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Thanksgiving Tablescape

November 19, 2014 by Fotini Filed Under: centerpieces, diy, fall, home decor, natural decor, tablescapes, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving centerpiece, Thanksgiving tablescape 12 Comments

I am super excited for Thanksgiving this year! We have been so busy with work, extracurricular activities, traveling, school, home projects and more, that it seems we’ve not got to spend much time with family. I can’t wait to spend time with everyone on Thanksgiving! We will be hosting dinner at our house, so it’s been fun playing around with my tablescape for this year! I’ve teamed up with some lovely ladies who are also sharing more tablescape ideas and yummy recipes to try this Thanksgiving, check them out below!

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This Fall I’ve opted for a more natural, simple setting. I got my pumpkins, squash and gourds early in the season, so at this point they are beginning to turn colors and age, but that just brings out the beauty in this tablescape. Adding greenery to the mix also makes the setting more inviting. I added some dried branches to a porcelain pitcher to add some height to the table. More than likely the day before Thanksgiving I will buy some fresh greenery and flowers. You can never go wrong with fresh flowers!
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Thanksgiving
My favorite part about this tablescape is the paper leaves I cut out using my silhouette. Each leaf has a bible verse written on it that relates to being thankful. My plan is to have family read them before we pray. I think this  is a special way to express just how thankful and blessed we all are! Adding meaningful touches to your tablescape will always wow your guests! Also, in the background, on my buffet, you will see ‘our thankful tree‘ I shared last year!
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Thanksgiving
I hope each and every one of you have a very blessed and memorable Thanksgiving this year!
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Fab Pins of the Week!

November 14, 2014 by Fotini Filed Under: fab pins of the week, fall, Pinterest, tablescapes, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving tablescapes Leave a Comment

Hello beautiful, how are you? It’s a pleasure to have you here! If you follow me on Facebook and Instagram, you know I caved and decorated for Christmas, and I’m SO happy I did! I just love the way the Holidays make me feel! Although I’m dying to dive right into Christmas, I wanted to share some gorgeous Thanksgiving tablescapes with you today to get you excited for Thanksgiving coming up!

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Thankful Apple Pie and an Easy Clean Up!

November 13, 2014 by Fotini Filed Under: ad, apple pie recipe, cleaning products, Mrs.Meyers Clean Day, natural products, sponsored post, Thanksgiving recipe

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Just like so many, I spend a lot of time prepping food for the Holidays, Christmas parties and cookie exchanges. I enjoy the time in the kitchen, whipping together tasty treats my friends and family will enjoy! You don’t have to spend hours in the kitchen making things by scratch. There’s nothing wrong with using store bought ingredients like pie filling and pie crust, and just adding your touch to it! Today I’m sharing a simple apple pie recipe and my go-to product for clean up time!

You’re going to need two cans of apple pie filling, one package (containing 2 rolls) of pre-made pie crust, brown sugar, cinnamon, one egg, pie dish, cookie cutters, butter knife and rolling pin. Start by unrolling your first pie crust and putting it into your pie dish, thumbing off any extra dough and saving it for later. Use a fork to prick holes throughout the crust and bake according to the instructions. While that’s baking, mix both of your cans of apple pie filling, a teaspoon of brown sugar and a few dashes of cinnamon together. Your baking pie crust should be done in less than 14 minutes, allow to cool for a couple minutes and then fill with your apple pie filling. Take the remaining pie crust and lay over top of your pie, again, thumbing off any extra. Using a butter knife, cut at least four slits across the top. Take all extra pie crust you have, rolling it into a ball in your palms. Using parchment paper, take your ball of pie crust and flatten it out using a rolling pin. Use your cookie cutters to cut out whatever word you choose, I chose “thankful”. Lay the letters on top of your pie. Spread egg wash over your entire crust (one egg and water mixed) and bake according to filling instructions. Once complete remove from oven and allow to cool about 15 minutes before serving. Serve with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream!

And one of the most important things after all that time in the kitchen, is clean up time! I do love spending time cooking in the kitchen, but a clean kitchen makes me happy too! Your home is what you make it. A source of joy and inspiration. Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day® is made for all beautiful aspects of your home! And that’s why I trust it and love it to clean my home! There are so many things I love about Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day® products. The packaging is darling, it cleans impeccably, but one of my favorite things is how it smells. My favorite is the , it smells incredible!! It leaves my kitchen smelling fantastic and my counters sparkling. The is my favorite scent and naturally cleans my dishes. Something awesome about this product is they’re made with essential oils from flowers and herbs. All products are earth friendly, cruelty free and never tested on animals. Are you sold yet? I honestly believe, if you haven’t tried Mrs.Meyer’s Clean Day® products you’re missing out!

Keep everyone happy this Holiday season (and every season) with a fresh, clean home!
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Mrs.Meyers Clean Day®.

Rustic Christmas Inspiration

November 10, 2014 by Fotini Filed Under: Christmas, Christmas 2014, Christmas decor, faux fur, holiday decor, rustic Christmas, rustic decor 4 Comments

Hello there and welcome! It is truly a pleasure to have you here 🙂 If you follow me on Facebook, you know last week I mentioned how terribly I wanted to decorate for Christmas. Guys, it’s a real struggle! I have promised myself that I wouldn’t decorate until after my Holiday Open House I am having this weekend. But, you better believe the minute my open house is over, guests are gone and things are put back into their place, that I will be pulling out my Christmas stuff. Yes, I’m serious! I am just thrilled at the thoughts!!!
To help ease my urge, I put together a cute little inspiration board that I will be basing my decor off of this year! Do you keep the same style and design year to year? Or do you change it up? I like to change it up, within reason, each year! I tend to use the majority of the same ornaments, give or take a few and I have a few of my favorite, traditional family pieces that I incorporate into every design. It can get expensive, and may not be something you’re interested in doing, but if you are, my best advice is to plan the year before and shop the after Christmas sales when things can be up to 90% off.
This year I’m going for a rustic, warm design. I will be using faux fur, lots of candles, mercury glass, greenery, glitter, deers and pinecones!
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pillow // glitter feather // animal head // pinecones // tealight holders
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Fab Pins of the Week!

November 7, 2014 by Fotini Filed Under: chic, fab pins of the week, fall, fashion, home decor, home design, Pinterest, recipe-1, rustic, white 20 Comments

Hello gorgeous!! How has your week been? It was a busy week getting back into routine around here. Can’t believe it’s already been a week since we left the Bahamas! I missed my babies so much, and my pup and my house! I’ve been having the hardest time wanting to decorate for Christmas! I mean it’s a daily struggle! As bad as I want to share Christmas stuff with you today, I’m fighting the urge and holding back for (at least) two weeks!

I never get tired of white…So come on, let’s get inspired!
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Fab Pins of the Week!

October 31, 2014 by Fotini Filed Under: fab pins of the week, fall, fall decor, home decor, inspiration, natural decor, neutral decor, Pinterest 25 Comments

Hello gorgeous! If you follow me on Instagram and Facebook, you know that my hubby and I are in the Bahamas right now! I can’t wait to update you on how our trip went! I’m still in full swing of everything Fall! So today I’m sharing with you some beautiful, neutral inspiration! I love bringing natural elements from outside into the house as part of the decor! Don’t be afraid to snip those changing hydrangeas, a branch from your favorite tree or boxwood leaves! They add incredible character to your decor!
Let’s get inspired…
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Fab Pins of the Week!

October 24, 2014 by Fotini Filed Under: fab pins of the week, fall, Fall favorites, fashion, home decor, Pinterest Leave a Comment

Hello there beautiful!! I’m thrilled it’s Friday, what about you? Can you believe it’s the last weekend in October? Time is just flying by, isn’t it? Today I have the pleasure of sharing with you some of the fabulous Fall things I love!!

Come get inspired…
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DIY Spooky Bat Banner

October 22, 2014 by Fotini Filed Under: banner, crafts, diy, DIY banner, fall, Halloween, Halloween banner, halloween decor, home decor 28 Comments

Do you decorate for Halloween? Typically, I don’t, I just decorate for Fall in general. Last year I shared my first Halloween mantle I created for the kids costume party we were having. This year we planned a Fall fire with friends and I wanted to make a cute, quick little banner to display outside! This banner took me under 15 minutes, no joke!
Using my silhouette machine, I downloaded a set of bats for $0.99! I arranged the set of (4) bats on the page. I used 5 pieces of black construction paper and got to work! One piece of construction paper fit the 4 bats perfectly. Once they were all cut out, I grabbed my heated glue gun and began to attach them to my fishing line in different directions creating a pattern. I did this for the full length until my bats were gone. My particular banner is rather long, but that’s the way I wanted it! I took it outside and taped it into place on our barn. It was perfectly windy, so it made the bats appear to be flying! The kids loved it! This is a cute staple piece that we will add to our Halloween decor for years to come and it was so simple to make!
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My Greatest Accomplishment

October 20, 2014 by Fotini Filed Under: blessings, family, greatest accomplishment, Photography by Rose DeVore, thankful 3 Comments

There are so many things to be thankful for, I realize that a few times daily. The best mindset to have, is one of humility. Sometimes when I’m having a little quiet time, I think of all the blessings I have in my life.. Do you ever do this? At times, I feel overwhelmed with love (in a good way!). I think how quickly my kids are growing up, the people they are becoming, the family I don’t get to see as often but have fond memories with, my amazing friends, our accomplishments, our faith, but equally important, our trials. 
That’s the wonderful thing about life, you experience trials to really appreciate the blessings! I am so happy to be where I am today and look forward to continuing to grow! And I mean this in all aspects of my life, my marriage, being a Mama, being a believer, even being a blogger! No one is perfect, and I’m certainly not trying to be, but I do want to continue to work on being better. There’s always room for improvement! 
Today I have the pleasure of sharing with you my GREATEST accomplishment, my family! These three people are my biggest support system! I cherish their love more than I could ever explain. Their love is endless, pure, honest, sincere and genuine.
A HUGE thanks to our wonderful friend and photographer Rose DeVore.

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Fall Cash Giveaway!!

October 15, 2014 by Fotini Filed Under: cash giveaway, giveaway, holidays, spending money 1 Comment

Hello there beautiful, and welcome! I have a super exciting treat for you today!! We all know this time of the year starts to put a damper on our wallets. Whether it be to hosting tailgating parties, kids sports, family gatherings, Halloween and Holidays, just to name a few… So who couldn’t use a little extra cash to help with those extra expenses? Maybe that’s not what you would spend it on.. Maybe you would treat yourself to a mini shopping spree, massage and pedi, new clothes for the kids, or anything else you’ve had your eye on! There are so many ways you could spend or save an extra $300, right? 
TWO lucky entrants will win $300 each!!!! 

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