decorating ideas

17 Jun

REAL PARTIES: Dinner Among Friends

categories: decorating ideas, real parties

You might remember Michelle Schobert from the colorful, Tinkerbell-inspired party that she created for her daughter’s birthday. Well, she’s back with a gorgeous, adult-friendly soirée this time! Read on for the details, as told by Michelle…
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“Here is the first official event planned by the newly established Six Chicks Designs. With Interior Architecture degrees under their [...]

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Read more → Posted on June 17th, 2009 at 6:50am

4 Jun

Gorgeous Pucci-Inspired Dessert Bar

categories: decorating ideas, food presentation, get inspired

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 [...]

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Read more → Posted on June 4th, 2009 at 11:58am

1 Jun

{Very} Pretty Party Centerpieces

categories: birthday party ideas, centerpiece ideas, decorating ideas

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 [...]

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Read more → Posted on June 1st, 2009 at 2:27pm

20 Apr

REAL PARTIES: Bling, Bling Tabletop… Bargain Style!

categories: bridal shower ideas, decorating ideas, get inspired

HWTM reader Linda Roos sent over a nice message recently that said, “I was inspired by your post the other day with the 5 tips for hosting. I made a post on my blog about my own biggest tip for any host/hostess… I just wanted to share with you.” Well, both Linda’s tips – and [...]

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Read more → Posted on April 20th, 2009 at 5:00am

8 Apr

Color Splash: Orange & Yellow

categories: bridal shower ideas, decorating ideas, wedding

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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Read more → Posted on April 8th, 2009 at 8:31am

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