GLASSES

After the holidays have passed, i like to sit and think about what i could have done differently or maybe what I need to purchase for next year. I write it down, of course, because I will definitely forget if I don't.
I go over the menus I made and keep note of what was a hit or a fail and maybe what I made way too much of that could be decreased, which is usually most everything. Italian girls always make too much, oh well...
Anyway, I need to revamp my glasses, water, wine, special beverage, all of them really.
When my daughter was making her wedding registry I realized most new brides to be do not register formal glasses. Back in the stone age of the 80's when I was creating a registry we all wanted Lenox, or Waterford, or some other formal, got to register at least 8 to 12 of the same glasses, same water, same wine....It's different now and I like it..Everything is more casual, more practical, and there's room to be unique and mix and match sets to create a really pretty and interesting table or bar cart.

So there is a million sites to look at and order glasses from but i thought i would show you a few I think are worth the look. I personally like clear with maybe a hint of a texture but nothing crazy. There are so many colors and patterns to choose from as well. I always like to choose things that will go with everything, my practical side, but sometimes something else does stop me in my tracks.
So here are a few from Pottery Barn, Crate and Barrel, and Anthropologie,

First two are from Pottery Barn 

I like the simplicity 

These are Schott Zwiesel

These are Crate and BarrelWater Goblet

Whiskey glasses

Never saw Moscow mules in another metal.There are a few different metals to choose from

Beer should be in a glass, right?

The last few here are from Anthropologie

stemless wine or water 

these have a texture 

See ya 2018...2019 How you doin?

So the holidays have come and gone. It was a busy and fun season. I would love to hear feedback on topics you would like to see blogged about in 2019.
Anything lifestyle related: decorating, home construction, receipes, entertaining,  clothing, hair, makeup, children, husbands, girlfriends, shopping, vacations, nutrition, exercise, anything at all. The main goal of my blog is to have a place for my followers to come and get an idea for a dish to make, or a creative inspiration to try on your own, or anything big or small to help you. I follow the accounts that I do, for all these same reasons. I appreciate each and everyone who reads my content, whether you are a relative, a friend, or a person who just happens to like what i put out there.

talk soon,
debbie xo

Tailgate Series 1

So it's Tailgate Season!
The minute my first son was born, back in 1994, I knew Football was an inevitable part of our lives. My husband had played and it was his passion. He always dreamed of having a son who he could coach and share the love of the big game. I was a nervous wreck when the idea of playing pop warner rolled around. My son was small and thin, yikes! Well fast forward. He went on to play continuously thru college. It was the best!
My second son was born in 1999, there was no question as long as he wanted to play football, he would follow in his big brother's footsteps. Fast forward to Fall 2018, he is playing his Sophomore year in college. We tailgate before all his games. Tailgating is so much fun to plan and have friends and family to cheer our team on with as a group.
Last year I did a single post on it but this year I thought I would do a Series to share more ideas, recipes, and DIY stuff
First off is a banana bread recipe I have made over and over. It's easy to bake. Honestly I can not remember where I found it, so I am sorry I can't give credit where credit is due. I started making it to bring to my son for a snack at college, but it is a great tailgate staple. If the game is early afternoon, tailgating may start late morning so I like to have sweet, savory, and everything in between to offer everyone. Let me know what you think!

3-4 ripe bananas smashed
1/3 cup melted salted butter
34 cup brown sugar
1 egg beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla
1teaspoon baking soda
Pinch salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 1/2 cup flour
Preheat to 350 oven
Mix butter into bananas
Mix in sugar, egg, vanilla
Then add spices
Sprinkle baking soda and salt mix in
Add flour last n mix, I use a spoon
(You can add 1 tablespoon of bourbon when adding egg, sugar, vanilla)
Bake about 40-50 min in a loaf pan.
You can cut slices and then cut in half for easy eating at your tailgate ENJOY!

Zucchini pie..Winner of ..Most Versatile dish✨✨✨

As I mentioned on Instagram this dish is so easy and versatile. It can be an appetizer, a side, or a meal with maybe a salad added
I'm Italian and so exact measurements for a recipe is not my thing, but I'll list what I can and give it a try soon.  Great Summer dish
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Cube up 3 cups of yellow zucchini, skin off
3-5 links sausage, I use chicken sausage
1/2 cup onions, I have used onion powder instead
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cloves of garlic, again, I have used garlic powder if you don't have cloves in the house
4 eggs
1 cup of Bisquick
1/2 cup oil
1/2 cup grated parmasean cheese
Pinch of oregano
In a fry pan, sauté the sausage out of the casing, with garlic and onion
Drain and add to the following
Eggs, bisquick, zucchini, salt, pepper, oil, grated cheese, mix it all up
Pour into a greased pie dish, sprinkle oregano on top
Bake for about 40 min
Enjoy!

It's time for the Big Nordstrom Sale! ✨✨✨

If you have a Nordstrom card you can start shopping at midnight tonight, otherwise you have some time to pick out your favorites.
Here are just a few of my picks
✨All Saints shoulder handbag. They are made well, soft leather. Great shape
218.00 after sale 328.00
✨Tonya slide. Great for Late summer into Fall. 49.90
✨Leith velvet. I'm in love with this heel style 49.90
✨Halogen Ruffle neck sweater. Many colors. 49.90
✨Vince Camuto tie cuff blouse. Color choices. 58.90 all the little details make a difference
✨top shop open cardigan. Looks so cozy 49.90
✨MAC always does a great job offering gift sets. Pick up a few just incase.

This sofa is Just right

Was dreading shopping for a new sofa for our tv sitting area. Decided on white slipcovered sofas from Ikea. I had read about the Ektorp collection that a few bloggers I follow have used for different projects. My daughter bought a sofa and she liked it as well. Wanted to report that so far it is very comfy and roomie. I bought the 3.5 which is wider than regular one. There is a 3 sofa sizes, a love seat, a club chair, and sectional. There are many color options for the covers.  I bought 2 of the 3.5 sofas and an ottoman. The covers are washable. I will update you on that when I wash them. The price is great and if you can snag them thru the warehouse you can have them shipped for 30.00. The customer service is a bit lacking both over the phone and at the store. Worth it though.
Here are the options:

White and White

Embarrassed to admit we had a mattress with a huge valley thru the middle, as I bought a mattress without replacing the box spring at the same time. Couldn't decide what mattress was best as we both, big Al and I, have back issues from time to time. My chiropractor suggested a basic firm style, no topper, and so I bought a new one from Raymour and Flannigan. Great service, they take away the old mattress, new one was delivered the day after I purchased it.
If you follow on Instagram you see that we are updating our master bath and bedroom. I recently changed up the bed coverings.
Wanted white and light, will be painting walls a light gray and new carpeting also.
I have a high, 4 post bed, queen.
Always on the hunt for a bed skirt long enough to hit the floor, always a big Fail.
Found a King sized, summer weight coverlet, I guess is the right word. It hangs just the right length all the way around the bed. Ordered it online from TJMaxx
Then I added a white comforter. I have bad luck with duvets not clumping up and staying nice so I went with a plain comforter. Found it at Marshall's
The throw I scored at HomeGoods. It's this soft fabric, great light gray color.  Trying to find a pillow in same fabric. I had a few ladies stop me as I was shopping and say how they loved the blanket.
Finally, the PILLOWS!  Scored those lumbar shaped ones at Tjmaxx.com. They looked so much like the ones that Serena and Lily carry. I do love that store but these were so much cheaper!
Have a great day and go dress your Bed✨✨