2009 March

9 Mar

Happy 50th Birthday, Barbie! + Party Details

categories: events, theme parties

Well, Barbie® officially turns 50 today, and I have to say she’s still looking about half her age!
In honor of the milestone birthday/anniversary, Mattel is rolling out the pink carpet at a big celebration happening tonight at her “Real” Life-Size Malibu Dream House®. With help from style gurus like event-planner-to-stars Colin Cowie (the brains behind [...]

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Read more → Posted on March 9th, 2009 at 8:27am

6 Mar

Fantastic Table Centerpieces (Idea Gallery)

categories: centerpiece ideas, decorating ideas, get inspired

One of my favorite parts of Everyday with Rachael Ray magazine is their fabulous Centerpiece of the Month segment, where they invite different people – usually with very recognizable names – to create a centerpiece design to share with readers. Luckily, these ideas are archived online, so if you’re looking for some tabletop decorating inspiration, [...]

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Read more → Posted on March 6th, 2009 at 7:53am

5 Mar

Simply Stated: 5 Favorite Party Planning Tips

categories: Simply Stated, get inspired

I often get asked about party planning tips, and sometimes the advice varies based on the type of event or subject of the article, but there are a few things that are applicable no matter what type of party you’re hosting, and that’s the topic of today’s post over at Simply Stated: My 5 Favorite [...]

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Read more → Posted on March 5th, 2009 at 7:46am

4 Mar

Pamper Me Fabulous Event – March 7th

categories: events

For our readers in the Los Angeles area, treat yourself this Saturday to Pamper Me Fabulous, an oh-so-chic spa and beauty event! (Click here for a recap of last year’s event.)
About the event:
Pamper Me Fabulous brings together all the things you and your girlfriends love. Take a break from the stresses of life to luxuriate [...]

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Read more → Posted on March 4th, 2009 at 3:51pm

4 Mar

Getting Creative with Carnations

categories: centerpiece ideas, floral design, wedding

Carnations seem to get a bit of a bad rap when it comes to the floral “status quo” – but the truth is that there are plenty of beautiful – and even cool – looks you can achieve with this budget-friendly flower.
Because of the price point and shape of carnations, they allow you to create [...]

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Read more → Posted on March 4th, 2009 at 10:00am

3 Mar

SURPRISE GIVEAWAY: MetroMint

categories: food and drinks, reader giveaways

Winner Update: This giveaway is now closed – thanks so much to everyone who entered! And the lucky random winner is… Commenter #31 – Alyssa, who said, ” I’ve tried the Spearmint and I loved it! Other than that, the Orangemint sounds like something I’d try next.” Congrats, Alyssa! To everyone else…more giveaways coming soon!

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Read more → Posted on March 3rd, 2009 at 12:23pm