Wednesday, June 30, 2010

An Apple 4th

Planning on having a little apple inspired desserts
at your July 4th celebrations?
Here are some inspirations and links to some delicious recipes!




1. Toffee Apple Cookies

2.
Basket of Apples

3.
Apple Pie

4.
Red Apple Martini

5.
Apple Pie Cupcakes

Monday, June 28, 2010

Fakesciles Favors

This very cute idea is the work
of
Genevieve at Celebrate Today!


All the cuteness of a Popsicle without the mess!
Super cute favor for summer parties!
I love the use of the cupcake stand too!

Remember the old frozen Rocket Pops?
I think these would be cute
as 4th of July favors
if you could add
layers of red, white and blue
Bubblegum balls or Jellybeans!
I better start looking for gum this week!
And it is the gift that keeps giving
since you can use these again to make popsicles at home!
So sweet!

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Sweet and Rustic Breakfast Buffet

There have been so many rustic
"inside out" parties lately!
Here is another that I had to share!
It has southern hospitality written all over it!

This gorgeous breakfast buffet table that was created for
the
Sweetest Occasion blog.
The inspiration for this photo shoot designed by
Dandelion and Grey
was a laid back, brunch-style reception.
Head over to The Sweetest Occasion to read all the details.

Lovely use of antique kitchen tools and gadgets as servers....

Love the bacon in the mason jars...

For a very fun and thoughtful favor
Dapper Paper created these sweet recipe cards
with a delicious recipe for ‘Grandma’s Biscuits’!


Love the ides of nailing the hooks to the tree...so pretty!

And this sign....
"We're Fixin' to Eat. So take your Seat!"

Cute little cards in the drawers....



All the photos were taken by
Olive Juice Photography
and the paper goods were
by
Dapper Paper.

Aw....I am now smiling...and hungry!

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Who Wants Lemonade?

I have really been wanting to have a Lemonade Stand
this summer with my girls!
I think now is the time...
I am loving Paper and Cake
And they are editable for customization!
Love that!
You get all of this!
Invitation (fits A7 envelope) +
Pennant Banner +
Coasters
Cupcake Picks +
Lolli Wraps
Lolli Flags
Straw Markers
Jar Labels +
Treat Wraps +
Skinny Treat Wraps +
Snack Box +
Pinwheels
Paper Doilies
Menu +
Signage +
Lemonade Recipe Card
Stand How To
Foam Ball Cover Sheets
Paper Chain Sheets
Full Pattern Sheets

Everything with the + sign can be edited in Adobe
so you can personalize!

Monday, June 21, 2010

Printable Sparkler Holders

I love sparklers!
We had them at our wedding in Mexico!
Here are some great DIY Printable Sparkler Holders
from Print Your Party's ETSY shop!
So many to choose from!


4th of July...


I do's....



And Check out all of these options!

Friday, June 18, 2010

Bow inspired Bridal Shower

Ok...I have to admit that I am not
a big "bow" person.
Bow's just aren't my thing...
but wait...
or are they?
This bridal shower sweets table was
"Bow" inspired and just right!
The ladies over at Couture Cakery styled this event.
The preppy colors of Pink and Green
are such great combinations for a bridal shower.
This is to coordinate with her wedding.
And listen to this ladies...
The bride is going to have a cake
at EVERY table....ALL 20 OF THEM!

I love the material used to tie in the color scheme...
Hydrangea topiaries...love the subtle pink....
Fabric wrapped vases with pretzels...
Of course tied up in bows...

So, I guess I am not a "Bow" hater after all
Thanks
Couture Cakery!

Thursday, June 17, 2010

DIY Smores Kits

I have been searching for a fun favor for
our July 4th celebration and I think I have found them!

Check out these Smores Kits
I love these boxes all tied up with baker's twine!

These would look so cute tied up with many of the cute
4th of July downloadable tags that are floating around
on the web!
Like these from Bella Grace Party Designs!


Wednesday, June 16, 2010

I like bugs....

If they are this friendly!
Check out this super cute party

This precious party was the work of
I love the color combination!
The yellow just pops!
I was so excited when I found out
that she too is in the Dallas area!
Just check out the details!
I am in love with this Sugar Cookie Cone!
Striped straws are always a hit!
DIY Flower Garland..
Love the use of the sunglass cases..
Brilliant!

And just when it couldn't get any better...
they have given us the DIY directions for
I can't wait to try out that Sugar Cookie Cone!
Check out her website for all kinds of inspiration
even beyond parties!
You will not be disappointed!

Monday, June 14, 2010

Midnight Wedding Snack

As your guest are enjoying an evening of
dancing and mingling, here is a cute idea of
serving a wedding midnight snack.

I love these mini stacks of baby pancakes drizzled with maple syrup!
These could easily be passed around.
Your guests could grab a stick, eat and keep on parting the night away!

So, what do you think?
These would be so fun for a girls night too!
What a sweet surprise!
Photo Credit In Style Weddings

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Ice Ice baby

Ok, so the ice sculptures of old are not
very hip.
Swans and cupids are
not what people are looking for these days!
Think Martini, Champagne, Raw Bar....
Well meet Don Chapelle.
He is an amazing ice artist who's love for
sculpting ice began when he was 18!
Check out these very cool
and functional designs!
Caviar and Vodka Station.....

Raw Bar....

Milk and Cookies bar!
This has to be my favorite!

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

1920's Style Birthday Bash

This past weekend my husband and a good friend
celebrated their 40th birthdays!
We decided on a 1920' style speakeasy/Prohibition party.
We hired a casino company to run the gambling portion of the party.
If you are in Dallas and ever need a casino company
look no further than Ante Up!
They were great!
On with the party....
The Guests of Honor...
Photo Booth...
We had a blast with the frames.
One of my favorite pictures below is one of my
best friends pregnant belly in the frame!
I used wooden crates for the centerpieces.
I first stacked them on top of each other
then filled them with shredded paper
and placed moonshine bottles inside.
I used clip art to create all of the labels
and hung pearls from the crates.
By the way...the bottles are Carlos Rossi Sangria jugs!
Perfect!
Shady Lady Saloon...
One of my favorite labels!
Cocktail Tables and Florals...
Lamps and decor....
Sweets Table....
Cakeballs and Mini Desserts
Lemon Raspberry, Chocolate Kahlua, and Cheesecake
I made all of the dessert labels with Chandelier clip art.
Mason Jars...
These made for the perfect 1920's drinking glasses.
I made special drink labels for the glasses.
Party Goers...
We had so much fun and everyone looked amazing!

Monday, June 7, 2010

Retro Fathers Day Printable

Hello All!
I have been MIA!!
Sorry for the lack of posts!
Anyone else having problems with blogger?

Well, I am back to share a Fathers Day Printable
from Martha.
Hope you can incorporate this into a gift
for the Dad or Husband in your life!

Find the printables here.


Oh, and come back this week to see
my hubbies 40th Speakeasy Casino Party!
It was a blast!
I just have to sort through
the 400 pictures I took!

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Red Teal and Retro Bridal Shower

One of my favorite color combinations is
Red and Teal.
So, I feel in love with this very cute
Retro Housewives Bridal Shower


The Tables of Teal and Red.......
I love the use of paper as alternative to
expensive place mats and flowers!


The Place Setting....
Nice retro housewives feel.
More paper flower accents throughout....

Pimp my Cupcake...

The Bride chose her favorite and the guest won a prize

I love these napkins....my type of housewife!



Measuring Spoon Favors.....

Pin it!