2009 April

9 Apr

Jonathan Adler: New Melamine for Spring!

categories: dinnerware

This new melamine dinnerware from Jonathan Adler makes me happy just looking at it!
The spring & summer-friendly patterns – “Acapulco” and “Stripes” (my personal fav!) – are both available in 2 colorways featuring vibrant shades of green, yellow, and blue.

Prices for bowls, plates, salad plates, and trays range from $10 – $28 at jonathanadler.com. [...]

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Read more → Posted on April 9th, 2009 at 8:29am

8 Apr

Color Splash: Orange & Yellow

I’m absolutely in love with this beach-inspired orange and yellow color palette from Pacific Weddings… doesn’t it just have “Summer party!” written all over it?

With or without the waves crashing in the background, this look is fabulous inspiration for all sorts of summer celebrations – from weddings and bridal showers to swanky birthday parties & [...]

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8 Apr

DIY: Chick & Bunny Treat Holders

categories: DIY, easter, fun for kids, kids party ideas

This one’s for the kiddies… a fun little craft project + “friendly” holders for all those Easter Bunny treats!
(Full instructions for both versions after the jump…)

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Read more → Posted on April 8th, 2009 at 6:35am

7 Apr

Simply Stated: 5 Great Brunch Cocktails

categories: Simply Stated, cocktail recipes, easter, mothers day

Easter brunch, Mother’s Day brunch, wedding brunches… they’re even better with a cocktail, right?!
Check out today’s post over at Simply Stated for 5 great brunch cocktail recipes. Have a favorite daytime drink that’s not on the list? Share it!

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Read more → Posted on April 7th, 2009 at 10:58am

6 Apr

DIY: Chipboard & Flower Field Centerpiece

categories: DIY, centerpiece ideas, decorating ideas, easter

These fun, DIY centerpieces can be customized with your own favorite flowers, shapes, and papers to create a look that’s uniquely yours… and tailored to any occasion!
The example pictured above is for our Easter table this year, but this look would also be cute for a baby shower or “love birds” bridal shower…

YOU’LL NEED:
Small Bedding [...]

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Read more → Posted on April 6th, 2009 at 2:46pm

6 Apr

Host a Twilight Theme Party at Home

categories: halloween, theme parties

This past Friday I invited my local Twilight-loving friends over to watch the new DVD that just came out… and I’ve gotta say it was a fun excuse for a party! Although my husband wasn’t really surprised that I was decorating for this get-together, he still asked, “Why all the fuss to watch a DVD?“.
The [...]

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Read more → Posted on April 6th, 2009 at 7:46am