AYVA Weekend Ideas: Vol. 1

The Weekend List

St. Patrick’s Day, A Disney classic comes to life, and more…

Hope you all have exciting plans to look forward to this weekend! We plan on playing Holi this weekend. It’s the festival of colors and symbolizes the passing of winter and welcoming of spring. If you want to find out more here’s some info: http://www.festivalofcolorsusa.com/festival-of-colors/ancient-tradition/

In case you needed some other fun ideas on what to do, here’s what’s happening.

Celebrate: St. Patrick’s Day

Whether you’re Irish or not, St. Patrick’s Day is a fun celebration for people of all ages. Indulge in a green beer (or two), cook up a classic corn beef and cabbage, and check your local events guide for parade times and the like. As for us, we’re anxious to give this healthier version of soda bread muffins a try http://www.wellplated.com/irish-soda-bread-muffins/

See: Beauty and the Beast

The reimagined live-action version of Disney’s classic animated tale (as old as time) is coming to theatres today! We don’t know about you, but we’re psyched to see our favorite Harry Potter alum (who, by the way, divulges her beauty secrets here https://intothegloss.com/2017/03/emma-watson-beauty-routine/ don that famous golden dress as Belle. Trailer, here. (link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omEtQlhhM64

Watch: Big Little Lies

Have you checked out HBO’s miniseries Big Little Lies yet? With a killer cast of women and a juicy, mom-centric plot, we’re hooked! We sure wouldn’t mind getting some of those women to participate in our Mothers in Business series- https://ayvajewelry.com/moms-business-get-know-monica-stephenson/ , ha! http://www.hbo.com/big-little-lies

Do: Weather Permitting

If you’re currently on the West coast, take advantage of the heat wave and dress up your outdoor area (link: http://www.simplygrove.com/decorate-like-adult-outdoors/. If you’re on the East coast (we’re sorry!), learn how to practice the art of hygge http://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/the-year-of-hygge-the-danish-obsession-with-getting-cozy

Shop: Opal for Home

How amazing is this opal dinner plate set?(link: https://www.burkedecor.com/products/opal-dinner-plate-set-by-elise-flashman We’re planning our next dinner party just to show them off.

Go: Casa Tiny

Think the tiny house trend isn’t for you? You might change your mind when you see this gorgeous residence in Oaxaca, Mexico. And you don’t have to daydream about it, either—it’s available on Airbnb for $82 a night (link: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/6671904. Start packing (and can we come?).