Custom Gifts are one of my favorite ways to say thank you to someone. They add the perfect touch to any thoughtful sentiments you have. I discovered Lemonee on the Hills last spring and knew you all would love to know about her too. (Although I was kinda thinking about keeping her a secret!) You […]
It’s unclear if sending my kids a camp care package is in their best interest or mine. As I carefully thought about what they would most like in a care package they’ll receive while away for a week at camp, I wonder…Is this more for me or them? This is the 4th year for my […]
When I redesigned The Simple Proof, one of the key elements I wanted to include was a space where readers could come to browse some of my favorite brands and makers. I like featuring these designers, small brands and local makers, but didn’t want the site itself to be overwhelmed with sponsored or product reviews. […]
The most important thing in the world is family and love – John Wooden Father’s Day is upon us, it’s time to start thinking about ways to celebrate the dads in our lives. How does your family mark the day? We’ll likely head to the beach or out for a hike together brining along some […]
There are so many moms to celebrate in our lives, our moms, mother-in-laws, sisters, aunts, daughters, grandmother’s. How do you show your love? In our little family, there’s often a picnic or outing where I beg everyone to get along flawlessly for a few hours. What a gift that can be! A friend of mine once told […]
Each year at Christmas I like to make a handmade gift. I have made candles, notecards, decadent chocolate truffles, soap, potted paper whites among the favorites over the years. For more ideas on handmade gifts, you can check out this post about Getting Organized for the Holidays. I love the creative process of brainstorming what […]
Summer is filled with parties and gatherings, guests and hosts of every kind and for any occasion. I still feel it’s best to offer your hosts a gift of gratitude. Whether it’s a dinner party, backyard bbq or a weekend at the beach house, I have the perfect round up of summer time hostess gifts […]