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How to Make Buttercream Berries and Rosehips
You know how much I love to forage for supplies to make floral arrangements, but why not consider those same possibilities in buttercream form? With that thought in mind, I set out to make an Autumn cake with botanical items of the season made in nothing but...
A Visit to the Peninsula Paris Hotel
A recent stay at The Peninsula Hotel in Paris made my trip one to remember. I thought you might like a little tour! The hotel itself is stunning and the service is over the top. Staying at such a beautiful hotel, in such an aesthetically pleasing city is almost...
Afternoon Tea at the Peninsula Paris Hotel
Whenever I visit a big city I try to make time to enjoy afternoon tea at a beautiful location. Since I was staying at The Peninsula in Paris, I knew I'd want take the time to schedule tea for one of the afternoons during my visit. It's so nice to be able to get ready...
Shopping for Perfume in Paris
As a part of my girly trip to Paris, I thought it'd be so fun to go perfume shopping and find a new scent as a special souvenir from my trip for one. Because of my love for great aesthetics in all things, I settled on visiting L'Officine Universelle which has been...
Which Paris Macaron is Best?
Although in the U.S. we hear much more about the famous Parisian Laduree macarons than any others, there is a little bit of chatter about their macaron vs. the Pierre Herme macarons. There seems to be a lot of debate about which macaron is best, so when in Paris, I...
Sleepless, Inspired, and Rescued! in Paris
My first night in Paris was a bit restless so I got a slow start to my Saturday, but a slow start was actually pretty great. I ordered breakfast in and after trying a bite from 4? 5? different pastries and breads and enjoying a wonderful egg white omelet with herbs...
IT'S ME, SERENA!
In 2002, I was dreaming of creating a fun and happy little event to sell my vintage and handmade goods. In 2002, I held my first event in my neighbor's barn along with a handful of friends. The sale became wildly popular and began attracting visitors from across the country and recognition in national magazines. Today The Farm Chicks Vintage & Handmade Fair fills the Spokane County Fairgrounds and features hundreds of creatively and carefully curated spaces packed with vintage and handmade goods. Many describe it as a bucket list event, magical, inspirational, and the best event of its kind in the USA. I describe it as the best weekend of the year!
ALL ABOUT THE FAIR
The Farm Chicks 2013 Poster
I'm starting to get butterflies for The Farm Chicks. It's coming up in June. Come forage for finds! MEET SERENA! Stay-at-home mom, Serena Thompson, dreamed of creating a fun and happy little event to sell her vintage and handmade goods. In 2002, she and some friends...
Advice on Being Healthy in Business and Life
Although I grew up with no television, I remember my mom talking about Candid Camera. She'd watched the show as a teenager and always loved it. She believed that laughter was the best medicine. And I remember her describing episodes and laughing until she cried when...
Cotton Candy Balloons!
Every year, I love creating a fun photo opportunity for visitors at the entrance of The Farm Chicks Fair. This year, I crafted a big bunch of cotton candy balloons, DIY'd to look like they were balloons made out of cotton candy. For me, cotton candy is fun. And happy....
AROUND THE HOME
How to Make Buffet Food Markers
When you're hosting a party, something that you'll need to do is identify the foods that are being offered for your guests to see. These flowery food markers are a pretty way to label your buffet and potluck dishes. One of the things I learned while growing up with...
How to Make an Apple Blossom Floral Arrangement
The wild apple blossoms are so beautiful right now. It's the perfect time to gather a bunch and make a beautiful floral arrangement or two. The remnants of our country's early pioneer days are evident as you drive the roads near our home. It's common to see wild apple...
Decorating for a Party in an Event Center
We celebrated my friend Serina's birthday this weekend. (Yes, we have the same name) and I thought it'd be fun to share the common challenges of decorating for a party at an event center when the location decor conflicts with the party decor and what can be done to...
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