Recipe: Pumpkin Chocolate Granola

Granola is usually a part of my daily breakfast scene. I find the crunch and honey sweetened flavor to be a comforting addition to my morning routine. But only recently, as I was contemplating pumpkin recipes, did I

Thoughts on becoming a creative

My journey of being more intentional about pursuing a creative lifestyle started about two years ago. Instagram became this creative outlet from the stresses of life and slowly evolved into a project of learning photography. Soon

Recipe: Apple Rosemary Galette

On a fairly cold and windy day in Chicago last November, my husband and I took the subway to Bang Bang Pie Shop. The atmosphere was so warm and cozy, so we purchased two slices of pie, apple cider, and coffee, and took a

A few of my favorite fall minimalist looks

One of my favorite aspects to these autumn months other than the cooler weather, pumpkin coffee, and increased amount of baked goods, is dressing in layers and chunky knit sweaters. So in putting together my favorite

DIY: Minimalist Eucalyptus Wreath

Simple is best, right? Many times I like taking this approach when it comes to DIY projects. As of late, all my DIY projects have revolved around greenery and flowers, because I tend to gravitate in that direction. But sometimes at

My October Book List

I quietly imagine myself sitting by an old chimney, a fire crackling, a wool blanket draped over my shoulders, the window curtains pulled back to the sight of rolling mountains and an overcast sky, and the scent of warm apple