Inspiration for Stylish Entertaining
You know, as a creative blogger it’s pretty hard to come up with something new and original. Of course you can take an old idea and make it your own by tweaking it a bit, but to make something that people haven’t seen before is a challenge. And to make something that other people will… Read More
Welcome to part 2 of my shabby chic {fashionista} bridal shower theme {see the table and bar in part 1 here} which is everyone’s favorite – the dessert table. As usual, I used a combination of purchased items and homemade items, and filled in with color coordinating candies. This way the table ends up looking… Read More
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
I have a DARLING tea party baby shower to show you today, from Flavia of Fete a Fete. This is for the “lady” in you who loves all things dainty and frilly. Flavia hosted the shower for a long time friend and used lots of vintage and shabby chic details like the chalkboard painted tray,… Read More
I’m a sucker for any type of vintage-style architectural pieces like shutters, frames, and windows, because they add such character to your home or party decor. I told you about my thrift store finds a while back that included some fantastic display “props”, one of which was a window panel that had starfish attached and… Read More
I keep seeing this fabulous trend as I check out the wedding blogs, and it’s one of those things that’s so simple, you wouldn’t imagine it adds so much style to an event. I like to call it the “naked lamp shade.” Designers all over are stripping down lamp shades to their wire form and… Read More
Last month I posted about my inspiration for a shabby chic baby shower, and today I’m sharing the result! Several months ago I was asked to do the styling for the winner of the Dream Baby Shower – a local contest run by Richmond Mom. As you may remember I styled the one from last… Read More
Right now I’m working on a baby shower design for a local contest winner {Richmond Dream Baby Shower contest}. It’s been a while since I’ve done a “real party” for a client so I’m excited about pulling it all together. The key points I was given to guide my design are: it’s a girl, shabby… Read More
Here’s a unique party idea for your kids – a Bakery themed party! Sent in by Amber of Party On! Designs, this adorable design uses simple “tricks” to turn store bought items into party worthy treats. I love her concept for keeping it simple {words to live by} and doing it yourself. Amber used an… Read More
This week on Pinterest I started a new Bridal Shower board {I know, what took me so long?}. Bridal showers are one of my favorite types of parties because they can be so creative, and ADULT. I love gathering inspiration from weddings and styled shoots that are on wedding blogs, and this centerpiece above had… Read More
