Celebrating those we love |
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When is the last time you stopped to truly appreciate those around you who fill your life with so much love and happiness? February is often thought of as the month of love, so this year we thought we would dive deeper into all relationships. So many times we get swept up in all the hustle and bustle of our every day lives that we can so easily take for granted the people who make our lives better simply by being in them. We can easily forget to take a moment to acknowledge all that they add to our lives and the joy that they bring us, so we want to make it our priority this month to be intentional in ALL of our relationships. It is so blissful celebrating Valentine's Day with your special someone, but we don't want to stop there! We designed this month's newsletter to provide activities, events, and plans for every type of relationship in your life! Plan a night out with friends, enjoy spending time with your family, and of course, create the most magical date nights that you will always remember. |
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February 8 GALENTINE'S SIP AND SHOP Wheaton, IL 60187 Location: Downtown Wheaton Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Price: Free registration Calling all gals! Grab your besties and get together for this fabulous shopping experience throughout Downtown Wheaton. Featuring complimentary sips and snacks throughout, spend some quality time with friends and find everything you need for spring. Visit the website for more details! |
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February 13 VALENTINE'S DAY COOKIE DECORATING EVENT 272 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL 60523 Location: Beatrix Time: 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM Price: $32.95 Make Valentine’s day extra sweet for the kiddos this year at Beatrix Oak Brook’s Kid’s Valentine’s Day Cookie Decorating Event on Tuesday, February 13th from 5:00PM – 6:00PM! The whole family can join in on decorating heart-shaped cookies with icing, sprinkles and candies while learning pro tips from the Beatrix pastry chef team. Keep the fun going with Valentine’s Day-themed activities and taking sweet-as-can-be photos with themed decorations. Plus, each kid will have major heart-eyes for the Valentine’s Day Treat Bags on their way out! Visit the website for more details! |
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How do you balance current design trends with creating a timeless look that will age well? My advice is that the more expensive the item it, you should lean more timeless in selection. You can always change less expensive items to refresh a home but you don’t want to be redoing major items every 5-10 years. -Stephanie Donnelly |
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BAKED STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE STUFFED FRENCH TOAST If there’s one brunch recipe you need in your life, it’s this Baked Strawberry Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast. Not only is this French toast easy to prepare, but it’s always a favorite. Soft, buttery, sweet, and filled with strawberry jam, whipped cream cheese, and fresh berries. It’s the perfect brunch entrée for both special occasions and simple breakfasts. Read More |
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SHEET PAN STICKY POMEGRANATE CHICKEN & HONEY ROASTED SQUASH This Sheet Pan Sticky Pomegranate Chicken and Honey Roasted Squash is a new fall favorite. The chicken is breaded in coconut, oven-baked, then tossed in a spicy, sweet, and extra sticky Thai pomegranate sauce. Then just add honey-roasted autumn squash…cooked right alongside the chicken…for the easiest weeknight sheet pan dinner. Serve the sticky chicken and squash over coconut rice topped with plenty of juicy pomegranate arils. The perfect easy fall dinner any night of the week…that’s delicious too! Read More |
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SIMPLE CHOCOLATE CELEBRATION CUPCAKES Sweet, delicious, and simple Chocolate Celebration Cupcakes. Light and fluffy chocolate cupcakes with both cocoa powder and real chocolate chunks, combined to create double the chocolate deliciousness. Each light, fluffy cupcake is generously frosted with a sweet whipped chocolate frosting made with luscious melted dark chocolate. These cupcakes are nothing short of delicious. Each sweet mini-cake is layered with chocolate cake, sweet frosting, and hinted with espresso and vanilla. The perfect chocolate cupcake for any and all celebrations. Read More |
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HAPPY BY CHOCOLATE 116 S. Prospect Street | Roselle, IL 60172 Happy by Chocolate is an amazing family of women making exceptional handmade, artisan traditional and plant-based chocolate and confections. All of their chocolate & confections are handmade, in small batches with premium artisan ingredients. Click here to learn more! |
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SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL DAY SPA 640 Ogden Avenue | Downers Grove, IL 60515 A haven to escape your everyday. Our luxurious day spa is the perfect self-care oasis with a wide array of therapeutic services, including massages, facials, advanced skin treatments, body treatments, manicures, pedicures, electrolysis, waxing, acupuncture and cosmetics. Click here to learn more! |
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Project of the Month Coffee at the Cottage |
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This stunning design features innovation at its finest by combining beauty and functionality. A hidden pantry is located behind a secret panel door between the refrigerator and double ovens which allows for plenty of storage in a unique way. Hidden features including an appliance cabinet with a pocket slide door create additional counter space in a seamless design. The panel dishwasher flows effortlessly into the kitchen design by taking on the appearance of the custom cabinetry. Be transported to your favorite café as soon as you step into this kitchen. Customize your perfect brew and entertain guests while enjoying a cup of your favorite coffee at the coffee bar. |
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In the realm of interior design, few styles encapsulate the essence of simplicity and functionality as seamlessly as Scandinavian design. This enduring aesthetic is celebrated for its clean lines, muted color palettes, and emphasis on functionality, creating spaces that are not just visually appealing but also incredibly livable. Read More |
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The heart of any home, the kitchen, deserves to be a space that not only caters to your culinary needs but also exudes modern style and functionality. In this blog, we'll explore some of the hottest kitchen renovation trends that can transform your cooking haven into a sleek and contemporary masterpiece. Read More |
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