Monogram Etiquette 

Adding a monogram to goods, be it a beautiful linen napkin or set of travel packing squares adds a special and custom touch. To help you the next time you wish to monogram a gift or something for yourself, I created a simple guide with modern etiquette in mind.

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Wonderous Wallpaper

We recently completed a massive home renovation project and had the joy of wallpapering several rooms (the playroom is next on our list!). While reserved for the most special spaces and rooms where you want to create a wow factor, wallpaper adds color, texture, and dimension, making a guest bath or dining room into a […]

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Claiborne Swanson Frank’s Enchanting Home

A dreamy French country estate nestled in the bucolic neighborhoods of Greenwich, Connecticut, Claiborne Swanson Frank’s recently renovated home captures the true meaning of modern elegance.

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The Joy of Dressing Boys

I absolutely love dressing my boys (proud boy mom here!) and have always had so much fun shopping for them. And after years of hunting for the right fit, material, and style, I have a list of go-to brands that I adore and always turn to. 

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Table Setting Etiquette

We enjoy hosting dinner parties throughout the year (especially in the summer), and before each one I truly enjoy setting a special table for our guests. Here I share casual, semi-formal and formal settings so you will be prepared as both guest and host for any dining situation. 

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Hosting A Dinner Party Checklist 

Hosting A Dinner Party Checklist  2-4 weeks ahead: 1-2 weeks ahead: 1 week ahead: 2 days ahead: 1 day ahead:  Day of:

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Clean Beauty Favorites

Since becoming a mom almost 10 years ago, my passion for clean beauty and bath products has only grown. Just as I strive to eat healthy and organic most days, I also aim to buy personal care goods that are made with high quality and pure ingredients. Nourishing, fresh, and clean beauty products fill my […]

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Pretty Plates

I love to fill our home with meaningful pieces we will enjoy and cherish for many years to come. Here are a few that I have on my wish list!

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Setting a Beautiful Table with Pommegrante Inc.

When setting the table for our family (or a relaxed yet beautiful meal with friends), I often choose block print linens, like these stunning ones from Pomegranate Inc. I instantly fell in love with the Gaya Cobalt’s blue and white design – my favorite color combination and one you can find throughout our home.

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Children’s Birthday Party Checklist 

Take the stress out of planning a childs’s birthday party with this detailed, week by week guide.

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Hosting A Bridal Shower Checklist

Take the fuss out of planning a a bridal shower with this detailed, week by week guide.

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Thank You Note Etiquette

From start to stamp… A thank you note formula you can trust as well as a few tips to remember.

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