DOUBLE SCOOP

I want…

emkathleen — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 01:39:40 +0000

…springtime. CeCe and I have traded wool for cotton. I usually hate jumping the gun with seasonal clothing. This year I can’t help it. Maybe it’s Joe’s colored denim, pastel macaroons, or my unrealistic plans to start “taking walks” and “going on runs.” Whichever the reason, February can’t fade away soon enough.

How are you prepping for spring?

The Cast of Downton Abbey

emkathleen — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:56:07 +0000

Shhh! I didn’t see last night’s episode. In preparation for the two-hour Christmas special, I’ve been obsessing over the Downton Abbey trading cards on Vanity Fair.

Click to view slideshow.

Safe keeping

emkathleen — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 15:59:22 +0000

Heart shapes find year-round comfort in my home. This post highlights my favorite jewelry keepsakes. The newest from Meggy, xoxo.

1. Leopard merino wool seemed appropriate.
2. First post written completely from an iPhone.

Friday Find: animation

emkathleen — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:33:02 +0000

Have you seen the new animated GIF programs? I found Stereogranimator on Design Sponge. Do you know of any programs that allow users to upload personal photography?

Design Sponge

emkathleen — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 19:25:30 +0000

I got it, I got it!

One for Cece

emkathleen — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 03:08:03 +0000

My lady turned one! She had a great day surrounded by family, pink decorations, cupcakes, and baby dolls.

Martha Stewart tissue pom poms

Wilton floral cupcake holders

Trader Joe’s roses

Hobby Lobby windmill accents and #1 fabric

Trophy vase from the Foundary

Vintage Franciscan Earthenware from my Grams

Let’s watch it…one more time

emkathleen — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 00:38:23 +0000

I’ve always thought tiaras should be reserved for 6 year olds and Kate Middleton. The obnoxious bachelorette standing on a barstool really ruined the purity of the headpiece.

Luckily, Zoey Deschanel decided to record this YouTube video and the tiara regained its innocence.

Flavor of the Day: sweet potato bake

emkathleen — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:59:58 +0000

*sticker has been appropriately removed

There are many benefits to being engaged. Along with the adoration aspects, I’ve fully taken advantage of a new recipe resource – my future mother-in-law.

Sweet Potato Bake

Potatoes:

4-5 skinned sweet potatoes (use yams if you prefer their rich, orange color)

1/2 cup softened butter

1 cup white sugar

1 can PET milk

2 large eggs

Boil potatoes for 20-25 minutes. Beat above ingredients with an electric mixer. The results should be smooth and lump-free.

Topping:

1 cup crushed corn flakes

1/2 cup pecans

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup melted butter

Mix above ingredients and spread evenly over potatoes.

Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes. Turn oven temperature down to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake for an additional 30 minutes.

Tips:

If using a 9×13 dish watch closely for burning.

The casserole maintains its heat for up to one hour before serving.

Flavor of the Day: Brooks Brothers

emkathleen — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:41:12 +0000

Leave it to Brooks Brothers to indulge my love for sheep, cashmere, and Jingle Bells. I wonder if that grey ruffled number is still available…?

Flavor of the Day

emkathleen — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 19:01:18 +0000

Sometimes you just need to take the plunge. Paste-free wallpaper from Anthropologie relieves application angst. When your room needs some life – turn to poppy printed paper.