A favorite tiny wedding- Photos Megan Graham, Venue Tabard Inn
Small Summer Tabard Inn Wedding
September 2021 Hay Adams
A favorite- all about the Ceiling!!! Photos Bonnie Sen, Planning Raw Design, Venue Hay Adams, Help with ceiling install Social Supply
It started with fabric....
Old friend, small wedding, loose fabric inspiration- venue District Winery, photos Love Life Images
Late Summer at The National Arboretum
Glorious day and a joyous carefree bride- fun celebration! photos Neva Sullivan Photography, venue National Arboretum and MTG Hospitality, planning Summer & Co Events
Celebration at Meridian House
Married in 2020, celebrated in 2021. Images Astrid Photography, venue Meridian House, planning Anne Kelley, catering Susan Gage, dahlias LynnVale Studios
Small April 2020 Wedding, Dumbarton House
Images- Love Life Images, Planning- Bellwether Events, Venue- Dumbarton House
Marriage Celebration at Home
The most personal, heartfelt celebration. We felt so fortunate to collaborate and provide flowers and food. Amelia Johnson thank you for documenting this so beautifully.
Proposal in the Park
A.Griffin, Meg Lucks of Abby Jiu Photography, Something Vintage, Lucy Black Entertainment collaborated on the sweetest proposal at Crispus Attucks Park. We got to do food and flowers.
Garden Party at Anne Books
Styling Anne Book photos Kate Headley
Home Restaurant Is Back
Wonderful to host again, reach out you are interested in dining with us.
Basil and Peony Candle #3
Candle #3 is Basil and Peony. This candle is floral forward. To me it smells like an early summer garden in full bloom.
I am burning the Basil Peony in my bathrooms and bedroom. I also look forward to taking it in the garden this spring to burn while eating and working outside. For me it is a little too flowery for the kitchen but it is still on the lighter side as far as candles go so you be the judge.
I feel very fortunate to have connected with the candle makers of The Grown Collective in rural Virginia .They are incredibly patient, collaborating with us to perfect scents. They also make their own beautiful concrete vessels that can be re-purposed for other uses after the candle is burnt.
In addition to the Basil Peony we have a Lemon Verbena Candle which is very light and fresh and a Thyme Black Pepper Candle which is earthy and spicy.
October 2020
All my 2020 weddings downsized, cancelled or postponed. This wedding shifted from hotel ballroom to open air, floor plan shifted to accommodate social distancing and pods, guests wore face masks and many wore shields as well… every possible precaution was taken and these friends of mine got to celebrate their wedding with in person and guests attending online. It was joyful and heartfelt and fun to do big flowers. The Salamander was the perfect setting and it was the height of the dahlia season and many of the blooms were sourced from nearby LynnVale Studios. With the last minute shifts the vendor team worked together seamlessly led by Aimee Dominick. Amazing collaboration- Elisa Bricker, Social Supply, Frost Lighting, Sugarplum Tents and La Tavola Linen.
The Coffee Cup
The last year gave us time to pursue projects that we have talked about but always put aside. One of these projects was collaborating with an artist to make ceramics for use in our everyday lives and to share with others. We connected with a fabulous potter, Lev. Together we conceived a coffee cup based on a small handle-less croc that has been our personal go to coffee mug for years. The results are even better than I had imagined. Let me know if you want one or some.
Next up we are plotting a plate/bowl that we have been dreaming of for a long time and oversized votive holders…
Thyme and Black Pepper Candle #2
Candle #2 is Thyme and Black Pepper. Similar to our Lemon Verbena candle it is lightly scented. Our newest candle is woodsy, earthy and spicy–– it smells warm. The scent is hardy but not overpowering like the faintest fine Japanese Incense or a hint of burning herbs. Thyme is another staple in our garden and thrives even throughout the cold months. The smell of both candles are illusive and impactful, they subtly add to a meal, a relaxing moment or fuel my work.
I am burning the Thyme and Black Pepper in the library and can faintly smell it throughout the first floor and the Lemon Verbena is in my kitchen.
I feel very fortunate to have a connection with the candle makers of The Grown Collective in rural Virginia .They are incredibly patient, collaborating with us to perfect scents. They also make their own beautiful concrete vessels that can be re-purposed for other uses after the candle is burnt.
Candle #3 is coming soon- Peony and Basil.
Care Packages, Self Care/Beauty
We are gathering and making self-care/ beauty products that can be included in Care Packages, all items that have become part of our daily routines. We continue developing and gathering but at the moment these are some of our favorites. Email me and we can curate a package to keep for yourself or gift.
From Our Kitchen: Lavender Sugar Face and Lip Scrub- this moisturizing scrub works great especially as a remedy for chapped lips, Rosemary Salt Soak- rosemary from our garden lightly scents this moisturizing healing soak which helps mend tired and sore muscles, Coffee Body Scrub- it is said that the coffee grinds help improve circulation and reduce puffiness- regardless it feels great and leaves my skin smooth and has become a part of my daily routine, Lemon Verbena Body Oil- my go to scent in this avocado and coconut based body oil which is best applied right out of the bath or shower, Honey Hair Mask- this is a super replenishing treatment for thirsty or damaged hair- its a little sticky and messy but worth it!
Gathered from our favorite makers: All Skincando products are outstanding and Sara the owner has been incredibly supportive and an amazing resource- we offer her Skin Balm which is a staple now for everyone in our house for over washed hands, dry elbows, rough heels…, Saipua soap is in both of our showers we are stuck on the Coffee Mint Soap, sometimes we offer other flavors, I am a relatively recent convert to Alders Gua Sha Stone and Serum but I now keep one at my desk and in the bathroom and use daily, Palermo makes subtle yet effective enlivening and tranquility aromatherapy roll ons that are the most used items on my desk.