blog archives

June 2009
8 Jun

Outdoor Entertaining: Venezia Pavilion

categories: engagement parties, home accessories, wedding
Outdoor Entertaining: Venezia Pavilion

In the world of entertaining, the arrival of summer often means bringing the party outside! This fabulous Venezia Pavilion from Z Gallerie is definitely a fun excuse to do just that.
If you’ve got an extra-special celebration coming up like an engagement party, milestone birthday, or wedding – or if you just love to entertain outdoors [...]

5 Jun

Simply Stated: Chalkboard-Inspired Finds

categories: Simply Stated, drinkware, kitchen tools
Simply Stated: Chalkboard-Inspired Finds

Today over on Simply Stated, check out 8 Cool Chalkboard-Inspired Finds for entertaining. It might be partially nostalgic, but I’m loving this white-on-slate trend!

4 Jun

Swiffer SocialLuxe Lounge… Be Our Guest!

categories: events, get inspired
Swiffer SocialLuxe Lounge… Be Our Guest!

Exciting news to share! I’m co-hosting a pre-BlogHer “pamper & primp party” on July 23rd in Chicago along with these 5  fabulous women bloggers! This is your chance to kick back, relax, and mix & mingle with other bloggers (including some of your favorite names from the blogging world!) before the conference starts.

The party will [...]

4 Jun

Gorgeous Pucci-Inspired Dessert Bar

categories: decorating ideas, food presentation, get inspired
Gorgeous Pucci-Inspired Dessert Bar

Check out the latest amazing creation from the talented Amy Atlas! This fashionable Pucci-inspired dessert bar features gorgeous details like a custom cupcake tower, custom popcorn cone bar (so cute!) and custom cotton candy sticks.
{6/5 Update: Here’s what Amy said about the popcorn how-to: “I cut styrofoam to fit in the tray and then placed [...]

2 Jun

SURPRISE GIVEAWAY: Hostess Jo

categories: fabulous gift ideas, hostess gift ideas, reader giveaways
SURPRISE GIVEAWAY: Hostess Jo

Winner Update: This giveaway is now closed. Thanks so  much to everyone that entered! And the randomly selected winner is: Commenter # 235 – Lynn, who said, “I love the cocktail napkins and the drink me flutes What a cute selection they have!” Congrats, Lynn!
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If you love colorful, clever, and unique entertaining finds, then [...]

1 Jun

{Very} Pretty Party Centerpieces

categories: birthday party ideas, centerpiece ideas, decorating ideas
{Very} Pretty Party Centerpieces

Everyday with Rachael Ray just launched a brand new website – click here to check it out!
While browsing this morning, I spotted a few fabulous centerpiece ideas that look especially perfect for occasions like bridal showers & grown-up birthday parties. Here goes:
1. Bag It – made from cut-up plastic grocery & shopping bags; 2. Spool [...]

  • 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