As autumn settles in, I find myself thinking less about perfectly styled gatherings and more about the way we want our guests to feel. The best evenings are not necessarily the most elaborate—they are the ones when the candles glow, conversation comes easily, and no one is in a hurry to leave. After reading a…
Before I officially put Halloween to bed for another year, I thought it would be fun to gather some of my favorite spooky projects, tablescapes and decorating ideas in one place. From whimsical vintage Halloween details and ghostly white place settings to colorful wreaths, creepy centerpieces and a sweet-and-salty treat, there is a little something…
Raise your hand if you love sweet and salty things mixed together! I know I do! Isn’t that the best? This is my favorite Halloween mix, a little chewy and crispy and sweet and salty! This makes a great Halloween treat for Halloween parties, or just a sweet goody to tuck a little bit of…
Last week, the view looked quite different from the one I usually share from Foxglove Hill! I traded the woods and lake for wide-open water as I headed off on a cruise with my sister. It was such a treat to step away from everyday routines, spend uninterrupted time together, and enjoy beautiful views, wonderful…
Halloween decorating does not always have to be dark and dramatic to feel wonderfully spooky. For this hauntingly elegant tablescape, I traded the traditional black and orange color palette for layers of ghostly white. Billowing fabric drifts across the table while a gathering of softly glowing ghosts creates a whimsical centerpiece among tall white candlesticks….