I always love to add a special hand-touch to the items I own, whether it’s my clothing, accessories, or home décor items. I’ve always thought that wood burning would be a cool and fun way to do this, and I finally tried it! I used this decorative technique three different ways, and now I can’t stop. Read on to see what I made – and how. Read More
It’s hard to hear “gourd” without thinking autumn. Read More
Fall fashion has always been my favorite. We can layer up and get cozy, yet the weather is still moderate enough to bare some skin (thigh highs, yes!). At the beginning of every season, it’s really helpful (and fun) to acquire a few select wardrobe essentials to upgrade your looks for that season. Today we asked west coast writer Amy to share 4 Free People closet essentials that we’re loving this fall. Read More
Now that the leaves are just beginning to change color where we are in Philadelphia, it’s the perfect time to bring some into home as a form of décor. What I really love about decorating with leaves is that it’s a short-lived thing. Leaves only change color for a short period of time, and once you pluck them from a tree, it’s only a matter of time before they dry up. This forces us to really appreciate every moment of beauty that these colored pieces of nature give to us. Here are two ways I love to decorate my walls with autumn tree leaves. Read More
As the warm summer breeze gives way to the cooler, crisp air of fall, changes in nature occur noticeably around us. Read More
I spent last weekend on Long Island, where I grew up. Yesterday, as I was preparing for my drive back down to Philly, my sister asked me if I wanted to join her for a walk. “It doesn’t have to be long,” she said. “I just need to be outside.” And so we walked. Read More
Update: This post originally ran June 18, 2013, but we’ve been craving a sweet fall dessert, and this is a perfect — and healthy — option!
Chocolate mousse is a beautiful thing. It’s light and delicious and can be enjoyed alone or with fruit, cake, cookies, and a million other things. Today we’re sharing an incredibly simple recipe for chocolate mousse – and it’s vegan! Read More
Update: This post originally ran on July 25, 2013, but we love this beauty trick and wanted to make sure that you all had a chance to see it!
Cracked eye shadow is such a bummer. So many times I’ve gotten my hands on a color I love, used it a bit, thrown it in my bag, and then all of a sudden it’s ruined! I try to salvage as much of it as I can, but it just ends up getting everywhere. This got me thinking… there has to be a way to correct this mistake without buying an entirely new eye shadow. And there is. Read More
Update: This post originally ran August 21, 2013, but as the weather cools down we’ve been craving something warm. This is the perfect recipe for fall!
I recently made some major changes to my diet – giving up wheat, dairy, and refined sugar – in an effort to heal digestive and skin ailments that have been affecting me for quite some time. When deciding on a meal plan for the first week, I was suddenly reminded of this amazing ingredient I had read about: nutritional yeast. Read More
Cleaning your jewelry is the perfect way to give an older piece a fresh, new look. I have certain pieces that I wear almost every day, and I never realize how tarnished they’ve become until I give them a nice cleaning. Today I have a recipe for a homemade jewelry cleaner that can be made with materials that you’re likely to already have in your home. It’s incredible how well this cleaner actually works, and it only takes 10 minutes! Read More
It’s incredible to learn what certain foods can do to our bodies. Food is how we fuel ourselves, and I think it’s really important to view food in that way – as an energy source. Having this perspective on food causes us to make the effort to supply our bodies with the best ingredients, making us feel excellent – both physically and mentally. I was recently researching methods for improving memory, and realized that the food we eat plays a big role in this. Read on to discover 4 foods that will help improve your memory – plus some ideas on how to incorporate each one into your diet! Read More
Update: This post originally ran April 8, 2013, but we wanted to bring it back in hopes that it would offer some home decor inspiration as we move from summer to fall!
Our senior graphic designer has one of the most gorgeous homes I’ve ever visited. It’s a brightly lit loft with tremendously high ceilings, and it’s filled with treasures she’s picked up over the years. Every piece she owns seems to have its own story; a memory that brings a smile to her face – and that’s one of the main reasons her home is such a joy to be in. Read More