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December 11, 2024

hostess GIFT GUIDE: what to bring to your next holiday party

Have you heard? Esteemed cook, author and hostess extraordinaire Ina Garten never brings wine or flowers to a dinner party when she is a guest! While there's nothing wrong with these standard gifts, Ina says it's more considerate to bring something that the host won't feel obligated to serve or immediately display.We'd say anything is better than showing up empty-handed, and we often admit to falling back on these standbys. But Ina's remarks have prompted us to get creative and curate a hostess gift guide that goes beyond the random bottle of wine and grocery stor[...]

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JOYFUL LIVING, ROOST STYLE
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November 20, 2024

stylish separates for lounging around

My affection for loungewear started way back in the first grade when all I wanted to wear was a favorite Strawberry Shortcake track suit. My six-year old self felt equally cozy and pulled together in a matching terry top and bottoms. These days I still love a great track suit, but am opting for more elevated versions that work whether running errands, catching a flight or hanging out at home and putting up the Christmas tree.  From washable cashmere and soft knits to silk and velour, I've gone ahead and rounded up an assortment of easy loungewear separates th[...]

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IN THE KITCHEN, In The Kitchen / Entertaining, JOYFUL LIVING
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November 4, 2024

holiday bruschetta recipe

Charleston, SC

Butternut Squash Bruschetta Ingredients: 1 butternut squash 2 tablespoons of your favorite olive oil (try to find one that really enhances fresh vegetables - I like Antico Frantoio Muraglia Medium Fruity extra virgin olive oil) 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp honey 1 baguette (I like La Petit Francais which I get at Publix and are frozen) 4 oz goat cheese Fresh sage Balsamic glaze (Trader Joe's has a good one) Salt and pepper Instructions: Preheat your oven to 400 F.  While the oven is heating, defrost your frozen baguette. Split your butternut squash long ways[...]

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JOYFUL LIVING, ROOST STYLE
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November 4, 2024

Bringing vacation inspiration home

Charleston, SC

While traveling this summer to Italy, I found myself thinking about how I could bring some of my favorite inspirations home. Charleston, like many U.S. cities, has European influences. But when we venture abroad the full immersion in a new culture makes the experience really special. As I was photographing some of my favorite meals, textiles and decor, I knew with a little effort I could extend the experience at home by trying to replicate some of my favorite moments.  The whimsy[...]

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BOOKSHELF, HOME DECOR, IN THE KITCHEN, JOYFUL LIVING, ROOST STYLE
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March 18, 2024

a few of my favorite things + remembering A Good Dog

Can you believe Easter is right around the corner? Last week's time change kind of sneaked up on me, but the warm weather and extra hour of sunshine more than compensated for any lingering fatigue. Tom and I have made daytime dates an occasional habit, and the spring weather was the perfect excuse for an impromptu cruise around Charleston Harbor. From boat rides to clean beauty, today I'm sharing an assortment of little things that have been filling my cup lately.  Speaking of cups...the trendy Ember Mug tops my list. I original[...]

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JOYFUL LIVING, ROOST STYLE
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February 14, 2024

for the love of france

Bordeaux, France

France is a visual feast for the eyes. That may be one of the reasons I truly love the place. I don't often travel long distance alone, but this year I had a special opportunity. My dear friend who I hadn't seen in 6 years was planning her special 50th birthday celebration. She was throwing a weekend "fete" that she encouraged me to attend. I was going to be the only American, but she insisted it would not be a problem. I would have an amazing time. Hard to pass up! The day I arrived my friend had t[...]

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HOME DECOR, JOYFUL LIVING
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February 6, 2024

Ten easy ways to elevate your space

If you've ever put your house on the market, you know the rush of activity that goes into making certain it presents well. After all the repairs and upgrades, I recall wishing we wouldn't have waited until we were selling the place to make those improvements. A few weekends’ worth of elbow grease and minor adjustments made such a difference in the way our previous home felt and functioned.Although we're not intending to sell our current abode any time soon, something about the new year has me feeling inspired to take stock of these four walls and make a punch li[...]

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JOYFUL LIVING
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January 15, 2024

looking up when you’re feeling down

Charleston, SC

Charleston is not Scandinavia. However neither is it immune to some winter dark and cold. Contrary to my desire to hibernate, the best remedy for me is to get outside. Our family’s love of Charleston began with its nature – the sea, the beaches, the wetlands, the trees, the birds, the fish, the Spanish moss – and it never looks or feels better than on crisp winter days. Every year I struggle with Seasonal Affective disorder (SAD) but I have learned ways to combat it. Beach walks on a seasonally quiet Sullivan’s Island[...]

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