• Home
  • ABOUT
  • CONTACT
  • COLLABORATE
  • FAQ
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Instagram
    • Pinterest

American School of Charm

  • DECORATING
    • CHRISTMAS
    • CELEBRATIONS
    • DINING ROOM
    • FAMILY ROOM
    • GUEST BEDROOM
    • HOME TOUR
      • Home Tour
      • FAMILY ROOM
      • GUEST BEDROOM
  • DIY & CRAFTS
    • DIY Library
    • BAGS
    • GIFTS
    • HOME
    • SEASONAL
  • RECIPES
    • MEALS
    • TREATS

What is the American School of Charm?

In a nutshell, American School of Charm is whatever we make of it! That’s, in fact, exactly the point.

Flannel around the waiste

I’m Ali, the woman who envisioned the American School of Charm back in 2018. My daughters think it sounds like a nursery school. Some wonder if it’s all about etiquette.

Honestly, it’s a constant evolution by design or necessity. My original plan was to create a space to encourage creativity and joy within the lives of women all over (yes, we do have some male readers … happy to have you here!). Life, however, has a funny way of making plans useless.

This is becoming more of a personal account of my journey to make it on my own. There are many meanings to this and you can choose whatever way you want to interpret it to fit your own pleasure.

I’m a single mom of three amazing daughters who fell in love with a wonderful man. Blending our lives wasn’t a slam dunk and after 5-years together, I’m now striking out on my own with my youngest daughter, Stella, in tow until she goes off to college. Oh, and there’s Sebastian my Collie, and PJ our fat-cat around too.

As I explore this new world of being on my own, I’m going to be tackling lots of projects to make it more fun, beautiful, personal, and creative. Those are the aspects I’ll share with you through tutorial posts and videos.

I’m expecting some great times ahead as well as some, frankly, fall on my face moments. Life is messy after all but I’m going to share with you how I’m trying to make it myself and how you can as well. That might be metaphorically or literally, we’ll just have to see!

If you’ve been a reader for a while then you’ll notice changes. Because my new journey requires me to spread myself around a lot more (momma has to pay the bills), I’m narrowing the scope of the content to what’s been most popular in the past: decorating, crafts, DIY, holiday, and easy recipes.

There will still be great content albeit a little less often. But seriously, how many of you were keeping up with it all anyway? Right?!

So let’s lighten up and have some fun, in spite of the twists and turns thrown our way. It’s time to take life by the horns and make it ourselves!

Namaste,


My official bio:

Primary Education:

  • Skaneateles High School (New York)
  • Saint Mary’s College (Indiana)
  • Babson College (Massachusetts) – Bachelor of Science with a double major in Finance and Marketing and a minor in Communications

CERTIFICATIONS & Training

Many of these are no longer maintained.

  • Pilates: Stott Pilates Certified Instructor (450+ hours)
  • Yoga: Yoga One Teacher Training Program (130 hours)
  • Health Coach: Institute of Integrative Nutrition Certified
  • Real Estate: Real Estate Broker and Sales Person Certified
  • Investments: Series 24, 7, 6, 63, and Life Insurance & Annuities Certified

WORK EXPERIENCE:

  • Retail Buyer, Merchandiser, and Management (Lechmere, Nike, Talbots)
  • Banking Management and Training (1st National Bank of MD, Allfirst Bank, M&T Bank)
  • Real Estate Broker (Shorewest Realtors)
  • Fleet Management (Doering Fleet Management)
  • Paraprofessional (Westlawn Elementary School)
  • Fitness – Aerobics, Pilates, Yoga (YMCA, Hershey Medical Center, Pilates From A to Z, Fox Point Jewish Community Center, Sky Yoga)
  • Graphic Design & Website Design (Designs from A to Z)
Pin
Share
0 Shares

Primary Sidebar

I'm Ali
The Great Create Challenge
Decorating and DIY
sewing and crafting together

Search

Follow Us

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Disclosure

Some of the links on this site are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

shop my favorites

Affiliate of:

button

Subscribe to our newsletter

  • Home
  • ABOUT
  • CONTACT
  • COLLABORATE
  • FAQ

americanschoolofcharm

It’s coming along ... so excited for my new plac It’s coming along ... so excited for my new place 😊
Want to see what I’ve purchased for my new place Want to see what I’ve purchased for my new place? Plus some great tips on how to arrange furniture with an open floor plan. Check it out. Link in bio.
First time out and doing my best to drown out 2020 First time out and doing my best to drown out 2020!!
R. I. P. 2020! My new motto for 2021 is “making R. I. P. 2020! My new motto for 2021 is “making it ourselves!” I forecast a year of change, hard work, forgiveness, and letting the ones you love be free to ... as we all must eventually, make it ourselves! Above all, it’s a year to let go of all the negativity that has built up in 2020 and look to appreciate the blessings we’re given (even if it’s hard), and return to the love that’s inside all of us. It’s time to heal, forgive, and strengthen our most important bonds.
She loves to decorate but you have no idea what to She loves to decorate but you have no idea what to get her for Christmas? It's a no brainer. Start her sewing and I tell you exactly HOW in my post listing out exactly what you need to start sewing today (for her or yourself ... hmmm, Christmas gift yourself 😉 ) Link in bio
Do you need an easy last-minute door wreath!? Here Do you need an easy last-minute door wreath!? Here's the easiest project and you'll LOVE the results! ⁠
Are you wondering how this is done? I show you ste Are you wondering how this is done? I show you step-by-step in my tutorial demonstrating how to wrap with Pinterest PIN Perfect Precision (say that 10x fast!) Link in bio.
Want to up your gift wrapping skills? I have EXACT Want to up your gift wrapping skills? I have EXACTLY what you need to know! Check out my tutorial showing how to perfectly wrap separate gift lids and boxes. You'll never wrap the same way again!  Link in bio.
I'm spilling my secret to making big ribbon bows t I'm spilling my secret to making big ribbon bows that are Pinterest perfect. Martha will be so proud of you when you make one of these no-stress magic bows! link in bio.
Feel the urge to be CREATIVE? I've got you covered Feel the urge to be CREATIVE? I've got you covered! How about making this "Merry Always and Happy Always" wood sign! I give you all the details in a step-by-step photo tutorial. You've got this! Link in bio.⁠
⁠
And if you're feeling like you're on a HUGE creating and making BINGE, then join The Great Create Challenge Facebook Group. We love to be challenged and creative! This group does both. Check us out on Facebook or head to the post and you'll see the icon to click in the sidebar.⁠
⁠
✨ The new prompt for The Great Create Challenge ✨ The new prompt for The Great Create Challenge Facebook Group is LIVE!✨⁠
⁠
❝Let's start this year with some positive manifestation using a quote that inspires YOU! ❞⁠
.⁠
.⁠
.⁠
Find a way to incorporate this quote into your home or workspace so you see it and are reminded that 2021 can be ANYTHING you choose based on your mindset!⁠
⁠
Who knows? You might end up making the difference not just in your own life, but in that of another person who sees your creativity in action.⁠
⁠
This is a group formed to inspire creativity in your life! To participate, you don't need to be an artist or be craftsy. How you express your creativity is in your own hands and heart. Draw, sew, sculpt, paint, write, bake, cook, dance, sing, craft ... the list is endless! No rules, just support, and love is flowing to everyone who chooses to participate.⁠
⁠
Head over to The Great Create Challenge Facebook page and join so you can inspire yourself and others! 🤩
Hmmm... what do these pretties look like in the en Hmmm... what do these pretties look like in the end? Take a look at my post and see how easy it is for YOU to make some special memories with this Christmas project. Family time!! Link in bio.
This year, I'm totally into Lamb's ear and drop cl This year, I'm totally into Lamb's ear and drop cloths. So I put the two together with my favorite iced berry sprig. Check out the result! ⁠
This little guard gnome is on patrol! This little guard gnome is on patrol!
Sneaky ways to easily add sparkle and twinkle to y Sneaky ways to easily add sparkle and twinkle to your holiday table! You'll LOVE the reaction of your friends and family when they marvel at your holiday decorating! Link in bio!
Yes, you can make this using the easy step-by-step Yes, you can make this using the easy step-by-step tutorial with pictures and a video! Perfect for gifting and decorating your tree. Great keepsake too! link in bio. ⁠
 #wrappinggifts #christmastree #giftideas #stockingstuffer #gifts #giftsforher #tassels #giftgiving
Give something totally UNEXPECTED! I've broken dow Give something totally UNEXPECTED! I've broken down what anyone needs to start sewing. This is a gift that can open new opportunities for home decor and start a hobby that will last a lifetime! Link in bio.
THIS is how to gift wrap boxes with separate lids THIS is how to gift wrap boxes with separate lids and bottoms with NO foldovers showing! You'll never look at gift wrapping again after checking out this method that was just posted with a step-by-step photo tutorial! Link in bio⁠
Here's a fun project for this weekend! Stay warm i Here's a fun project for this weekend! Stay warm inside as you make the perfect wreath for your holiday decorating. This is the easiest project you'll do all year.  Link in bio.
Want to learn the EASY way to tie a great big ribb Want to learn the EASY way to tie a great big ribbon bow? Check out the step-by-step picture tutorial. link in bio.
Load More... Follow on Instagram
© 2021 American School of Charm.