It’s no secret we love a picnic around here. In fact, there’s a whole series on the blog called “The Art of the Picnic” and it’s pretty great. And since spring is the perfect season for both picnics and bike dates, I thought I’d…
After working hard through the winter, I like to take a nice warm afternoon to open the windows, let a breeze waft in, and reorganize my desk. Anyone else do this? I’m by no means a Type A person but I do find a…
If you’re the type to wake up early (read: before 10 AM), one of the best ways to surprise your person and start the day off the romantic way is to make breakfast in bed. I can only make this work if I tell…
I’m a big fan of creating experiences that make the simple things feel special. It’s one of our core values at Lily & Val – treasuring the simple things in life. For me, coffee has become a simple ritual that can truly make my…
In the spirit of “hygge,” which is as fun to say as it looks, I thought I’d kick off January with a few at-home spa remedies to help capture this time of rejuvenation and renewal. The turn of a new year always brings with…
Staying in is the new going out. We feel this so hard at Lily & Val that we have a print about it. But, since we’re people who still value celebrating things, we can’t let staying in on New Year’s Eve happen without a…
Christmastime is especially magical when you’re a kid- the sparkling lights, glittering snow, the stories of Santa. Their days are spent cutting paper snowflakes, drawing up lists, and making delicious gingerbread houses! Inspired by our beautiful new “Sweet Holiday Wishes” kraft gingerbread house print,…
November is flying by so quickly that I don’t know whether to jump in a pile of leaves or start singing Christmas carols (okay, I’ll do both). While Thanksgiving is just around the corner, I don’t want to forget to take the time to…
Nostalgia fills the air during the holiday season. There’s no better place to be than the kitchen on Thanksgiving morning- with turkey roasting and cranberries cooking! Cinnamon, pine and citrus are some of the quintessential scents that also make Christmastime so memorable! While we…
What’s better than Thanksgiving dinner? Answer: Thanksgiving Leftovers! Your Thanksgiving guests will feel extra special leaving with leftovers wrapped with a pretty touch. I always love working with World Label to bring you fun, FREE downloads! This set might be one of my favorites.…
