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May 16th, 2009 |

A Birthday Celebration with an Asian Flair

Looking to throw a birthday party with a festive theme?

Try using an Asian theme…complete with paper lanterns, chopsticks and fortune cookies!

Set the stage for your celebration by setting up one long table and hanging paper lanterns above it to define the space.  Use shades of red, orange and pink, with accents of gold to set your [...]

May 7th, 2009 |

Farmer’s Market Dinner Party

With the arrival of spring finally here, I am so enjoying cooking with the  light, fresh flavors of the new season. Asparagus, artichokes, strawberries – oh, the list could go on and on!   My favorite source for peak-of-season produce? The local farmers’ market.   Not only do I pick up fresh fruits and vegetables, many markets [...]

May 5th, 2009 |

Napkin of the Week: Daisy Embellishment

This is a festive way to dress up any Spring table….lovely for Mother’s Day or a Bridal Shower!

Cut a white ribbon into a 14-inch piece. Using silk daisies, trim stems close to the flower’s head. Lightly mark the halfway point on ribbon. Working from center, adhere two daisies on either side.

April 28th, 2009 |

Napkin of the Week: White!

This week, I thought I should focus on the most common and readily available napkin – the crisp, white napkin.  Used for centuries, a white napkin has graced many dinner tables – both casual and formal.  You can fold it different ways, tie it with different ribbons, even lay a seasonal bloom gently on [...]

April 21st, 2009 |

Napkin of the Week: Roll it up!

Simple and sophisticated, this rolled napkin will make a stunning companion to any placesetting.

You can accessorize your napkin roll with a ribbon tie, a napkin ring, or even a piece of twine with a placecard attached to it.

Perfect for a luncheon, bridal shower, or special dinner [...]

April 14th, 2009 |

Napkin of the Week: Tied with a Flower

I love, love, love this week’s Napkin of the Week.  Found in one of my favorite party planning books, Napkins with a Twist, this napkin would bring springtime cheer to any table.  You could really adapt this idea to any color palette or use different types of flowers.  I think this particular combination is [...]

April 7th, 2009 |

Napkin of the Week: Hop to it

I thought I would give you one more bunny-inspired napkin before Easter is upon us…..

This happy-faced bunny napkin is sure to be a charming companion to your Easter-theme party.  You need napkins, jelly beans, and licorice strings – these come together quickly (you know how fast bunnies multiple!) so they are great [...]

April 1st, 2009 |

Easter: Coming up Daisies

Easter is the start of the Spring/Summer event season.  Bridal showers, baby showers, birthday parties, graduations, Mother’s Day…..so many parties, so little time!

Since we are now officially in the month of April, it’s time to start thinking about Easter.  What are your plans?  A family brunch, an Easter egg hunt for the kids, a traditional Easter [...]

March 31st, 2009 |

Napkin of the Week: Modern Bunny Ears

With Easter quickly approaching, I thought it would be appropriate to show the first (of a few!) napkin ideas for your Easter celebration.  By using a bright colored napkin, these bunny ears energize any modern table!

Instructions

Step 1

Take a solid-colored square napkin, and starch it for optimal workability. Thinner napkins work [...]

March 30th, 2009 |

Crazy Lady Birthday Lunch

One of the biggest trends for Spring 2009 is “Crazy Lady Chic” – full of patterns, florals and every color of the rainbow – this trend can be a colorful inspiration for both fashion and parties this season.

A couple of easy ideas for food: ladies like to eat light, especially at lunch time.  So [...]

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