Vintage Parisian Dessert Table {Guest Feature}

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Get ready to take a trip back in time with this beautiful Parisian-style dessert table sent in by Heather and Jason of Hello My Sweet. It’s reminescent of a ladies dressing table from 1940′s Paris, filled with love letters, photos, and vanity essentials….only instead of powder and perfume we have pastries and baked goods. The… Read More

Winter Wonderland Dessert Table

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If you’re longing for a snowy winter you may have to create it your self with these ideas from Sweets Indeed. Marie sent in this Winter Wonderland dessert table she designed with a pretty palette of blue, pink, and white, and added pretty snowflake details for extra pizzazz. The desserts are mostly white with a… Read More

Lemon Yellow Tea Party Bridal Shower

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Since this has been such a mild winter it feels completely “normal” to be sharing a pretty citrusy-yellow shower design that will bring visions of Spring to mind. Start planning now and you could create a shower as lovely as this for your next expectant mom or bride to be. This inspiration shoot was created… Read More

Pastel & Vintage Infused Bridal Shower Inspiration

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I’m so excited to share something new today {other than the past 3 months of holiday posts}! This beautiful inspiration shoot from Birch Blooms was created for a Thanksgiving tabletop challenge on Occasions Magazine, but the colors and ideas they incorporated are perfect for a Bridal Shower as it shares special sentiments about family members,… Read More

Rustic Tablescape Ideas

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Today I’m sharing my ideas for a Rustic Autumn Tablescape that can be used for ANY occasion. Some key items that make this great for Thanksgiving are the small printed banners placed on the table and the “Lucky Wishbones” at each place setting, but you could also create banners that say “Happy Anniversary/Birthday”or “Congratulations” instead. The… Read More

Paper Fans Add Stylish Decor

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Are you in search of a great design element that makes a statement at your party? How about creating your own paper fan rosettes and displaying them in mass! Rebekah of A Blissful Nest shared this candy and activity table with me recently and the star of the table is all of the paper fan… Read More

Ideas For A Wine Themed Wedding

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One of the projects I did recently for Celebrations was this wine themed wedding with ideas on how to incorporate wine into the celebration. Inspired by invitations from Pear Tree Greetings, I designed the sweetheart table, escort table, and wine & cheese tasting table that’s a great idea for the cocktail hour. All of the… Read More

Cookies & Milk Party For Grown Ups!

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Think cookies and milk parties are just for kids? You won’t after seeing this styled bridal shoot by Love and Lavender and Jonda Spurbeck Photography! There are such cute ideas here for any bridal shower, engagement party, or even a wedding reception. The wooden stands coupled with bales of hay are the perfect rustic foundation… Read More

Rustic Autumn Wedding

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If you’re planning an Autumn wedding or any gathering for that matter, today’s feature has some pretty and simple ideas you can use. This is from a wedding designed by So Happi Together and I think all the rustic details would be perfect indoors or out. For starters, don’t you just love the mason jars… Read More

‘School Days’ Inspired Bridal Shower Shoot

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Oh my! – It’s good to be back! I have had an unplanned hiatus thanks to hurricane Irene. No power for 2 days, no internet for 3 – hope you haven’t forgotten me! To jump back into things I’m sharing this lovely photo shoot from the photographer Tonya Peterson seen on Love and Lavender. I… Read More