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family heirloom

Inspiration

5 Reasons Why We Should Handwrite Our Recipes

I am fascinated by handwriting. Not in an analytical what-your-handwriting-style-says-about- you-kind-of-way, but rather in a human connection kind of way. Just like viewing an original painting conjures a connection to the artist, handwriting is connected to the person. You can almost feel it. They held…

Inspiration

Embracing Imperfection In My Keepsake Kitchen Diary

On the @lilyandval Instagram, we’ve been running the Summer of Simple Pleasures Challenge! Summer always flashes by in a whirlwind so it is designed to help you slow down and take a moment to savor the simple things! Plus, you’ll be left with an…

Inspiration

Crafting Your Keepsake Kitchen Diary

The Lily & Val team carved out a special day of creative messiness (and snackiness!) to spend together. The occasion? Filling our Keepsake Kitchen Diaries with our very favorite recipes! We’ve heard many times from various fans that they are afraid of messing up…

Behind the Scenes

Keepsake Kitchen Diary™ Update

Friends, I am sitting down to write this update to you with a full heart and a gratefulness that I can’t express! Just a few short months ago I was announcing that we sold out of Keepsake Kitchen Diaries- and although we received more…

In the Kitchen

In the Kitchen: Grandma’s Mashed Potatoes

Every year it seems our family holiday get-togethers change- whether it’s the location, the people or whether we celebrate on the actual holiday.  I look forward to this time of year but prepare myself for the new environments or traditions that my fast-growing family produces.  The…