Sparkling! We tend to lean toward the "more is more and less is a bore" mentality (Thanks, Iris!). At a recent art museum gala, here's an outfit that fit the theme and became unexpectedly versatile: {Not Me} A Rainbow Sequin Bomber Jacket paired with black pants and a back t-shirt. So easy! So simple! So … Continue reading Party Clothes Can Be So B(L)inding
These are a few of our favorite things…
Raindrops on rosesAnd whiskers on kittensBright copper kettles and warm woolen mittensBrown paper packages tied up with strings... With all the gift giving coming up, we thought it would be fun to gather with friends and celebrate our favorite things. Little treats and splurges that make our lives wonderful. Each guest was invited to bring … Continue reading These are a few of our favorite things…
Bloody Mary!
We recently treated our mom to a belated Mother's Day lunch at the Hotel Vandivort's restaurant, The Order. I've been bragging about their DIY bloody mary bar, and hot tamale, it was fun. Our server brought us a large glass of ice and Tito's, the rim salted to perfection. We took our glasses to the … Continue reading Bloody Mary!
A very merry unbirthday!
Maybe it's because our high school senior photos were less than stellar (hint: don't choose a photographer just because they offer a twin discount), or maybe it's because we wanted to have an excuse to get dressed up and have a fancy tea party. Whatever the reason is, it doesn't matter. We do recommend, … Continue reading A very merry unbirthday!
End of Year Lists: Books Read
It's been a busy summer, fall, and winter! As we gear into a season of hibernation (hello, hygge life), it's fun to look back over the last year and compartmentalize every detail into an end-of-year list. Maybe not every detail. But books, movies, food, drinks...things like that, yeah. We're no Obama, but here's the list … Continue reading End of Year Lists: Books Read
Cirque Americana x99
Each year, our marvelous Springfield Art Museum throws a party with a purpose, called "99x." The purpose is that the museum raises money to restore permanent pieces for the next 99 years. So clever! Both of us have been fortunate enough to put our creative crazy visions to work for the last two years. They … Continue reading Cirque Americana x99
Book Club Bingo!
The Mixed Print Bookclub is relatively new, as in, I think it's only met two or three times. But my other bookclub, Well Fed Head, has been meeting for about 15 years. FIFTEEN YEARS! The club originated from a local indie bookstore, Well Fed Head. Every month we meet, discuss, drink, laugh, and catch up. … Continue reading Book Club Bingo!
Backpack, Backpack
Remember when wearing backpacks with both straps on your shoulders was uncool? {photo via Slate article, which makes me SO HAPPY that there's been an investigative study} Personally, I was almost always a two-strapper, because it was just more comfortable. I had A LOT of books in those backpacks, because...well, I was a classic nerd. … Continue reading Backpack, Backpack
Easy Bruschetta
Living in the midwest affords us plenty of farm-fresh fare. This year, my family re-joined a CSA (community-supported agriculture) at Millsap Farms. We belonged a few years ago, and it was such an amazing experience. Each week we'd receive a box of fruits & vegetables. To offset the cost, we'd work the farm a few … Continue reading Easy Bruschetta
Not even Semi-Homemade
If you've been following along, you know we love to entertain. Part of the fun is menu crafting, deciding what to make from scratch, what to collaborate on with the grocery store, and what to just unpackage and put on a pretty plate. Last week Stephanie hosted a Bunco party for some friends, and because … Continue reading Not even Semi-Homemade
Bubbly in a Teacup 