“Inspire Me” Holiday Entertaining Contest Finalists – VOTE for Your Favorite!
categories: christmas, holiday ideas, new year's eve
First things first – I’d like to sincerely thank every single person that entered the Inspire Me! Holiday Entertaining Contest or passed the word on to friends and family – your efforts are truly appreciated!
Narrowing the entries down proved to be extremely difficult, so thank goodness for the talented & creative minds that graciously signed on to help with the process: Robyn Bomar from Mix Mingle Glow, Amy Belle Isle from Stem Parties, and Jen Berson from Jeneration PR. The 10 finalists are based on which entries had the most overlap from amongst the judges – but I’ll also be featuring the individual lists soon so that you can see who everyone picked…as there was definitely a great mix in the overall group!
For now, though – let’s focus on just the TOP 10 FINALISTS, which are listed below in no particular order.You can vote for YOUR favorites at the bottom of this post! (More details on the entries be found over in the flickr gallery)
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Girls Night Cocoa Party
Submitted by: TDL (Rexburg, ID)
Judges’ comments included: “Really cute party and wonderful DIY invitation. Looks like a fun party!” / “Love the or concept, details, invitations, adorable chocolate dipped marshmallows, and favors.”
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Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Submitted by: Erin Godbey (Greenville, SC)
Judges’ comments included: “I just adore these place card favors. I love that they are so unique and go so perfectly with the retro feel of the entire table. Very well done!” / “love this idea!”
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Whimsical Christmas Party
by: Kendall Shiffler (Dallas, TX)
Judges’ comments included: “cute & colorful” / “creative & affordable” / “true HWTM vibe” / “I’d love to sit at this table – looks like a fun party! ”
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Swanky Snowflake Soiree
Submitted by: Celeste B. (Portland, OR)
Judges’ comments included: “Love this party b/c it’s simple and elegant.” / “Amazingly simple idea to use scrapbook stickers for glass “identifiers”! Why didn’t I think of that??”
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“Time to Party” New Year’s Eve Bash
Submitted by: Tammy Mitchell (Southern California)
Judges’ comments included: “…the clock invitation is just a fantastic idea!” / “makes a fabulous statement” / “bold and elegant – just like New Year’s Eve should be!”
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“Joy” Digital Inspiration Board
Submitted by: gardenpartynyc (New York, NY)
Judges’ comments included: “festive and fun with a great use of color” / “I feel happy just looking at this – it makes me want to bring the concept to life!” / and “love all the reindeer elements – especially those adorable cookies!”
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Modern Chanukah Tablescape
Submitted by: Laura Gross (Milwaukee, WI)
Judges’ comments included: “…I think her novel version of a menorah is not only beautiful and sleek, but just all around fabulous and so creative!” / “a wonderfully modern take on a Chanukah table”
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Naughty or Nice Holiday Party
Submitted by: Chris Nease (Raleigh, NC)
Judges’ comments included: “…clever theme for a Holiday party. Love the idea of keeping everything from food & drinks to decor in two distinct categories.” / “Witty and so much fun, with impressive attention to detail”
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Festive Red Cocktail Party
Submitted by: head of the table (St. Louis, MO)
Judges’ comments included: “I LOVE this party.” / “Great DIY treat favors!” / “The white feathers and metallic ornaments give this party a fun, swanky vibe…like being at a cool bar, only without the $15 martinis.”
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Gingerbread House Decorating Party
Submitted by: moggiegreen
Judges’ comments included: “Creative place settings!” / “LOVE the set up for each guest (prefilled pastry bag, cookie cutter place cards, individual pieces for different types of houses(!), and cake board ‘plates’.”/ “The cookie cutter place cards are genius!”
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And now… it’s up to YOU to decide which entries will win the 3 Inspire Me! Contest Prizes – generously sponsored by VIVA® Diva Café and worth over $2500 total! You can select up to 3 favorites below.

HOW TO VOTE:
Post a comment here telling us which entries are your favorite (you can mention up to 3).
Please use or include the corresponding letter to the left of the entry titles below.
A. Girls’ Night Cocoa Party
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
D. Swanky Snowflake Soiree
E. Time To Party New Year’s Eve Bash
F. “Joy” Inspiration Board
G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape
H. Naughty or Nice Cocktail Party
I. Festive Red Cocktail Party
J. Gingerbread House Decorating Party
Voting closes Friday, December 19th at 11:59pm PST. Winners will be announced Monday, December 23rd. Thanks so much for participating!
UPDATE: 12/20:
Contest voting is now closed. You can still leave comments on the finalists here, but votes cast later than midnight December 19th won’t be included in the final tally. Check back Monday for the winners!
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Wow, they are all so creative. I love A. Cocoa Party, D. Swanky Snowflake and I Festive Red. I love the way the ornaments appear to be just floating in the air in the Festive Red decorations. They are all beautiful.
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:55 am -
I love the:
A. Girls Night Cocoa Party
There were so many great entries! Thanks for the ideas!-Sarah from Create
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:58 am
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A – Cocoa Party & C – Whimsical Christmas Party are my favorites! They looks fun and laid back during the stressful holiday season!
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:16 am -
naughty and nice – great theme!
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:17 am -
B. the retro Christmas favor is so unique and I love that its retro and miniature!
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:42 am -
I LOVE the G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape. You rarley see such modern and unique chanukah themes. It is gorgeous, sophisticated and festive all at the same time.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:43 am -
C, D, J
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:51 am -
I like Whimsical Christmas! Simple inspiration with stuff you already have!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:08 am -
So hard to choose just one! But if I must–my vote goes to I, the Festive Red party. So classic and clean looking! Love it!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:13 am -
I love H. Naughty or Nice Cocktail Party
What a great idea!They were all beautifully put together though – well done!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:21 am -
A and G are my favorites, but they’re all so festive!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:23 am -
A, F, J…I need to have a party now! Love these ideas! Thanks!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:24 am -
A, C, and G have my votes!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:24 am
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G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:26 am -
Loved C. Whimsical Christmas Party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:26 am -
Very beautifully done!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:28 am -
G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape – elegant update on a longtime tradition.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:29 am -
I like Whimsical Christmas Party “C”.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:30 am -
I go for H naughty or nice-sounds like a fun time to me!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:31 am -
I like the Chaunakah table setting, very sleek and stylish.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:32 am -
C. Whimsical Christmas is sparkly, cheerful and colorful. That is my vote.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:33 am -
My favorite is the Whimsical Christmas. Entry C. Beautiful!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:33 am -
G has a very lovely setting. They all are nice, but G has my vote
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:34 am -
G is my favorite. I love the sleek and modern look!.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:34 am -
B – Retro Christmas Placecard Favor! It’s definitely the most creative!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:34 am -
Hands down, has to be H. Love it. I would love to attend a party like this.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:40 am -
I think G is the most elegant and creative. It has my vote 100%. Good luck to all of the contestants.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:42 am -
I love H , the Naughty or Nice theme was unique and fun! What a great idea, I may have to borrow this
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:46 am
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Kendall – I’d love to be at your party, girlfriend! You are good. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:47 am
Suzanne Robertson (Mom’s friend in Dallas) -
I’m voting for C
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:48 am -
Well, I’m a little biased, but I’m going to go ahead and vote for myself anyways – B! Retro Christmas Favor/Placecard!
Jen, thanks SO MUCH for all your hard work with this. I certainly have some stiff competition! I just submitted via email 2 additional photos for the gallery… I didn’t realize that multiple shots of the same entry would be helpful. If you decide to include them, fantastic.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:49 am -
I love Naughty and Nice!!! That was a great idea
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:51 am
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D,G and H are wonderful!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:54 am -
Cocoa party is my favorite.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:55 am
Time to Party is a close second. -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:58 am -
A, B and I are my favorites! So classic and well thought-out.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:59 am -
I’m digging the Whimsical. C
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:59 am -
They are all so cute!! My favs were
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:02 am
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
I. Festive Red Cocktail Party -
H. Naughty or Nice by Chris Nease
my favorite part was the writing on the wall!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:02 am
if I had to pick a second favorite, it would be J Gingerbread Decorating Party by moggiegreen. -
The Gingerbread House Decorating Party, J, is my favorite. What great idea for a party! All the ideas are fun and cute, yet totally doable on a reasonable budget! I also like the Girls’ Night Cocoa Party, A for many of the same reasons.
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:06 am -
A. Girls’ Night Cocoa Party. I am totally doing this party next year!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:08 am -
I LOVE Whimsical Christmas! CUTE! FUN! AND CREATIVE Iin addtion to being very cost effective!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:09 am -
I vote for C – Whimsical Christmas Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:10 am
GOOD LUCK -
C is by far the most creative. I will try to duplicate it for my Christmas party! I love it
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:10 am -
I like C – We all want to be a little “whimsical” these days!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:11 am -
C – Whimsical Christmas has my vote! Love love love the wrapping paper on the table and the classy cocktails….
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:14 am -
I like H- Naughty or Nice Cocktail Party and J- Gingerbread House Party, both fun, cute ideas!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:20 am -
A, G and I were my favorite three!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:24 am -
I love H – Naughty or Nice – especially since that describes me! The others were very good, too, but my vote goes to H. Love it!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:25 am -
I Vote for B, love the retro!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:31 am -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:31 am -
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Dec 18, 2008 at 7:33 am -
i can’t get enough of the sweet little B the”Retro Christmas Favor”
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:33 am
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C…. super cute idea
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:40 am
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Love H–Naughty or Nice–!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:40 am -
Loved Whimsical Christmas-C
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:41 am -
I like the Retro Christmas!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:43 am -
I like Whimsical Christmas party. It looks like a fun party
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:44 am -
I love this one its so unique!
Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:45 am
Submitted by: Erin Godbey (Greenville, SC) -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:45 am -
I like C
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:46 am
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My vote goes to I. Festive Red Cocktail Party. Great ideas!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:47 am -
C
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:49 am -
I really like I. Festive Red Cocktail Party.
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:51 am -
B – Retro Christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:51 am -
I love:
I. Festive Red Cocktail Party
Looks amazing!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:52 am -
B. Retro Christmas Favor/ Place card
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:53 am
love it! -
I. would be my favorite as the hanging red ornaments add the perfect touch for the festive red cocktail party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:54 am -
I love the whimsical. Just the right touch of fun in these challenging times.
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:54 am -
I VOTE FOR “D”! LOVE THE SPARKLIES!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:54 am
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Naughty or Nice was the best!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:57 am -
B definitely!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:58 am -
The “Whimsical Christmas” is my favorite for the Christmas season and the “Time To Party” is clever for New Years. So my #1 choice is C and my #2 choice is E. Good Luck Contestants!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:58 am -
B-Retro!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:58 am -
I is my favorite!!! Very CLEVER!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:00 am -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card rocks my world.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:00 am -
i love B for the awesome retro dear and also D for the glowing bobbles and the blue and white. hmmm they are both blue and white….guess i just love that combo!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:00 am -
I love cocoa party “A”!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:01 am -
Very innovative and sleek. It really pulls you in to the table!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:02 am -
B. Retro Christmas Favor/Place Card. Hands down. It’s the Christmas party I would want to attend the most!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:02 am -
awesome entries! my fav is B – retro christmas placecard favor.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:05 am -
This is a tough one. They’re all so good!!! But if I have to choose, I’m going with B.– Retro Christmas Favor. Congrats to all and a Merry Christmas!
Cheers.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:06 am -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:07 am -
D. Swanky Snowflake Soiree has my vote!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:08 am -
I LOVE entry “C”! The setting is beautiful and incredibly creative. It’s a spectacular embodiment of holiday joy!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:08 am -
I love love the Naughty or Nice.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:09 am -
C is my favorite, fun, relaxed.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:10 am -
Gotta go with Whimsical “C”!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:12 am -
B!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:12 am
it’s kinda kitchz without being tacky.
i adore it. -
Love the Whimsical – C gets my vote
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:12 am -
My pick is G, Chaunakah table setting. It’s really unique and everything ties together so seamlessly. I’m even thinking of becoming Jewish!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:13 am -
Whimsical Christmas hands down! Easy and so simple.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:17 am -
C is my top choice, but then I’m a sucker for red and green at Christmas time.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:17 am
E gets my next vote with such a classy look I can’t not love it. -
A, D, and G are great!
G has to be my favorite! So simple but classy and elegant!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:17 am -
I love A- What a cute idea. G also appealed to my senses-very pretty and clean.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:17 am -
B! So cute!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:18 am -
I loved C…What a merry table!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:19 am -
B is my favorite- retro Christmas favor/place card. I love that it is so easy the kids can help and that it serves double duty.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:19 am -
B – Retro Christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:19 am
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Absolutely – I love H….Naughty or Nice. What a creative concept for a party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:21 am -
Wonderful Holiday Party Inspiration! How do you even pick 3! Ugh! I would just vote for all 10 if I could! Clearly there are a ton of hard working party inspired individuals out there!
D, G, I
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:21 am -
My vote is for “I”Festive Red Cocktail Party! Very Classic, Love it!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:24 am -
I love C – whimsical all the way – it jus gets me in the christmas spirit.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:24 am -
G (Modern Chanukah) is definitely my favorite — simple and classic.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:25 am -
I vote for B, retro Christmas!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:26 am -
C is adorable, I could have a holiday party at that table any day!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:27 am -
I’m torn between E (Time to party) and G (modern Channuckah). I think those two are the most cohesive parties and very pretty without being over the top.
Overall, great parties. Wouldn’t mind being invited to any of them.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:27 am -
Wow D is my favorite! Very swanky and cocktail parties are always fun.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:27 am -
Voting A
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:30 am
LOVE the Girls Night Cocoa Party, the colors a fabulous! -
My favorite is C. Whimsical Christmas. It’s soo cute and festive!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:31 am -
I loved C. Whimsical Christmas Party, very inspiring, Ill try to use the idea for my own party. Thank you Kendall.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:31 am -
Retro Christmas! very unique
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:31 am
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Love the Festive Red Cocktail party-I’m voting for I.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:34 am -
I vote for D-Swanky Snowflake Soiree! I love the DIY vases and the drink menu with signature drinks!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:38 am -
I love B! Very cute.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:40 am -
New years Eve party is gorgeous – E
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:41 am
Cocoa party looks fabulous – A
Chanakah party is unique and inspirational – G -
C
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:42 am -
I LOVE I! Red – what a simple theme that led to such creative decor, all the treats look fantastic!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:44 am -
B !! love the adorable little retro favors – so cute!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:45 am -
I love them! So many fun ideas. My 3 favorites are a, c & g.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:48 am -
I might be a little biased…but I’ve got to throw in a vote for E-Time to Party!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:49 am
Thanks for choosing me I feel honored to be on the list with all these talented party people!!
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A,G and H, but G is my favorite. So simple but so much sparkle!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:50 am -
B – Retro Christmas. My favorite.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:54 am -
Swanky Snowflake Soiree is the most Amazing and Beautiful idea I have ever seen!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:56 am -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:56 am -
E- Love the black and white, and the clock invitations
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:57 am
C- very fun -
I vote for H-Naughty or Nice
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:58 am -
E, absolutely. Such a clever idea for a New Years party.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:58 am -
i love D!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:58 am -
I. Festive Red Cocktail Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:00 am -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:00 am
Beautiful setting. Very colorful. Well done. -
C – looks practical and fun…sign me up for a ‘classy cocktail”
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:00 am -
I love the Whimsical Christmas!! It has the colors of Christmas I love!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:01 am -
Beuatiful and colorful.
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:02 am -
C -Whimsical Christmas, most definitely.
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:03 am -
D has my vote, its festive, elegant, and it captures the essence of the holiday mood!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:04 am -
I love E – the New Year’s Bash.
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:05 am -
I vote for I – Festive Red
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:05 am -
My faves are A and D!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:06 am -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
D. Swanky Snowflake SoireeIn that order.
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:08 am -
party C is FUN! and colorful and looks youthful
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:08 am
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My vote is for the Naughty or Nice Party. All the colors and texures are eye catching and fabulous. The theme is fun and unique and it has a fun holiday New Orleans, lets party feel to it. The theme just makes you want to celebrate. Lots of nice details! Great Job!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:10 am -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:11 am -
I liked A. Girl’s NIght Cocoa Party… it seems totally fun!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:11 am -
I loved C. Whimsical Christmas Party! It was so colorful and festive, it would be a wonderful party to attend!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:13 am -
I love “A – Girls’ Night Cocoa Party!”
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:14 am -
I vote “C”
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:18 am -
They are all so beautiful. That would have been so hard to narrow down, such talented hostesses. I vote for A, so beautiful and creative.
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:19 am -
I’m gonna have to say B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:20 am -
I’ll have to pick:
A, G, and then JSo many cute ideas!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:20 am -
Great work all around, but my fave is D. Swanky Snowflake Soiree. Its a party I would like to be invited to!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:20 am -
A- Girls Night Cocoa Party!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:21 am -
Love C, E, & H!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:22 am -
A. Love it!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:22 am -
A: I love that girl’s cocoa night, it’s so creative! Especially because it’s centered around a sober party, which is harder to find…
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:24 am -
C. Whimsical Xmas !! woot woot!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:26 am -
Girls Night Cocoa Party gets my vote definately! Looks like fun and so delicious.
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:27 am -
I like C! It looks like a fun party to be at an sort of captures the spirit of Dr. Seuss
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:27 am -
C Whimsical Christmas ROCKS!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:27 am -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:28 am
love, love, love! -
My favorite is c
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:28 am -
Looks cute – fun!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:30 am -
C – Whimsical Christmas – so cute!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:31 am -
I vote C – looks cute and fun!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:34 am -
C
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:34 am -
I love A. the Cocoa Party…. SOOOO cute!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:34 am -
so pretty!
my faves, in this order:
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:35 am
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B
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C and H!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:35 am
Great ideas! -
B. Retro.
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:35 am -
a- Girls Night Cocoa Party…wish I could have been there. Sounds really fun!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:36 am -
Wow… I’m feeling inspired to throw a second Christmas party. I love them all, but am going to vote for I – Festive Red!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:37 am -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:38 am
I wish had seen this before hosting my holiday parties. Great job Kendall! -
My vote is for A!!! Definitely a byu-ish party
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:38 am
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I would like to vote for C I realy like it.
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:39 am -
C WHIMSICAL CHRISTMAS PARTY
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:43 am -
C & H
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:43 am
Both so cute!
Love the budget-friendliness of C
Love the unique idea of H— everyone gets to choose a personality for the night! -
Whimsical Christmas has me super excited about christmas parties…
omg, without a doubt, C !!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:44 am -
B–Retro Christmas–reminds me of Grandma’s house!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:44 am -
C is my favorite – What a wonderful whimsical wonderland! Now the question is…What to Wear?
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:47 am -
My vote is for ‘Girls Night Cocoa Party’!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:51 am -
I love letter A. The cocoa party sounds fun and different. There is always cocktail and dinner parties but a cocoa party is different and who doesn’t LovE Chocolate????!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:51 am -
Hey are all so nice, but my Faves are A The COCO party Love it. D, what acute idea love the White and Snow felt like Christmas. and last, H, who doesn’t like to be bad in a good way. Great jobs all of you.
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:53 am -
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Dec 18, 2008 at 9:55 am -
D. Swanky Snowflake – it is gorgeously elegant, very doable and so romantic.
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:55 am
A. Girls Cocoa – Love the idea and the details are well done.
G. Gingerbread House – I agree that the individually packaged set up is perfect. What fun for adults.
I loved all the parties but these are the ones I could see myself having. -
A. Girls’ Night Cocoa Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:56 am
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H. Naughty or Nice Cocktail Party
Both are fun party ideas, I wish I could go! -
I absolutely LOVE entry C. I can actually afford those items!! Design looks AMAZING!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:57 am -
A – A – A – A – A – A – A – A!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:01 am
That looks like one great party!
Cocoa is so fun. -
I vote for C – whimsical christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:01 am -
I love entry A – Cocoa Party. What cute ideas!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:02 am -
I vote for D the “Swanky Snowflake Soiree.” Anybody with class will do the same.
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:03 am -
I love C. Whimsical Christmas Party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:05 am -
Naughty or Nice, so cute!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:07 am -
I think the Naughty or Nice cocktail party is by far the best!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:07 am -
I vote letter I – Festive Red!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:07 am -
My vote is I. I absolutley love Festival Red Cocktail Party! The details are perfect…
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:08 am -
A. Girls Night Coco Party
D. Swanky Snowflake Soiree
G. Modern Chanukah TablescapeBravo to all the finalist, they were all very creative in my book……….
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:08 am -
I love J, A and D!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:09 am -
Girls Night Cocoa Party is my favorite!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:10 am -
I love E – Time to Party! It has my vote!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:10 am -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
I think the retro-Christmas theme is super cool! The decor of a party really sets the mood, and while many holiday parties can come off as stuffy and ostentatious, this ‘whimsical’ style would really put the guests into party-mode! Fun! Fun! Fun!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:10 am -
A- COCOA PARTY
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:10 am -
Girls Night Cocoa Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:14 am -
I love A- the hot cocoa girls night out!! what a great way to get together, unwind, and have fun with your girlfriends!! Great job girls!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:14 am -
I love all the colors used in the Whimsical Christmas! Ya, my vote is for C, Whimsical Christmas.
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:14 am -
Definitely A. Girls night Cocoa party
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:15 am -
I love C. Whimsical Christmas…So cute!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:15 am -
I love Chocolate! Voting for Cocoa Party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:17 am -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Because it makes me feel like a child and that’s what Christmas is supossed to be
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:17 am
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C. Whimsical Christmas Party – Very Festive
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:17 am -
I think A would be fun, and cocoa is always the best when its cold!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:17 am -
Loved the B. Retro Christmas favor / place card.
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:18 am -
C – Whimsical Christmas would definitely be the party I would want to go to this Christmas!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:18 am -
It was a close tie for me between the cocoa party and the retro Christmas, but after all, I cast my vote for the Girls night-Cocoa party.
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:19 am
Way to go ladies! -
B-Retro Christams, very cute!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:21 am -
C looks very cute and fun – bright and colorful! G is a great take on classy Chanukah party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:21 am -
All of them are lovely, but my favorites are:
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:22 am
C – Whimsical, I – Festive Red, and B- Retro. I want to go to those parties! -
Retro Christmas, hands down!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:23 am -
C-Whimsical Christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:25 am -
I vote for Girls Night Cocoa Party! I wish I was there!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:26 am -
C – Whimsical Christmas. For shizzle.
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:26 am -
Definitely A!!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:27 am -
A – Cocoa Party would have to be my favorite. I love hot chocolate and the idea of having a party all about cocoa. Great ideas, it looks like too much fun.
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:29 am -
A. The dark nights in Alaska seem soooo long. Girls Night Cocoa Party seems just right to brighten up our evening!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:33 am -
I love C &H – naughty or Nice, I love that theme – so well done! Love the whimsy too!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:34 am -
E has my vote. It’s time to party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:36 am -
I vote for C – Whimsical Christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:37 am
Great idea that isn’t too expensive! -
I vote for me, I vote for D!
These are really gorgeous parties! Thanks for the fun!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:38 am -
definitely B – retro christmas!!! go erin!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:39 am -
C – Whimsical Christmas.
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:41 am -
Girls Night Cocoa Party! SO cute!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:42 am -
Wow, I can see how hard it is to choose one winner. Amazing talent . My favorite is the Cocoa party, next comes the Red Festive party, and then the Swanky Snowflake. I like how all these parties carried the theme throughout with elegant details.
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:44 am -
I choose A: The Girl’s Night Cocoa Party, way cute!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:44 am -
So hard to chose!
My top 3 are:
J
E
A
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:45 am -
I vote for Retro Christmas!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:49 am -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card – If I had invitations to all of these parties and had to pick, it be the retro party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:50 am -
I vote for C. Very creative.
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:52 am -
I really like the Girls Night Out Cocoa Party. I’t cute and fun and something I could really see me doing!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:53 am -
I vote for B.
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:53 am -
Love the Cocoa Party. I am going for A because I love hot chocolate
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:54 am -
My favorite is A Cocoa Party! Love the idea
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:55 am -
I vote for B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card. So cute, and I wish I had seen it before having company over this week.
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:58 am -
Very hard to choose, but my favorite is D Swanky Snowflake Soiree!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:58 am -
C is definitely the best
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:58 am -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card is my fave!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:58 am -
C! C! C! I am going to the Whimsical party…
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:59 am -
C
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:01 am -
It is almost impossible for me to decide, I can not imagine what you all went through trying to narrow it down to 10.
My vote is for D, Swanky Snowflake Party.
This has been so inspiring!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:02 am -
here are my 3 favorites : B , D , J
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:02 am -
Loved the Cocoa Party idea, I might do it with my girlfriends AFTER the holidays!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:06 am -
C
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:06 am -
A, I, and J.
Great ideas!! Very clever entries from everyone!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:08 am -
B – Retro Christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:08 am -
They are all amazing!! But my vote is for Festive Red (I)…Not only is this party chic and creative, but it’s something that anyone can easily do at home and use for inspiration. Great job to all!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:08 am -
I vote for E & D!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:13 am -
In all honesty, if I go to a Christmas party this year and there isn’t a Retro Christmas Favor, I will probably try to drink the pain away with more egg nog than is healthy, crash my car, get arrested and spend Christmas in the county prison.
I love B.
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:14 am -
I love the Cocoa Party idea [A]! Beautifully done!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:16 am -
These are all all great! I particularly love A. the Cocoa Party and J. the Gingerbread house decorating party – both are really family friendly!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:18 am -
option c!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:22 am -
Loved Whimsical Christmas – great for kids and adults! Too cute!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:22 am -
I Love the girls night cocoa party!!!! The marshmallows are so cute and creative! A cute twist on an ice cream bar!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:22 am -
Wow, what amazing entries! I’m so honored to have been chosen!
I also will have to vote for myself, G. Modern Chanukah, but I am also LOVING -E. Time to Party so I’ll give my second vote to Tammy.
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:23 am -
Gimme all the “C” I can get
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:23 am -
I vote for C!! Sooo cute!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:23 am -
Definitely B. Retro Christmas!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:24 am -
Whimsical Christmas Party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:25 am -
I vote for A-Cocoa Party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:26 am -
My vote is definitely for I-festive red cocktail party, so fun and yet classy!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:27 am -
My vote is definitely for Naughty or Nice Cocktail Party (H). The wall decal really is an extra detail that most folks wouldn’t think of doing!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:27 am -
I love, love, love, the “Time to Party, New Years Eve Bash”. It is so elegant!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:28 am -
Time to Party – E
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:29 am
Cocoa Party – A
Whimsical Christmas – C -
The New Years Eve Time to Party get’s my vote!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:29 am -
I love a new year’s eve party and “Time to Party” is beautiful and festive!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:31 am -
“Time to Party, New Year’s Eve Bash”!!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:32 am -
“Time to Party’. I love New Year’s Eve and black and white is classic and timeless!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:33 am -
I love A, C, and H, but they are all great.
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:33 am -
A, the cocoa party!!! Hands down!! It’s so thorough…invitation, table decor, background home decor, and the celebrating of the first, magical snow fall!! I love it all!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:34 am -
I vote for Time to Party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:36 am -
I always love a New Year’s Eve party. I love Time to Party. Fun, fun, fun!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:37 am -
Time to Party! I love black and white.
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:39 am -
I am so doing the Time to Party for New Years Eve! I love it!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:40 am -
I love A the Cocoa Party. So fun and easy and could be used for any age or event. Nothing better during the Holidays than hot cocoa.
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:41 am -
I like E -it is very elegant. The black and white is striking.
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:42 am -
I vote E. Time To Party New Year’s Eve Bash. So cool!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:44 am -
A vote for E – Time To Party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:46 am -
I like B.
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:47 am -
1. B
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:48 am
2. B
3. B -
I vote E! Time To Party New Year’s Eve Bash–love it!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:48 am -
Even if B doesn’t win, I’m going to make those myself!
I vote for B
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:49 am -
Retro Christmas – B
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:50 am -
My top 2 picks in order:
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:51 am
A – Cocoa party
J – Gingerbread house decorating party
I love the cozy, homey feel both of these invoke! Very cute and clever. -
I love the little deer in Retro Christmas
B gets my vote
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:52 am -
I felt a little bad voting for my own but I feel better about it now that some of the other contestants have!
Thank you to everyone who votes for me! Also thank you for taking the time to notice that my setting is affordable and easy to recreate! I encourage everyone to use things they already have to make a fun table without spending too much money!
Go C! Whimsical Christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:54 am
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I love I
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:54 am -
I vote for D, but they are all great ideas!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:55 am -
C–cute and definitely whimsical.
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:57 am -
A. coca party looks the best.
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:57 am -
Loved A. Cocoa Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:59 am -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:01 pm -
I love I – Festive Red! Hands down the best!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:05 pm -
My vote is for A, loved it!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:06 pm -
My vote is for B, then A, then C.
They are all very creative and inspiring! Would love to be invited to any of them!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:09 pm -
A. Girls Night Cocoa Party. Looks fantastic!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:11 pm -
I vote A and H
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:15 pm -
A. Cocoa Party. Too cute!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:15 pm -
B- I loved the Retro Christmas! Really inventive and creative.
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:16 pm -
B – Retro Christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:19 pm -
B is absolutely gorgeous! It’s got my vote.
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:22 pm -
I love A– love the traditional red, green, and white –awesome decorations!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:24 pm -
I love love love the “E” Time to Party Invitations! I vote for “E”!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:25 pm -
I love “F” – it looks so fun!!
C and I are fabulous too.
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:30 pm -
They are ALL so creative! I vote for E, F, and J!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:31 pm -
G is amazing
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:32 pm -
I choose letter G
Yea for Chanukkah!!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:34 pm -
B
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:35 pm -
C
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:44 pm -
I vote for I- Festive Red …love the hanging ornaments!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:46 pm -
I really love the vintage look of B. I’m definitly going to use this idea!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:47 pm -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:49 pm -
I vote for B! The retro is the best!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:50 pm -
I vote for C
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:51 pm -
I loved D, G, and H. The Chanukah setting is pure genius, in the flurry of Christmas, this holiday often doesn’t get the same attention. And I’m so doing a Naughty/Nice theme for our Christmas party next year. http://www.dawnypoo.blogspot.com
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:52 pm -
I vote for C.
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:53 pm -
love the simple elegance of G.
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:56 pm -
Love A and D!!! Will use these ideas for my own holiday soirees!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:56 pm -
My vote is for C-Whimsical Christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:57 pm -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:58 pm -
I vote for A! Hot chocolate is like my favorite thing this time of year!
Dec 18, 2008 at 12:58 pm -
Wow! I vote C, I, and E. Although if I could vote for more, I’d vote for G also. It’s a great, beautiful idea.
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:00 pm -
A- Girls night Cocoa Party! Love it!
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:04 pm -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:04 pm
I love the little deer and the trees! -
G is my winner.
Very innovative and sleek. Its very elegant as well.
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:05 pm -
I choose letter D.
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:09 pm -
A, B, and I!
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:11 pm -
I vote for E, Time to Party!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:12 pm -
I love the Party C and A!
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:14 pm -
I loved A-Girls Night Cocoa Party!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:15 pm -
I vote for I – it looks so swanky and festive! I just LOVE it!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:17 pm -
A
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:18 pm -
Loved “C” the whimsical christmas. Colors were great and very affordable
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:19 pm -
A,C, and E! WONDERFUL job to everyone!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:21 pm -
I – Festive Red Cocktail party was my fovorite. I loved the feathers.
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:29 pm -
I love the cocoa party! It’ the perfect drink for winter! A is who I love! haha
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:30 pm -
I like C
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:34 pm -
Cocoa party ‘fo’ sho. What girl doesn’t like some form of cocoa? Also LOVE the swanky snowflake and naughty and nice. very cute.
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:35 pm -
Love them all! H,B and C.
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:37 pm -
I vote for A ! Terrific!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:37 pm -
I love B, the Retro Christmas Favor. The little deer reminds me of Bambi!
I’m also a fan of I, the Festive Red Cocktail Party. Red’s my favorite color!
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:38 pm -
Whimsical Christmas is awesome! It was very creative and affordable
C gets my vote all the way!!!!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:43 pm -
Thumbs up for the Cocoa Party!!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:46 pm -
there were so many fantastic ideas, this must have been so tough to narrow down. these were my top three picks for being fabulously thought out, simple to put together and just plain great!
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:49 pm
D. Swanky Snowflake Soiree
E. Time To Party New Year’s Eve Bash
I. Festive Red Cocktail Party -
“A” Girls’ Nite Cocoa Party, cute ideas
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:49 pm -
I vote for “Girls Night Cocoa Party.” Who says you can’t have fun while being sober – I’m sure there were many giglgles and good times had by all.
Dec 18, 2008 at 1:56 pm
Great Job ladies. -
G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:00 pm -
I-Festive Red Cocktail Party is my favorite.
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:02 pm -
I vote for I-Festive Red Cocktail Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:03 pm -
I vote for C-Whimsical Christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:07 pm -
H. Naughty or Nice Cocktail Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:08 pm -
A, E and H, too cute.
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:08 pm -
e is my fave then f and j. all great entries!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:09 pm -
What a fun table setting!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:11 pm -
Festive Red-very creative, fun-looks the all the ingredients for a great party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:13 pm -
I vote for the letter G and the name “Modern Chanukah Tablescape” .
What a fun table setting!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:14 pm -
A – Girl’s Night Cocoa Party. Can’t wait to have one at my house!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:15 pm -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:17 pm -
E- Time to party gets my vote!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:18 pm -
My top three is in order is G,G, and G
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:21 pm -
B. Retro Christmas/ place card
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:21 pm -
I’m all for G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape. I like the sleek look – very put together.
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:21 pm -
C is the coolest
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:23 pm -
I love A! They better win!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:23 pm -
I vote for I – Festive Red Cocktail Party – it’s great!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:25 pm -
A, it’s the best!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:25 pm -
I. Festive Red Cocktail Party!!! Utterly fabulous!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:25 pm -
A. Cocoa Party- I wouldn’t expect anything less. Way cute!!! Way to go Tiff, Dacia and Lynn!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:26 pm -
I vote for A. It sounded like a “HOT” party that I would love to be invited to. I appreciated it because it wasn’t “over the top” and the simplicity of the idea, invitation and planning looked appealing.
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:27 pm -
The Modern Chanukah one is awesome. Classic, winter inspired, and still warm.
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:31 pm -
C Whimsical Christmas is my favorite!!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:33 pm -
I am voting for J – I love the use of the prefilled bags – allows for everyone to create at one!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:38 pm -
J – It is brilliant – I can’t wait to try it myself!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:38 pm -
B – Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:45 pm -
G!!!! This is GREAT!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:50 pm
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Very Creative!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:50 pm -
Whimsical Christmas is a fabulous display of creative Christams cheer.
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:53 pm -
They are all great designs, but G definitely gets my vote! It has great simple elegance.
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:54 pm
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Whimsical Christmas without a doubt!
Classy, elegant and fun!
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:58 pm
WIthout a doubt want to be a guest at this party!
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E. Time to Party New years Eve
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:59 pm -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 2:59 pm -
I vote first for Festive Red Cocktail Party and 2nd for Swanky Snowflake Soiree
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:00 pm -
My vote “A”. Gotta luv a Girl’s Night Cocoa Party. Simple, clever, easily doable. Love the marshmellows and the take homes. Great Job!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:00 pm -
C. Whimsical Christmas. Feels cheerier than some of the other stuffier ones. Christmas should be fun and festive like C.
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:08 pm -
love C! Go Dallas, TX!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:10 pm -
I. Festive Red Cocktail Party–very sophisticated and elegant!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:14 pm -
I absolutely loved the Whimsical Christmas Party. It showed creativity and colors of the season, such pizaaaaz and so much fun. Done relatively inexpensively too. Many great entries.
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:14 pm -
I vote for I. Festive Red Cocktail Party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:14 pm -
I LOVE
G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape
Laura’s modern and sparkly presentation of a traditional message is a delight to the senses!
Yasher Koach!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:14 pm -
I – Festive Red Cocktail Party- colors are vibrant and exciting. Great look. Linda L
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:15 pm -
Cocoa party, ladies. Way cute idea. Loved it! What better way to get your friends together?
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:16 pm -
“I – Red Festive Coctail Party” color is vibrant and exciting. Great look. Linda L
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:18 pm -
“I- Red Festive Cocktail Party”color is vibrant and exciting. Great look. Linda L.
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:20 pm -
C – Whimsical Christmas is my vote!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:20 pm -
I love C!!! Whimsical it is! Can you come to my house to recreate it for some of my parties?
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:24 pm -
B is for me
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:27 pm -
H. Naughty or Nice Cocktail Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:30 pm
Definite style here girl! -
Whimsical Christmas — entry C!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:31 pm -
After looking through all of the entries, this is my absolute favorite! It looks elegant, and yet easy to create. This is the best of them all!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:34 pm -
Def. the whimsical party-C. I love how she cheap it was!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:36 pm -
B does it for me
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:39 pm -
I vote for B- retro Christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:41 pm -
C! I loved whimsical christmas!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:42 pm -
G is so original and refreshing!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:44 pm -
A. Girls’ Night Cocoa Party
G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape
H. Naughty or Nice Cocktail PartyNo wonder it was so hard for you to narrow it down!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:45 pm -
I vote for E, Time to Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:46 pm -
I vote for E, Time to Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:47 pm -
Woah. Who would have thought such an ancient holiday could be so modern and trendy? My vote is for G. Chanukah.
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:48 pm -
None are quite as elegant as G, it definitely gets my vote!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:49 pm -
G!!!!!!!!! IT IS TOTALLY AWSOME. really really original
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:49 pm -
I love F! The palette is exciting & unexpected. It sets the the fun, light tone we all need right now!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:51 pm -
I vote A! Wish I could have been there!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:53 pm -
Whimsical Christmas is my favorite. It is bright, happy and gives the impression this will be a fun party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:53 pm -
I vote for D!
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:55 pm -
Definitely “C” – Whimsical Christmas. What neat ideas.
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:55 pm -
“C” it is. Very creative.
Dec 18, 2008 at 3:57 pm -
B is definitely the best!
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:00 pm -
Gotta be B.
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:02 pm -
I love I. . Festive Red. I love seeing red at Xmas again, nostalgic but she made it fresh and exciting.
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:04 pm -
G- How original and cute- I love the stars!
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:05 pm -
B – it is so vintage.
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:05 pm -
B – Sooo sweet!
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:09 pm -
Well whimsical of course!
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:09 pm -
C. Whimsical Christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:15 pm
Great theme that was executed fabulously! -
I love B
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:19 pm -
OMG everyone did a great job. It was hard to pick one.. but thank goodness you said “pick you favorites” Here are mines (in order of preference first being my top pick) :
Modern Chanukah
Naughty or Nice
Swanky Snowflake
Girls’ Night
whimsical christmasOh dear I picked half the list. Good luck contestant. I wished I participated.
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:20 pm -
G– it is so awesome
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:24 pm -
I love A! What a great idea!
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:27 pm -
I love The Festive Red Cocktail Party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:29 pm -
I vote for B
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:30 pm -
I loved A. the Cocoa Party! Sharp, creative invitation and a fun reason to get together with friends.
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:30 pm -
I really think B is the nicest.
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:31 pm -
They are all great!!!! I’ve gotten so many great ideas. And my favorite 3 are: D, C, and A.
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:32 pm -
A is definitely the best, right up my alley!
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:32 pm -
I really like the Modern Chanukah set up! Very clean cut look to it with dark colors. Nothing is lost on the holiday, yet it gets rid of all the kitchy “extras” people add.
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:33 pm -
I vote for C—so festive and cute!
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:38 pm -
I vote for C!
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:38 pm -
I vote for Girl’s Night Cocoa Party. Great festive decor and favors. The theme speaks to warm, fuzzy feelings of friendship and lots of laughter.
Holidays bring this feeling out in all of us, moreso
with cocoa.Tita
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:38 pm -
i vote for “i”- red party
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:45 pm -
Deff. C. I think Kendall’s is great.
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:46 pm -
I love F – Joy. The colors are great and the cookies look yummy. The wrapping on the packages is so original – who wouldn’t want to open one.
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:48 pm -
I vote for H.
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:49 pm
Very cute and clever ideas
I wish I had been able to go to that party!!!! -
I am voting for the Whimsical Christmas Party — C
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:50 pm -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party – definitely the best
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:53 pm -
My vote goes for A. Girls’ Cocoa Party. What a fun idea!
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:55 pm -
C does it for me…………but .they are all great…….
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:55 pm -
H. Chris Nease’s Naughty or Nice–very fun and creative
Dec 18, 2008 at 4:58 pm -
I love the Cocoa Party. What a fun and creative Idea. This one gets my vote.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:00 pm -
What a lot of fun! I liked A,H,& J.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:02 pm -
I love B, Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card. During these tough economic times, this setting takes me back to happy, simple, carefree times. Great work, Erin!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:03 pm -
A coco party looks like a blast as long as I can attend rather than fighting the kids alone.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:06 pm
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G, Modern Chanukah. Well done!
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:09 pm -
F! I vote for F. It’s great.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:11 pm -
A is definitely my favorite!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:11 pm -
I love Joy! It has a great combination of wonderful Homespun Holiday as well as elements of City chi-chi fabulous – so suits all tastes.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:12 pm -
D – By far! I loooove the swanky snowflake soiree. It is classy, elegant, beautiful, creative, and TRES chic!
B – Also love the Retro Christmas – the place setting along makes it!
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:12 pm -
A a girls night cocoa party, there’s nothing like a hot cup of cocoa with friends over the holidays. What a great idea and looks like lots of fun.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:13 pm -
I like B, E, and H the best. They are all very well done, though, and it was hard to choose!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:14 pm -
C Whimsical Christmas
Kendall this party would be awesome to attend!
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:15 pm -
letter F!
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:15 pm -
I loved Girls Night Out Hot Chocolate.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:16 pm -
1) I am glad to see such diversity in this contest. With all the Christmas entries, I’m glad New Years and Hanukkah made it on the list.
2) My vote goes to G. Modern Hanukkah because it’s so original AND because she even voted for other contestants. Very sweet.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:20 pm -
I vote for J – my friends and children would love a party like that!
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:22 pm -
I love the favor for the Retro Christmas, B, and the fancy glass of D, but I pick I, the festive red cocktail party as my favorite.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:27 pm -
I like I – the red festive party.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:29 pm -
I really liked the creative side of B.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:29 pm -
B The milk glass in the background is lovely.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:37 pm -
My vote goes to B, retro Christmas.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:40 pm -
E: Time to party New Years eve bash
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:45 pm -
cocoa party rocks. many are cute, but that is my fave.
Dec 18, 2008 at 5:53 pm -
I vote for A–Cocoa Party! Loved the decorations and of course, yummy hot chocolate!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:03 pm -
H naughty and nice wins in my book!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:04 pm -
I’m going with I- Red Party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:05 pm -
G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape is the best one!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:06 pm -
“I” gets my vote. The red and silver is so fun!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:07 pm -
I love C. Its something I could actually do for a party of mine. I Love the others, however C and E are something that can be done with items around the house!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:12 pm -
all of them are such great ideas ,but my options would be : (A) Girls’ Night Cocoa Party,
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:13 pm
(C) Whimsical Christmas Party and (I) Festive Red Cocktail Party. -
G is defiantly the nicest and it would be nice for Wisconsin to finally win something….
Go bears!!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:15 pm -
I–Festive Red it rocked!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:15 pm -
G is the best!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:19 pm -
C. Whimsical Christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:20 pm -
Table G gets my vote.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:20 pm -
LOOOOVE C!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:21 pm -
1. J
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:23 pm
2, J
3, J -
So much inspiration and great ideas! My votes fo to C, D, and E
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:26 pm -
I really like the gingerbread party! It looks like a blast and what could be better than sugar.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:30 pm -
J please – all are beautiful and look like really fun parties to attend.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:34 pm -
B is my favorite, J a close second
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:36 pm -
I like J
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:44 pm -
I vote for B
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:44 pm -
C – Def. It’s fun and fresh while being simple and avoiding the over-the-top or tacky styles that are so easy to fall into with so much available.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:44 pm -
C, no doubt.
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:45 pm -
A most definitely!
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:52 pm -
G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape Wow!! Martha Stewart would be impressed
Dec 18, 2008 at 6:55 pm -
I vote for the Coco party. But for sure a Naughty Coco party would be a ball.
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:04 pm -
A. Girls’ Night Cocoa Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:05 pm
only way to go! -
I loved the Festive Red Cocktail Party by “Head of the Table” in St. Louis, MO
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:06 pm
Beautiful, cheerful ,and glamorous! Wow! -
Love the fEstive Red Cocktail party theme-how fun!! Letter I
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:06 pm -
I love (A.) Girls’ Night Cocoa Party – it’s such a clever concept and is beautifully presented.
Jenn – just a quick ? On the winner announcement date – you have it reading as Monday the 23rd, but Monday is actually the 22nd.
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:07 pm -
I definately vote for Festive Red Cocktail Party. Beautiful and fun!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:09 pm -
I vote for A
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:09 pm -
They’re all so fabulous but I REALLY love the Joy entry from gardenpartynyc. Spectacular!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:09 pm -
G fo sho… Keep it kosher.
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:10 pm -
Love the Naughty or Nice! (H)
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:11 pm -
J is definitely my favorite – I wish I could have been there!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:12 pm -
G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape – I’m not Jewish, but this table setting SO makes me want to celebrate Hanukkah!
A. Girls’ Night Cocoa Party – Looks like such a fun party I could see myself going to (or throwing!) with some of my best friends!
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card – Super cute! Off-beat, not traditional “Christmas”- but still evokes holiday spirit!
Love them all- good luck everyone & Happy Holidays!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:13 pm -
It has to be J!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:15 pm -
My vote is for H-Naughty or Nice. Love the lollipops, the feathers, and the “naughty” drinks and the “nice” drinks.
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:20 pm -
Some of the most ingenious decorating ideas I have ever seen. They were all very imaginative and beautiful. My favorite was the Whimsical Christmas Party. Lots of color and holiday spirit. Good job!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:28 pm -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:34 pm -
I — Festive Red
Love the stainless-steel look and the feathers!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:41 pm
Schwanky! -
Gingerbrea House Decorting Party – Totally fun & inviting atmosphere. I want to be there!
Swanky Snowflake – I’m a HUGE white & silver fan. Love the swanky feel. very classy
Girl’s Night – LOVE the theme! Will definitely try this one w/girlfriends! colorful, cozy & yummy take home gift.
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:45 pm -
Very definitely C–for bright colors.
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:45 pm -
G is my favorite! Love the colors and the idea!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:46 pm -
Really enjoy the originality shown in F — Joy — great color and placement. Unusual, and totally different!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:48 pm -
Only 1 vote for me! H – Naughty or Nice Cocktail Party. What a great idea!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:50 pm -
I choose G! I
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:56 pm -
E- love the elegance of the entry. simply beautiful!!!!!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 7:57 pm -
I like the Whimsical Christmas Party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:06 pm -
C or J – Great job everyone! They’re all so wonderful!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:07 pm -
It was just so hard to choose!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:08 pm
A. Girls’ Night Cocoa Party is by far my favorite!!
F. Joy and G. Modern Chahukah also look like fabulous parties!! -
i love the cocoa party. what a fun a different way to do a christmas party for the girls. too cute!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:20 pm -
What a creative submission from Erin! Love it!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:22 pm -
H. Naughty or Nice!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:22 pm -
I should have said…B!! That IS my choice.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:24 pm -
F. Joy
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:25 pm
Love the colors very festive! -
My favorites are A: Cocoa Party, C: Whimsical Christmas Party, and I: Festive Red Cocktail Party.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:26 pm -
C- Affordable and cute but still classy! I love the use of the wrapping paper!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:28 pm -
Retro Christmas is fabulous and really caught my attention (instantly) with the place cards. The look and feel is very different – something unexpected. It’s got my vote. Everyone else did a great job too!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:29 pm -
Loved it!! I vote for I-the festive cocktail party
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:29 pm -
Love, Love, Love the Festive Red Party(I), need those red plates!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:31 pm -
The are all so great, I see why you had a hard time choosing top 10…. My favorites though are : A. The cocoa party, and J. The Gingerbread Decorating. They look like such fun!!! Makes me want to throw a party.
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:34 pm -
Definitely C!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:34 pm -
I like the whimsical! C!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:35 pm -
C C C!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:38 pm -
C for me!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:39 pm -
B-Retro Christmas!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:45 pm -
C…way to go Kendall!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:46 pm -
Gotta go with B!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:47 pm -
I really like C. It’s kickin’!
Dec 18, 2008 at 8:48 pm -
I love these ideas!!! Definately the hostesses with the most talent here!! I vote for A~the cocoa party!! So my 3 are….a,a & a!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:05 pm -
f. modern, fun & festive! i love the reindeer cookies and those funky reindeer!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:12 pm -
I love Festive Red. LOVED the feathers it added sort of a trendy but chic decor. And it all looked clean with the nice ornaments and all. My second choice would be the snowflakes.
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:15 pm -
B – Retro Christmas
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:17 pm -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Overall, very intricate looking and funky!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:18 pm -
I vote for F, J, B
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:18 pm -
Joy-F
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:20 pm
I think this is a most excellent expression of JOY! I FEEL the joy when I look at the images! Good Job! -
Three cheers to – F
…loved the cookie plate !!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:26 pm
It feels like the autumn colors
swirled around
and
swooped down
into the winter blue.
Best wishes to you! -
Girl’s Night Cocoa Party is my pick. Cute invite.
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:27 pm -
Goodies look great. Girls Night Cocoa Party gets my vote.
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:34 pm -
I loved Whimsical Christmas! I love polka dots and it was just so cute!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:37 pm -
B – Retro Christmas has my vote. The use of the blue colors, the milk glass, and the reindeer on on top of the gift takes me back to when I was a child. Good job
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:42 pm
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Girls cocoa party is darling! Loved the chocolate dipped marshmallows and the party favors!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:44 pm -
LOVE the A. Girls’ Night Cocoa Party!!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:46 pm -
Oh, I love them ALL!!! However, my personal favorite (though it was VERY hard to choose) is
D. Swanky Snowflake Soiree
All of the people who entered did a great job though…seriously, what wonderful inspiration! Thank you, and of course, happy holidays!
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:47 pm
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I vote A–anything that brings my wife home that happy is worth voting for
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:49 pm -
I vote for C! Love the traditional feel with a bit of flair
Dec 18, 2008 at 9:54 pm
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A, D, and E.
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:06 pm
They are all amazing!!!! -
Love E – the black and white
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:07 pm
those clock invites are gorgeous -
Definitely “C”! Great job, Kendall – so creative!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:12 pm -
A all the way!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:13 pm -
I love ‘F’, they definitely thought outside the box so I was drawn to it. I love the colors and the creativity behind it.
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:15 pm -
I only have one vote!!!! And it’s for Tammy Mitchells E. “Time to Party”
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:24 pm -
F gets my vote. I love the concept of Joy. The colors are fun and the cookies look fantastic!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:39 pm -
I vote for A – the Chocolate Party!! Dacia YOU rock!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:57 pm -
E (Time to Party) gets my vote!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:59 pm -
A. A Girls Night Cocoa Party – wins my vote!!
Dec 18, 2008 at 10:59 pm -
Jingle Jingle – I vote for C, Whimsical Christmas! It makes me smile just looking at the festive and colorful pictures! I want to go to THAT party!
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:10 pm -
Love party C- Whimsical Christmas Party. I’m always a sucker for a green and red Christmas. Repetition of color and polka dots keeps the whole design exciting and fun without being too busy.
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:16 pm -
my vote is for “E”
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:17 pm -
Love the whimisical decor of C. My vote is for Kendall .
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:46 pm -
C for sure…. super cute idea
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:54 pm -
C is my favorite
Dec 18, 2008 at 11:57 pm -
The Cocoa Party one is the best!
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:01 am -
J, A, D (but I love them all!!)
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:21 am -
Hi, it’s my first time on your blog! Great ideas!!! My favorite is entry E “Time to Party”!
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:44 am -
I like B , Retro Christmas
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:53 am -
My vote goes for B first then F
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:09 am -
I Think that I would like to receive B at a party.
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:21 am -
I love them all. E was my favorite!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:22 am -
I vote for J.
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:49 am
I have been to a gingerbread party
most enjoyable. -
I like “C” Very original !
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:53 am -
I choose C – Whimsical Christmas
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:22 am -
There’s only one for me, and that has to be J as the winner!
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:36 am -
Another year, another great gingerbread party – my vote goes to J.
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:38 am -
A- It was so hard to choose but that is the party I would want to attend the most…
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:42 am -
Only one for me! I vote for J.
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:47 am -
C. Whimsical Christmas is my favorite. What a fun party this would be… Thanks for sharing the idea!
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:44 am -
I loved the Whimsical Christmas setting number C.
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:56 am -
J – Love the Gingerbread house party with the cookie cutter names.
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:25 am -
Definitely B, G, and A (in that order). Those deersies rock!
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:30 am -
“E” is my vote!
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:31 am -
I love hot chocolate and being with my friends. I can’t help but love the darling idea of a Cocoa Party. So very festive, it makes me want to join them. Way to go girls!
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:37 am -
I vote for J – the Gingerbread Decorating Party. What a great idea for enjoying the holiday season!
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:41 am -
My fave for me is ‘E’ – “Time to Party” love the whole black & white concept. Makes me want to get all dolled up and ring in 2009. Very Classic. I also think the ‘J’ – Gingerbread house party would be a FUN family night…..
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:41 am -
Soooo hard to choose just one, but I have to go with Swanky Snowflake!
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:46 am -
I like:
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:48 am
1. D–the Swanky soiree
2. B–retro themed -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card, I love it.
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:57 am -
G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape
Absolutely my favorite…
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:58 am -
C gets my vote!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:02 am -
A cocoa all the way
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:05 am -
Love “B’, so much more creative and totally affordable! Second pick would be “E”… very elegant and well executed!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:08 am -
F all the way – the joyousness is building within me.
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:14 am -
B all the way. Old things are new again with Retro Christmas!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:16 am -
B (Retro Christmas) is the best, by far.
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:17 am -
loved, loved, loved #G !!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:21 am
Laura really outdid herself with a wonderful Modern Chanukah Tablescape. I would lovev to dine on that table with family & friends. Laure whenever you feel like coming to Montreal, you are welcome, and bring your creativity as well … we’ll make a fun party ! -
I vote for e
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:22 am -
I vote for I. Festive Red Cocktail Party
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:27 am -
It’s gotta be B! love me some retro.
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:29 am -
I like I. Festive Red Cocktail Party the best
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:29 am -
I vote for the black and white new years eve party!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:29 am -
B – I would have to say was my top favorite but I also really liked Joy tons of lovely creative ideas from everyone
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:32 am -
I vote for “E”!! They are all lovely, by the way!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:35 am -
time to party e is my fav!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:38 am -
B- Retro Favor
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:38 am -
B- The Retro Favors
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:39 am -
I have to go with B
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:43 am -
F – Joy
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:44 am
bright colors by a brilliant woman! -
B- Retro Christmas
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:46 am -
A cocoa party sounds like fun. Could be a great idea for a childrens party.
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:46 am -
Time to Party – New Years Eve Bash is my favorite. Whimsical Christmas would be my second favorite. This was a hard vote…they all are displayed with such creativity.
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:47 am -
I LOVE the Swanky Snowflake party (D)! I imagine a warm gathering of friends for an elegant winter evening, beautiful!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:48 am -
I vote for I, Festive Red Party. Great ideas, decorating and food and drinks!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:48 am -
I Love the Cocoa Party. Nothing sounds better on a cold winter night than great company and warm chocolate! And how about those great invitations made with the Stampin’ Up! “Bigz Top Note Die.” Very cute. I vote for A
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:52 am -
JOY! Letter F; love the teeny disco ball ornaments
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:54 am -
J – Gingerbread Houses! Nice!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:01 am -
I LOVE the Joy inspiration board. Its very cute and colorful but its also practical and looks like something anyone could do. That’s why I love it, I’m planning to steal some ideas! Very original and chic!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:06 am -
I vote for A-Girls Night Cocoa Party! Awesome Idea, love it
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:08 am -
D, E and H are my favorites. They are all very imaginative and definitely all should be winners for investing all the time and effort in planning and executing such soirees!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:12 am -
C – Whimsical Christmas is the best…and affordable!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:15 am -
Whimsical Christmas Party – good luck Kendall!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:15 am -
I like F, the JOY Board–there’s so much happiness there, and fun ideas to incorporate into almost any holiday party!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:16 am -
C- it’s very creative, fun, and I could definitely do that!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:18 am
D- I love the snowflakes and it’s very classy. -
B – Retro Christmas has my vote.
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:24 am -
G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape gets my vote. Even among all these wonderful entries, this one stands out.
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:26 am -
All of these are great ideas. But because I have to pick one, I’ll pick Cocoa Party.
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:27 am -
G – Modern Chanukah Tablescape for sure…very hip, VERY funky!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:29 am -
I vote for J, the gingerbread party – a very good idea!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:32 am -
Loved ‘C’ the Whimsical Christmas’. Great job Kendall! Good Luck!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:34 am -
I loved G, the setting was elegant yet simple. Very beautiful!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:34 am -
Loved the Whimsical Christmas – It’s what I imagine Christmas dinner with the Jetson’s to be . . . . fun, light and breezy with Rosie to clean up afterwards! Can you wrap it up and put it under my Christmas tree for me?
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:34 am -
I vote for E, Time to Party
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:36 am -
I love “H” Naughty or Nice party! She did a great job!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:40 am -
Festive Red gets my vote!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:43 am -
I TOTALLY loved the Cocoa party! I will DEFINITELY do this one and a great party that EVERYONE could attend…even kids if you wanted to add a twist!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:45 am -
“E” rocks!! Very elegant…love the colors.
Pat
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:48 am -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:49 am -
Vote for Whimsical Christmas Holiday Party – Kendall
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:49 am -
C, C, & C
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:51 am
like Ann said above, “It’s kickin”! -
I. Festive Red Cockail Party is such a creative setting; very elegant!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:03 am -
C is my favorite!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:05 am -
I vote for Naughty & Nice. Very clever.
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:05 am -
I like G. THe Modern Chanukah Tablescape. I love the clean, sleek, graphic quality that sets it apart from the pack. It is truly unique.
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:10 am -
A. The comfort of a cup of cocoa pulls at my heartstrings. Well thought out party.
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:10 am -
A. I love this idea, I’m going to do it too.
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:17 am -
G. Modern Chanukah Tablescape is my ultimate favorite!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:17 am -
I vote for I. It’s so original and uncluttered. The red and silver colors are so contagious. I want more!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:25 am -
C: Whimisical Christmas. Super cute!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:27 am -
I – Festive Red Party
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:28 am -
My Favorite (hands down) is I- Festive Red. Too Cute!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:30 am -
I love F- JOY. The colors are beautiful and the ideas are so fun! I want to go to her party!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:33 am -
My favorite is C!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:34 am -
B – Retro Christmas!!!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:38 am -
I love letter F! It’s brilliant. Good luck to all the designers.
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:45 am -
I would like to vote for E please!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:48 am
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Love the black and white! E
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:52 am -
Girl’s Night Cocoa Party!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:52 am -
E and J are my favorites! Great job everyone!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:55 am -
New Year’s Eve bash E and Joy F look fun!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:59 am -
(A) Cocoa Party… GNO + chocolate (a woman’s best friend)= genius!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:04 am -
I vote for C–definitely the best!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:05 am -
I vote for E
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:05 am -
All these entries are fantastic! My favorites are B,D and I.
Happy Christmas everyone!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:09 am -
i like
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:13 am
B
J
they are all great! -
How fantastic! My vote is for:
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:16 am
A. Girl’s Night Cocoa Party -
I love C. Whimsical Christmas Party!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:17 am -
B Retro Christmas
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:19 am
. So cute! I love it! -
my vote is for c it just looks like fun!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:20 am -
C is the best one.
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:23 am -
Here’s my vote in the order of first…
E – Elegant & Bold…perfect start to the new year!
A – Who doesn’t love hot cocoa w/ the girls?!
G – An interactive party…great fun! I want in!Good luck everyone! Great fun looking & get inspired.
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:26 am -
Frankly, F Feels Freaky Fab!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:35 am -
Love “JOY” “F” – we are outdoor people and love the reindeer! Would also like a couple white choc dipped candy canes too!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:37 am -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party is inviting and very well done. Tough competition, but the best in my opinion!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:37 am -
B – Retro Christmas
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:38 am -
B – The retro miniature winter scene is rockin’.
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:39 am -
F. I’m feeling the JOY!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:39 am -
Naughty or Nice!! What a great idea. Enough of the sweet stuff, we need to let loose once in awhile!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:45 am -
My vote is for B
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:46 am -
I vote for C -Whimsical Christmas Party! Fun, lots of color, and adorable! Way to go Kendall.
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:47 am -
There’s no question that B is the party I’d like to attend!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:54 am -
Love “D” – what time does that party start?
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:56 am -
The Swanky snowflake! Love the glow! This contest was a great idea- please do more like this throughout the year!
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:00 am -
B
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:02 am -
I. Festive Red Cocktail Party is the best!
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:07 am -
“B” is by far my favorite, although all are so fun and creative!
It really reminds me of a party themed in honor of Christmas claymation movies. Go Retro!
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:13 am -
EVERYTHING is better with chocolate, including the Cocoa Party! The invitation, the tablescape, the dipped-marshmallow goodness, and the favors all make me want to sit by the fire with my friends and laugh until dawn!
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:15 am -
My vote goes to the Swanky Snowflake. I love how it is so classic and still fun. Plus, it is non-denominational which is often a plus and harder to pull off.
Congrats to everyone for putting together such wonderful inspiration boards from what look like 10 amazing events. I’m feeling so inspired!
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:20 am -
Letter A is just what I need right now.
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:23 am -
E, F, J
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:31 am -
C!! This one is wonderful!
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:31 am -
B, G, J
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:32 am -
E black and white
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:32 am -
I loved A… what a great idea for relaxing and unwinding with your favorite girlfriends… Great Job!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:44 am -
“C” it is. Just love the Green and Red tradition.
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:45 am -
I’d love to vote for:
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:47 am
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
D. Swanky Snowflake Soiree -
I love (A) Cocoa Party – TOTALLY CUTE
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:51 am -
F- Joy. It is sweet, energetic and can encompass people of all ages.
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:53 am -
I vote for F, it is sweet, energetic an can work for all ages.
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:56 am -
loved this contest…all are darling! Swanky Snowflake Soiree is my favorite…….
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:58 am -
A sounds so warm and cozy when its snowing out… what a great idea! I love it!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:59 am -
I would love to vote for the Girls night out Cocoa party! So cute!
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:59 am -
I’d like to vote for A.
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:59 am -
Loved D, A and B. Great ideas for next year!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:03 am -
I love the Whimsical Christmas (c). I appreciate the traditional holiday colors incorporated into a very modern style of shapes and clean negative space.
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:03 am -
D. Swanky Snowflake is my absolute favorite with A Girls’ Night Cocoa Party and I Festive Red Cocktail Party as close seconds.
Great ideas!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:04 am -
G, H and I.
All are awesome!
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:05 am -
Love C-Polka Dots get me every time!
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:07 am -
A – Looks warm & cozy when it’s so cold outside
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:08 am -
I like the
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:14 am
J. Gingerbread House Decorating Party
A. Girls’ Night Cocoa Party
I. Festive Red Cocktail Party -
All of these ideas are SO cute, but my favorite is C. Whimsical Christmas!
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:17 am -
J—- No one makes gingerbread houses anymore. It’s a tradition that should make a big come back. I remember when I was a kid my mother and I would make gingerbread houses for Xmas.
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:18 am -
and the winner is…….G
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:28 am -
I LOVE A and J. Such cute ideas!
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:28 am -
I’m all over “B” like syrup on a pancake!!! SO cute!
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:31 am -
They all are amazing and my brain is spinning with so many great ideas! But “I” is my very favorite…so festive and fabulous! “C” is also right up my style alley. And “A” is very original…I just hope they had some Bailey’s for those hot cocoas!
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:42 am -
J.
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:49 am -
I vote for B the retro christmas place card holder!! Fabulous!
Dec 19, 2008 at 11:51 am -
Time to party New Years Eve Bash!! Beautiful! Fun and Sophisticated!
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:15 pm -
E for me
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:15 pm -
E and F are fun!
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:16 pm -
F, E, J
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:18 pm -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:25 pm -
Love E. Who doesn’t love a New Years party!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:27 pm -
New Year’s Eve!! I can’t wait to go to that party!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:31 pm -
I love the cocoa party! I wish I had been invited…
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:32 pm -
I loved B.
It’s a fantastic idea and reminds me of a Christmas ornament I made in first grade.
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:35 pm -
J and E
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:37 pm -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:37 pm -
My favorite is E. So classic!
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:44 pm -
I think B is best and then G and J
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:47 pm -
C, F & B. I love their style and the colors are fabulous!
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:47 pm -
B – Retro Christmas Lovely!
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:48 pm -
I love A! Such a creative way to hang out with friends. J, is also another favorite.
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:50 pm -
J – So Cute!
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:51 pm
D – So Elegant! -
‘A’ would be my favorite, but they all look wonderful!
Dec 19, 2008 at 12:57 pm -
E- looks fun and sophisticated
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:01 pm -
E, F, J are my top 3
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:03 pm -
B I love retro.
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:04 pm -
I love Girls’ Night Cocoa Party. What a cute idea!
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:04 pm -
Naughty or Nice is cute. New Years is fun too.
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:06 pm
h,e -
A girls night cocoa party looks great!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:14 pm -
Lovin the Joy table F. The green and purple so fun! and New Years, E looks great.
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:16 pm -
I loved H-Naughty or Nice. Great attention to detail.
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:16 pm -
I really like the Girls’ Night Cocoa Party. That has my vote! We love hot chocolate!
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:17 pm -
E gets my vote – love it!
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:20 pm -
A. Cocoa party looked totally fun! Wish I could have gone!
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:20 pm -
I’ll go for C
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:28 pm -
I like C as well.
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:29 pm -
I vote for E! It really is time to party!!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:30 pm -
C – Whimsical Christmas
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:32 pm -
My vote is for H-Naughty or Nice. The theme is a great one.
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:32 pm -
I like E – Time to Party!
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:40 pm -
I chose A because it is something that anyone can do and it is affordable. CUTE!
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:47 pm -
j gingerbread
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:47 pm
e time to party -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:52 pm -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card gets my retro vote!
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:52 pm -
I vote for C – Whimsical Christmas
Dec 19, 2008 at 1:59 pm -
e time to party!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:00 pm -
Definitely D – Swanky snowflakes. Tres elegant!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:02 pm -
A.. Girls night out Coca party
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:03 pm -
naughty or nice h
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:03 pm
time to party e
joy f the reindeer cookies are darling -
option c gets my vote!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:07 pm -
A is AMAZING!!!! Love it!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:07 pm -
Loved the Whimsical Christmas Party (c). Colorful!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:09 pm -
A looks great. I like cocoa any day!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:10 pm -
Festive Red!! It’s so original and sassy!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:11 pm -
E my vote is for E.
margie r
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:17 pm -
I love E – it is simple yet very elegant.
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:17 pm -
B – Retro Christmas for sure!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:17 pm -
I liked B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:17 pm -
I like nostalgia. It’s B for me.
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:25 pm -
B-Retro Christmas IT’S AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:34 pm -
I vote for the cocoa party
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:35 pm -
G Modern Chanukah
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:39 pm -
hands down: A. Girls’ Night Cocoa Party
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:41 pm -
B The deer is adorable!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:41 pm -
Let’s go C, H, & I
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:42 pm -
C get my vote!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:43 pm -
A J then B…in that order! They are all so pretty!! I just did a brunch with “It’s a Wonderful Life” theme…I did everything in black and white with pics from the movie too….the b/w entry reminded me of it. All of the entries are BeautifuL!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:44 pm -
Love the gingerbread party and have to agree with Steve they should definitely make a come back.
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:48 pm -
I like C. Whimsical Christmas
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:48 pm -
I would have to say J. Love a party where you get to take home your work
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:49 pm -
I vote for B- Retro Christmas!
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:54 pm -
B. Retro Christmas is definitely the best.
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:55 pm -
B. Retro Christmas
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:56 pm -
love festive red (I)…
Dec 19, 2008 at 2:57 pm -
Cocoa party, yeah
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:00 pm -
e the new years entry is pretty. black and whie always looks so crisp.
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:01 pm
all of these are beautiful. i like j and h too. -
F, E, J
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:03 pm -
J.
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:12 pm -
C is the cutest!
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:15 pm -
Definitely C
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:16 pm -
C
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:24 pm -
I’d like to vote for E
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:28 pm -
I vote for J Gingerbread House party as it’s a great tradition and you get to eat your work of art! As a second I also liked A the Coco party, it sounds fun and who doesn’t like hot chocolate!
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:34 pm -
C! Whimsical Christmas
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:46 pm -
oh i thought i voted already. . .but i didn’t see my comment, so maybe i did something wrong. . .
B. Retro Christmas!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:48 pm -
BBBBBBB …..love the palette…retro but modern all at once.
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:51 pm -
All the way with BBBBB/Retro Christmas
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:53 pm -
B Retro Christmas gets my vote
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:53 pm -
Momma G casts her vote for B Retro Christmas.
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:55 pm -
Beautiful work, Erin. B Retor Christmas gets my vote.
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:56 pm -
J, H, and C. Fabulous – great ideas I will try next year.
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:57 pm -
B – Retro Christmas.
Dec 19, 2008 at 3:59 pm -
E is my favorite, but I also love A, and would love to host a cocoa party….and D is just ggorgeous! (So os the Chnnukah table!) They are all amazing!
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:00 pm -
I love the deer in B. Retro Christmas gets my vote.
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:00 pm -
B (Retro Christmas) makes me happy!
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:02 pm -
I live in the woods so B Retro Christmas is near and “deer” to my heart.
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:05 pm -
i love C. whimsical christmas.
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:10 pm
its so adorable. -
A, E and J
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:17 pm -
My vote is C!
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:22 pm -
I love H, the whole naughty or nice theme is great!
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:24 pm -
C!
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:26 pm -
C – If that party doesn’t put you in the Christmas spirit, I don’t know what will!
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:28 pm -
“Whimsical Christmas” is darling! A perfect mix for children and adults.
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:53 pm -
C!
Dec 19, 2008 at 4:59 pm -
New Year’s Eve party for sure!!!!!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:02 pm -
A – Girls Night Cocoa Party
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:12 pm -
B- I love the colors and retro feel
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:15 pm
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B for me, Rhetro Christmas. The trees are unique and very Green.
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:15 pm -
I vote for D!
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:16 pm -
Here are my favorites in order
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:18 pm
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
A. Girls’ Night Cocoa Party -
Love the G Modern ChanukahTablescape
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:19 pm -
I, E, B
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:21 pm -
I love C!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:28 pm -
A. Girls’ Night Cocoa Party
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:28 pm -
I vote “A”- Cocoa Party. To die for.
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:50 pm -
C is so great!
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:56 pm -
I. is my favorite. The festive red uses nice textures and patterns, and the hanging red christmas bulbs is so creative!
Dec 19, 2008 at 5:59 pm -
I vote for H! I love the mix of old classics mixed with a new twist.
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:02 pm -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:04 pm -
I am voting for J and thinking about doing something similar for my kids!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:05 pm -
I LOVE WHIMSICAL CHRISTMAS (C). so creative!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:05 pm -
Love them all but I love E!!!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:19 pm
New Years eve is such a festive time! -
A!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:22 pm -
“A!”
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:29 pm -
I vote for A
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:38 pm -
I love C – so festive! And G – very creative! And J – looks like a lot of fun!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:43 pm
Great job everyone!
Happy holidays! -
LOVE (C) Whimsical Christmas Party!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:44 pm -
I loved the idea of J.
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:46 pm -
J!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:48 pm -
Please vote for J – it was a great party!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:49 pm -
They are alll cute ideas but I love how hands on J is!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:49 pm -
J sounds like fun!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:51 pm -
J!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:52 pm -
I love E. Timelessly simple yet elegant.
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:55 pm -
cocoa all the way!
Dec 19, 2008 at 6:59 pm -
whimsical christmas
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:03 pm -
Whimsical Christmas has my vote – wonderful!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:12 pm -
A!!!!!!!!!!!! Love that idea! Hot Cocoa party!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:19 pm -
Whimsical Christmas!!! I love it!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:29 pm -
J is Awesome
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:30 pm -
I like A, D & H!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:35 pm -
C. Whimsical Christmas
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:44 pm -
J all the way!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:48 pm -
B: Retro Christmas!
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:52 pm -
COCOA PARTY gets my vote hands down
Dec 19, 2008 at 7:57 pm -
retro christmas is adorable!! love it…
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:01 pm -
My favorite is A the Girl’s night cocoa party, then C the Whimsical Christmas, then B the Whimsical Christmas. Those sound like the funnest!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:03 pm -
another vote for E!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:18 pm -
new years E for me
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:19 pm -
time to party, E. love the clocks!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:21 pm -
G
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:22 pm
Beautiful, fun table!
Modern Chanuka has my vote! -
It’s so hard to just pick one! It would have to be both Modern Chanukah and Swanky Snowflake.
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:24 pm
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A. Cocoa, please.
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:29 pm -
I vote for:
A
I
JGreat job everyone!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:38 pm -
I vote for E
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:38 pm -
B. Retro Christmas Favor / Place Card please
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:42 pm -
new years time to party E
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:58 pm -
What great party ideas!! I love A- girl’s night out C-whimsical Christmas and J-gingerbread house.
Dec 19, 2008 at 8:58 pm -
Running out of time but my vote goes to J for the gingerbread house party. What a great collection of ideas!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:00 pm -
i vote whimsical christmas!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:01 pm -
it’s time to party!! E
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:01 pm -
Definitely C, Whimsical Christmas!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:37 pm
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B. Retro Christmas!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 9:54 pm -
I absolutely love Whimsical Christmas!!! Definitely my favorite
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:03 pm -
I love the elegance of the New Year’s Eve party!Time to Party gets my vote!
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:30 pm -
I love B!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:32 pm -
I love A H and J they’re so cute!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:34 pm -
A, E, J.
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:34 pm
All the ideas are wonderful but those are my favorites. -
c.Whimsical Christmas- FOR SURE
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:42 pm -
I vote for “E”. Time to Party has my vote, I’ve picked out my little black dress and i’m ready to go!!!
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:51 pm -
I voate for the cocoa party
Dec 19, 2008 at 10:56 pm -
My fave would be A, I love the cocoa mix and the relaxing idea of a cocoa party! Not to mention how cute and classy the invite is!
I would have to say that D, comes in next for me! It’s so simple and classy! I love the ornaments in martini glasses!
My third fave would be E, I’m just a sucker for the bold contrast of black and white! And, the clocks, are too clever!
To be honest I love almost everyone of them!!
Dec 20, 2008 at 2:19 am -
I love A & J. I’m getting ready to throw a late-January hot cocoa party complete with homemade snowflake-shaped marshmallows, so A was a given.
J is so perfect with the gingerbread man placecards & the perfect piping bags.
Dec 20, 2008 at 5:57 am -
Retro “B” is my favorite!!!
Dec 20, 2008 at 6:14 am -
They are all so creative. My top three would be . A. B. & J. I love the colors of A. I love the retro of B and the fun of J.
Dec 20, 2008 at 6:55 am -
A- LOOOOVE it!!!!
Dec 20, 2008 at 7:17 am -
B-retro Christmas!
Dec 20, 2008 at 8:11 am -
D. Swanky Snowflake Soiree
G. Modern Chanukah Tablescapelove them!!!
Dec 20, 2008 at 8:13 am -
I love D: Swanky Snowflake. very creative, beautiful!!
Dec 20, 2008 at 8:24 am -
F=== AWEsome!
Dec 20, 2008 at 8:27 am -
Cocoa party all the way!!
Dec 20, 2008 at 9:48 am -
I vote for E! It’s SO creative and cute, I love it!!!!
Dec 20, 2008 at 11:13 am -
I love the girls night cocoa party. The details are so cute and clever-we know that love is in the details! What a great way to get together with friends and have a nice evening.
Dec 20, 2008 at 11:48 am -
I loved the naughty and nice. They were all fabulous, these guys are so talented.
Dec 20, 2008 at 11:50 am -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party.
Yes.
Dec 20, 2008 at 12:27 pm -
C. Whimsical Christmas Party.
Yup.
Dec 20, 2008 at 12:28 pm -
I love C, the whimsical christmas.
Dec 20, 2008 at 12:35 pm -
A, Cocoa party! It all looks so good.
Dec 20, 2008 at 2:21 pm -
Love “Time to Party” New Year’s Eve Bash for its sophistication and Gingerbread Houses for simplifying an overwhelming holiday tradition! Great job to all!!
Dec 20, 2008 at 3:44 pm -
I vote “C”
Dec 20, 2008 at 6:35 pm -
A…COCOA PARTY!
Dec 20, 2008 at 6:39 pm -
I pick A! Cocoa party looks fun!
Dec 20, 2008 at 7:11 pm -
I love girls night out! I choose A
Dec 20, 2008 at 7:12 pm -
A!
Dec 20, 2008 at 7:43 pm -
Girls Night is my favorite.
Dec 21, 2008 at 7:11 am -
F! It is a perfect mixture of bright and vibrant colors alongside neutral colors. It encompassses the true feeling that holidays should have!
Dec 21, 2008 at 8:28 am -
F. looking at this brings me back to my childhood. All of the fun colors used and cartoonish items make me feel like a child again. This was perfectly put together for the holiday season, thanks
Dec 21, 2008 at 8:29 am -
H defently H
Dec 21, 2008 at 11:21 am -
E. Time To Party New Year’s Eve Bash
Dec 21, 2008 at 3:10 pm
A. Girls’ Night Cocoa Party
D. Swanky Snowflake Soiree -
I LOVED “C” – going to re-create it! “C” for classy and absolutely capivating!!
Dec 21, 2008 at 3:40 pm -
I pick A! Cocoa party looks fun!
Dec 21, 2008 at 7:56 pm -
I love B. Retro Christmas Placecard/Favor Box and D. Swanky Snowflake.
Dec 21, 2008 at 8:08 pm -
G — Very creative and beautifully done!
Dec 22, 2008 at 5:17 am -
They are all so beautiful! Congrats to everyone who entered.
Dec 22, 2008 at 6:24 am
My favorites are E,D and H.
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I vote A, the Girls’ Night Cocoa Party and
Dec 22, 2008 at 7:36 am
J, Gingerbread House Decorating Party -
Vote for
Dec 22, 2008 at 8:43 am
C and I -
I think you saved the best for last! I love:
H – who doesn’t love a good bar? Sign me up for Naughty!
I – the color scheme is great & all elements look achievable (both skill wise & financially).
J – the thought of each guests enjoyment is really evident here. I bet everyone had an awesome time decorating thier house & can’t wait to do it again next year!
Excellent work by everyone!
Dec 22, 2008 at 9:20 am -
I love the black and white..so the winner for me is “E”!!
Dec 22, 2008 at 10:06 am -
I vote for A!
Dec 22, 2008 at 10:57 am -
F – Joy gets my vote! It’s absolutely adorable and I love the reindeer elements as well!
Dec 22, 2008 at 12:39 pm -
G, H, & J!
I really thought G was just stunning and J is one of my favorite things to do during the Holidays!
Dec 22, 2008 at 6:27 pm -
WOW! I love them all. What a beautiful and creative bunch you are!
Dec 22, 2008 at 10:23 pm
I like A. Girl’s Night Cocoa Party the best. -
Wow! I loved them all. What a beautifully creative bunch you are!
Dec 22, 2008 at 10:26 pm
I liked A. Girl’s Night Cocoa Party the best. -
I vote for F
Dec 23, 2008 at 6:41 am -
I’m voting for C-Whimsical Christmas! What nice place settings, very elegant! Looks like it would be a fun party!
Dec 23, 2008 at 7:06 am -
Love them all! I vote for the new year’s eve party!
Dec 23, 2008 at 6:55 pm -
Black and white new year’s eve party gets my vote!
Dec 23, 2008 at 6:55 pm -
I vote for time to party, new years eve party.
Dec 23, 2008 at 6:56 pm -
E – it’s absolutely gorgeous!
Dec 24, 2008 at 9:54 pm -
I vote for Swanky Snowflake Soiree. What a great idea.
Dec 26, 2008 at 7:29 pm -
B Retro Christmas place card.
Dec 26, 2008 at 8:19 pm -
1. J. Ginger Bread House Party…so fun!
Dec 29, 2008 at 10:15 am
2. I. Festive Red Coctails…so swanky!
3. A. Girls Night Cocoa -
I love the theme of the Naughty or Nice party – very clever! I also love the decorations for Swanky Snowflake and the Festive Red Cocktail party.
Kristy
Jan 4, 2009 at 5:10 am
Remember Something Blue
http://remembersomethingblue.blogspot.com -
I LOVED the Naughty or Nice & saw it myself~~VERY CREATIVE party!!! Excellent!!!
Jan 5, 2009 at 3:16 pm -
Oh wow they all look so wonderful!
Jan 19, 2009 at 5:12 am -
I loved the Cocoa Party!!! Retro Christmas was a close second.
Jan 22, 2009 at 5:09 pm
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H Naughty or nice
Jan 30, 2009 at 1:09 pm -
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Feb 2, 2009 at 3:39 pm -
I LOVE LOVE LOVE NAUGHTY OR NICE!!!!!! SO CUTE WITH THE HANDWRITTEN NOTE AND ALSO LOVE THE CLEAN LINES!!!!!!!!!
Jul 1, 2009 at 7:54 pm -
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