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Curated Living with French Soul

Where beauty becomes part of everyday life

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Entertaining Idea’s for a Memorial Day Backyard Gathering
Impromptu Gatherings Made Easy with Blue and White Decor
How to Choose the Right Color Palette for Your Next Home Event
A French Blue and White Tablescape with Vintage Spode

A French-inspired blue and white tablescape styled with vintage Spode plates, a Juliska charger, blush roses, and candlelight, the same Spode that anchored my award-winning competition table, set here in soft spring tones.

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Creating a Quick and Easy Valentine’s Tea Party Gathering

A relaxed Valentine’s tea party with raspberry cocktails, tiered trays, florals, and light bites, designed for easy, joyful gathering with friends.

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My Valentine’s Brunch Celebration

A relaxed Valentine’s brunch styled in blue and white with soft pink accents, designed for easy gathering and lingering conversation.

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A French Summer Garden Tablescape with Roses and Citrus

A French-inspired summer table built around the garden's own colors, a loose roses-and-citrus centerpiece, layered white linens, and frosted French bee glasses for gathering beautifully in the warm months.

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The George - A Little Bit of Luxury In The Heart Of Napa, California
My First Days In California
Day Tripping in Watch Hill, Rhode Island: A Complete Guide to a Perfect Coastal Day Trip

Plan the perfect day trip to Watch Hill, Rhode Island. Discover the historic Flying Horse Carousel, charming boutiques, East Beach, the Watch Hill Lighthouse, and the iconic Ocean House — plus a complete guide to packing a beautiful picnic for the shore. A Yankee's favorite coastal escape from the Merze Lifestyle Journal.

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Garden Party with Late Spring Edible Flowers
Memorial Day Back Yard Barbecue