I’ve always been a fan of a great at-home bar. I strongly believe it’s a must-learn life skill to mix up classic cocktails, and as an avid host, it’s important to provide an array...
Looking back on Easter as a child, I remember how excited I was to dig through my Easter basket. Full of chocolate bunnies, malt ball Easter eggs, Peeps, golden coins, and my favorite Cadbury...
Lets be honest, salads can be boring. So I’m always trying to think outside of the box to come up with salad recipes that I’ll thoroughly enjoy, but are beyond easy to make. Enter...
Lets be honest, salads can be boring. So I’m always trying to think outside of the box to come up with salad recipes that I’ll thoroughly enjoy, but are beyond easy to make. Enter...
People ask me all the time when decorating a home what will really give a space impact? What should I splurge on? And every time my answer is always the same. Lighting. Lighting can transform a space in ways no piece of furniture can. It’s the jewelry of the home. It’s the place your eye should immediately be drawn. It’s what gives a space warmth, and when done right can be equal parts functionality and art. I simply adore lighting, specifically these 12 pieces. truly, MKR
People ask me all the time when decorating a home what will really give a space impact? What should I splurge on? And every time my answer is always the same. Lighting. Lighting can transform a space in ways no piece of furniture can. It’s the jewelry of the home. It’s the place your eye should immediately be drawn. It’s what gives a space warmth, and when done right can be equal parts functionality and art. I simply adore lighting, specifically these 12 pieces. truly, MKR
This past weekend we had some of our closest friends in town from Chicago which meant all last week I ran around getting our home “guest ready”. You see, I take the act of hosting very seriously and hosting is really all about the prep work! Prep work I’ve got down to five simple steps – it starts with a cocktail (of course) and ends with breakfast. Five easy steps I thought I’d share with you Loves! truly, MKR
No. 1 – Ready the cocktails. After planes, trains, and automobiles your guests are likely a bit exhausted from the travel so greet them with a “house” cocktail and a proper toast to kick off what will hopefully be a relaxing and enjoyable stay. Might I suggest a Rose slushie, blackberry bourbon smash, or John Daly?
No. 2 – Prepare the guest room. This means fresh linens and towels, extra pillows, plenty of closet and drawer space, and fresh flowers on the nightstand is always an appreciated touch.
No. 3 – Create a guest room tray. As a guest there’s nothing worse than having to ask your host time and time again for items they may need or have forgotten. A fully stocked guest tray will eliminate the ask all together. Some suggested guest tray additions would be; water (sparkling and flat), a carafe, glasses, napkins, coasters, a candle, matches, Advil, magazines, and treats. I love wrapping treats such as trail mix and cookies in re-sealable packaging so if your guests don’t dig in during their stay they’ll have something to snack on at the airport.
No. 4 – Bathroom extras. The most forgotten items when traveling are toiletries. Therefore stock the bathroom with all of the necessities; toothbrushes, toothpaste, razors, shaving cream, shampoo, conditioner, face wash, lotion, perfume, and soap. And may I suggest buying the small individually wrapped soaps to avoid the half-used-leftover-from-the-guests-before-full-of-germs-soap.
No. 5 – Stock the fridge. It’s always best to check with your guests before arrival to make sure they don’t have any allergies or need any specific foods during their stay. Then fill your fridge with all of the standard items (milk, bread, coffee, wine, etc.) plus a few regional specialities they may not be able to get at home. For example we’ll have pimento cheese, BBQ of some sort, and homemade Southern biscuits (recipe right here!)
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