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1 Jul

Save the Date: Downloadable Birdie

categories: decorating ideas, get inspired, paper love, wedding

While visiting LotusHaus the other day, I stumbled on this wonderfully creative, downloadable "Save the Date Birdie " created by designer Carlene Concepcion , which she created for her upcoming wedding this September. Talk about imagination!  Speaking of which…can you imagine how creative the actual wedding will be?!

27 Jun

decor8: Mood Board Contest

categories: decorating ideas, get inspired

decor8 just wrapped up a super inspiring mood board contest sponsored by fabulous textile designer Amy Butler, and it’s definitely worth checking out – but a word of warning: be prepared to get stuck to the screen for quite a while!
The winners were announced today, but all of the finalists were honestly amazing – [...]

20 Jun

A Full Week of Real Parties!

categories: baby shower ideas, get inspired, hwtm, real parties

I’m super excited about next week at HWTM! In addition to our TWO Hip Hostess Series events happening Wednesday night in Chicago, the entire week on the blog will be dedicated to "Real Parties " sent in by readers – and we’ll be featuring a new one each day! So it should be inspiration [...]

17 Jun

Krislyn Design: Floral Couture

categories: decorating ideas, get inspired, wedding

Feeling totally inspired by the gorgeous work of Krislyn Design today! Imagine walking into a party or wedding reception featuring some of their amazing, signature "moss and jewel trees"…

Krislyn Design describes their LA-based studio as "a place where customers can step into a timeless space inspired by beauty without boundaries." Sounds pretty cool… [...]

3 Jun

Hip Hostess Event – Sneak Peek

categories: decorating ideas, get inspired

Hooray! Some of the photos from our very first Hip Hostess Series Event (the "Tropical Zen Soirée" in San Diego) are back! The rest should be in this week and I’ll feature the full recap with detailed slideshows, instructions and product resources next week. Until then, here are just a few quick shots to give [...]

16 May

Simply Stated: Streamlined Party Planning

categories: Simply Stated, get inspired

Does party planning often become overwhelming to you? Trust me, I’ve been there myself – but there are definitely things you can do to make the process easier on yourself, which I’ve learned by the tried-and-true method of trial and error! Check out my post today on Real Simple: Celebrations today for some tips [...]

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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