MacKenzie-Childs Bar Cart

Raise your hand if you remember growing up with black and white Courtly Check tea kettle in your home? I sure do! It was the focal point of our kitchen and one that holds so many fond memories.

Fast forward to present day, I have happily added this iconic print to our home in the most chic way possible. Why yes, a bar set. You know I am a sucker for an all black and white wardrobe simply because it goes with everything. Why not apply the same rules to your home? You can’t go wrong and it’s a timeless color palette. The only difference is that MacKenzie-Childs offers a bit more whimsy and fun to the mix.

Happy Hour is the main event these days which has provoked me to step up my game, learn a new cocktail, dress up and show up. I can tell you that my husband is pretty supportive of it, too. I've learned to bake, cocktail-make and cook my little tush off. Boy, is everyone in for a rude awakening when this all lifts, ha! I digress…

Have you ever seen a more perfect, cohesive set? It’s my new happy corner and well timed because our old ice bucket literally kicked the bucket! For starters, everyone needs a profesh shaker because regular ice will just not due. Glassware needs to be chilled and your cocktail needs to be chilled as well. That, my dears, is the making of a perfect Negroni. <recipe below>

Make sure you have the proper tools as well. This Bar Tool Set is everything you need in one handy spot. The entire collection washes like a dream, too!

For my favorite Negroni cocktail recipe, follow these simple steps below. It could not be easier.

What you’ll need:

• 1 oz. Gin

• 1 oz. Campari

• 1 oz. Sweet Vermouth

• An orange peel to garnish!

Steps:

1. Add ingredients into mixing glass or cocktail shaker with ice.

2. Shake/stir until well chilled.

3. Strain into glass with large ice cubes.

4. Garnish with orange peel.

Shake, sip and enjoy!

Are you inspired to add a little whimsy to your everyday routine? Good, I’ve linked all my items below. It truly doesn’t matter what the style of your home is - MacKenzie-Childs is iconic and fits all lifestyles. Happy home styling! xx

Here’s a sneak peek into a day-long retreat I spent with the brand right here in Chicago! Truly one of the highlights of my Spring!