I'm advising everyone to make this 4th of July a low-key holiday. Plan a picnic of social distance BBQ with a small group of friends or stay at home and watch the Macy's fireworks on TV. Just because there are no big parties, doesn't mean you can't create something beautiful. ...read more
To inspire floral designs and create a few of my own, I have been honing my creativity and arranging more flowers at home. Whether it's for a dinner party, or simply to make your house more vibrant, flowers are always a good idea. Related: 5 Impressive DIY Floral Designs for ...read more
Winter is rough. (Okay, Nicole, I know you're reading this and developing multiple counter arguments about snow, skis, family and fun. I hear you, and I get it.) But still--winter is mostly rough. I need Vitamin D. The lack of sunshine and greenery messes with my emotional ...read more
Last week, my husband was moving our lawn when he bumped into the toy barbecue we keep outside for the kids. Suddenly, he was surrounded by flying, buzzing bugs. He thought they were tiny gnats until one by one they started to sting. Nope, those weren't harmless flies, they were ...read more
I love having fresh flowers throughout my home. They brighten up every room, bringing a pop of color, some much-needed sunshine and a hint of fragrance. I make a trip to Trader Joe's weekly to pick up a few affordable bouquets of beautiful blooms. And while I heart my TJ's ...read more
If April flowers bring May showers, we should be reaping the rewards any day now. And dryer, sunnier, warmer weather can't come soon enough. I don't know about you, but I'm desperate for some Vitamin D and Vitamin Sea! I had a baby six weeks ago--so I'm finally emerging from my ...read more
We shared some easy and chic tablescape inspiration for your July Fourth celebrations, but we left one must-have off the list... Flowers. Summer is in full bloom and we can't have an alfresco fete without fabulous florals decorating every corner, table, and planting pot. While ...read more
Spring is in the air... Well, almost. It's the end of February and the tail end of winter and we are counting the days until warmer weather, sunshine, and _ becomes the norm. We've had a few previews--(anyone else in the tri-state area LOVE that unexpended record-breaking ...read more
Summer of 2017... It’s been an epic one—chock-full of family fun, exhilarating travel, and all-around adventure. We’ve been on-the-go, out and about, and enjoying every memorable moment. As the season winds down, we’re putting away our passports (at least, temporarily!) and ...read more
Peony season is fleeting. The gorgeous pretty-in-pink flowers will probably only be around for another week or so. Ah, but it was a gorgeous month of big, beautiful blooms. Le sigh. I was in the North Fork of Long Island this past weekend, and stopped at a farm stand that was ...read more
Spring flowers are in full bloom! Everywhere I turn I see a bounty of stunning colors and shapes and sizes. The scenic seasonal ambiance is abundant and beautiful. The pique of the season is stunning but fleeting. Thankfully, April Showers bring May flowers--so we still have ...read more
Rosé tea, fresh flowers, and a brand new journal—this is my Saturday evening in a nutshell. It’s pretty much perfect, right? (Actually, I wanted pink peonies, but alas the store was out of my favorite spring bloom.) I know the whole scene is fairly clichéd, but I don’t care. ...read more
Writing about motherhood is a rather daunting undertaking... There really are no words that adequately summarize what it means to be a mom— how it feels to hold your child for the first time or what it's like to watch your babies grow into independent little people. It's magical. ...read more
I was raised by a single mom. And as anyone knows who is a single parent, or has been raised by one, it's the toughest, yet most rewarding job in the world. You take on the role of both parents, so unless you're lucky enough to have a village helping you, there's no rest for the ...read more
I laugh when I think about my pre-parenting days. I was so naive. I thought had so much on my plate as a hotshot NYC editor. There were meetings to make, emails to draft, professional events to attend, red carpets to cover, features to write, business trips to be taken, and ...read more
Get ready to do something adorable and on the cheap! These mini canvas flowers require simple techniques that this tutorial will guide you through. Here's what you need: Felt in a variety of colors Mini canvases Paint in a variety of colors Paintbrush Hot glue gun Scissors ...read more
We had a 50-degree day this past week. Compared to the below-freezing temps we’ve been averaging here in New York City, it felt positively balmy. It was enough to inspire me to break out my trench coat from the back of my closet and wear a pair of ballet flats for errands (the ...read more
We love the holiday season for the fun parties and get-togethers. Decor makes up such a huge element for the holidays where we love to showcase festive and fun looks with flowers. During our recent Momtrends Holiday Event, we learned how to showcase the ultimate in holiday ...read more
Emily Thompson brings a sculptural element to all her floral designs. The Brooklyn florist, has quite an impressive portfolio of clients --including Michelle Obama. The down-to-earth Vermonter was raised to embrace rough and tumble beauty. After some schooling on the East Coast, ...read more
