Learn how to make the original Red Devil cocktail, a vintage vodka cranberry drink from the 1940s that eventually became known as the Cape Codder. Before it became the Cape Codder, this classic vodka cranberry cocktail was known as the Red Devil. First promoted in the 1940s, the Red Devil combined vodka, cranberry juice, and…
Whether you’re headed to a backyard barbecue, celebrating the Fourth of July, thanking a hostess, or surprising a neighbor with a little summertime cheer, a thoughtfully curated gift basket never goes out of style. The best summer gift baskets don’t need to be expensive or complicated. In fact, some of my favorite gift baskets are…
From vintage quilts and stoneware crocks to cheerful gingham and patriotic touches, here’s how I decorated our home for an old-fashioned American summer. Some people decorate for the Fourth of July with inflatable eagles and enough flags to launch a small revolution. I decorate with quilts. And baskets. And slightly questionable collections of vintage stoneware…
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….
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…
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…
Looking for a way to decorate with thrifted finds that feel warm, inviting, and unique? This green and purple cottage palette might be your new favorite. Come peek inside my home, where verdant shades of green set the stage for my favorite spring hue: purple. From pretty florals and romantic details to timeworn heirlooms, these…
These poppy puff rolls are the kind of easy finger desserts people hover around at a party tray. Made with flaky puff pastry and sweetened with honey, they bake up golden, crisp on the edges, and just a little chewy in the center. The cinnamon brings nostalgic warmth, while the poppy seeds add a subtle,…
If you’ve ever dreamed of hosting an enchanted forest fairy party, you’re in the right place. This whimsical celebration brings together mossy woodland textures, twinkling lights, and just enough fairy magic to delight guests of all ages. In this guide, I’ll show you how to create an enchanting forest tablescape, serve charming fairy party food,…
Step into a storybook setting with this enchanting purple fairy drink—a delicate, floral mocktail (or cocktail) that looks like it was plucked straight from a woodland celebration. With notes of lavender, elderflower, and soft grape, this violet-hued garden elixir is as magical as it is refreshing. A Whimsical Purple Drink for Garden Parties & Fairy…
