Inspiration for Stylish Entertaining
We all know it’s the details that make a celebration visually pleasing, and if you are the crafty type who likes to DIY your decor, then you are going to love the ideas and details seen here. Photographed by Kim Le Photography, this wedding is full of lace-trimmed frames, button embellishments, decorated hat boxes, and… Read More
Admittedly this is the simplest tutorial possible, but I thought it might inspire 1 or 2 of my readers out there! This is my DIY fabric mini swag that I love to use to add color and interest to a party. Most recently I used it for my rustic-modernbridal shower shoot to drape across a rustic… Read More
Donuts are so popular right now for dessert tables as well as traditional brunch buffets. Maybe because they are so budget friendly, or because everyone seems to love them, or because their shape lends itself to many fun display options. With that in mind I thought I’d put together a few suggestions for serving up… Read More
Today I’m sharing one of the easiest DIY crafts you can possible do, but one that has so many possibilities. These are easy to make fabric ‘flowers’ that I used on my backyard bbq dessert table. This simple embellishment can be used to dress up almost anything. Here’s what you need: Strips of fabric cut to size… Read More
This is the most clever and unique invitation I’ve ever seen! A book invitation by You Are My Fave that will have any guest dying to RSVP. Here’s what she did: Use a razor blade (or an exacto knife) to cut out a pocket in the pages of a book found at the thrift store. Attach… Read More
I designed a “Little Outdoorsman” party for Bird’s Party E-zine a couple of months ago. The snack table was filled with treats that went with the theme like gummy worms & fish, trail mix, and these cute and tasty meringue & marshmallow “mushrooms.” They make an adorable presentation when nestled among chocolate “rocks” (from Walmart). Here’s… Read More
Thanks to a lovely email from Katie of Newcomb Home, I found this fantastic DIY frame idea that I felt I had to share with you all. Beverly of Flamingo Toes has created a stunning focal piece with this bud vase flower display using an old door with chicken wire, frames, and small bottles &… Read More
One of the cutest elements (and most commented on) from my Easter Brunch design was the centerpiece for the children’s table. The Peeps garden, or “bunny trail” is simple to make and here’s what you do: Supplies: A “fence” style planter box from Michael’s (or similar) Craft foam 1 or 2 Faux grass squares from Michael’s… Read More
There are so many ideas for Easter in blog land now I thought I’d share just a few special offers with you. Visit these sites for more information. Amanda of Shindig Parties To Go has created a FREE Easter printable set for Operation Shower. You’ve seen me talk about Operation Shower many times, and they… Read More
Is this the most fabulous yarn garland or what?! Found on Sew 4 Home, I had to share this today because I think this would be a fantastic whimsical touch to any child’s party or baby shower. Just choose your color scheme and have fun with it! Begin by gathering your yarn colors and making… Read More
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