Making and Painting Pottery
This particular craft is a labor of love that spans over 15 years. While I was home for the holidays … Continue reading Making and Painting Pottery
Author: Camille McAvoy
Hello! My name is Camille and although I love all things elegant, decadent, and artistic, sadly the only thing French about me is my name. I am a bubbly, sardonic, caring, scientist, art-lover, crafter, brunch enthusiast, afternoon tea connoisseur, board game fan, and lover of new and interesting life experiences.
Halloween 2021: Outsidelands Edition
Low-budget, high pageantry costumes was one of my first inspirations for cataloguing my adventures through a blog. This year, I … Continue reading Halloween 2021: Outsidelands Edition
Fantastic Bay Area Tea Rooms and Where to Find Them
As an afternoon tea connoisseur, I have really enjoyed exploring tea rooms in the Bay Area. Spoiler alert, they are … Continue reading Fantastic Bay Area Tea Rooms and Where to Find Them
Travel Itinerary: Kauai, Hawaii
For Labor Day weekend this year, I had the great joy of traveling to Kauai for the first time. I … Continue reading Travel Itinerary: Kauai, Hawaii
Trying New Things: Whitewater Rafting
Of all the new activities I’ve tried over the past few years, this one was the most challenging. But I … Continue reading Trying New Things: Whitewater Rafting
No-Bake Whipped Cream Cake
My family recipe for birthday cake is a special, old-fashioned treat. It is a classic recipe from Famous Chocolate Wafers … Continue reading No-Bake Whipped Cream Cake
Chemistry of Bath Bombs
As a chemist and craft-lover, I thought it might be fun to combine these two passions into a chemistry of … Continue reading Chemistry of Bath Bombs
Trying New Things: Railbikes Edition
Have you ever dreamed of viewing beautiful landscapes while recumbent biking on a railroad track next to a partner or … Continue reading Trying New Things: Railbikes Edition
Retro Pin-Up Look
Recently I have enjoyed doing retro-inspired looks, particularly two takes on a 1950s-themed look: a classic version and a tropical … Continue reading Retro Pin-Up Look
Lime Pie: A Refreshing Summer Treat
I’m originally from FL and after a recent trip there for the 4th of July holiday, I was inspired to … Continue reading Lime Pie: A Refreshing Summer Treat
Millennial's Delight 