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April 8, 2021
Have You Lost Your Passion as an Adult?
We've talked about "adulting" before. And while I really detest that word, there's no denying that being an adult comes with a lot of stress and responsibility. After caring for other people, working, health issues, and crazy schedules, we can lose ourselves a little along the way.
Today we are talking about 5 points with relation to finding your passion in life again. I hope this post prompts you to discover your own long-lost passions. I felt compelled to discuss this with you because I have been pondering these very things in my own life.
I hope you enjoy the discussion in today's video. Thank you to Skillshare for sponsoring this video and being a great patron of The Daily Connoisseur.
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Gary D. writes, "My mother taught me to get the easiest and quickest things finished first. ( especially with homework) It gives you a sense of accomplishment and builds momentum."
Gary, there is an opposing argument to everything and it seems your mother's perspective is in contrast with the popular "eat the frog" philosophy. I agree with your mother! Thanks for commenting.
I hope you enjoyed today's video. I look forward to reading your comments on the subject. Have you lost yourself? Recently reclaimed your passions? Let us know.
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April 5, 2021
Spring Clean the Master Bedroom | Mega Motivation
This video is a collaboration with some of my amazing YouTube friends, started by Dawn from The Minimal Mom. We are all spring cleaning our homes, so check out the playlist to get even more spring-cleaning motivation.
Welcome back to The Daily Connoisseur. Join me as I spring clean the master bedroom. I plan to tackle other rooms in my home this month so please subscribe if you don’t want to miss those videos. Funny enough I started in this room because I thought it would be the easiest. I know you’re not supposed to do that. “Eat the frog” they say. But this room is my refuge. It’s where I escape to when I need a break. So, I’m starting here in case spring cleaning the rest of the difficult spots in the home with the family requires me to hide in my room for sanity.
Jeans by Mott & Bow JLS10 for 10% off As I’ve shared before, this room is clutter-free except for my perpetual pile of books. Ben is even more of a minimalist than I am and he keeps all of his electronics, etc. in his office so really all of the mess in this room is mine. Even though this is the easiest room in the home to keep up, I was reminded that even the supposedly cleanest rooms tend to harbor hidden dust. In a bedroom, this can be detrimental. A bedroom must be dust-free as much as possible.
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Spring Cleaning
New life is emerging outside, I’m getting restless within. Longing for the crisp, purifying air, The wind chimes hide the din…
Of my anxious thoughts. Satisfaction sought in this place, Hidden spaces gone unnoticed, Dust thick enough to trace.
Trace it, I do, and wipe away, The unsightly and concealed grime, A spring cleaning for my room, And a spring cleaning for my mind. - Jennifer L. Scott
If you find yourself resisting housework, slow down and make it a present-moment practice. Quiet your mind, listen to the sounds of cleaning: the gentle scrubbing, the rustle of sheets, the smoothing of pillowcases, the tinkle of the fan, the soft coaxing of the wind chime... I’ve tackled the hidden places of this room. And the rest of the spring cleaning will address other grimy places that require attention. If you’d like to join me for those, coming up, please subscribe. I wish you a very pleasant spring-cleaning experience.
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Comment of the WeekKimberly writes, "Jennifer, I am a 26 year old mom of 2 ages 6 months and almost 3 years old. I have been in a major slump. It’s been very difficult for me to have motivation to clean my house and the mom guilt has been so real. I started watching your videos on repeat recently and you are the type of mom I aspire to be. Thank you for giving me something to look forward to."
Hi Kimberly, I hope you take this to heart: don't be hard on yourself. Raising young children is exhausting and extremely difficult. I have been though very difficult seasons as well where I haven't felt like myself. I'm so happy that the videos give you inspiration. That is my goal. Please keep in touch!
I hope you all enjoy today's spring cleaning video and that it gives you things to ponder as you approach the chores in your own home. I'll see on on Thursday for a new video. See you then!
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April 1, 2021
6 Vegetarian Dinner Ideas | Meatless Meals | What's for Dinner?
I have listened to your requests and today I'm sharing a vegetarian-themed What's for Dinner? episode. These recipes are really easy to make and full of flavor. We are not vegetarians, but we do like to have a few meatless meals a week.
A great benefit to vegetarian cooking is that your grocery bill will be smaller! When planning for this video, I purchased all of the ingredients in one week. I couldn't believe how low our grocery bill was. Meat is expensive!
This video is a collaboration with my dear friend, Robin, from Faith and Flour. Robin is also sharing her 6 favorite meatless meals and you can check out her video here.
⚜️ Featured in the videoYo Mama’s salad dressings (SO good) Healthy Noodle (mine is from Costco but I found it on Amazon) Crinkle cut chopping tool White Cosori air fryer Jennifer's Kitchen store on Amazon ⚜️ What I'm wearingRungolee silk blouse code DAILYC for free silk face mask with orderSKYE 18K gold Genevieve earrings Jennifer20 for 20% off SKYE Laure freshwater pearl bracelet Jennifer20 for 20% off Londontown nail polish "mudslide" JenniferS for 25% off
Let's take a look at the meals we made in today's video:
PrintWith ImageWithout ImageVegetarian TostadasIngredients1 Tbs extra virgin olive oil 6 whole wheat tortillas1 15oz can refried beans1 1/2 cup cooked black beans1 red bell pepper1 mango, sliced in long strips2 green onions, sliced1 small bunch of cilantro, chopped1/2 cup pico de gallo4 Tbs guacamole InstructionsLine a baking sheet with foil. Brush the tortillas lightly on both sides with extra virgin olive oil. Heat under a broiler for one to two minutes (don't let them burn). Remove the tortillas from the broiler and spread with refried beans, black beans, and shredded cheese. Return to the oven for another minute or two until the cheese is melted, but not rubbery. Remove from the oven and top the tostadas with whatever toppings you enjoy. In this recipe I use red pepper, mango, guacamole, pico de gallo, cilantro, and green onion. 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PrintWith ImageWithout ImageVeggie BurgerIngredients4 - 6 whole wheat hamburger buns (for however many you are serving)4 - 6 veggie burgers4 - 6 slices Monterey Jack cheese1/2 red onion, sliced1 apple, sliced to create discs1 tomato, sliced1 large handful sproutssliced picklesfavorite condiments: mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Ranch dressingInstructionsGrill the veggie burgers on the grill or in the oven according to the package directions. For the final minute of grilling, top the burgers with the Monterey Jack cheese and allow the cheese to melt (but not get rubbery).Toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in the oven for a few minutes. Spread with your preferred condiments, such as mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Top the buns with the cooked veggie burger and melted cheese. Top with your preferred toppings: sliced red onion, sliced tomato, sliced apple, sprouts, and pickles. Serve with sweet potato fries and Ranch dressing. 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PrintWith ImageWithout ImageAir Fryer Sweet Potato Fry NachosIngredients2 lbs sweet potatoes, chopped into wedges or fry shapes2 Tbs oil2 tsp salt1/2 tsp black pepper1 tsp paprika1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp onion powder1 1/2 cups black beans, cooked (or 1 15oz can)1 cup shredded cheddar cheese3/4 cup chopped bbq seitan or tofu (optional)1/4 cup chopped cilantro1/2 cup shredded carrot1/2 red bell pepper, diced1/2 red onion, diced2 green onions, chopped1/2 cup pico de gallo (or salsa)3 large scoops of guacamoleInstructionsPreheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Preheat your air fryer according to your model's instructions. Chop the sweet potatoes in 1/2 in French fry wedges or with a crinkle cutter chopping tool. Coat the sweet potatoes in oil and season with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook the sweet potatoes in your air fryer according to your air fryer instructions. I am using the Cosori Air Fryer model in this recipe, which requires you cook the fries in the preheated air fryer at 400 degrees F for 10 - 12 minutes.Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, spread them on a prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil lightly sprayed with cooking oil. Top the fries with black beans, bbq seitan or tofu (if using), and cheese. Place in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F for up to 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. (I like to cook the black beans beforehand so they are already hot.)Top with your favorite toppings. I use cilantro, shredded carrot, diced bell pepper, red onion, green onion, pico de gallo, and guacamole. Enjoy! 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PrintWith ImageWithout ImageThai Peanut NoodlesYield: Serves 4 to 6Ingredients1 package (150 g) Rice noodles or any noodle 4 Tbs peanut butter3 cloves of garlic, minced1 Tbs soy sauce1 Tbs honey1/2 Tbs sesame oil5 Tbs waterjuice from one limesesame seeds1 small bunch chopped cilantro4 green onions, chopped1/4 cup crushed peanutsInstructionsBoil the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.Place the following ingredients in a blender: peanut butter, garlic, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, water and lime juice. Blend until smooth.Pour the peanut sauce on top of the noodles and top with the sesame seeds, green onions, cilantro, and crushed peanuts. Enjoy! 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PrintWith ImageWithout ImageCaribbean Black BeansYield: serves 4 to 6IngredientsCaribbean Black Beans1 medium onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced2 Tbs olive oil4 1/2 cups cooked black beans (or 3 16oz cans)3/4 orange juice1 Tbs organic no salt seasoning (or other favorite seasoning)1 tsp cumin seedssalt and pepper to tasteTropical Fruit Salsa1 mango, chopped1/2 papaya, chopped1/2 red onion, chopped1 small bell pepper, chopped1/4 cup cilantro, chopped1 large tomato, chopped3 green onions, choppedJuice from one limeInstructionsSauté the onions and garlic in oil for 5 minutes, until the onions are soft. Add the beans, orange juice, and seasonings. Cook on low for ten to fifteen minutes. To make the salsa, combine all of the ingredients and stir. Serve beans over white or brown rice and top with salsa. Enjoy. 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PrintWith ImageWithout ImageBruschettaYield: 10 servingsIngredientsBread1 French baguette or other crusty, coarse-textured bread2 fresh garlic gloves, peeledExtra-virgin olive oil for brushingTomato topping4 large tomatoes, diced1/4 cup basil, sliced2 Tbs balsamic vinegar4 Tbs extra-virgin olive oil2 cloves garlic, mincedsalt and pepper to tasteInstructionsCreate the tomato marinade first so the flavors have time to marry. Combine the tomatoes, basil, garlic, vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper in a bowl and set aside.Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Slice the bread on the diagonal in 1/2 inch slices. Rub garlic on both sides of the bread. Brush both sides with olive oil. Place bread on a prepared baking sheet.Toast the bread for ten minutes, turning the bread halfway through. Top bread with the tomato marinade right before serving and enjoy. 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As I start to curate my ten-item wardrobe and extras for spring/ summer, I am sharing some of my favorites on Instagram. These are the new sustainable sneakers from Nothing New made from 100% post-consumer recycled materials. I love how eco-friendly and chic they are.
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MaryZ writes, "Your meals seem healthy to me, and give you a well-balanced and well-nourished day with a few veggies, some meat, bread, carbs, fruit, sweets, and healthy beverages. You look fantastic and healthy (glowing), so it obviously works for you. :) No obsessing or counting or deprivation."
Thank you, Mary! That's how I feel about food... I think meals should be well-balanced and I don't deprive myself of carbs and sugar... it's working for me! Thanks for watching.
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March 31, 2021
The Chic Assignment | April 2021
Welcome to The Chic Assignment for April, 2021. We will dive into the realms of opera, French Impressionism, and much more. Thank you to The Chic Society for bringing us The Chic Assignment. The Chic Society is the private membership group on YouTube. Membership is only $1.99 a month. I release a "vodcast" (a video podcast) every Friday and we go live (either on YouTube or Zoom) once a month. There are also two upper tiers who receive recognition in The Chic Assignment check-in.
Chic Assignment no. 1 Enjoy the music of Puccini
This month we are listening to O Mio Babbino Caro from Puccini's opera, Gianni Schicchi. I found this exquisite violin performance from Caroline Adomeit as well as this beautiful operatic performance by Montserrat Caballé.
Chic Assignment no. 2 Enjoy the artwork of Berthe Morisot
Berthe Morisot was a French Impressionist painter who lived from 1841 to 1895 in Paris. She is known for her elegant works full of feminine charm. Check out a gallery of some of her most famous works on Google Arts and Culture. We will learn about Berthe Morisot in the mid-month check-in.
By Berthe Morisot - The Cradle, Public DomainThis portrait of Berthe Morisot was painted by Édouard Manet in 1872 and resides at the Musée D'Orsay in Paris.
Berthe Morisot with a Bouquet of Violets by Édouard Manet - Public DomainChic Assignment no. 3 Discover a new vegetarian dish to make for dinner this month. Tomorrow, I have a long overdue What’s for Dinner featuring meatless meals. You won’t want to miss it and you won’t believe who I’m collaborating with.
Chic Assignment no. 4 Immerse yourself into spring cleaning. Likely you’ve already begun, but this month I will have some exciting ASMR spring cleaning motivation to keep you on track with your cleaning.
As always, we are going to continue reading and recommending good books. This month, I am reading Dress Codes: How the Laws of Fashion Made History by Richard Thompson Ford. I will be interviewing the author on the channel this month so stay tuned for that.
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March 29, 2021
Intermittent Fasting What I Eat in a Day (No Special Diet)
After sharing my surprising intermittent fasting results, many of you requested a "what I eat in a day" video. That is what I am sharing with you today on the blog and YouTube channel.
I hesitated to share a video like this because I do not do any special diets that are normally associated with intermittent fasting (such as Keto). In fact, I eat quite "normal" food. I do have carbs and I do have sugar. So please know that this video is not meant for advice on what you should eat. You should consult your doctor or nutritionist for that.
Despite my reservations to share what I eat on a typical day, I am going ahead and sharing because I think it will give hope to people who do not want to do any sort of extreme diet. I ate like this for one year (it's how I've always eaten anyway... I just cut out the nighttime snacking and moved my breakfast up) and was still able to lose 30 lbs.
So many people in the comment section referred to their grandparents and great grandparents who also ate this way. They did not have any special diet tricks. They just enjoyed their food and did not have any excess snacking. So it is a rather old-fashioned way of eating.
I did not plan my meals around this video. I just turned the camera on one morning and decided to show you everything. I hope you enjoy today's video!
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Becky writes, "How do you homeschool and have your own business? Especially making videos and writing? I love having my little ones home but it’s hard to find time for my own work!"
Hi Becky, this is a great question! I tend to batch-work and we also homeschool four days a week. We do homeschool longer throughout the year (we take about one month off for the summer) in order to make up for the four-day week. I also work every day in the early morning and late evening. It's not ideal, but work is also an important priority for me so I make time for it. Thanks for asking!
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March 25, 2021
10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Homeschooling
Today I'm sharing the ten things I wish I knew before I started homeschooling my children. Thank you to Babbel for sponsoring today's video. Babbel is the #1 language app in the world with over 10 million subscribers.
We are finishing up our fourth year of homeschooling and I am reflecting on the things I've learned and what I wish I knew before embarking on this journey. I elaborate on each of these topics in today's video, which I hope you enjoy.
1. Consistency is key. The #1 tip I hear from veteran homeschoolers is to keep it consistent. We have been very consistent with math and the results show. With other curriculums we have experimented with finding the "perfect" one. What I've learned is that there is no perfect curriculum! Sometimes it's better to stick with the same one. Keep in mind that, over time, the consistent work will pay off.
2. Don’t be afraid of different ways and modes of learning. Desk learning, nature study, learning in the kitchen... there are so many ways and locations to learn. I discuss the Babbel app here as well. I was shocked to discover that 15 hours of Babbel has been proven to equal one semester of college Spanish.
3. Love of learning is the most important goal. The goal is not to score a high grade on a test or memorize this or that. The goal is get your kids to love learning and that they will hopefully stay curious for the rest of their life.
4. Never say never! I used to turn my nose up at online curriculum. Now I have put aside my preconceived notions and we have given it a try for certain subjects and have been pleased with the results. The old adage, "Don't knock it 'till you've tried it" is really true!
5. Don’t be afraid to veer off the curriculum. The longer you homeschool, the more comfortable you get veering off the curriculum. You don't have to follow everything the teacher guide says to the letter. If you want to drive a point home or if your child is struggling with something, don't be afraid to explore a better way to teach the concept.
6. When they show interest, capitalize on it! Some days you might have to set your schedule aside and do a deep-dive into a subject your child is showing interest in. This keeps the excitement alive with learning.
7. Make your life easier with meal planning. This tip doesn't have to do with teaching, but it can certainly help your day run smoother. Figure out a plan for how to provide lunch every day. You can make it ahead of time with meal prep, do a crock pot meal in the morning, or have the children make lunch. Whatever you choose, having a plan for lunch will make your homeschool days run so much smoother.
8. Encourage your students to be as independent as possible. Many parents (me) want to be involved every step of the way with school, but truly fostering independence in our children is the best thing we can do for them.
9. When I took to the community tab on YouTube to ask what you wish you had known, the top comment was by B Brundage, who wrote, "I wish I had known that we could spend more time exploring and not doing so much book work in the younger grades making for more enjoyable days." 10. A second comment that received a lot of support was from Julie, who wrote, "There is a lot of “keep students busy” work in most curriculum; use wisdom to spend time on the very most important things. Life skills, social skills within the family, character and independent learning skills are just as important as learning from books. Julie 🌷"
I hope you enjoy today's video. I would love to know if you would add anything to this list. Let us know and your comment could be chosen as comment of the week on the blog.
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Christine M. writes, "Hi from England. i enjoyed the Zoom meeting on Saturday, really fun. Christina Rossetti has been my favourite poet since childhood. We lived in south west Scotland for a couple of years and not far from where we were was a rather grand house. I found out from a neighbour that in the 1800s it was owned by one of the Pre-Raphaelites and Christina and her brother were regular visitors. The icing on the cake, she reportedly wrote In the Bleak Mid Winter whilst she was staying there. The fact always make the poem/carol special. Thank you for doing these videos."
Christine, I would love to visit that house. I was reading up on the home that Dante Gabriel Rossetti lived in when he was in London. How neat to step into history like that. Thanks for commenting!
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March 22, 2021
The Chic Assignment Check-in for March | Clara Schumann + Christina Rossetti
Welcome to The Chic Assignment check-in for March.
I thoroughly enjoyed this month's assignment. Learning about Clara Schumann and Christina Rossetti was exhilarating for me. I hope you enjoyed it too.
By Unknown author - Self-scanned, Public Domain, LinkWe begin by exploring Clara Schumann's Piano Concerto in A Minor, Op. 7 - 1 Allegro maestoso performed by Isata Kanneh-Mason. I am sharing ten interesting facts about Clara Schumann's life, found in this Classic FM article. I found her life to be rather fascinating. She was the bread winner of the family, for example, which was very rare for that time period. She was also a musical genius in her own right, even though many tried to take credit away from her there. Then there's the love triangle with Robert Schumann and Johannes Brahms... so much to unpack! I hope you enjoy her ten interesting facts.
By Dante Gabriel Rossetti - based on , Public Domain
Next, we explore the poetry of Christina Rossetti. You can find her complete poems here and more of her poetry here. I read from her biography from Interesting Literature in today's video. Christina Rossetti lived a fairy tame and scandal-free life compared to many of the artists we have studied, which is somewhat refreshing. I would love to know what your favorite Christina Rossetti poem is. Let us know in the comments.
Chic Assignment no. 3 is to start planning your spring wardrobe (fall wardrobe for our Southern Hemisphere readers). How is that going for you? I am still in search of a few key pieces and am taking my time with it. In the past, I have rushed my wardrobe in order to get a video out for you and have regretted it. This year, I am acting as though I am not a blogger (ha!) and am waiting to see what comes. Don't worry, I will still be putting out ten-item wardrobe content to take you along the journey with me. I shared 5 Transitional Looks from my Spring Ten-Item Wardrobe at the beginning of March if you haven't seen that video yet.
Chic Assignment no. 4 is to declutter and organize one cabinet that is driving you crazy. How did that go for you this month? I shared a whole house declutter at the beginning of March where I decluttered several cabinets, including my master bathroom and laundry room cabinets. It feels so good to get those spaces in order.
Thank you to The Chic Society for bringing us The Chic Assignment. The Chic Society is the private membership group on YouTube. Membership is only $1.99 a month. I release a "vodcast" (a video podcast) every Friday and we go live (either on YouTube or Zoom) once a month. There are also two upper tiers who receive recognition in The Chic Assignment check-in. I have listed them here below. Thank you so much to The Chic Society for bringing us The Chic Assignment check-in.
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March 18, 2021
Beauty Treatments I Get But Don't Talk About
Welcome back, friends. Today I'm sharing beauty treatments I get but don't really talk about. Now in everyday life, I would normally never discuss this, unless it came up with a girlfriend. But since this is an informational blog, I'm sharing some of the beauty procedures I get so you can figure out if they would be worth it for you to try.
Let's start with the most pressing questions: Have I ever had cosmetic surgery? The answer is no. Have I had any injectables like Botox or lip fillers? Again, the answer is no.
Funny enough the only two "secret" treatments I get have to do with hair.
The first major treatment I have had is laser hair removal. I received my first round of treatments around 12 years ago at Laser Away in Santa Monica. The areas I had treated were upper lip, under arm, and bikini. I did not do legs because the treatment was already extremely costly. Also, the legs cover such a great surface area and I was worried about the pain issue.
I'm not sure what the professional procedure is like today but back then it was very costly and very painful. I had to top off my treatment a few years later after I had my second child. Sometimes hormones after childbirth cause hair growth to return.
Even though the treatments were painful and costly, I am still so happy I did it. A great consideration when determining whether or not to get a costly beauty treatment is this: will it improve your daily life? For me, it eliminated a time consuming and unpleasant grooming ritual and I don't miss it one bit!
For those of you who are interested in an at-home laser hair removal device, check out the EXO Beauty At-Home Laser Hair Removal device code TDC15OFF gives 15% off until March 31st.
The second major beauty treatment we are going to discuss is one that I get on a regular basis: The Brazilian Blowout. You can read more about The Brazilian Blowout in this recent InStyle article.
My hair tends to be frizzy and unruly. I typically blow dry it twice a week, but even so, I still have a "crown of frizz" that frames my face in a rather irritating way. The Brazilian Blowout smooths my hair and takes away the pesky frizz. It lasts around 3 months. It does not make your hair straight like a straightening system, but still allows wave, body, and curl, which is why I prefer it to other frizz fighting treatments.
As for skincare, I have been using an exfoliation peel from Paula's Choice on a weekly basis. This has 25% AHA and 2% BHA. You apply it as you would a mask, leave it on for 20 minutes, and then rinse it off, applying your evening moisturizer. This has been a great addition to my weekly skincare rituals. I tend to avoid using other exfoliants for a few days after this. I have seen an improvement in my skin since using this peel. I highly recommend it.
Let's talk about the beauty treatment I'd like to get... microblading or powder brows. Now whether or not I will ever actually get one of these treatments (they are semi-permanent makeup, after all, which gives me pause) remains to be seen. In the meantime, I am trying to grow out my sparse brows with this Vegamour brow serum.
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Toni W. writes, "Spode Blue Italian would be my choice of your two featured dishes.
In Spring I set our table with a vintage set of Franciscan Desert Rose dinnerware. To be honest, I never put these away last Spring because we decided to try to keep a bit of Spring in our 2020! One year our little boy was so enamored with our Spode Christmas Tree dishes that he asked if we could use them all year and so we did that for him that year. 🌹 🎄 Have some fun with your dishes. :)"Dear Toni, that is the sweetest story. I love the idea of bringing out the Christmas china all throughout the year. Maybe we will have Christmas in July this year. I bet your son has great memories of that.
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March 15, 2021
2 Elegant Spring Tablescapes | Easter Table Setting Ideas
I'm collaborating with my friends at Riverbend Home to share two elegant spring tablescapes in today's video. We are featuring the classic Spode Blue Italian line and the timeless Portmeirion Botanic Garden collection. Riverbend Home has given The Daily Connoisseur a 10% off code DCSPRING10
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The first tablescape draws inspiration from Spode's iconic Blue Italian line. The dramatic blue and white plates are complimented by the blue, cream, and lavender hues in the tablecloth and bouquet.
The bouquet is composed of lavender and cornflower blue delphiniums and cream roses. The delphiniums create a dramatic display. Due to the height of the flowers, however, the bouquet might need to be removed when having dinner. This tablecloth is from Williams-Sonoma and is around 13 years old. I wish they still made this pattern!
The iconic Blue Italian was launched in 1816 by Spode and has been in production ever since. Featuring a finely detailed 18th century Imari Oriental border encompassing a scene inspired by the Italian countryside, this collection is timeless and adds beauty to the table. Napkins are by John Robshaw.
I top the table off with crystal goblets and candlesticks. The napkins are a mix of taupe gingham and a beautiful pattern by John Robshaw. When you don't have enough napkins for each place setting, it's a great idea to mix and match them by alternating the different patterns, or by placing different napkins at the head of each table.
The second tablescape is built upon the lovely Botanic Garden line from Portmeirion (DCSPRING10 for 10% off). A true British classic, Botanic Garden was created by designer Susan Williams-Ellis in 1972. The mix and match floral motifs, inspired by 19th century botanical illustrations, bring the garden to your table. I love that many of the plates are different, offering a veritable botanic art show for each place setting.
The idea for this bouquet was a chic, yet understated rounded bouquet of green hydrangeas mixed with pink roses. These colors bring out the botanic radiance of the plates.
Cheerful yellow gingham napkins from Amazon bring out a sunny aspect from the place setting, which is offset by a subtle cream jacquard tablecloth and quilted runner.
When creating a spring tablescape, build upon what you already have. Don't be afraid to mix fabrics and colors. Lots of cheer and elegance can be brought to the table with a fresh bouquet and stately candles. I hope these two tablescapes gave you some great ideas for Easter or any other spring celebration you might be taking part in.
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CJ Richard writes, I am a well-mannered, well-spoken, well-read, adventurous, well-traveled, intelligent, witty, competent, capable woman of 65. I have no reason not to be confident! Confidence does increase with age. I am grateful to be my age. Also, I am humble. 😛
CJ, your comment made me smile and was of the most up-voted comments on the video. I love your humbleness! Haha!
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March 11, 2021
5 Transitional Spring Looks from my Ten-Item Capsule Wardrobe
I'm sharing 5 transitional spring outfits from my ten-item capsule wardrobe. As I ponder what my wardrobe will be for spring, these are the outfits I'm enjoying during this transitional time. The weather is still cool and somewhat chilly this time of year, but the warmth is definitely emerging so the emphasis for these outfits is stylish layering.
Today's video is a collaboration with my friend, Nikki, from Inspired by Nikki. She is also sharing transitional spring outfits from her wardrobe. You can check out Nikki's video here.
Look #1 SKYE Risette dress code Jennifer20 for 20% off Everlane Cashmere Hipstik tights JEN15 for 15% off Rachelyn Jewelry Code JENNIFERSCOTT 10% off Phone case (Casetify)
Look #2 Maxi dress (linking similar) Boden cropped cardigan SKYE Ismay earring Jennifer20 for 20% off SKYE Ines bracelet Jennifer20 for 20% off Oliver Cabell mules code JSCOTT10 $10 off
Look #3 Velvet by Graham & Spencer jumpsuit Lilysilk camisole Sam Edelman sandal
Look #4 Breton stripe tee Boden (Check out the Breton stripe from Mer Sea) Mott & Bow jeans JLS10 for 10% off Oliver Cabell white leather sneaker JSCOTT10 for $10 off SKYE Cosette pearl earrings Jennifer20 for 20% off SKYE Laure pearl bracelet Jennifer20 for 20% off
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Look #5White blouse (similar) Daily12 for 12% off Mott & Bow Jeans JLS10 for 10% off Mer Sea Wrap Ballet flats by Jane Winkworth (available in UK only) Londontown nail polish JenniferS for 25% off
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Susanne S. writes, Hi, Jennifer. I really enjoyed this video, especially your very thoughtful and thought-provoking narration. I'd like to share my method for organizing magazines. Like you, I've been reading Victoria almost since the beginning. Some years ago, I reorganized my issues by placing all the issues for the same month in a magazine holder; then, every month, I take out the magazines for that month and enjoy going through them again. Although some things are out-of-date now, one of the things I like most about Victoria is its essential timelessness (and I must say, I feel quite nostalgic seeing the old advertising). Continue to stay safe. Every blessing, Susanne
Dear Susanne, I adore that idea! Fantastic! It makes so much sense. One of these days I will try this out. Thank you! ~ Jennifer
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