Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones and reflect on all the things that we have to be grateful for. It’s a joyous time, but for those who are hosting the biggest feast of the year, it can also be a stressful occasion—but it doesn’t have to be! If you’ll be hosting Thanksgiving…
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If the mess of carving a jack-o’-lantern doesn’t really appeal to you, but having some fall fun does, try one of these alternatives to your traditional Halloween decoration. Nail polish pumpkins. Don’t have a fully stocked craft cabinet? No problem! Nail polish pumpkins make use of beauty supplies you have stowed in the bathroom. Use your favorite…
Now that the summer heat has subsided, there’s no better way to spend a perfect fall day than with a chilled glass of wine at a local vineyard. One spot to try is Rocklands Farm Winery, just a quick 30-minute drive away in Poolesville! This spot is not your average winery. It’s a working farm that…
Lily’s Chocolate & Coffee is a spot you’re going to want to visit for your next coffee date. Open since July, this Vienna cafe features a stunning, Instagram-worthy interior and a menu of Iraqi fare and coffee. Early favorites include the lokma, which is fried dough soaked in syrup or honey. At Lily’s Chocolate & Coffee,…
With its shorter days and dipping temperature, the fall season reinvigorates our desire for cozy, welcoming spaces. Here are a few tips to help you bring autumn into your apartment—in the snuggliest, comfiest way possible. Toss up some twinkle lights. Twinkle lights instantly create a cozy vibe within your home, transforming a simple space into something…