Inspiration for Stylish Entertaining
I am sooo excited to finally have this project complete and ready to share. I spend so much time creating party ideas for my freelance jobs, that it has taken me about a year to get this done {in my “spare” time}. I wanted to create a bridal shower theme to inspire you, to give… Read More
by Melissa Bahen I have always loved going to the hardware store. I love the smell of the lumber, the neatly organized rows of supplies, and the endless world of creative potential housed in its walls. You wouldn’t necessarily think of the hardware store as a great place to stock up on inexpensive craft supplies,… Read More
If you’re a fellow “creative” you know how you have your favorite projects, whether it’s a theme you loved working on, or some fantastic original idea, or great photography, etc. Well, right now this is mine. I loved designing this retro style “Recipe for Love” bridal shower for Celebrations several months back, and I’m sharing… Read More
Looking forward to New Years Eve? This dinner party design I created for The Party Dress magazine is perfect for ringing in the new year or celebrating a special birthday. The idea was to work with a plaid theme, but I didn’t want to do the flannel, rustic, or traditional red that has been done… Read More
Several weeks ago I was invited to participate in a “mystery box” design challenge for Pottery Barn. The premise was that they would send a box of ornaments {I didn’t know which ones} and I would use the ornaments to decorate for entertaining. The one key point is that they NOT be hung on a… Read More
By Aleah & Nick Valley ‘Tis the season for dreaming up fun and festive holiday table tops and party ideas as we look forward to the season of celebration. When dreaming up this Thanksgiving inspiration we envisioned a bright and colorful spread with Provençal linens, wooden chargers and neutral colors with cheery pops of warm… Read More
Last year I went all out for my Thanksgiving inspiration design, with lots of diy ideas and projects. This year I thought I would keep it a bit more simple. I thought about all the busy hostesses out there who are working hard just to get the food cooked in time, and don’t want to… Read More
Are you ready for Fall? I am SO ready for cooler weather, a normal schedule, and all the seasonal entertaining opportunities that come with it. That’s why I decided to create some ideas for a rustic Autumn supper, inspired by these fall invitations at PaperDirect. I often say what a great starting point an invitation… Read More
Given the popularity and my love of Pinterest these days, I thought I would share some of the things that inspire me {found via Pinterest}. This week I came across this gorgeous digital magazine, Exquisite Weddings, that’s full of inspiring design. Once you get past the wedding gowns {assuming you’re not in the market for one}… Read More
Who doesn’t love Dr. Seuss? Whether you’re old or young the classic rhyming stories and whimsical characters stand the test of time. They are not just for kids birthday themes either. Cassandre of Cassandre Snyder Events recently designed a Dr. Seuss themed Baby Shower that is sleek and stylish. She shared with me a mock… Read More
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