few weeks after having a baby, but eventually things begin to normalize (thankfully) and when that happens you will want some clothes you can leave the house in. Unfortunately, actual clothes shopping will be the last thing you want to do, so it pays to be prepared. Here are some ideas!

Roscoe Update

2015-07-27T08:00:00.000-05:00

Long time, no blog. Over the past week or so, I've been recovering from gall bladder surgery, so I haven't been able to find much time for writing. I'm hoping that changes soon. In the meantime, here are some of the latest pictures of my sweet baby Roscoe. I feel like he's getting so big already!

Mango Lassi Frozen Yogurt

2015-07-07T08:00:00.000-05:00

I've started daydreaming about desserts I want to make but don't have time to: elaborate layer cakes, pies, really anything that involves more than three steps. But I keep reminding myself that summer isn't the time for slaving over a hot oven anyway, it's the time for ice creams and popsicles and froyo! Luckily, I have quite a few backlogged recipes for frozen treats that I've been meaning to try, like this Mango Lassi Frozen Yogurt. It manages to be tart, sweet, and just a touch salty all at once, the perfect summer refresher. You can choose to go with low fat yogurt in this recipe if you want, but you won't get that Mango Lassi richness.
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Newborn Essentials

2015-07-01T08:00:00.000-05:00

Before you have a baby you obsess about buying everything you could possibly need, and then after you have the baby you come to the shocking realization that half of the stuff you thought you needed is completely unnecessary or won't actually be useful until your baby is six months to a year old. So moms to be, listen up, I'm here reporting from the other side on the stuff you actually need to get through the first month of having a baby, or at least, the stuff that has been the most useful to me.
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Creative Cocktails from the Planter's House

2015-06-23T09:43:00.000-05:00

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My in-laws were in town this past weekend, and they were kind enough to watch Roscoe while my husband and I went out for a little belated anniversary dinner at the Planter's House. I had been meaning to visit since it opened up over a year ago, but I hadn't gotten a chance before I got pregnant and after I was pregnant there didn't seem to be much point in going to a place that is all about the cocktails. Yes, cocktails! Welcome back to my life, booze. I have missed you.

Garden Inspiration: Hydrangeas

2015-06-18T10:30:00.000-05:00

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Buttons and Bows'

Hydrangeas are my favorite flower, and they are currently blooming in my neighborhood. Here are a few gorgeous options if you are thinking about adding hydrangeas to your garden. Most varieties prefer a shady or partially sunny spot.

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Gooey Butter Cake with Orange Liqueur

2015-06-16T11:00:00.000-05:00

It was really just a matter of time until I got around to sharing a gooey butter cake recipe on the blog, as it is the unofficial dessert of St. Louis, where I make my home, and also a dessert that I've loved eating my whole life. There is nothing else quite like it. In the traditional recipe, the crust is made with a yeast dough, but that isn't the gooey butter cake most people have tried. Everyone I know uses the yellow cake mix shortcut, which is not only easier, some say its even tastier than the traditional version. One of these days I'm going to have to make the traditional recipe just so I know for sure which I prefer, but until I have more time on my hands, I'm sticking with the tried and true. I spiced things up a bit by adding a little Grand Marnier: not enough that it tastes blatantly boozy, but just so it has a subtle hint of orange. You can substitute any orange liqueur if you don't have Grand Marnier.

Cold Brewed Iced Coffee

2015-06-11T08:00:00.000-05:00

With a newborn at home, I'm looking for any possible ways to shorten my morning routine. One way I've found is making a batch of cold brewed iced coffee so that I have my caffeine needs met on demand. It takes just minutes to whip up a batch that will last all week long.
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Roscoe's Birth Story

2015-06-09T14:20:00.000-05:00

You may have noticed that I didn't have any new blog posts last week. That was because I was busy bringing my son, Roscoe, into the world. Or rather, pushing him into the world with all I had. When I was pregnant, I really enjoyed reading about other people's birth stories, so I thought I would share my experience.

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Toasted Banana Bread with Whipped Cream Cheese and Pineapple

2015-05-28T08:00:00.000-05:00

Once bananas in our house reach a certain level of brownness, they will never be eaten in the traditional fashion. At that point, I peel them and throw them in a plastic bag in my freezer until I'm ready to make something out of them. Over the holiday weekend I decided to use up my bounty of frozen bananas by baking some banana bread. I tried a new recipe, which was pretty delicious on its own, but topping a toasted slice with cream cheese and pineapple takes it to another level.

DIY Lazy Stripe Phone Case

2015-05-26T08:00:00.000-05:00

So I saw this phone case from Anthropologie a while ago, and I've been thinking about trying to make my own ever since. I already had a clear case and some Radiant Orchid paint that I've been trying to use, I just needed two more complimentary paint colors, a paint brush, and some time to craft. This past weekend the stars aligned and I was finally able to make it happen.

Modern Lullaby Playlist

2015-05-21T08:00:00.000-05:00

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I'm working on expanding my lullaby repertoire. "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" and "Rock-a-bye Baby" are going to get old pretty quick, I think. Here is a playlist of songs that, while not technically lullabies, will probably do the trick. Plus, I can get an early start on sharing some of my favorite musical artists with my son.

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Cook Once, Eat Twice Turkey Sausage and Goat Cheese Lasagna

2015-05-19T08:00:00.000-05:00

I've officially entered the most tedious part of pregnancy, the final weeks. All of the major preparations are finished, the baby is considered full-term, so now I'm just waiting for him to decide he's ready to come out into the world. No telling when that might happen. In the meantime I'm doing all the things women in the last weeks of their pregnancy are expected to do: pack their bags for the hospital, go on lots of walks, sleep as much as possible, and oh yes, make freezer meals. My favorite kind of freezer meal is an eat some now and eat some later meal; I don't want to work on something for two hours just to put it in the freezer to enjoy weeks from now. I need some instant gratification. This also happens to be my favorite lasagna recipe ever. The turkey sausage keeps things from getting too heavy, and the goat cheese adds a nice tangy element.

Buster's Bunny Nursery

2015-05-14T08:00:00.000-05:00

I shared my nursery earlier this week; today I have the pleasure of sharing my sister Molly's! I think I can speak for her and say we have really enjoyed experiencing the joys of pregnancy at the same time, especially the decorating part. Molly's husband, Bill, even got in on the fun, creating the above pennant welcoming their son, Buster, to his new room.
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Roscoe's High Contrast Moon and Stars Nursery/Office

2015-05-12T14:30:00.000-05:00

Months of planning and posts on my inspirations have finally paid off in the form of a finished nursery! I'm very happy with the final space, and I hope our little guy (who, by the way, we're planning to call Roscoe) will be too.

Felt Moon and Stars Mobile DIY

2015-05-07T08:00:00.000-05:00

Last week I shared some adorable mobiles that I considered buying for my nursery. However, after much deliberation, I decided to make my own instead. I looked at a lot of other mobile DIYs before I found this picture which ended up serving as the inspiration for my moon and stars mobile. All of the materials cost me under $15, which is a lot less than what you will spend if you buy a mobile, trust me. Best of all, it is EASY to make. Really easy. I promise.

Tres Leches Cake

2015-05-05T08:00:00.000-05:00

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo today? In addition to your margaritas and your tacos, you might want a little dessert. If that is the case, I have a recommendation for you: Tres Leches Cake! If you are unfamiliar, it is basically a vanilla sponge cake drenched with milk (evaporated, sweetened condensed, and half and half) covered in whipped cream, and in my version, fruit. It is muy, muy delicioso!

Glam Garden Accessories

2015-04-30T08:00:00.000-05:00

Metallic decor has been popular for a while now, but now the trend is spreading to your garden. Here is a selection of gold, copper, and silver planters, pots, and more to make your garden a little more glam.

Mod Small Metal Planter from Urban Outfitters

Nursery Mobile Inspiration

2015-04-28T08:00:00.000-05:00

I've been on the hunt for just the right mobile for my nursery for months. After searching high and low for something that matched my color scheme (black, white and yellow) as well as my theme (moon and stars), I've decided just to try making my own. But, I don't want all the work I did searching for mobiles to go to waste, so I'm going to share all the awesome ones I found with you!

Star Mobile from Etsy

Au Naturale

2015-04-23T08:00:00.000-05:00

I think I may have multiple decor personality disorder. I'm generally a maximalist when it comes to design; I like bright colors, mixing patterns, and lots of accessories. But lately I've been feeling the neutral, minimalist vibe a little bit more, which is where natural fibers like rattan and raphia shine the most. Here are the pieces inspiring me to keep things au naturale.

Black and White Nursery Art

2015-04-21T08:00:00.000-05:00

Etsy is pretty much unbeatable when it comes to finding inexpensive art for your home. I've been searching high and low for black and white moon or space themed artwork for the past few months to use in my nursery, and all of the pieces I've ended up purchasing are from Etsy. Here are a few of my favorites.

Constellation Print from MelindaWoodDesigns