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HIBISCUS BLOOD ORANGE MEZCALRITAS


Happy Saturday, cocktail lovers! I’m back this weekend with my first recipe of 2020, inspired by our recent trip to Mexico and the height of citrus season here in Canada — Hibiscus Blood Orange Mezcalritas! Have you ever tried mezcal? I discovered mezcal during our first trip to Oaxaca back in 2012 and it’s my spirit of choice whenever we’re in Huatulco. This traditional Mexican liquor is closely related to tequila (both are distilled from agave — mezcal can be made from any of several dozen species, while tequila must be made from blue agave) and originated in Oaxaca, which is still the largest producer of mezcal globally. Each time we visit we discover new artisinal varieties — and bring as much as we possibly can home to help ease our Canadian winters with spirited memories!

If you’re looking for an inventive libation that celebrates citrus season and the vibrancy of Mexican culture, you’ll find it in my Hibiscus Blood Orange Mezcalritas! This jubilant craft cocktail is free of dairy, gluten and refined sugar and loaded with better-for-you ingredients, antioxidants and a healthy dose of vitamin C. Inspired by Mexican Agua de Jamaica, hibiscus tea concentrate combines with freshly squeezed blood orange and lime juices, Joven Mezcal, Cointreau and a splash of agave syrup shaken over ice and strained into a pink hibiscus salt rimmed glass. Transport yourself to the healing, pristine waters of the Mexican south pacific with this modernized, seasonal spin on the traditional mezcalrita!

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40+ VALENTINE’S DAY IDEAS


Year after year as we approach Valentine’s Day, I find myself seeing through proverbial rose-coloured glasses and craving all things pink! And during the almost 6 years I’ve been blogging here at JustineCelina, I’ve created a plethora of dreamy, pink themed content. To celebrate love day this year, I’m sharing mega dose of all things pink, feminine and romantic in my 40+ Valentine’s Day Ideas roundup — featuring a collection of my favourite love day inspired things across categories. From what I wear, to the beauty products and fragrances I chose, to the flowers I bring into my home (or to my screen!), to what I eat and drink to how I entertain and practice self care, I love to incorporate February’s quintessential hue into Valentine’s Day — no matter what I’m up to!

Whether you’re in search of Valentine’s Day outfit ideas, the perfect rose toned lipstick, gift ideas for your significant other, pretty cocktails, seductive fragrances, plant-based pink recipes, flower arranging tips and education, self care ideas, or Galentine’s Day entertaining inspiration, I’ve got you covered! Plan yourself the best Valentine’s Day yet whether you’re single or attached, no matter how you celebrate by fixing yourself a delicious pink cocktail (may I suggest a Rose Infused Cherry Gin Fizz?) and cozing up with me tonight for some fun, attainable and creative ways to infuse a festive touch into your to your love day!

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Create, Digital Blooms, Flowers, Pantone, Winter

DIGITAL BLOOMS FEBRUARY 2020 | FREE DESKTOP WALLPAPER


With love month is upon us, I’m elated to share a fresh, free floral tech wallpaper inspired by February’s quintessential hue, along with all things soft and feminine! Although it’s the height of winter here in Calgary, February’s arrival always preludes my intense longing for spring. Longtime readers will know that one of my favourite ways to channel spring’s energy into our extended Canadian winters is with colour — in my wardrobe, my beauty routine, my home, my food and drink , and yes, even on the background of my digital devices! This month, I’m taking cues from Pantone’s Spring / Summer 2020 Colour Trend Report and exploring Coral Pink, Sunlight and Brilliant White.

Infuse February’s cheerful, lighthearted vibes onto the background of your computer, tablet or phone with the latest installment of DIGITAL BLOOMS! February 2020’s Digital Blooms incorporate three of my all-time-favourite flowers — including delicate Ranunculus, Parrot Tulips and creamy Peonies arranged in ethereal symmetry. Click through to download this ultra dreamy, pastel hued tech wallpaper straight to your tech, absolutely free! Wishing you all a love-filled February — and if you know someone who could use a little pick me up this month, please send them the link to this post. Think of it as an early Valentine’s Day gift from me to you!

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DIGITAL BLOOMS JANUARY 2020 | FREE DESKTOP WALLPAPER | Free Winter 2020 Floral Desktop Wallpapers featuring Anemones, Spray Roses, Bella Donna Dephinium, Astrantia, Astilbe and Sedum on a Pantone Color of the Year 2020 Classic Blue Background | Pantone 2020 Free Tech Wallpaper | Pantone 2020 Inspiration | Pantone 2020 Floral Inspiration | Winter 2020 Tech Wallpapers | Calgary Creative Lifestyle Blogger The Best FREE Winter Tech Wallpapers | Free Floral Tech Wallpapers 2020 // JustineCelina.com
Create, Digital Blooms, Flowers, Pantone, Winter

DIGITAL BLOOMS JANUARY 2020 | FREE DESKTOP WALLPAPER


Flower friends, welcome back for the first post of a fresh new decade! Today I’m bringing 2020 in with a fresh installment of DIGITAL BLOOMS celebrating Pantone‘s 2020 Colour of the Year, Classic Blue — described as a timeless and enduring blue hue, elegant in its simplicity. Admittedly, I was shocked at Pantone‘s choice this year (I thought it was going to be a warm neutral shade!), but as always, I’m excited to allow it to inspire my work across categories here at JustineCelina this year! In fact, I’ve already created some 2020 Classic Blue style inspiration for you in my most recent LOOKBOOK — so be sure to pop by if you missed it during the holidays!

Freshen up your tech this winter with a free tech wallpaper featuring a luxurious melange of some of my favourite seasonal blooms set in a rich, jewel toned palette inspired by Classic Blue — including Anemones (learn All About Anemones), Spray Roses (learn All About Roses), Bella Donna Dephinium, Astrantia, Astilbe and Sedum. What better way to begin a new decade than by updating the background of your computer, tablet or phone with a gorgeous new floral wallpaper? As always, I hope January’s Digital Blooms bring you joy and inspiration as we ease into a fresh new year — thank you so much for stopping by to download them!

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Create, Digital Blooms, DIY, Flowers, Occasions, Pantone, Winter

DIGITAL BLOOMS DECEMBER 2019 | FREE DESKTOP WALLPAPER


Usher in the holiday season and bring a festive feeling to your devices with my December 2019 Digital Blooms free tech wallpaper! If you’re been with me for a couple of years, this Asymmetrical Holiday Wreath may look familiar, as I actually created is back in 2017. The DIY post detailing how to make it has since become one of my most popular pieces of holiday content after having been featured on Style Me Pretty — so this holiday season I wanted to spread holiday cheer in a new way by making it available digitally! This way, if you’re not into DIY (hey, I get it!) you can still enjoy the beauty of this mid-century inspired seasonal wreath on your devices all season long.

I’m extending my love of warm, spicy, Autumn/Winter 2019/2020 Fashion Colour Trend Report inspired hues into the 2019 holiday season — and one of my favourite ways to do that is with festive greens and foliage. This earthy wreath features a beautiful juxtaposition of textures and colours thanks to a medley of Cedar, Pine, Brunia, Eucalyptus pods, Red Ironbark Eucalyptus and Magnolia Leaves. Hang your wreath digitally this year by clicking through to download December’s DIGITAL BLOOMS straight to your computer, tablet or phone — absolutely free! Wishing you all a very happy holiday season!

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Violette Noir Berry Sangria | The Best Berry Sangria Recipe | Pinot Noir Sangria | Chambord Sangria Recipe | Red Sangria with Crème de Violette | Sophisticated Red Wine Sangria | The Best Berry Sangria for the holidays | Holiday Red Wine Sangria | Winter Berry Sangria Recipe | San Pellegrino Sangria | Black Raspberry Liqueur Sangria | Raspberry Sangria | Blackberry Sangria | Healthy No Added Sugar Sangria // JustineCelina.com
Entertain, Fall, Flowers, Summer, Wine & Cocktails, Winter

VIOLETTE NOIR BERRY SANGRIA


Just ahead of the holiday season, I’m thrilled to bring my sixth sangria recipe to JustineCelina today (if you’re new here, why yes, I adore sangria!). In years past, I’ve shared my tried and true recipes created with wine and spirits you would traditionally associate with sangria — but over the years as I honed my mixology skills I’ve also become just as passionate about craft cocktails. Now that I have a well-rounded baseline of sangria and cocktail recipes to work from, I find myself drawn to more creative and interesting ingredient combinations and flavour profiles — and that’s exactly how the idea for my Violette Noir Berry Sangria was born! Although I have a Classic Winter Citrus Red Sangria (my original sangria recipe that inspired all the others!), I’d always wanted to develop a berry-forward sangria using less conventional grapes and liqueurs. So this summer, I got to work using some of the more elusive ingredients in our bar — and today I’m finally sharing the recipe, after 6 months of extensive testing!

My Violette Noir Berry Sangria is a dramatic, berry-infused libation where bold, luscious flavours of raspberry-laden Chambord, floral Crème de Violette, juicy blackberry and a fresh kiss of citrus intertwine over an elegant Pinot Noir backdrop. This sophisticated, Parisian-inspired spin on traditional red sangria is as intricate as it is accessible — seducing both wine lovers and skeptics with each delicious, antioxidant-rich sip. It’s the ideal accompaniment to festive cocktail parties, formal occasions, holiday dinners or anytime you’re craving a refined, wine-based bracer to delight and surprise even the most discerning of palettes! As always, my Violette Noir Berry Sangria brimming with fresh, better-for-you ingredients and is free of added sugars — because I believe in balance in all areas of life. Cheers to a happy and healthy holiday season!


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Create, Digital Blooms, Fall, Flowers, Pantone

DIGITAL BLOOMS NOVEMBER 2019 | FREE DESKTOP WALLPAPER


Flower children, welcome back for a fresh edition of DIGITAL BLOOMS to kick off November! Things have certainly cooled off here in Calgary as we move deeper into autumn — and November 2019’s Digital Blooms celebrate one of my all-time-favourite Autumn / Winter flowers at the height of its season. This month I’m spotlighting the Panda Anemone in all its stunning simplicity against a warm, marsala coloured backdrop. If you’ve enjoyed our FLOWER content over the years, this strikingly unique bloom should look very familiar — we even published an All About Anemones post dedicated to it!

November’s DIGITAL BLOOMS embrace the very best of AW19‘s seasonal flower offerings and the Pantone Autumn/Winter 2019/2020 Fashion Colour Trend Report, by translating seasonal colour trends to the background of your computer, tablet or phone. A rich, dramatic palette inspired by Pantone’s luxurious Biking Red, Sugar Almond and Evening Blue contrasted by soft and ethereal Crème de Pêche combine to create a crisp and inviting digital display of late autumn abundance. Snag your November 2019 Digital Blooms free floral tech wallpaper by clicking through to download it straight to your devices!

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