Summer Gatherings & Seasonal Charm
From fruity cocktails to thrifted summer décor and desserts nobody “just has one bite” of, this is your excuse to host something fun.
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Old-Fashioned Cherry Phosphate Recipe
Step back into the golden age of soda fountains with this easy cherry phosphate recipe, a fizzy vintage drink with the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. Long before coffee chains occupied every corner and energy drinks came in colors not found in nature, Americans gathered around soda fountains for a different kind of refreshment….
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Easy DIY 4th of July Party Favors
Learn how to make charming vintage-inspired 4th of July party favors with mini red cups, chocolate raspberry sticks, and gingham bows in just minutes. Call me crazy, but I genuinely love making little party favors for guests. No, they aren’t mandatory, and yes, people survived the 1980s without a personalized snack cup tied with gingham…
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Homemade Cherry Simple Syrup (Fresh or Frozen)
This easy homemade cherry simple syrup only requires 3 ingredients and can be made with fresh or frozen fruit. Whether they’re going into a cherry cocktail, homemade cherry pie, or straight into a bowl on the counter, fresh cherries are always welcome in my house. This simple cherry syrup is one more way to savor…
Hi, I’m Jessica!
Interior designer by degree, lighting expert by trade, self-taught baker and cocktail creator by obsession. I’m a small-town girl who loves vintage finds, seasonal parties, and food that tastes as good as it looks (or better).
At Brass Pine, you’ll find creative cocktails, cozy desserts, and entertaining ideas that make hosting feel fun, not frantic. If you’re into old-school charm, a good Manhattan, and celebrating life’s little moments, you’re in the right place.
