Some traditions DO need to be spruced up and some of the best examples are found in the ‘land of wedding.’
How many of you have attended a bridal shower and been bored stiff? Add two to the count because we’re included in those who answered “yes!”
From our experience, the best showers are those that [...]
Archive for March, 2008
Kicking the Clothes-pin to the Curb
Posted in Polished Finds, tagged bridal shower, crafts, jewelry, vintage, wedding on March 28, 2008 | No Comments »
Tickled Pink
Posted in Inspired on March 26, 2008 | 1 Comment »
You know those days when everything just clicks? Well, I had one of those days last Friday. Not only was it a holiday (a day off is always nice), I was away for the weekend enjoying the Florida sun. Just as I was about to have lunch at one of my favourite places ever, I [...]
Pineapple Mimosas
Posted in How to's, Inspired on March 25, 2008 | No Comments »
Sometimes adding a little polish is very simple.
This past weekend during a festive afternoon over Easter, I opted to serve Pineapple Mimosas. I simply adore anything to do with champagne because the beverage is classic, delicious and elevates any event.
In a sparkling flute I mixed 3 oz of Prosecco with 3 oz of pineapple juice and garnished the glass with a [...]
Freshen Up Furniture
Posted in Polished Finds on March 20, 2008 | No Comments »
It’s official, I have spring fever.
As I look forward to spring cleaning in the next few weeks (yes, some of us crazy people actually look forward to it) I’m realizing that I’m itching to clean some things right out of my house. It’s time for fresh pillows, new carpets, trendy furniture and a whole new colour [...]
Tea for Two
Posted in Polished Finds on March 18, 2008 | 3 Comments »
As an early Easter present to my mom, I treated us to tea on Sunday at the Four Seasons. Since it was such a great experience, I knew I had to post about it.
Although the dining space itself is less charming, I would argue that it gives the more well known tea at the Windsor [...]
Spade for Spring
Posted in Polished Finds on March 14, 2008 | No Comments »
It’s time for something pretty.
Spring presents a fresh start and what better way to celebrate this new season than with a pretty new piece of crystal. This beautiful Bell Boulevard V Shaped Bowl by Kate Spade is the perfect purchase for spring!
Toss a few fresh green apples in it for table decor, or pile freshly baked [...]
Picture Perfect
Posted in Inspired, tagged cupcakes, mail, pictures on March 8, 2008 | No Comments »
I really love getting old fashioned mail. There’s nothing quite like opening your mailbox and seeing a pretty envelope that’s been addressed by hand. I don’t know anyone who doesn’t find that at least a little bit exciting.
There are times however when email really does solve everything. Today, while feeling a bit blue from our [...]
What Spring Can’t Do…
Posted in Inspired, tagged centrepieces, hot chocolate, pearls, polish, roasted chicken, style, winter on March 5, 2008 | No Comments »
Here in Toronto, we’re on the cusp of our 45th snow storm this winter. Okay…I’m being slightly dramatic. It’s not been quite that bad - but almost.
Everyone I know in this town is suffering from major winter blues. Too little sun and too much cold causes us to eat too much comfort food in the [...]
RSVP, Please!
Posted in Etiquette, tagged hosting, manners, Party, party etiquette, polish, RSVP, weddings on March 2, 2008 | No Comments »
There are a few rules of etiquette that, when not followed properly, really get my blood boiling. One of these is the failure to RSVP to an event.
Those of you out there who have planned a wedding, big birthday party or other larger scale celebration know that having an accurate count of your guests [...]
