There is something about decorating outdoors that makes Halloween feel even more magical. Nature gives you the perfect backdrop. Branches, leaves, shadows, and the changing light can transform even a simple table. For this Halloween setting, we hung a chandelier from the branches above the table. A black tablecloth, a delicate branch wreath, and candlelight […]
The moment September arrives, everything changes. The weather begins to cool. The stores fill with pumpkins, sweaters, candles, and Halloween decorations. Suddenly, fall is everywhere, but for me, there is one thing that officially starts the season. Pumpkin cheese fondue It has become an annual tradition, and honestly, I look forward to it every year. […]
There is something magical about the hour between day and night. The light softens. The air cools. The world seems to slow down. Golden hour is already beautiful & has its own kind of magic. It feels quieter, more intimate, and somehow more romantic. So when we had the chance to enjoy an evening by […]
Some product ideas start with a trend, others with a memory. These two started with places that have been part of my life for years. New York City & Philadelphia have both played an important role for creative inspiration. Since I live between them, I have spent years working, learning, exploring, and finding inspiration in […]
There is something special about getting together with friends and making something beautiful. You don’t need a special occasion or a complicated plan. Just gather a few friends for an afternoon or evening together. A Creative Girls Night I love the idea of turning a simple girls’ night into a creative gathering. For this one, […]
Some television shows entertain us for a season. Others become part of our lives. For me, that show is Ted Lasso. When the series first premiered, I immediately became a huge fan of the show and my favorite character, Roy Kent. Underneath all of the colorful language and permanent scowl was one of the most […]
Some of my favorite ideas begin as simple experiments. This week, I wanted to create a new flavor infusion with bright citrus and soft lavender, balanced with my (one of my favorite) Angostura bitter sugar. I infused the oranges, lavender & bitters with vodka, then added orange-mango juice before freezing the mixture to test the […]
Sometimes the best plans are the ones you almost didn’t make. The original plan was simply to meet at the park. Honestly, I figured we’d grab something to eat afterward. But when I thought about the beautiful view, I couldn’t imagine letting that setting go to waste. One thing I almost always have tucked away in […]
One of the questions I get asked most is how I decide which products become part of the Craft Cocktail Infusions collection. The short answer? Nothing is ever set in stone. One of the things I enjoy most about owning a creative business is that every product begins as an idea. Sometimes it becomes exactly […]
Not every getaway requires a suitcase, a hotel reservation, or days of planning. Sometimes, all it takes is a carefully selected basket, a favorite destination close to home, and the willingness to slow down. Day trip to Recharge In a culture that often tells us a vacation has to be extravagant to be worthwhile, we’ve […]
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