My Valentine’s Day Wish List

I know it seems like we just finished putting away the Christmas trees, but today marks one month until Valentine’s Day. I say this every year, but we do not have a big celebration on February 14th at Chez Slagel. Bodie’s birthday is the 15th and that tends to overshadow cupid. That being said, I […]

The Best Non-Seasonal Candles

Happy First Friday of 2024! I don’t know about you, but I struggle to find candles I love that are not seasonal. Starting in September I’ve always got a pumpkin spice scented burning. Around mid November I switch to evergreen scented candles. Nest is my go-tofor both of those scents. After the holidays I miss […]

Small Business Saturday: Modern Forestry

Modern Forestry is a local candle company here in South Carolina that produces the most amazing candles and they’re all totally safe; no icky chemicals. I am pleased as punch that my fall and holiday scents are here! “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” is my motto, so I stuck with the best sellers […]

My Tried and True Recipe Source: Barefoot Contessa

I always turn to my idol, Ina Garten, for recipes when I want to wow a crowd.  I’m particularly fond of her desserts.  Somehow, despite owning the cookbook that features the recipe, I’d never made Ina’s Winter Minestrone.  A dear friend mentioned it the other day and, with our temperatures finally cooling down, I was […]

Monograms and a BIG Announcement

Several of my recent orders have been from neighborhood peeps, so Emery has been earning some fun money by being my delivery girl.  How cute!?!?!  Also, try as I might, I just cannot get back on track with posting on the correct days.  This summer, while fun, has been chaotic.Still in the summer swing with […]