Great Escape: Hidden Gem In Houston's Montrose District

Introducing you to one of my favorite brick-and-mortar boutiques tucked away in the beautiful Montrose area of Houston Texas. In an oversaturated market, they find that what keeps their clients interested is exclusivity and I absolutely dig their unique one-of-a-kind pieces . It was love at first sight when I met them almost two years ago and I have been dreaming of them ever since 💕💕 So thrilled for you to explore and discover my beloved Merchant & Market-

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Brunch Inspiration//Coffee and Bagel Bar

The build-your-own bagel bar from my holiday brunch gathering today was such a major hit, I wondered why I hadn’t done this setup at countless gatherings before. It couldn’t have been simpler to put together, required zero cooking time , and who on earth does not adore coffee and bagels?! I absolutely love hosting my best girlfriends this time of year as we celebrate the holidays and actually have time to spend together before the hustle and bustle of December sweep in. 

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Houston Holiday Traditions// Baking With Hiland Along With a KitchenAid Mixer Giveaway

I always spend Thanksgiving in Houston. And have really grown to love some of those fabulous Texas traditions that I have been able to create. Christmas lights, local shopping, and some holiday baking are the three things I look forward to most every year. Delicious treats and memorable family traditions are just the BEST. 

Christmas Lights.

It's a holiday tradition that started when I was a kid — we would all pile into my grandparent's town car riding around town looking at Christmas lights drinking hot cocoa and listening to Christmas music on the radio. S

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Home For The Holidays//Be The Best Host to Your Holiday Houseguests

As November is quickly coming to an end , all I can think about is getting my space ready for the holidays. We are hosting family and friends every weekend in December and all through Christmas and The New Year. I also got rid of so much stuff in a sale last year when I thought I would already be in Barcelona and am really regretting it. The guest room was the first room to purge, you know? 

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How To Host Your Very Own " Meet The Author" Event--Celebrating Wanderful-And How To Elevate The Store Bought Cheese & Meat Party Tray

I would imagine for many authors, live readings and events are the best part about writing books. It’s a chance to celebrate the completion of a years-long effort, to interact with enthusiastic fans, or to introduce an audience to one’s writing and photography. I am thrilled to host an event for my author friend Andi Eaton this Friday night as we kick off the holiday season together at one of my favorite local shops..

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The Best Cyber Monday 2017 Sales-Go French Yourself (Plus A Giveaway)

Happy CYBER MONDAY dears. Now that we are away from relatives, we can really concentrate on some retail therapy and get a good head start on those holiday shopping lists. All you need tonight is a good Internet connection, your laptop, a glass of wine maybe or some hot tea if you are detoxing from Thanksgiving, and my roundup of some of my fave sales that I have seen today where I felt like things were truly a mega bargain.

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Holiday Gift Guide 2017 -Go French Yourself

So excited to share my 2017 holiday picks with you. Each one is so special to me as every single item is something I have and use and love. And I really hope that I can make your holiday shopping that much easier for you. 

Scroll down to learn more about each carefully curated piece and the links are included for you to easily fill those carts.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!

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Festive Printed Holiday Cards From Basic Invite

The holiday season has begun over here at Go French Yourself! I even started shopping and wrapping and have prepared my menus for Christmas Eve and Christmas. I cannot even believe it. 

I am so excited. It’s truly my favorite times of the year – not just for obvious reasons like friends, family, food, cold weather, (so hopeful for snow) or any excuse for a fancy French soirée, but because there is sooooooo much to share with you.

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