TODAY'S MENU {Pumpkin Pie with Seed Crust}

{Happily Haunted}

If you're anything like me than you probably dread coming up with a Halloween costume every year. I've never been one for scary movies or haunted houses, but seeing as how this spooky day combines two of my favourite things (candy and decorating), I don't mind getting into the holiday spirit.

Here are some great entertaining ideas...they may not be bone-chilling but they sure are festive, happy Halloween!

TODAY'S MENU {Black & White Cookie}

{Shake it like a Salt Shaker}

In the market for a housewarming gift? Something fun to adorn your tabletop? These quirky salt and pepper shakers are sure to make anyone smile!

Naoto Fukasawa maracas

Woody Hsieh pebbles

Jonathan Adler cats

Jonathan Adler birds

Colin O'Dowd fins

James Burgess keyboard

Alberto Mantilla hugs

TODAY'S MENU {Root Beer Float}

{Retro Refined}

As mentioned in my previous posts I am genetically drawn to collections, I get about as much pleasure from a new bowl, vase or perfume as I do from a tropical vacation. Perhaps it's the thrill of the hunt, or that finishing touch, or the fact that no matter what the find it always feels like it was made just for me.

While the possibilities may be endless, these vintage treasures are a classic tribute to collections everywhere.

Growing up I had a friend whose mom collected vintage tea pots. She displayed them on a shelf that ran along their entire kitchen, I thought it was so pretty and still remember it to this day.

I saw these vintage coffee grinders at a café in Toronto, sipping espresso suddenly felt very nostalgic

Colour blocking glass bottles makes for a charming arrangement

Vintage seltzer bottles can add much colour and character

{A Bright Idea}

Get the bottom halves cut off and throw in a light bulb to hang over your kitchen counter

Retro milk carafes make great holding places for just about anything you've got lying around!

TODAY'S MENU {Chocolate Meringue Cake}

{Match Made in Heaven}

While visiting yet another charming cupcake shop last week, I spent a fair amount of time gushing over the shelves filled with beautiful artisan birthday candles and darling matchboxes. Visions of pairing the two together ran through my mind set amid milestone birthdays and family-filled celebrations.

I can't think of a more special way to make a wish!

TODAY'S MENU {Frozen Yogurt Cones}

{Coast to Coastal}

I've recently made the big move from the East to the West coast. Not discounting my love for the bustling city vibe, the decision had nothing to do with a geographical itch and everything to do with a great romance.

So, needless to say, I am a dark-haired, scarf-sporting, blackberry-obsessed city gal trying to find her way in a new and might I add very laid back metropolis...and what better way to honour my new digs than to embrace its utmost solid foundation? The beach!

*GREEN* Create your very own collection by recycling old bottles and filling them with beautiful pastels

Accents such as coral and shells collected at the beach are a great way to achieve that coastal cottage vibe

*GIFT* Silk-printing paragon Thomas Paul covers every square foot of the home with his colourful designs. Melamine dessert plates to bath towels, perhaps a quirky throw pillow or a nautical-inspired wristlet for that fashionista friend of yours?

TODAY'S MENU {Sugary Snow Cones}

{A Glass Act}
Lately I find myself drooling over all things glass.
It began with a search for the perfect housewarming gift for a friend of mine, as I browsed every home, kitchen and bath store I was drawn to anything and everything transparent. I soon realized I've been accruing this material for quite some time now in my very own home.
Inspired by simple things like recycled bottles makes my glass more than half-full!

Recycled Glass Balloon Vases

Retro-inspired Goblets, HomeSense

Jeannette Jadeite Measuring Cups, Jeannette Glass Company

Metal & Glass Domed Cake Stand

Rippled Glass Cake Plate

Paper-wrapped Votives

Rustic Glass Pitchers, Branch Home

Glass Canister, H&M Home