What I’m packing for a trip to Mexico: Swimsuit Edition
I am excited about an upcoming trip to Mexico in May with my girlfriends. I’ve already started packing, and I wanted to share what I am taking in case you need inspiration for a bathing suit. It’s been a while since I’ve bought myself a new bathing...
My Fall 2023 Fashion Faves – Wine, Gold and White Basics
I’ve pulled together my fall-style faves to help you get your wardrobe ready for pumpkin picking, wine tasting, and football games. Did you happen to read my Closet Class post from last week or watch my class on Instagram? Be sure to check out the important...
How to Dress Like an Innkeeper – Dresses
I’m headed back to Maine on April 1 for season two as #MelissaINNMaine. I can’t wait to get back to Ogunquit! For the next two weeks, I am working on packing my bags to prepare for my seven-month stint managing The Blue Shutters Inn. Over my break at...
Just in Time for the Stock Show & Rodeo – The Branded Brim Hat Co
I am excited to introduce you to Fort Worth’s newest entrepreneur, Heidi Lemelin, proprietor of The Branded Brim Hat Co. I first met Heidi when she was a student worker in my office at TCU. Since her graduation from TCU in 2021, Heidi became a licensed real...
My Maine Favorites – June edition
I can’t believe it’s the first day of June and my second month anniversary in Ogunquit. Over the weekend we grilled hotdogs, made my baked beans, and sat outside enjoying the crazy gorgeous weather. I’ve finally settled into a routine and wanted to...
Hospitality is in my DNA. I founded Home with a Twist, a daughter’s twist on her mother’s traditions, in memory of my mother to celebrate her life and the gifts she shared with me. Mother loved to celebrate life’s occasions – big and small.She taught me how to prepare fabulous food, entertain guests with style and design a traditional home with a pop of color and a splash of animal print. Share my fondness of blending Mother’s mid-century style with a modern spin.
Mrs. Twist Takes on Instagram
🩷❤️You know that crunchy, sweet snack you crave, and before you know it - you`ve eaten it all!
🩷❤️I`ve gathered up FOUR different recipes to share with you on my blog, including Valentine themed tablescapes.
Comment SNACK, and I`ll send all the details. Or visit my bio for the link.
XOXO - Mrs. Twist 💋
I`m still thinking about last Saturday when Catherine White Art and I lead the NEW YEAR TRUE YOU Vision Board Workshop.
🌸We shared the negative messages we tell ourselves that hold us back from authenticity.
🌸We set goals and identified positive habits we want to incorporate in our daily routine.
🌸We named our "Word" of the year as our mantra.
🌸We heard important messages about rest and seeking moments of stillness.
🌸We took time for creative learning and thinking to design a unique vision board specific to our ideas and beliefs.
🌸We came together to find an accountability partner who will nurture and support our plans.
Melinda Gates said, "Empowering women is the best investment in humanity." If your womens group is interested in booking a workshop, send us a DM. We`d love to work with you!
❤️SAVE FOR LATER❤️ My Bestie Julie is a phenomenal baker, but her mother Evelyn`s recipe for Snickerdoodles is hands-down the best.
Coated in cinnamon sugar, the cookies are light, crispy, and not too sweet. Your home will snell like the Keebler Elves Tree!
I made mine smaller so I could package them for gifting. It makes about four dozen cookies. Bake and freeze for later.
Be sure to SAVE the recipe below for later❤️
Evelyn`s Snickerdoodles
1 cup soft shortening
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
Mix until light and creamy
Combine 2 3/4 cups flour, sifted, with 2 tsp cream of tarter, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix well. Stir into batter. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about an hour.
Roll into walnut size balls, then roll in a mixture of 2 TBL sugar and 2 tsp cinnamon. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet (I used parchment paper) and bake at 350 for about 10 minutes. You just want them jusr slightly golden around the edges. The puff up during baking but flatten out after cooling.
XOXO - Mrs. Twist
Wrap your candy in scrapbook paper to create a personalized Valentine. 💙🩵
I found this gorgeous package of paper on Amazon and used three different coordinating patterns to wrap Hershey miniature chocolate bars. Measure the width of your candy bars, cut strips of paper then use double-sided tape to adhere.
It`s such a fun idea to keep in a dish on your coffee table or for a Valentine exchange.
Comment CANDY, and I`ll send you the link for the paper.
