Lifestyle

How To Boil Paint Off Hardware

When we were house hunting 4 years ago, we knew we wanted an older home.  I'm very passionate about historic architecture, and love the character that comes with most of these homes.  Though our Craftsman home was partially flipped in the 90s, it still retains some beautiful historic character.  One such piece of character I… Continue reading How To Boil Paint Off Hardware

Lifestyle

St Augustine: A Tropical Getaway For History Lovers

It’s no secret that I’m in love with all things old, historic, and vintage, even while traveling.  I love hearing about a city’s past and how it’s affected current times; seeing the culture it instilled.  My particular passion is architecture, especially buildings that show off its craftsman’s skills.  However, my trips that are history heavy… Continue reading St Augustine: A Tropical Getaway For History Lovers

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Maverick Chocolate Shop

One of my goals for 2019 was to incorporate my other interests, like history and architecture, into my travel blog in new and interesting ways.  So many places around the world are embracing their historic roots in such fun ways and I want to share them with you, even if you aren't a history aficionado. … Continue reading Maverick Chocolate Shop

Fashion

4 Ways To Wear A Fair Isle Sweater

  Sorry for the short hiatus from the blog.  Between family obligations, the holidays and work, I was swamped.  I did have some time though to think up new and exciting ways to merge my different interests on the blog!  Today's post is one such merger, I hope you enjoy it! With a background in… Continue reading 4 Ways To Wear A Fair Isle Sweater

Lifestyle

Step Back In Time: Charming Historic Date Spots in Cincinnati 

A couple weekends ago, I had the pleasure of spending date night at The Orchid in Palm Court, the swanky bar and restaurant at the Hilton Netherlands Plaza in Cincinnati.  This hotel is beautifully preserved in its Art Deco splendor, with gilded decor, elaborate chandeliers and fresco ceilings. Being a history and architecture enthusiast, I… Continue reading Step Back In Time: Charming Historic Date Spots in Cincinnati