I wanted to share something today that will hopefully inspire us all and provide beautiful ideas for spring entertaining to come! Follow the link to see a stunning tablescape from Southern Lady Magazine: bit.ly/2EDO5U1

It is often the simplest of gestures that let people know you care. Hospitality trays might sound elevated and fancy, but the truth is, they could not be any easier to put together! Read here for inspiration: bit.ly/2H9AyFJ

Layer cakes are absolutely essential to Southern culture! This cake is one of the more discrete classics, can you guess what it is by the picture? Read here to find out and to get the recipe: bit.ly/2Nkr23v

Many of you requested more posts about female artists, so this is a story from Victoria Magazine that I am thrilled to share with you today! bit.ly/2Nhavxl

This gorgeous new book by Tracy Rapisardi celebrates all things magical about life by the water. Take a look at a few of my favorite rooms featured in this volume: bit.ly/2TLtRNn

Read my latest post for a word of encouragement on balancing life with business and finding what works for YOU! bit.ly/2RUUNZb

A Southern staple with a delicious twist! Read here for a biscuit recipe that you and everyone who tastes it will love! bit.ly/2RPd9e1

Read here for the history behind everyone's favorite Valentine's Day tradition🍫 bit.ly/2S8M9eC

Friends are truly a gift, and we should never give up on setting time aside to enjoy each other’s company. Talking, laughing, and eating with your best girlfriends is just good for the heart! bit.ly/2DITMzv

Hair color is not something to play round with, and I learned this lesson the hard way! Read here for the full story: bit.ly/2RnSIEP

When I am hosting a dinner or a family get-together, I like to prepare as much as I can in advance. Read here for five recipes that are quick, delicious, and classically Southern: bit.ly/2RPaQMU

This hotel in England was dubbed “good enough for the queen”. Get a tour and find out the history of this Welsh manor here: bit.ly/2CADOpw

Dreary weather and less sunlight naturally beckons for more days at home, which isn’t a bad thing in my book! Read here to find inspiration for your days at home: bit.ly/2VXkiMM

When we asked you for feedback about what you all wanted to read on Ribbon, one of the topics that kept appearing was “sisters,” particularly my sister! Today, we were laughing about the pecking order of children in the family. Read here for the story: bit.ly/2VRGUOR

A few years ago, @thecottagej debuted a story about Roostica Cottage in Highlands, North Carolina. The pictures alone are enough to make anyone start packing a bag for a weekend getaway. Read here for details: bit.ly/2FmhKmb

Bake From Scratch just unveiled their third annual cookbook! Covering both sweet and savory, Bake from Scratch: Volume Three is filled with artisan recipes for yeast bread, pies, birthday cakes, and so much more. bit.ly/2RiTCaI

Where do New Year’s resolutions originate? Well, I wrote a bit about this last year, and what I found is quite fascinating! This tradition runs back thousands of years, but of course, it has evolved over time: bit.ly/2CIbjY9

“To: Mom, From: Santa”, my boys couldn’t believe It! Read here for one of my favorite Christmas morning memories: bit.ly/2SZ8JCp

I have read the Christmas story many times over the years, and each time, God reveals something new: bit.ly/2QDfm0A

Time has flown, and I can’t believe we are getting ready to draw the winners. Only three short days left to enter @classicsewingmg's anniversary giveaway! Read here for prize and entry details: bit.ly/2UHVgAM