June 20th, 2012 |
Once school is out, I become obsessed with finding ideas to keep my kids busy and entertained. A summer picnic is just the ticket! And I’m not one for a simple blanket and bag of food……
Using picnic themed printables from WHHostess, we created an adorable yet quick and easy picnic using plain packaging materials. Glass water [...]
May 11th, 2011 |
I was perusing some of my favorite websites last night for some inspiration for an upcoming client’s party. In looking for “shabby chic” centerpiece ideas, I stumbled across a sweet, playful wedding on Project Wedding. These centerpieces totally spoke to me….I love the use of casual, colored glass, simple blooms and most importantly, the [...]
May 9th, 2011 |
With Summer quickly approaching we are already busy planning summer events! I thought I would show off a couple of my favorite new collections from WH Hostess, perfect for that summer soiree you are planning!
Nautical themed parties are by far one of our most-requested – and although we still love our very-popular nautical stripe invitation, we [...]
March 30th, 2011 |
How in love with these images are you?! I sure am! I’ve been swooning over this centerpiece idea for a while now….and I now have the perfect place to use it! In my free time {which doesn’t really seem to exist anymore!}, I have been planning my younger sister’s bridal shower…in Napa Valley! Say [...]
August 26th, 2010 |
The late summer farmer’s markets are full of amazing berries and fruits….and it has me craving some good old-fashioned tarts and pies. I love the idea of individual desserts – perfect for any type of party, and serving is simple and mess-free. I have my eye on these darling mini [...]
August 25th, 2010 |
I’m loving the simplicity of this centerpiece/decoration idea from Sunset Magazine. By re-purposing a bird bath, or an upside down terracotta pot, you can create a soft glow for your late-summer parties with a few floating candles. Genius!
August 10th, 2010 |
This summer-y watermelon cocktail from Sunset Magazine sounds just delicious! So simple, yet so festive…..here’s the how-to:
Whirl chunks of watermelon in a food processor until blended, then strain. Rub the rim of a martini glass with a cut lemon wedge, then dip rim in a shallow plate of sugar. Pour 3 tbsp. watermelon juice, 2 tbsp. [...]
July 21st, 2010 |
We’ve been having quite the heat wave here in Chicago this summer! The heat has me craving decor that SCREAMS summer, and now that the fourth of july and my birthday are over, my house needs a little summer update to get me thru until fall.
I’ve scoured the web for [...]
June 17th, 2010 |
When I think of summer, I think of two words: burgers and BBQ’s! It’s time to up the ante a bit from the traditional bbq fare and wow your friends and family with a “burger bash!”
Invite your guests with this darling BBQ invitation from Minted. It sets a color palette [...]
June 2nd, 2010 |
I’m so excited to share the newest party from WH Hostess with you today! A modern garden party dessert table was created in celebration of Maggie’s 30th birthday. The invitation set the color palette for the party – bright orange, hot pink, yellow and grass green looked looked charming paired together.
The main [...]
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