blog archives

January 2009
26 Jan

Hip Hostess Series L.A. – Feb 5th!

categories: events, theme parties
Hip Hostess Series L.A. – Feb 5th!

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 [...]

23 Jan

REAL PARTIES: Under the Tuscan Sun Bridal Shower

categories: bridal shower ideas, mothers day, real parties
REAL PARTIES: Under the Tuscan Sun Bridal Shower

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 [...]

21 Jan

Boston Hip Hostess – Event Recap

categories: decorating ideas, events, get inspired
Boston Hip Hostess – Event Recap

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 [...]

20 Jan

yumi yumi shop: Owl Prints

categories: baby shower ideas, home accessories, paper love
yumi yumi shop: Owl Prints

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 [...]

20 Jan

Wool & Felt Bird Coffee Coasters

categories: drinkware, hostess gift ideas
Wool & Felt Bird Coffee Coasters

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!

19 Jan

Healthy Snacking… New Year’s Resolution Take 2

categories: food and drinks, get inspired, hwtm
Healthy Snacking… New Year’s Resolution Take 2

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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