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Here’s a quick example of taking an incredible idea from a blog (or Pinterest) and creating from it. In early August beautiful watercolor gift tags were featured on Eat Drink Chic, a blog by Amy Moss. Feeling inspired by the post I set out to transform the amazing idea for a baby shower I was attending and had offered to present a “guest book” […]

This picture says it all. The last few weeks I’ve been tied up. I’m not complaining about it at all though because each event and project has been completely different from the one before: helping with a baby shower to posting for a salon/spa to a Sweet 16 party to working with an amazing local clothing boutique. I love the variety […]

If you’re looking to stretch your decor budget visit your local Farmers Market flower stalls. These beautiful and huge bouquets can be bought for a fraction of the price at grocery stores or florists. Depending on the start time of your event, purchasing your bouquets a day in advance allows you time to break the bouquets apart, clean the leaves from the stems […]

I received a few requests for the Jack & Jill baby shower bingo story. I’ll admit, I was a little unsure if I wanted to share the story since it was written for the expecting couple – and written specifically for them. A friend however cleared the air for me. Apparently I was over-thinking it. She also pointed out someone might need a […]

Earlier this month while a dear friend and her husband were visiting the States from Denmark, her parents hosted a Jack & Jill baby shower (they’re expecting a boy this fall). While I’m not usually one to jump up and down with pure joy over baby shower games, when my friend’s mom asked me to put something together, I said “Of course!” Having attended […]

August is always a busy month. It seems so far away when June arrives, or while celebrating the 4th of July, or going about our day-to-day business during the summer. But there’s something about seeing the word “August” on my mobile that makes me jump into action. It feels like summer is getting ready for her final […]

Last week I posted pictures from the Island-themed dinner and I got a few questions about the backdrop, mainly “how did you do that?” Here are the details: Materials: 100% cotton fabric, washed; I used 7 yards, 90″ wide, white muslin Fabric dye Disposable gloves to protect your hands Multiple buckets, two for each color: one for the dye and […]

Having an event on a Monday makes the week fly right by. As an event planner I’m trained for events happening toward the end of the week or over the weekend so having something early in the week is a change of pace. Admittedly I dig the Monday night dinner party. It shakes things up in […]

A tablescape perfectly set. You give a happy sigh. You pin it. You repeat this several more times as you enter the Pin Zone. Before you know it, it’s past midnight and the dog is pacing by the backdoor, waiting to be let out. The Pin Zone. A dangerous time drain yet incredibly helpful. I’ve found ideas to pinpoint – no pun intended – a vision for an […]

Last weekend’s ice bowl was a big hit. It was very easy to create. I’d suggest giving the entire project at least 48-72 hours so it is completely frozen for your party, but it took a total of 30 minutes hands-on. Even though the petals are for decoration, it’s best to use ones safe to eat in case a piece breaks off and […]