The Sweetest Occasion

When Sophie of Shine Little Light got in touch last week to share a link to a 40th anniversary party she thought I’d love, I knew instantly that I just had to share it with you. Karina and Ed recently celebrated 40 years of marriage with a party filled with so much love and so [...]

As the wife of an English teacher with the school year swiftly approaching, talk in our house has turned to books a lot lately. My husband is reading all of the new books he’ll be teaching and then passing them on to me. Some I’ve read before, some are new to me and I love [...]

Have I ever told you about my obsession with lobster? I think it started on our honeymoon. We ate lobster (and loads of blueberries) every day and, as I mentioned before, fell madly in love with the sights, sounds and culture of Maine. Since then even just seeing a lobster buoy makes me smile and [...]

Good morning, friends! I thought I’d kick start the week by sharing a few photos from the pool party my husband and I hosted at our new home over the weekend. I love entertaining and usually take a casual approach when throwing parties. We had about fifteen friends over and I wanted to make sure [...]

Last week I received an email from a reader, Mattie, who is helping her friends plan an adoption party in celebration of the adoption of their two daughters, age eight and ten. Mattie writes -
“I’m emailing to see if you or your readers have any inspiring ideas for an adoption party? My friends are finalizing [...]

I don’t know about you, but with the 4th of July just around the corner I am in full-on summer party mode! I just love great summer parties. In the backyard, at the beach or at a local park, summer entertaining ranks high on my list of loves. With that in mind, I worked with [...]

I love this idea! Cute robot-themed party printables perfect for your next birthday party from Jayme Marie Designs. For just $14 you receive a PDF design of the cool retro robot party invitation and the little robot circle cutouts perfect for cupcake toppers, napkin rings, decals and more. Use colorful paper, a circle punch, craft [...]

This? This to me is pure brilliance. (But then, isn’t everything that Sunday Suppers does just brilliant?) A make your own martini bar with a clean yet rustic array of vodka, vermouth, water, and garnishes in simple glass containers and contemporary square dishes. Wouldn’t this be a great idea for a bachelor party? I can [...]

I am popping in quickly this morning to share some photos from last night’s Oscars party, as promised last week. I will, however, be taking a short break from blogging this week, at least for a few days. Something happened over the weekend that has completely rocked me to my core, made me think long [...]

My good friend Carolynn of Two Brunettes and her husband Adam are major movie buffs so every year they plan a really fun party to celebrate the Academy Awards. This year is no exception so Carolynn and I have spent the last few weeks brainstorming ideas for the party and yesterday spent the afternoon crafting. [...]