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How to Make a Pink (White Chocolate) Ganache Drip Cake

Looking to impress your family and friends? I got you covered with this easy tutorial for making a beautiful drip cake.

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February 17, 2020February 17, 2020

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Ideas for Hosting an Elegant Galentine’s Day Brunch

Hey ladies! What’s more exciting than Valentine’s Day? G-A-L-E-N-T-I-N-E-S D-A-Y! Not to take anything away from spending time with our most special someone but it’s also time to celebrate our girlfriends and Mom relationships. 

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February 13, 2020February 13, 2020

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How I Prepare My Home for Valentine’s Day and Easy Ways to Celebrate the Occasion

I’m not gonna lie, I spent very little time preparing my home for Valentine’s Day.

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February 10, 2020February 7, 2020

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First Week of February – Time to Prune Rose Bushes and Crape Myrtle Trees

Super Bowl Sunday? Think gardening! It’s that time of year to trim roses bushes and crape myrtle trees for the Spring time.

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February 6, 2020February 6, 2020

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Timeless vs Trendy – How to Spot the Difference and Create a Timeless Home

The struggle is REAL, timeless vs trendy home decor. I love to keep up with the latest home decor trends…but it’s just not possible because styles change so very often!

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February 3, 2020February 4, 2020

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Chipotle’s Rice Recipe

If you are as huge a fan of Chipotle as my family is…you will definitely want to try this recipe.

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January 30, 2020January 21, 2020

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Super Bowl Recipes and Party Food Ideas

When I think of the Super Bowl, I think of hanging out with friends, gathering around the television, eating and drinking (of course), and laughing at funny commercials.

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January 27, 2020January 25, 2020

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How to Make Authentic “Movie Theater” Popcorn

Ever wonder what makes “movie theater” popcorn taste so good? If you’re wondering if a special ingredient is used…you are right.

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January 23, 2020January 21, 2020

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Spending an amazing weekend with my family at @omn Spending an amazing weekend with my family at @omnihomestead. We went from the ski slopes to afternoon tea, to the outdoor heated swimming pool to the ice skating rink and off to dinner at a steakhouse. So much to do here its one of our favorite destinations close to home.#favoriteresort #luxuryresorts #familytime #familyweek #familyvacation #familyfuntimes #valentinesdayweekend #getawayweekend #happyhautehome #familyiseverything❤️ #weekendgetaway #
Happy Valentine’s Day to my sweet hubby and to y Happy Valentine’s Day to my sweet hubby and to you all! This pic is from Valentine’s Day last year where we celebrated at @edgewoodtahoe …wonder what he has in store for me this year?! Whatever you all do…enjoy and treasure every minute with the ones you love. xoxoxox⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#galentinesday #valentinesday2020 #springiscoming🌸 #dinnerfortwo #valentinesdaydinner #valentinesdayathome #valentinesdayideas🌹 #galentinesdayparty #galentinesparty #galentinesday2020 #valentinesdayiscoming #rosesforvalentinesday #valentines_day #valentinespecial #happyhautehome #countryhomes #bloggersofinstagram #lifestyleblogging #valentinesdayhomedecor #earlyspringtime #homedecorbloggers #lifestylebloggers #edgewoodtahoe #edgewoodrestaurant
One day until Galentine’s Day and two days until One day until Galentine’s Day and two days until Valentine’s Day! Do you have your plans set? Check out this gorgeous cake my friend made for our Galentine’s Day party this past weekend?! She made all the toppings too! I will be sharing a blog post on how you can make one of these beautifies yourself! Stay tuned!⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#galentinesday #valentinesday2020 #springiscoming🌸 #galentinesdayparty #galentinesparty #galentinesday2020 #valentinesdayiscoming #rosesforvalentinesday #valentines_day #valentinespecial #happyhautehome #valentinesdayideas #countryhomes #bloggersofinstagram #lifestyleblogging #valentinesdayhomedecor #earlyspringtime #homedecorbloggers #lifestylebloggers #galentinesdaycake #drizzlecake #galentines #valentinescake #valentinesdaycake
As this is Valentine’s week, I am sharing inspir As this is Valentine’s week, I am sharing inspiration for Galentine’s Day, a celebration of the amazing women in our lives. Have you thought about hosting a Galentine’s Day party? I have a blog post coming up for you sharing info on how to host an amazing party like @flightoffancyllc Stay tuned!⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#valentinesday2020 #valentinesdaytree #springiscoming🌸 #galentinesdayparty #galentinesparty #galentinesday2020 #valentinesdayiscoming #rosesforvalentinesday #valentines_day #valentinespecial #happyhautehome #valentinesdayideas #countryhomes #bloggersofinstagram #lifestyleblogging #valentinesdayhomedecor #earlyspringtime #homedecorbloggers #lifestylebloggers #galentinesday
Have you ever thought to have a Valentine’s Day Have you ever thought to have a Valentine’s Day tree? My dear friend at @flightoffancyllc has a beautiful one in her home library that she recently remodeled. Not only does Alana have a beautiful home but she throws amazing parties. If you missed the highlights in my stories, I will share more this week, stay tuned!⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#valentinesday2020 #valentinesdaytree #springiscoming🌸 #valentinesdayiscoming #rosesforvalentinesday #valentines_day #valentinespecial #happyhautehome #valentinesdayideas #countryhomes #bloggersofinstagram #lifestyleblogging #valentinesdayhomedecor #earlyspringtime #homedecorbloggers #lifestylebloggers #homelibrary #homelibrarygoals #homelibrarydesign #galentinesday
Our temperatures are all over the place. The week Our temperatures are all over the place. The week stated off in the 60s, but have been slowly decreasing. I’m sure we will get another storm before Winter ends. How about you all, have you had much snow this Winter? As cute as these deer are, they wreak havoc on my plants, check out my blog posts of how to keep hungry deer away from your shrubs.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#winterweather❄️ #herdofdeer #wintersnow #springiscoming🌸 #valentinesdayiscoming❤️ #rosesforvalentinesday #valentines_day #valentinespecial #happyhautehome #valentinesdayideas #valentinesday2020 #countryhomes #bloggersofinstagram #lifestyleblogging #valentinesdayhomedecor #earlyspringtime #homedecorbloggers #lifestylebloggers #deereatingshrubs ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣
Beautiful day today in the Nation’s Capital, a g Beautiful day today in the Nation’s Capital, a gorgeous 65 degrees! Punxsutawney Phil predicts an early Spring. I’m no groundhog but I think I could have predicted that too :)⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#groundhogday #rosesforvalentinesday #valentines_day #valentinespecial #valentinesdaygift #happyhautehome #valentinesdayiscoming #pinkroses🌷 #valentinesdayideas #valentinesday2020 #countryhomes #bloggersofinstagram #lifestyleblogging #goldenretreiversofinstagram #valentinesdayhomedecor #earlyspringtime #homedecorbloggers #lifestylebloggers
My sweet husband bought me these beautiful pink ro My sweet husband bought me these beautiful pink roses. I love getting roses before Valentines’s Day but I won’t let him buy me flowers on the 14th! I refuse to pay that crazy mark up!! Of course I’ll spend thousands on other stuff…it’s all relative I guess 😉 Do you splurge on certain items and penny pinch on others too?⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#rosesforvalentinesday #valentines_day #valentinespecial #valentinesdaygift #happyhautehome #valentinesdayiscoming #pinkroses🌷 #valentinesdayideas #romanticdinnerfortwo #valentinesday2020 #dinnerfortwo #valentinesdaydinnerdate #countryhomes #bloggersofinstagram #lifestyleblogging #valentinesdaytablescape #valentinesdaytable
Hi All, today I am sharing a stunning tray from @a Hi All, today I am sharing a stunning tray from @arthurcourtdesigns . The Magnolia Centerpiece makes a huge statement and its loaded with detail and intricate design. Its weight showcases the quality of all the tableware and each piece I own is so unique. I really love all my gifts and use them every chance I get. This tray can be used in so many ways too and on its own it is stunning. I am linking the tray in my profile if you are interested.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#arthurcourt #arthurcourtdesigns #vagabondhouse #ad #centerpieces #centerpiecesideas #centerpiecesforweddings #traystyling #trayideas #magnoliatray #statementcenterpiece #happyhautehome #countryhomes #estatehome #heirloomtray
Happy Monday Friends! Did you watch the Grammy Awa Happy Monday Friends! Did you watch the Grammy Awards Ceremony last night? We had the honor of attending the Grammy Awards last year in 2019 and it was an experience we will remember for a lifetime. ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#grammys2020 #grammys2019 #grammyawards #grammyawards2019 #grammyawards2020 #grammyceremony #grammyawardspremiereceremony #tripofalifetime #bestvacationever #iwanttogoback #lavacation #happyhautehome #frenchcountrystyle #frenchcountryhome #frenchcountry #frenchcountrydecor #microsofttheater #staplecenter #staplecenterla #microsofttheater2019
Looking for Super Bowl treat ideas? Authentic “m Looking for Super Bowl treat ideas? Authentic “movie theater” popcorn is a perfect snack for the big game and I have shared the recipe on my blog…head on over..link in profile.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#moviepopcorn #popcorn🍿 #hometheater #superbowl2020 #superbowlparty #superbowlfood #superbowlfoodideas #superbowlmunchies #superbowlpartyfood #superbowlpartyideas #superbowlpartymenu #happyhautehome #countryhomes #hometheaterdesign #hometheaters #hometheaterdecor #candycart
Would you ever paint your kitchen cabinet’s blue Would you ever paint your kitchen cabinet’s blue? “Naval” is Sherwin Williams 2020 color of the year. What do you think? Check out my blog for other 2020 colors of the year, link in profile. We painted our kitchen cabinets a couple years back and still love the color although I am considering repainting one of our islands… ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#sherwinwilliams #coloroftheyear #benjaminmoore #benjaminmoorepaint #behr #behrpaint #2020coloroftheyear #paintcolors #navybluecabinets #bluecabinets #bestpaintcolors2020⁣ ⁣#bestpaintcolors #kitchencabinetsmakeover #kitchencabinetry #kitchencabinetpainting #kitchencabinet #kitchencabinetproject #homedecorblogger #happyhautehome
Thinking Valentine’s Day and a cozy seating for Thinking Valentine’s Day and a cozy seating for two. What do you have planned?⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#valentines_day #valentinesdayideas #romanticdinnerfortwo #strawberrytrifle #dessertrecipes #valentinesday2020 #dinnerfortwo #valentinesdaydinnerathome #valentinesdaydinnerdate #valentinesdaydinner #happyhautehome #countryhomes #bloggersofinstagram #lifestyleblogging #valentinesdaytablescape #valentinesdaytable #valentinesdaytabledecor #dessertrecipe
If you are looking for a great dessert to share wi If you are looking for a great dessert to share with friends, I gotcha covered. I made an Amaretto Cake for a NYE party and it was a huge hit! I am sharing my 15 year old recipe based on several requests. It would make a great Valentine’s dessert too. The recipe is the my blog, link under profile. Enjoy!⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#valentines_day #valentinesdayideas #romanticdinnerfortwo #strawberrytrifle #dessertrecipes #valentinesday2020 #dinnerfortwo #valentinesdaydinnerathome #valentinesdaydinnerdate #valentinesdaydinner #happyhautehome #countryhomes #bloggersofinstagram #lifestyleblogging #valentinesdaytablescape #valentinesdaytable #valentinesdaytabledecor #dessertrecipe
With Valentine’s Day just a month away, it’s t With Valentine’s Day just a month away, it’s time to start planning for the special occasion. Typically we stay in, especially if the 14th falls on a week day, then we wait to celebrate over the following weekend. If you plan to stay in, I suggest an outstanding dessert and my strawberry trifle will hit the spot! The recipe is on my blog, link in profile.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#valentines_day #valentinesdayideas #romanticdinnerfortwo #strawberrytrifle #dessertrecipes #valentinesday2020 #dinnerfortwo #valentinesdaydinnerathome #valentinesdaydinnerdate #valentinesdaydinner❤️ #happyhautehome #countryhomes #bloggersofinstagram #lifestyleblogging #valentinesdaytablescape #valentinesdaytable #valentinesdaytabledecor #dessertrecipe #strawberrytrifle🍓
Foyer Christmas trees are down and packed away..th Foyer Christmas trees are down and packed away..thanks to my hubby. Love you Hon! Now…what to do with this mirror? Any ideas?⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#foyer #foyerdecor #foyerdesign #foyers #happyhautehome #diningroomdecor #diningtable #diningroominspo #interiordecorator #mirrorpic #mirrormirror #countryhome #countrylivingmagazine #interiordecorblog #interiordesignideas💡#bloggersofinstagram #homedecorblog #homedecorblogs #homedecorideas #lifeblogger
Slowly our home is getting back to non Christmas d Slowly our home is getting back to non Christmas decor. But little twinkling lights will remain :)⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#peonyflower #gingerjars #twinklinglights #postchristmas #blushpink #blushpinkpillows #blushfordays #happyhautehome #countryhomes #estatehome #january2020 #whitehouseonthehill #whitehome #whitehomes #homedecors #interiordecorating #familyroomdecor #coffeetablestyling #coffeetables #pieronelove #softsurroundings
Happy Saturday IG friends. A shot of our home duri Happy Saturday IG friends. A shot of our home during the first winter snow storm we had this season…last week. I love capturing the snow flakes. Have you had any snow yet where you live?⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#snowday #snow #snowflakes #snowdays #snowday2020 #washingtondcsnow #happyhautehome #countryhomes #estatehome #snowisfalling #snowishere #bluesky💙 #naturephotography #mountainphotography #mountainphotos #mountainphotographer #neighborhoodphotography #january2020 #snowstorm2020 #snowcoveredtrees ⁣#whitehouseonthehill #whitehome #whitehomes #snowflakephotography
A mini snow storm rolled through the Washington DC A mini snow storm rolled through the Washington DC area leaving a beautiful blanket of snow on our lawn. It was only a few inches but the kids enjoyed the snow day and I enjoyed the scenery out our front door.⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#snowday #snow #snowflakes #snowdays #snowday2020 #washingtondcsnow #happyhautehome #countryhomes #estatehome #snowisfalling #snowishere #bluesky💙 #naturephotography #mountainphotography #mountainphotos #mountainphotographer #neighborhoodphotography #january2020 #snowstorm2020 #snowcoveredtrees ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣
After being away for 4 days, and our pup at a sit After being away for 4 days, and our pup at a sitter’s house…Bentley is home and exhausted. He slept all day Monday and was too tired to eat. His energy is back today and he wants to play in the snow! The DC area is expected to get 2-4 inches this afternoon…schools are closed and the federal government shut down early. WooHoo for our first “big” snowfall of the season 🙂 ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣#christmas2019 #christmasisstillhere #puppylife #doglife #happyhautehome #snowiscoming #christmasdecorating #christmasflowers #stillchristmashere #goldenretrieversofinstagram #goldenretreiverlife #bloggerlifestyle #bloggersofinstagram #christmasdecorideas #christmasdecoration #christmasdecorstillup #christmasflowerstyling #januarydecor #winterdecor #winterdecorations #snowisfalling 🐾 ⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣
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Home Exterior Modernization “One Room Challenge” Final Reveal (Week 6)

The moment we have all been waiting for has finally arrived! The Big Reveal of our Home Exterior Modernization! Sit back and enjoy the abundance of pictures, I took a lot of photos and included a bunch for your viewing pleasure (and this is the scaled back version)!

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November 7, 2019November 10, 2019

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“Home Wine Cellar” – One Room Challenge – Final Reveal

After 6 short weeks, the time has come for the final reveal of our Wine Cellar! Wow, the time passed quickly. I am thrilled to show you our new space and hope we can inspire you to build your own cellar, wine room, or wine closet.

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November 8, 2018November 8, 2018

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“Basement Bar Remodel” One Room Challenge (Week 6) “Final Reveal”

Wow…it’s finally here. The day has come to reveal the end result of our hard work in remodeling our modern french country basement bar space in 6 weeks, as a guest participant in the One Room Challenge!

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May 10, 2018May 10, 2018

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Modern French Country Kitchen Renovation “One Room Challenge” Final Reveal

The time has officially arrived. It’s been a rough 7 weeks for us and our DIY kitchen renovation, but we are so happy the job is finally complete!

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November 16, 2017May 16, 2018

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Extraordinary Washington D.C. Suburb Home Tour

One of my favorite aspects of blogging so far, has been meeting new people with whom I have a common interest. The world wide web is an enormous place, so when friendships are formed online, chances of meeting in person are slim.

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October 16, 2017June 27, 2019

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Building “The Ultimate Home Gym” the Rogue Way

Building a home gym takes a lot of thought and preparation. It begins with choosing a room in the home that will accommodate your equipment and the way you want to work out.

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September 25, 2017August 18, 2019

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New Fireplace Surround for the Family Room

If you’ve been following my blog, you know we are in the process of renovating our family room. We are restyling the room from an over the top (not sure what you call this) to a transitional style.

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July 13, 2017September 9, 2018

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Building Interior Wood Square Pillars

Our new house is everything we want in a home. The flow is perfect, the ceilings are high, the kitchen is ginormous, the basement outstanding, has a beautiful lot and more than enough space for our family. The bones of the home are incredible. No detail was overlooked in the building of this beautiful home.… Continue reading →

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June 19, 2017June 4, 2018

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