Our original guest room was staged as my postpartum bedroom while I recovered from my last pregnancy. Then, my mother-in-law spent her last year here before she passed away. Between the room needing a real design and the sad memories, it was time for a change.
Read MoreSharing my favorite fashion and home decor items for fall.
Read MoreEverything designed for our environments from the homes we live in to the chairs we sit in to wait for our medical appointments have racial, political and class implications.
Read MoreFor this year’s Valentine’s Day festivities we continued our family’s candy making tradition by making heart-shaped lollipops. These lollipops were a hit in our home, and follow the same candy-making principles we use to make caramel popcorn and candy apples.
Read MoreThis recipe is inspired by Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Stir-fry (Tom Kha Gai). The result is a light, zesty and slightly sweet soup packed with flavor. Serve over jasmine or Basmati rice, or thin cooked rice noodles.
Read MoreStill looking for gifts for the friend who seems to have everything? My gift lists are rare, but the goods have been tried and tested. Here’s a list of gifts that are sure to impress that “one” friend.
Read MoreWelcome to our first ever Holiday Home Tour! There are quite a few rooms to tour, so I’ve broken it up into more than one part. This year’s theme is “Livable Luxury”, where we’ve incorporated shades or brown, luxe, cozy fabrics, textures, and Afro-Scandi-centered design.
Read MoreNext week is unofficial “Cakes & Pies” week. While this crustless apple crisp may fall in the category of a casserole, it’s a Thanksgiving staple in our home. The key to my recipe is to use tons of honeycrisp apples and a pinch of almond oil in the filling.
Read MoreSharing my favorite fashion and home decor items for fall.
Read MoreThis is a sponsored post in partnership with Joss & Main.
We recently upgraded our backyard. A new flagstone patio has been added, and a fireplace sits where a patch of grass used to be. We also gave the deck a fresh new coat of paint to coordinate with the stone on our patio and home’s exterior.
Read MoreThe idea of being able to travel again has put me in a serious tropical mood. I’ve spent the last two weeks looking for all kinds of palm trees, banana trees and potted elephant ears to add to the indoor and outdoor space.
Read MoreSpring and summer entertaining is back! The world is just beginning to throw backyard parties again, and our family is no exception. We are putting the finishing touches on our backyard deck refresh and patio decor. I’ve partnered with Joss & Main to help you with outdoor decor ideas for your next summer gathering.
Read MoreMany of us are beginning to throw summer gatherings again, but aren't quite ready for full-blown parties. Before the panoramic, we could put out tons of food and not worry about having much food left over. This time around we're much more thoughtful about how we entertain our guests. Fruit platters are an inexpensive go-to appetizer and filler to serve with backyard barbecues. Here are a few tips that have helped us make a small fruit platter go a long way.
Read MoreCoffee table books serve a great purpose when styling your home. They can provide height as plinths or platforms to display home accessories, tell a visual story within your vignettes, or serve as standalone art pieces in their own right.
Read MoreDo you collect cookbooks? I collect cookbooks from black chefs, as well as other books by black homemakers and lifestyle experts. I love to learn from these culinary artists and try out the recipes.
Read MoreThe gym was one of my favorite places to go. Not only did it feel great to work out, but the spa, health club, and wellness center atmosphere made it feel like an escape. Early last year we decided to cancel our gym membership, and find ways to work out at home.
Read MoreMost of this year’s Valentine’s Day festivities will involve the entire family. We have quite a few activities planned for Valentine’s Week, and one of those days will involve a tasty treat everyone can make and enjoy.
Read MoreMy husband, teenage son and I used to be the people about town. Breakfast, Sunday Brunch, weekday outings - it didn’t matter. Nice outdoor restaurant with fresh-tasting food? “Definitely a must.” New restaurant opening up this weekend? “Cool, we’ll be there.” Friend tells us about this obscure spot in Roswell to try? “Aight bet.”
Read MoreCandy making is a rich tradition in our family. My grandfather often made “syrup candy” - a hard toffee sprinkled with different types of nuts. My father made my first caramel popcorn when I was a very small child. I still remember tasting the gooey caramel topped with peanuts before he placed the popcorn in the oven. In our home we make this treat during the fall before Halloween. This recipe is fun to make with loved ones, or as a snack to mix with buttered popcorn during an at-home movie night.
Read MoreWe're halfway there with our fall porch decor. While we still are in the process of decorating, our only real goal is to keep our porch plants alive. Last year I think I went through two to three waves of mums. Through trial and error I realized all of the things I was doing wrong. This makes me somewhat of a mum expert. Here's how to get the most out of your porch plant display.
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