Ice Cream Social Summer Party

ice cream social

What a fun way to begin the week, with this neighborhood “Welcome Summer” Ice Cream Social sent to me by Melissa of Buckets of Grace.  The colors are cheerful and the printables from Dimple Prints certainly help set to scene.  Melissa was actually able to combine paper products from several vendors (see list at the end) and make… Read More

"All American" Backyard Picnic-Style Shoot

patriotic picnic

I have more summer party inspiration to share with you!  This backyard picnic shoot from Tiny Water Photography is loaded with amazing ideas that you can incorporate for 4th of July weekend or all summer long.  Vintage suitcases, cute paper details, and a fabulous cookies & cream dessert table make this design special. Some of my favorite ideas… Read More

"Batter Up" Baseball Party {Guest Feature}

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I have a great classic party theme to share with you today, from Charm Event Design.  This baseball themed party was actually a baby shower but of course it would be any little boy’s (or big boy’s) dream birthday as well.   I love the vintage feel of the food labels and signage, and the ticket-style invitations… Read More

Modern Tabletop Inspiration

modern tabletop

The ladies of Carter & Cook designed this beautiful modern tablescape for the HITCHED event recently.  The centerpiece here is sensational combining gorgeous florals from Arrangements, with tall rustic branches, and topping it all with a whimsical antler ‘mobile’.  Other notable details from this table are the tulle rosettes attached to the napkins and drink stirs,… Read More

A "Love"ly Picnic {Guest Feature}

LOVE bridal shoot

What a view!  Can you imagine having a lovely engagement picnic or anniversary picnic here?  Jacin of Lovely Little Details designed this Valentine’s shoot for Brenda’s Wedding Blog, but I think the ideas here can be re-created for any celebration of love. The quilt used as tablecloth, the adorable place mats, the paper doilies used in… Read More

Winter Celebrations Inspiration

Winter Celebration Inspiration

We’ve got the winter blues around here…in a good way!  This beautifully styled inspiration shoot by Maine Seasons Events and Corbin Gurkin Photography uses a blue color palette, adding natural elements and pops of maroon for interest.  I love the details of the table setting: moss-covered candle holders, birch wood pedestals, burlap table cloth, and a gorgeous… Read More

Little Girl Damask Birthday Inspiration Shoot {Guest Feature}

These photos are from various photographers attending an I Heart Faces photography workshop.  Amy of Living Locurto (and I Heart Faces) blogs designed the printables for this, as well as the pinwheel craft and tabletop styling.  I wanted to share it with you now because I think it has some beautiful ideas for decor and… Read More

Queen Of Hearts Valentine Shoot

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There is a lot to see here today, as I styled and photographed this Queen of Hearts Valentine’s Day shoot to help showcase the printable party collection by Paula of Frog Prince Paperie.  Paula created this very cool and modern set that would also work well for a bachelorette party, bridal shower, lingerie shower, or even engagement party – the LOVE… Read More

Winter Plaid Dinner Party

You may remember in December I designed this “glam” table for The Party Dress’ Holiday Table Challenge.  Well, in the end Kelly showcased her own design as well and it was this amazing “Mad for Plaid” dessert table below.  She also created a coordinating dining table (above) using the same colors and the red reindeer silhouettes… Read More

Berries & Branches Winter Party

berries and branches party

This gorgeous party was sent in by Rene of Rene Takes the Cake, and is a fine example of a holiday party that doesn’t “scream” Christmas.  It is wonderfully appropriate for any social gathering all throughout the Winter months with it’s Berries & Branches motif!  This soiree was a wine & cheese theme and served up… Read More