Father’s Day is approaching and we are faced with the task of finding Dad a really great present to show him just how special he is. Here are a few ideas to inspire you and perhaps guide you towards the perfect gift.  -Grace Texter Hankie Pocketbook This handy, little notebook-handkerchief hybrid ($9.99, animicausa.com) is a great gift for any dad who wears... CONTINUE READING 7

Spring time is in full swing — tights are off, spring dresses are on and for those of us in New York City, the most telltale sign: Mister Frostee trucks are posted up on every street corner. Undeniably, it is also wedding season. If you’re like us, you’ve received your fair share of wedding invites and between planning for new... CONTINUE READING 10

Lots of us want to change the mood of our homes once winter has passed and the spring cleaning has finished. Decorating your space for a summer feel can be daunting, especially for those of us who don’t particularly enjoy over-the-top bold colors such as magenta and tangerine. Truthfully, those colors don’t work well in any actual living quarters... CONTINUE READING 4

Cheers to another holiday! This time around, we’ll be sharing a few of our favorite St. Patrick’s Day hostessing tips. Some look forward to this holiday because it's surrounded by drinking, but we professional hostesses love it as another reason to throw a themed party (okay, and have a drink or two)! LUCKY CHARMS MARSHMALLOW TREATS This Lucky Charms marshmallow treat recipe... CONTINUE READING 14

In the weeks leading up to New Year's, everything gets glitzed out with gold, from our wardrobe to our manicures. One of the easiest ways to add a little golden glitz and glamour to your home is with gold leaf, whisper thin sheets of gold (both real and faux) that are applied with a brush and can be used to... CONTINUE READING 7

If the Mayans’ ancient prediction is correct, then today marks the end of the world. And, heck, we can’t think of a better way to spend our last day on earth than throwing a killer DIY doomsday party! You can indulge in delicious foods and drinks without worrying about calories, veg out with your favorite apocalyptic movies, and rock out... CONTINUE READING 1

The holidays are here and if you’re having trouble getting your beauty-obsessed bestie (you know, the girl that has everything) a special gift, you may want to consider creating a handmade item she’ll treasure. While we all know it’s the thought that counts, you may as well let us put all the thought into these beauty-ful DIY presents that... CONTINUE READING 3

There are plenty of things we love about the holidays—the presents, the twinkling lights, Bing Crosby, being able to wear festive footsie pajamas all day without nary a judgmental glance—but one of our favorite things is giving and getting Christmas cards in the weeks leading up to the big shebang. But rather than buying up the generic bores from the... CONTINUE READING 9

Happy (almost) Hanukkah! To get you ready for the Festival of Life, we've got holiday gear that's way more chic than the dusty old menorah your bubbe breaks out for the mantle year after year. From glitter-covered dreidels to clever wall art, DIY stamped table runners to gorgeous Hanukkah wreaths made entirely from recycled plastic bottles (really!), these haute holiday... CONTINUE READING 10

So you’ve stuffed your face with all the leftover Thanksgiving fixings you can handle. Now what?! Before you throw anything out, you might be interested to learn that the dishes you find so deliciously yummy can also be turned into awesome beauty treatments for your skin. We’re all about recycling, and now is the perfect time to use up those... CONTINUE READING 3