Chic Bistro Style

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I am so excited to share this incredible table design by Carter & Cook Event Company!  This was initially created for a design challenge hosted by Utterly Engaged, and has a Modern Craft feel with neutral tones.  The details are simple and chic, and easy to recreate: Small parchment-lined cardboard boxes were filled with a variety of cheeses… Read More

Woodland First Birthday

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Let’s just call this “Woodland Wednesday” shall we, as I’ll be doing a double feature today, showing off 2 incredible Woodland themed parties – one for a little boy, and one for a girl. First up is this 1st birthday celebration for a little guy, loaded with woodland accents and owl details.  The sweets table was provided… Read More

Trend Alert – Bring The Inside, Out!

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You know the term, “bring the outside in” when it comes to interior decorating…large open windows, lush greenery and flowers, even garden-style furniture pieces.  This trend is doing the opposite and bringing indoor pieces, outside for entertaining.  I love this idea because it really helps create a cozy atmosphere when you’re in the midst of wide… Read More

Spring Baby Shower {How ‘Tweet’ It is}

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When Kaysi Fox from FABU Weddings & Events sent me these photos, I fell in love!  This Spring Baby Shower is filled with little “nesting” details and nature-inspired elegance. The shower was held at a clubhouse and Kaysi took care of all the design & decor.  The table is layered with fabric, moss, and burlap to… Read More

Fantasy Picnic Setting

Isn’t this picnic setting magical?  This would be so special for an anniversary or milestone birthday.  Or, just take the inspiration and set up a glamorous back yard picnic with friends!  Craft the vintage-style fans with old newspaper and ribbon to mimic “walls” in the outdoor space.  Use astro turf as a “rug” or “table cloth,” and gather some… Read More

Trend Alert: Hanging Frames

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Have an outdoor soiree in the works?  Try creating a bit of drama with one of these hanging frame ideas. You can see this idea works great for creating a walkway, a ‘wall’ or backdrop, or a photo opportunity.   Just gather some old frames from yard sales, and hang them with ribbon or twine, from… Read More

‘Love Birds’ Bridal Shower

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The “Love Birds” theme is a great one for a bridal shower, and this design photographed by Oh, Darling! (found via Design Sponge) offers some gorgeous modern-rustic inspiration and ideas. This setting would be perfect for Spring showers (‘Love Birds’ bridal shower, ‘Nesting Mom’ baby shower, even Mother’s Day), with it’s mossy background, birch wood accents, and bird and… Read More

Woodsy Spring Table

How I love the work of Gloria Wong Design!  This is her latest creation posted on Snippet & Ink.  This lush, woodsy table is perfect for a Spring gathering.  The use of Spring flowers, succulents, branches, and moss give a magical woodland feel.  Add in some chalkboard-painted elements and neutral colored favor bag/menu, and it… Read More

Tablescapes From Nesting Newbies

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Gorgeous! Amazing! Fantastical!! Just a few words to describe the tablescapes presented in the online magazine, Nesting Newbies.  Seriously?!! A Hanging Buffet?!! I die!  Hot Pink, Black, & White never looked so good! Check out the entire Winter issue for yourself!

Rustic Christmas

Postings this week have been light due to the fact that I’m preoccupied with prepping for a Christmas Party tonight, and a birthday party tomorrow night. Tonight is the “Let It Snow” ladie’s night I mentioned earlier. Pics next week! For now, I found some pretty inspiration from White Lace Wedding for a Rustic Christmas,… Read More