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On the Right Foot: History of the Croissant, Questions to Ask During a Job Interview, Hair Cycling & More!

February 27, 2023 by jessica Leave a Comment

Why, hello! It’s been awhile, hasn’t it? Work has been incredibly busy lately and my free time has been split between going to the pottery studio, getting together with friends, and tackling projects around the house. Last week was the final session of my most recent pottery class and it’s fun to see how much I’ve improved since my first time on the wheel. Three of my latest pieces are above. These are dipped in white glaze and ready to be put in the kiln for their final firing, which will transform the matte glaze into a shiny, glass-like texture.

History of the croissant.

American Girl’s latest “historical” characters are from 1999.

Questions candidates should ask in a job interview.

Loving this playful take on a classic tennis bracelet.

I started following Joe Horner, a UK-based photographer and floral artist, on Instagram.

What is “hair cycling” and does it work?

I’ve been enjoying the new TV show Poker Face.

To get the look of a chunky baroque pearl necklace for a fraction of the price, I found this shell pearl version.

I made these shawarma-inspired chicken thighs a couple of weeks ago. So. Good.

A home that makes a case for keeping knotty pine paneling.

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On the Right Foot: Buying Just Five Items in 2023, A New Way to Read The Great Gatsby, Jennifer Behr’s Apartment & More!

February 6, 2023 by jessica Leave a Comment

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We just booked a long weekend in Denver this spring! It’s my first time visiting the Mile High City. Let me know if you have recommendations either with a comment here or a DM on Instagram!

Take a look around Jennifer Behr’s apartment.

I adore this petite drink table.

The Laundress made a niche for itself in the marketplace and now the brand is facing backlash after its recent recall.

The brownie recipe from this cookbook is incredible. Get the recipe here.

The beachy roundup of covetable finds.

While I don’t think I could hold myself to only buying five new items in a year, I appreciate the thoughtful approach of this fashion editor.

Loving the vintage charm of these slingbacks in seafoam blue.

A new way to read The Great Gatsby.

The Tiffany x Nike collaboration could have been so much better.

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On the Right Foot: The Going-Out Top Returns, A Must-Have Swimsuit Cover-Up, The Origins of Carbonara & More!

January 30, 2023 by jessica Leave a Comment

Tracking down the origins of carbonara.

Things I bought and loved this month – plus a $20 discount at East Fork pottery.

It’s okay to pocket the branded restaurant pen.

Bringing back a “Look for Less” feature with earrings at a fraction of the cost of a similar designer version.

I love a green and white stripe, so I jumped at the chance to buy this cover-up the moment I saw it.

The going-out top is back.

Rounding up a selection of bedframes and sharing which one we purchased!

I’m challenging myself to make more desserts from Claire Saffitz’s cookbooks this year (Dessert Person and What’s for Dessert) and made this peach, bourbon, and pecan cake over the weekend.

Tour a home that fully embraces color.

I wish I had a place for this sweet pendant light.

A reminder to use the nice things.

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On the Right Foot: Introducing Our New Kitty, a Colorful Home Tour, Kohler is Reintroducing Vintage Hues & More!

January 23, 2023 by jessica Leave a Comment

Recent Snapshots (clockwise starting from upper left): Meet Lily and follow her on Instagram; I bought the dress featured in this post and wore it at an event last week; Lily was fascinated by the recent snow fall; we finally bought a new bed (details soon!) and now I’m selecting a color for the accent wall.

Kohler is bringing back a couple of its vintage hues. Vote for your favorites here.

I adore this colorful home.

Goals for 2023.

You don’t need to have a birthday on the horizon to make this easy vanilla cake.

This resonates with all pet owners.

If you’re on the lookout for a show-stopping centerpiece bowl, get on the wait list for this one.

See 25 images from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Contest, run by the Natural History Museum in London. Fair warning, some of these images are haunting.

Beach bound? Add these sculptural earrings to your suitcase.

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Goals for 2023

January 13, 2023 by jessica Leave a Comment

We’re a couple of weeks into the new year, but it hasn’t exactly been a slow start. Last weekend, we drove to Michigan and welcomed this darling little cat to the family. I saw her Petfinder listing on New Year’s Eve and immediately sent the link to Dave, intending to submit an application the next morning. By then her listing was already removed due to too much interest and my heart just sank, but I sent an inquiry regardless and received a response within a few minutes. The agency was sifting through applications, hoping to find someone with prior Bengal experience, and it so happens that we were the perfect fit for the little lady! She’s such a sweetheart and was a champ during the six-hour drive home. It’s been so wonderful to have a cat around again, not to mention incredibly fun to discover her little quirks. (The little chirp she makes is the cutest!) Naming her was my first priority for 2023 and we chose Lily. You can follow her Instagram here. Here’s what else is on deck for the year:

TRAVEL SOMEWHERE NEW

It’s my perennial resolution, but it’s one that brings me so much joy! We don’t have anything booked for the year yet, but that’ll change soon. We had purchased the United Economy Plus annual subscription before our trip to Europe last year, so we need to get more use out of that investment before it expires in July. A ten-day stint abroad in June sounds pretty enticing!

PRIORITIZE TIME FOR HOBBIES

Last year, I began taking pottery lessons and absolutely fell in love with it. It’s so satisfying to take a lump of clay and transform it into something useful — even if it’s just a slightly wonky bowl. I’d like to continue taking classes and sign up for a studio membership this year when an opening comes available. I’m excited to see how my work will progress with more practice on the potter’s wheel.

Additionally, I’m growing fond of gardening. Last year, I was successful with tomatoes and habaneros. This year, I’m going to expand my little urban garden and install a raised bed. Vegetables aside, I planted a lot of perennial plants last fall and I’m eager to see what comes up in the spring. I’d like to start defining some areas of our yard with plants. I’d say “landscaping,” but I don’t want to give you the wrong impression and suggest that my skills are anything other than beginner!

SPEND LESS, SAVE MORE — AND PARE DOWN IN THE PROCESS

This is a holdover from last year, but one worth repeating. We have boxes in the basement that we haven’t opened since moving in five years ago. We desperately need to go through everything, donate what no longer suits us, and get organized. And with that, be thoughtful about what comes into the house. Not only is it a more sustainable way of living, everything needs to go somewhere and anything we purchase needs to be amazing enough to justify the space to house it. Spending less will also help me with my goal of putting 20% of my take-home pay into savings this year. (I had been saving 10% of my monthly income and I can finally bump it up now that my student loans are paid off.)

TACKLE A FEW HOME PROJECTS

As I shared here, our next project is to revamp our bedroom. It’s fine as it is, but it’s just that. Fine. I want our bedroom to be a space we look forward to spending time in; and it wouldn’t hurt if it looks like it belongs in a Schoolhouse ad. I’d like to replace the bed (we actually had it delivered this week!), repaint the accent wall, install curtains, swap out the lamps, and add more art. We’d also like to find a vintage dresser, but that’s less of a priority as it’ll be more difficult than sourcing the other items. Then, we’ll start working on the guest room. Right now, it’s painted, a new light fixture is installed, and we have a dresser. However, it’s not much of a guest room without a bed! On the first floor, I’d like to purchase a cabinet for our dining room to store our serving pieces and glassware. Preferably one with glass doors, so we can get a glimpse of what’s inside.

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Hello there! I'm a first-time homeowner updating a 1920s house in Madison, Wisconsin. I have a penchant for travel and a love of costume jewelry. Follow along for personal style, travel, and lifestyle content.

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