Inspiration for Stylish Entertaining
What is it about the humble little paper chain of our childhood that makes it so chic today? Maybe it’s the fabulous papers available which introduces interesting patterns. Maybe it’s the ease and affordability of the project itself. Or maybe it’s the resurgence of all things retro and vintage that has brought it to the forefront. … Read More
You know how much hanging banners and buntings can add to a party. Now they are easier than ever to make! You can create your own unique hanging decor for backdrops, or overhead swags and “chandeliers,” using long strips of fabric, ribbon, and lace. Depending on the colors and materials you use, you can create a vintage… Read More
Since it’s in the 90′s here with no signs of cooling off, I thought I’d do a round up of ideas for an Ice Cream Social. Below, you’ll find lots of great ideas for serving, displaying, and enhancing your ice cream experience! Brain freeze not included. Fun Ideas above: cute labels; sqeeze bottles for wet… Read More
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
Two icons of childhood are making quite the presence these days. Ice cream cones are being used to hold all sorts of treats, combining form with function in the tastiest way! Fill the cone with candies for favors, such as m&m’s, jelly beans, or gummies; serve a fruit parfait inside during a brunch or drinks… Read More
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
Now that we are in the midst of Spring, and Summer is just around the corner, we’re going to start taking parties outdoors. A great way to add extra pizzazz to outdoor entertaining is to provide a boxed lunch(not only for outdoors I might add). There are so many ways to present it, from mini wicker baskets, gable… Read More
One of the best ways to create a buzz about your upcoming party is to create a fabulous invitation. Boxed invitations are a great way to do that. The fun thing about these is that you can add fun details and items that wouldn’t fit into a traditional envelope. You can get so creative with these… Read More
I love it when you can take simple, readily available items, and create something amazing out of them. In this case, that is done with ribbon! For the simplest project just hang long strands side-by-side to create a fun backdrop for photos or buffets. Want to get a little fancy? Clip on some family photos,… Read More
Have you noticed? There is something about Vintage that is just so…….Modern! I’ve been noticing this for a while now, on many of the wedding blogs. Designers are taking vintage items and placing them or styling them so the look is very current, and not at all dated. With details like floral or vintage linens,… Read More
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