I think everyone knows that we enjoy sparkles.  Almost every DIY we have posted thus far has contained glitter or sequins in some form or another.  However, when it comes to my wardrobe, one could say that the sparkle is missing.  I am more of a simple girl, usually wearing neutrals and solids.  Therefore, when

The truth of the matter is, while noisemakers are a fun New Years Eve addition, there is nothing particularly newsworthy about them.  Colleen and I decided we were unhappy with this state of affairs.  We wanted fancy noisemakers for a fancy New Years.  I have to say this was one of the most enjoyable DIYs

Back when we were preparing for our photoshoot with Catrina, Meg and I decided to use confetti as one of our props because we loved the way it looked in pictures.  I went to etsy, our usual resource for crafty items when we decide not to make them ourselves (which is pretty rare).  Well, as

We just wanted to stop in to send you all the merriest, jolliest, dreamiest, warmest holiday wishes!!  Christmas is one of our favorite days of the year, when we are able to relax and spend time with the people we love most.  Here is a little snapshot from our day… Christmas cookies left out for

As a native Charlottean, I am a little bit embarrassed to admit that I have never been to McAdenville before this year.  McAdenville is a town about 15 miles south of Charlotte that is well known for its Christmas lights and is actually referred to as Christmas Town U.S.A.  So one day while at work

The story of Virginia is one that I had heard referenced but had never read until last year.  It touched me deeply when I read it because the author’s answer to Virginia rings true to me as the most important thing about this time of year.  Despite all of the commotion that surrounds it, Christmas