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Take a look at this table lamp below. It was on clearance at Target a few months ago and I got it for less than $ 25.00, plus the cost of the lamp shade. I loved the price, I loved its smokey and dark grey/purple color, I loved that it was made of glass, and… Continue Reading
It was my son’s 9th birthday over Christmas break and while the big party plans are still ahead of us, it ‘s his teacher’s tradition to celebrate each child’s birthday with a small treat in class. So, today I’m making my sister, Irene’s Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies. She’s had this recipe for a couple of… Continue Reading
Remember that oversize basket that I use for decoration? Well, with its huge size, it surely makes a statement but storing it was kind of a hassle. I didn’t want to just leave it in the garage and get it all dusty, nor did I have enough storage space inside the new house we’re renting… Continue Reading
In Greece, pomegranates are a symbol of abundance and good luck. It’s a New Year’s tradition to have pomegranates in your house and in some regions, even to break one on the ground, allowing the rich red and juicy seeds to come out of the fruit, thus promising a new year filled with joy. But… Continue Reading
This fine, savory tart will be a piece of art on your table for the holiday season, and many more to come! Layers of crispy phyllo dough topped with soft and nutty bits of artichoke hearts and salty smoked bacon, all combined with a cheese and heavy cream mixture, will guarantee an unforgettable meal! If… Continue Reading
Over the last couple of years, I’ve been using these cute stockings from Crate & Barrel for my Christmas table decoration. They’re a great way to hold the silverware and they match perfectly well with my modern, yet all-time-classic, white dishes. This year, I wanted to add some more color to my Christmas table so… Continue Reading
I love to make the cutest and most unique cards by just using good quality paper bags that I’ve kept from my shopping. They come in handy for birthdays, Christmas, Easter, teacher notes, Thank You notes and whatever the occasion may be! And best of all, they are totally free! From this Pottery Barn Kids… Continue Reading
If you want a quick, meatless meal, full of vitamins, and taste, try this orzo pasta recipe that was given to me by my mother’s best friend, Litsa (a super cook!). You will love how rich and full this meal is! Ingredients: 2 cups orzo pasta (350 gr) 3/4 pound white mushrooms (about 350 gr),… Continue Reading
Who doesn’t like opening a perfectly wrapped gift? Reading a meaningful note, untying rich ribbons, unfolding crisp paper, looking through colorful tissue paper that reveal something that has been carefully chosen with love? For me, wrapping is part of the three-step process of offering a present: choosing, wrapping, giving, all of which are equally important… Continue Reading
I’m sure you’ve noticed those small decorative Christmas trees that come in various styles, materials and sizes. They seem to be everywhere this Christmas, but unfortunately they can be quite pricey (especially the nicer ones), like this one I saw at Pottery Barn! I wanted to get one for the house but since I didn’t… Continue Reading
