Owl Themed Sweets Table

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This sweet table was done by Michelle of Maddycakes Muse.  Another fun Owl Theme with fantastic woodland touches!  You can read all about her easy DIY tips for making this design perfect, over on her post.  I particularly love her signs made from simple cardstock and burning the edges for a rustic feel!

Owl Themed Treats Table

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I have 2 adorable Owl Themed tables to show you today.  First up is this treats table sent in by Jennifer Hamilton who is working on a start up event planning company.   This was for an “Owloween” party but it can obviously be used to inspire any owl or woodland themed event – baby showers, birthdays,… Read More

How’s It Hangin’?

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To finish up our week of Autumn Entertaining inspiration, I wanted to share some unique and unexpected hanging decor that you can DIY, and use either inside or out.  I think the projects below are pretty self explanatory, using twine, a branch from the yard(or grapevine wreath), and various items to tie on: leaves, large nuts,… Read More

Modern Pumpkin Design For Entertaining

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You’re going to “Fall” in love with this design from Katie Grace Designs.  Katie is the winner of the Fall Celebration Challenge on the City Cradle, and I’m sure you can see why.  She is an amazing talent and found a way to make rustic pumpkins = modern entertaining. Katie set up a dessert and… Read More

Dinner And A Movie – Outdoor Entertaining

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My friend Sharon of Cupcakes and Cutlery has got some mad skills when it comes to stylish design! She recently designed this “Dinner and a Movie” party to help inspire Autumn entertaining. Every little detail is divine and I soooo want to be at this party. Not only is her styling impeccable, but her idea… Read More

Autumn Engagement Party

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I am truly thrilled that my Apple Themed Autumn Engagement inspiration shoot was featured on the Wedding Chicks blog last week!  I’m honored to be featured on such an inspiring site, and very grateful  to James Linkowitz Photography and Little Bean Boutique, for their contributions with photography and paper goods. The design was inspired by crisp red apples and… Read More

Need A Last-Minute Thanksgiving Centerpiece?

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Grab your glass cylandars and some dried beans, lentils, corn, or seeds, and create colorful layers for a candle or berry stem to nestle into. Add the extra touch of a bird cut-outand set it on the rum for even more interest. Photo – Epicurious

Autumn Table Ideas

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 As we are zooming in on Thanksgiving, I thought I would put together some interesting ideas for you to try. For the first board we can see that the wreath form is not just for Christmas. Filled with little green button flowers or moss, and rust-colored daiseys or mums, the wreath form works well for… Read More

Stunning Tabletop For Thanksgiving

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I’m pretty sure I want to linger over this table long after dessert is served. Image: California Wedding Wave

Thanksgiving In Black & White

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Who says Thanksgiving has to be done in orange, gold, green, and brown? With the beautiful white pumpkins readily available, get inspired to dress a table in black and white. Spray paint some small goards in metallic silver and copper, add white candles, dishes, and black accents and you have an elegant Autumn table. Don’t… Read More