blog archives

June 2009
16 Jun

Sneak Peek: French Circus Invitations

categories: baby shower ideas, theme parties
Sneak Peek: French Circus Invitations

Here’s a sneak peek at the invitations I just finished for Tisha & Duane’s upcoming “French Circus” baby shower, which will be mailed out in Stardream’s shimmery Onyx Metallic envelopes. (All personal info has been changed in this version… although it would be pretty cool if the venue was really on “Ringmaster Road”!)
I just gotta [...]

15 Jun

So Much for “Lazy Summer Days”!

categories: birthday party ideas, kids party ideas
So Much for “Lazy Summer Days”!

So the summer has been off to a VERY busy start! I know the posting has been a bit lighter the past couple of weeks but promise it will pick back up soon… I just found myself in the middle of an insane start to June that can only be summarized by the following: [...]

12 Jun

People Style Watch Mention!

categories: cocktail recipes, in the news
People Style Watch Mention!

HWTM got a little mention in the new People Style Watch issue (June/July 09)! Just saw it while checking out at the grocery store early this morning. Good start to the day! =)  Lots of fun, summery ideas in this issue, too!

11 Jun

Baby Shower Theme – Which Do You Like?

categories: baby shower ideas, get inspired
Baby Shower Theme – Which Do You Like?

I’m co-hosting a baby shower for a friend next month and having a hard time deciding which way to go with the theme, so I thought would be fun to see which theme YOU guys would most like to see all done up & photographed for future inspiration.
Ginny is having a boy (Max) – so [...]

10 Jun

Loving Green (& saving it too!)

categories: home accessories, serveware
Loving Green (& saving it too!)

I don’t know what it is, but I’ve just been loving BRIGHT green this year – from lime to kelly to grassy hues!  Here are a few favorites from Z Gallerie… and – added bonus: they’re all on sale! I just picked up the Green Giraffe Tray ($19.99) recently and it’s just downright fabulous in [...]

10 Jun

REAL PARTIES: Spring Celebration

categories: birthday party ideas, bridal shower ideas, real parties
REAL PARTIES: Spring Celebration

I’m so excited to share this new “Real Party” with you! Courtney Toney from Joyful Weddings & Events is back with one of her fabulous seasonal get-togethers. This time the party is all about Spring, but I think this look would translate quite nicely to summer bridal showers, birthday parties, and celebrations as well!
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  • BadaBadaBaby
  • Quirky Bird Designs
  • Project Wedding
  • Charming Cards
  • Gifts Define
  • Magnet Street Weddings
  • Lollipop Events
  • Hostess Jo
  • BadaBadaBride
  • Tiny Prints
  • The Celebration Shoppe
  • Peach Prints
  • Hello Lucky
  • Busy Bee Lifestyles
  • Vintage Paper Parade
  • Royal Design Studio
  • Design Dazzle
  • Wicked Good Dinner
  • Shades of Light
  • The Puppet Store

recipe box

  • Pot o’ Gold Brie + Salad
  • Basil Grande Cocktail
  • French Onion Soup
  • Better-than-Classic Butterscotch Pudding
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wish-list

  • Trellis Travel Mug
  • Cheeky and Cheerful Occasion Cards
  • Tipsy Toes Ice Cubes Set
  • Eat, Drink & Be Merry Tags
  • “Happy it’s Happy Hour” Flask