Introducing Grace by GD

In continuation of my “Makers” series I am very proud to introduce the ladies behind Grace by GD. Grace is a new ready to wear clothing line founded in Chicago by Ania, Ola, and Dominika Wojtowicz. If the name Grace sounds familiar it’s because these beautiful ladies are the daughters of the famous Grace who designed […]

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Berry Breakfast Pastry

Berry Breakfast Pastry | www.mypetitejoys.com

This breakfast pastry is a perfect blend of a ready to bake dessert that still feels like its made “from scratch.” I made these over the weekend and Ted loved them! If you have guests or just want to make something special for the weekend try these out. Pastry Ingredients  Cream 2 egg yolks 1/4 […]

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Introducing Woodiesigns

Over the last few months I’ve gotten the opportunity to meet some incredible women. Boss ladies like Landon Lacey or Lindsey from Gathered. Female entrepreneurs, who create, and connect. It’s amazing to be able to get to know these ladies and bring them into my life. It’s something that I’d like to do more regularly […]

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My At Home Facial

At Home DIY Facial | www.mypetitejoys.com

I love skincare and wanted to share a new facial routine that I’ve started this year. Every other month I get regular facials at a local salon (in fact I just went this weekend with my sister!), but also needed something I could do regularly. After some research I devised my own at home facial […]

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Cozy Winter Simmer Pot

Winter Simmer Pot | www.mypetitejoys.com

January is a time to live out the values of hygge – being cozy and creating a warm atmosphere are my goals in life.  Over the weekend I wanted to try another simmer pot recipe – this one with winter themes. It made the house smell heavenly and is a great, non-toxic way to scent […]

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European Hot Chocolate

European Hot Chocolate | www.mypetitejoys.com

During these cold winter months there is only thing better than hot tea, and that is a cup of hot chocolate. It’s one of my favorite treats. As a kid we’d make this winter treat with store bought hot chocolate packets and mixed in heated milk. If we were feeling luxurious we’d add marshmallows! Well […]

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