I’d like to dedicate this blog post to my cousin Haleigh. About two months ago, Haleigh mentioned she had tried a homemade tomato soup recipe that ended up being too bitter. I hate when a recipe doesn’t pan out. So, as soon as I felt the weather start to change (our high is only 100…
Did you know, Halloween originated in Britain and Ireland during the Middle Ages? Fact. The poor would dress up and go from door-to-door on Hallowmas, receiving food in return for offering prayers for the dead the following day (All Souls Day). Over time, this holiday spread to other countries and in the 1920’s it finally…
Being that I was previously a health care major, I love the anatomy of the body and find it absolutely incredible. So when halloween rolls around I tend to gravitate towards skeleton decor trends. Sure, skeletons can be creepy and the decor is often cheesy –ever seen a smiling skeleton poking out of someone’s lawn?– but you can…
Lately, I’ve really been loving the marbled/watercolor trend. I think it’s because I’ve been painting more often. The swirls, textures, and flaws are so beautiful. Since we are kicking off Halloween 2011 decor here at Fancy House Road, I thought I’d try marbleizing some mason jars. Luckily I had all the supplies in my office…