Skip to contentShare This Post9SHARESHere is your comprehensive list of the best coffee shops in Sacramento. *Spoiler: There are many to choose from.The independent Sacramento coffee scene is a vibrant mix of third-wave, eclectic, minimalist, and community-oriented cafés. I’m a sucker for a great-tasting cold brew, but what makes good coffee even better is an aesthetically pleasing setting in which to enjoy it. Interior design and calming aesthetics may fall high on my list, but coffee remains the primary decider when it comes to ranking my favorite coffee spots. Almost every coffee shop on...…Skip to contentShare This Post9SHARESHere is your comprehensive list of the best coffee shops in Sacramento. *Spoiler: There are many to choose from.The independent Sacramento coffee scene is a vibrant mix of third-wave, eclectic, minimalist, and community-oriented cafés. I’m a sucker for a great-tasting cold brew, but what makes good coffee even better is an aesthetically pleasing setting in which to enjoy it. Interior design and calming aesthetics may fall high on my list, but coffee remains the primary decider when it comes to ranking my favorite coffee spots. Almost every coffee shop on...WW…

Skip to contentShare This PostDiscover the best Sacramento restaurants to dine at. No matter which cuisine or style you’re currently craving, you can’t go wrong with this guide to the best Sacramento restaurants.Table of ContentsThese are the absolute best restaurants in Sacramento, regardless of cuisine. From Michelin recognition to Slow Food, the chefs at each of these restaurants are pushing boundaries.The best bars throughout Sacramento.Content TBD.Sacramento is home to some incredible bakeries. Whether you’re into fresh-baked bread, a Japanese pastry, moist cakes, or melt-in-your-mouth...…Skip to contentShare This PostDiscover the best Sacramento restaurants to dine at. No matter which cuisine or style you’re currently craving, you can’t go wrong with this guide to the best Sacramento restaurants.Table of ContentsThese are the absolute best restaurants in Sacramento, regardless of cuisine. From Michelin recognition to Slow Food, the chefs at each of these restaurants are pushing boundaries.The best bars throughout Sacramento.Content TBD.Sacramento is home to some incredible bakeries. Whether you’re into fresh-baked bread, a Japanese pastry, moist cakes, or melt-in-your-mouth...WW…

Skip to contentShare This Post2SHARESIf you’re looking to add interest to your yard throughout the fall season, I’ve put together a list of the best trees for fall color.Often, the first mark of autumn approaching is the trees and their changing leaves. Some of the most exciting trees to witness in fall demonstrate vivid orange, yellow or red hues in their leaves.Plants capture the energy in sunlight through chlorophyll, a pigment that gives leaves their green color. When sunlight begins to dissipate in the fall months, so does the process of photosynthesis, or the production of the plant’s...…Skip to contentShare This Post2SHARESIf you’re looking to add interest to your yard throughout the fall season, I’ve put together a list of the best trees for fall color.Often, the first mark of autumn approaching is the trees and their changing leaves. Some of the most exciting trees to witness in fall demonstrate vivid orange, yellow or red hues in their leaves.Plants capture the energy in sunlight through chlorophyll, a pigment that gives leaves their green color. When sunlight begins to dissipate in the fall months, so does the process of photosynthesis, or the production of the plant’s...WW…

Get EXTRAORDINARY DIY projects, unique crafts and delicious recipes delivered straight to your inbox!Welcome, I’m Mariah the creative mind behind Giggles Galore. I’m an event stylist, creative consultant, blogger, social butterfly and multi-tasking mom. I believe that the little details are what set ordinary events apart from EXTRAORDINARY events! [Read More …]Don’t Miss Out!Get EXTRAORDINARY DIY projects, unique crafts and delicious recipes delivered straight to your inbox!…Get EXTRAORDINARY DIY projects, unique crafts and delicious recipes delivered straight to your inbox!Welcome, I’m Mariah the creative mind behind Giggles Galore. I’m an event stylist, creative consultant, blogger, social butterfly and multi-tasking mom. I believe that the little details are what set ordinary events apart from EXTRAORDINARY events! [Read More …]Don’t Miss Out!Get EXTRAORDINARY DIY projects, unique crafts and delicious recipes delivered straight to your inbox!WW…

The summer season is all about livin’ easy, days spent poolside, backyard BBQs, block parties, and vacation getaways.  With all the fun summer activities, it’s safe to say you’ll find yourself with an invitation to a few summer parties this season.The next time you’re invited to a summer soiree why not surprise your hostess with this easy summer Lemonade Hostess Gift?  This simple and creative gift is a great way to say thank you for a wonderful evening.By definition, a hostess gift is something a host or hostess would use in the course of entertaining.  It could be used for...…The summer season is all about livin’ easy, days spent poolside, backyard BBQs, block parties, and vacation getaways.  With all the fun summer activities, it’s safe to say you’ll find yourself with an invitation to a few summer parties this season.The next time you’re invited to a summer soiree why not surprise your hostess with this easy summer Lemonade Hostess Gift?  This simple and creative gift is a great way to say thank you for a wonderful evening.By definition, a hostess gift is something a host or hostess would use in the course of entertaining.  It could be used for...WW…

School is out for summer!  I’m not sure who is more excited about mornings without alarm clocks, me or the kids. I can’t wait for laid-back schedules, summer vacations, and afternoons spent at the pool.  So, let’s kick off summer with a citrus-inspired Orange You Glad It’s Summer Party!For years I’ve been throwing an end-of-school party to celebrate the start of summer.  And, one of my most popular summer parties is this Orange You Glad It’s Summer Party I created with my Cricut.  When I spotted this cute orange gingham paper at Oriental Trading I knew it would be...…School is out for summer!  I’m not sure who is more excited about mornings without alarm clocks, me or the kids. I can’t wait for laid-back schedules, summer vacations, and afternoons spent at the pool.  So, let’s kick off summer with a citrus-inspired Orange You Glad It’s Summer Party!For years I’ve been throwing an end-of-school party to celebrate the start of summer.  And, one of my most popular summer parties is this Orange You Glad It’s Summer Party I created with my Cricut.  When I spotted this cute orange gingham paper at Oriental Trading I knew it would be...WW…

The summer is heating up and the 4th of July is just around the corner.  Toast friends, freedom, and fun with this Red, White, and BREW Patriotic Beer Tasting Party!If you are burnt out on boring backyard BBQs it’s time to get your holiday hoppin’ with a patriotic beer tasting party.  This little get-together is certain to get lots of cheers, and “ALE” yeahs!Having a casual beer-tasting party while you wait for grilled burgers on the BBQ is a fun twist on the traditional 4th of July BBQ.You don’t have to be a beer connoisseur to host a craft beer tasting party.  Don’t be...…The summer is heating up and the 4th of July is just around the corner.  Toast friends, freedom, and fun with this Red, White, and BREW Patriotic Beer Tasting Party!If you are burnt out on boring backyard BBQs it’s time to get your holiday hoppin’ with a patriotic beer tasting party.  This little get-together is certain to get lots of cheers, and “ALE” yeahs!Having a casual beer-tasting party while you wait for grilled burgers on the BBQ is a fun twist on the traditional 4th of July BBQ.You don’t have to be a beer connoisseur to host a craft beer tasting party.  Don’t be...WW…

Grandparents are full of caring deeds, wonderful stories, laughter, and love. They are also a bridge of love from past to present and into the future.Grandparents are storytellers and teachers and if we let them they can share so much wisdom, perspective, and guidance. I’ve always believed that journaling is an art, it provides you and your legacy with an honest glimpse into your soul. This is exactly why this year we decided to celebrate Grandparents Day with a Grandparents’ Day Interview.These simplified questions are a great way for children of all ages to start a conversation with their...…Grandparents are full of caring deeds, wonderful stories, laughter, and love. They are also a bridge of love from past to present and into the future.Grandparents are storytellers and teachers and if we let them they can share so much wisdom, perspective, and guidance. I’ve always believed that journaling is an art, it provides you and your legacy with an honest glimpse into your soul. This is exactly why this year we decided to celebrate Grandparents Day with a Grandparents’ Day Interview.These simplified questions are a great way for children of all ages to start a conversation with their...WW…