Inspiration for Stylish Entertaining
I believe the same old shower games keep getting played becouse people don’t know what else to do….and they haven’t contacted a party planner;D Try to remember that brides and mothers-to-be are a more sophisticated bunch than say, 20 years ago. With that in mind, I have put together a little collection of “activities” that… Read More
I’m in love with this cheese display. The simple signs, the tree trunk pedestals, and the wood baskets all work to create a beautifully modern-rustic cheese presentation. How to recreate your own? Well, Target has some wood-grain bowls, and Michaels has wood planks and craft pieces. If you want to splurge, you can find the… Read More
I think the normal tendency when thinking of decorating with orange and yellow is to use lemons and oranges. Not with this party collage! I put together this inpiration board with loads of great details, and not a citrus in site! I’m thinking perfect for an engagement party! You can’t help but be happy and… Read More
Here’s a unique way to use manzanita branches. Just set them in a glass cylinder, maybe with a little sand or rocks in the bottom. Line them up and surround them with candles. No other adornments needed. This lovely scene is from Trendsetting Wedding. They have created a beautiful walkway, but I can see this… Read More
For our Sip and See shower we served a light lunch of green salad with mandarin orange and candied pecans, a pasta salad, and honey chicken salad in individual pastries (mini pie shells). See the recipe below, via Southern Living. Honey Chicken Salad 4 cups chopped cooked chicken 3 celery ribs, diced (about 1 1/2… Read More
It’s a great idea to coordinate your food {especially dessert} with your party theme. For our recent Sip n’ Sea baby shower I served these dessert parfaits in baby food jars. It’s a great way to bring in a “baby” element without having it take over the party. These parfaits are easy to put together and are light and… Read More
Welcome Aboard, Mate! Sail with me to this Sip and “Sea” shower I hosted for a friend who just had her second baby. The theme was Nautical to reflect the nursery and there are lots of details to “sea” so keep reading for more. All the glass plates had a different nautical map underneath. The favors were… Read More
Perfect for a bridal shower or ladies luncheon, these party favor boxes do double duty. They house some adorable little trinket or treat for your guests, and serve as a fun and colorful centerpiece. Just stack them pyramid-style! Also saves $$ spent on seperate centerpieces. Find Boxes Here
Create this frozen summer treat for your next outdoor party, or afternoon snack. The recipe is simple and even healthy! You can use decorative baking tins for the mold, or paper cups. See recipe and instructions here.
Keeping food and drinks cold during a summer picnic can give you one more opportunity to be stylish. That’s right. Try some of these ideas for chillin’ and you’ll be the coolest cat on the block! Start with a trip to Lowes or Home Depot and get yourself a galvanized planter box(or plastic). Fill it… Read More
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