#holidays

tipsy (not)tuesday - lavender 75

I realize this isn't a Tuesday, but needs must. New Years Eve's a'comin and I have a cocktail that has to head your way before that bell...

almond & mint candy cane cookies

And now back to our usual programming. One of the tried and true recipes we made each year was this wonderful, crunchy combination of...

croissain't what you think they are

It's that time at last! Here come the holiday recipes, people. I get so excited every year when November hits the calendar because that...

welcome to my own little mess!

You're here! That really makes me quite happy because, like all fresh endeavors, this one feels a bit wobbly and new on its feet. So I'm...

OH, HELLO THERE!

I'm Whitney.

Welcome to My Own Little Mess! I'm so glad you stopped by. This is where I get to share the recipes I love - both those of my childhood and those I create now - and the traditions that made cooking and baking such a joyful part of all our lives.

The table is the heart of community and that is the heart of this blog. I am so excited to share these meals with you!