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Happy New Year 2021

Posted on January 1, 2021 by Ivy de Leon

From our home to yours, wishing you a Healthy and Happy New Year!

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A Home For The Holidays

Posted on December 25, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Merry Christmas! “Home for the holidays” is a phrase we hear often. This year it has more significance. We are now living in our home a year. Throughout the year we worked hard to bring warmth to our home and … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Chic: DIY Faux Pineapple Finials

Posted on October 26, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Pineapples are a symbol of hospitality.  I often see carved-wood finials of pineapples on fence posts throughout New England.  They are so charming.   We live in a Cape-Cod style house so I wanted to duplicate a similar look for … Continue reading →

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Why Disconnecting From Your Blog Could Be More Productive

Posted on October 19, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Disconnecting from the blog could be productive, at least in my case.  I didn’t leave all my social media channels.  I cut back and used Instagram to stay connected with you.  I love blogging and staying in touch with brands … Continue reading →

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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Recipes

Posted on March 17, 2016 by Ivy de Leon

Over the past week, I’ve been nursing a sprained ankle and a cough. Feeling a little sad, I’m not able to attend the Architectural Digest Show because of my injury.  For now, I’m resting my foot.  With a little luck, … Continue reading →

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Winter’s First Snow

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Ivy de Leon

Snow arrived leaving a pretty winter wonderland. I enjoyed a walk in the morning to Palmer Square, while all is quite.   The snow makes the holiday a little more festive and magical.  On this cold winter morning, I’m writing out … Continue reading →

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Five Kitchen Essentials for the Cook

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Ivy de Leon

We are all excited to be together for the holidays.  With three runners in the family, I’ll be cooking more than usual, and I couldn’t be happier. Half the fun of cooking is finding great kitchen essentials.  These five kitchen essentials will keep me smiling beyond the holiday season. Feminine and … Continue reading →

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Take Me Away On A Holiday

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Ivy de Leon

 LET’S GET AWAY! Are you thinking, what I’m thinking? I love the holidays, but after all the decorations are put away and we bring in the New Year (2013, wow, where has time gone), I would love to get away. … Continue reading →

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