Handcrafted:: Decorative Decanters

I love collecting bottles, new or vintage, they serve so many purposes, whether decorative or functional; however, sometimes they need just a little oomph to make them just a bit prettier. I love spray painting them a solid color or giving them the look of mercury glass.  I recently had the idea to turn a plain decanter into a pretty one by simply adding a gorgeous knob on top.  This project is incredibly easy and looks beautiful on your vanity or on a bar cart. Stay-tuned for my post next week where I put something very luxurious inside! Continue for directions...

Cinnamon Custard Pie

That time of the year has arrived where all I can think about is Thanksgiving - it is my favorite holiday.  We will be heading up to Boston this year to celebrate with my family but that will not hinder me from baking and cooking away in my sister's kitchen.   I love all of the courses, especially the turkey and whipped mashed potatoes (I don't know what could be more comforting) and then of course dessert.  This year I want to expand my pie repertoire beyond pumpkin pie, so I decided to whip up a Cinnamon Custard Pie to start celebrating early.   This recipe is a wonderful treat, because it still combines the essence of fall (cinnamon) but it is creamy and laced with vanilla giving it an almost ice-cream like flavor and texture. What pie will you eat or bake this holiday?  And stay tuned for some other tasty pie recipes next week! Continue for more...

Prepping the Skin with Ole Henrickson

Changing your skincare routine for colder temperatures is much like dressing for it, you need to add on additional layers to your beauty routine to ensure that you skin is left moisturized and glowing.  One of the best ways to boost your skins moisturizing power is to add a face oil that is infused with antioxidants that increases your skins protection from the harsh elements.  Being a beauty junkie, I am constantly looking for new products that will do just this and when I discovered that one of my favorite brands Ole Henrickson launched Pure Truth Youth Activating Oil  and the Perfect Truth CC Crème  I was immediately intrigued. If you are looking to amp up your skincare routine for the winter season, I definitely recommend these two products.  Continue for more...