2009 January

26 Jan

Hip Hostess Series L.A. – Feb 5th!

categories: events, theme parties

So… I know we just got back from Boston and I’m still working on part 2 of that recap, but our Los Angeles event is already right around the corner – next Thursday, February 5th at the new SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills!
In honor of Awards Season and the location of this event, we’re doing [...]

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Read more → Posted on January 26th, 2009 at 1:43pm

23 Jan

REAL PARTIES: Under the Tuscan Sun Bridal Shower

categories: bridal shower ideas, mothers day, real parties

I’m so excited to share this latest “Real Party” feature with you… it’s a gorgeous ‘Under the Tuscan Sun” bridal shower featuring vibrant sunflowers and the rich colors of Tuscany. The hostess behind the party – Lina Wallace from A Stunning Affair – created this for shower for her sister-in-law and she did such a [...]

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Read more → Posted on January 23rd, 2009 at 9:06am

21 Jan

Boston Hip Hostess – Event Recap

categories: decorating ideas, events, get inspired

I’m so happy to report that the Boston Hip Hostess Event was a success! Everyone we met on our trip to Boston was so incredibly nice, the venue – KO Prime at Nine Zero Hotel – was wonderful to work with, and we had a fantastic turnout! Here are some photos to give you a [...]

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Read more → Posted on January 21st, 2009 at 11:25am

20 Jan

yumi yumi shop: Owl Prints

categories: baby shower ideas, home accessories, paper love

Ready for some seriously cute eye candy? Check out the yumi yumi shop over on etsy…it’s so fun! I’m completely smitten with their whimsical & contemporary illustrations… especially the Owl Prints (a few of which are pictured here) – and the Berry Monster Prints – which have a bit of an animé flair. (Giclee prints [...]

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Read more → Posted on January 20th, 2009 at 6:47am

20 Jan

Wool & Felt Bird Coffee Coasters

categories: drinkware, hostess gift ideas

You’ll often stumble on the most adorable & unusual items while browsing etsy… for example, these fun blackbird & canary Interspecies Bird Coffee Coasters, which are “upcycled from a preppy boiled wool blazer” and backed in mustard yellow and black felt. Too cute!

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Read more → Posted on January 20th, 2009 at 6:21am

19 Jan

Healthy Snacking… New Year’s Resolution Take 2

categories: food and drinks, get inspired, hwtm

Okay, here goes: My name is Jenn, and I’m an unhealthy snacker. There… I said it. That’s the first step towards recovery, right? We’re a few weeks into the new year now, and I’m realizing that my “healthier eating” resolution has been a tad (okay more like completely) non-existent. How about you? The problem on [...]

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Read more → Posted on January 19th, 2009 at 9:23am