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Easter Wonderland Outdoor Party with Croquet for Kids

This spring, host an Easter in Wonderland party, themed on an enchanted garden with tea party decor and of course, white rabbits! Designate a Party Space with a Paneled Wall This outdoor scene is set for an afternoon of sipping tea and tasting scrumptious sweets with friends and family. A wood paneled fence with scrollwork …

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DIY Holiday Craft Cocktails in Mason Jars

‘Tis the season, for DIY holiday gift making, like these festive craft cocktails! Get in the holiday “spirit” with these mason jar cocktail kits that you can create yourself. They’re made from a melange of dehydrated fruits, organic sugar and dried herbs. Simply add ten to twelve ounces of your favorite liquor, and allow to …

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Maleficent Baby Shower in an Enchanted Forest

It’s my pleasure to bring you a look at this beautiful party, with a theme of Maleficent and Aurora, the Sleeping Beauty, in an enchanted forest. My clients are avid Disney lovers, and also have a sultry, dark side that they wished to have reflected in their event’s decor. Their beautiful baby girl will be …

Boho Glam Halloween is Sinister and Sexy with Crystals Skulls and Roses

Decadent boho glam decor and vintage look Halloween tableware sets a glamorous stage for a Halloween party when paired with sparkling crystals, air plants and roses. This upscale, elegant dinner party includes a stunning jewel and crystal encrusted Gazelle Skull wall hanging, Crystal Skull Centerpiece and coordinating skull vases filled with fresh flowers. Don’t miss the frighteningly festive bar …

A Wedding Inspired by the South of France

Fresh lavender, sunflower fields, local honey and a slower pace of life are the hallmarks of the southern French lifestyle. This wedding inspiration focuses on the natural beauty of the Provence region of France, with neutral decor elements, fresh olive greenery, and crisp white tableware. Sip a glass of rose wine, as you gather with …

Girls will be perfectly pampered at this Spa Party!

A spa party is a perfect celebration for girls to get together for some glamour and pampering! It doesn’t even have to be a girls birthday party to throw a fantastic spa party! Gather some friends and enjoy these tips and tricks for creating and decorating the spa party of her dreams! All of the …

Perfectly Pink Wedding Palette Ideas

Pink is the perfect color for a wedding, it’s brings feelings of happiness, cheer and hope. In so many shades, it’s a fabulous color that is flattering on all skin tones, and can be used as a main wedding color, or an accent color. Get more ideas on incorporating pink with glamour into your wedding …

Edible Fake Blood

Halloween is one of my favorite holidays. We love to host parties for our friends, wear whole-family themed costumes, enjoy creative and crafty treats and Halloween libations with plenty of “boos” from our bar. (Spooky-tini, anyone?) My Halloween tricks and treats just wouldn’t be the same without a little edible fake blood! I’ve been asked to share …

Recipe: Lavender Essence

Lavender essence is an elegant and unexpected addition to many traditional recipes. I use this to enhance cocktails, desserts, and to make simple syrup. Be sure to use only organic, culinary grade lavender buds. Lavender Essence 1 cup organic culinary grade lavender flowers 2 cups water Bring water to boil, and add the lavender buds. …

Dirty Drinks, with Ice Cream and a Cherry on Top!

Ice cream fountain drinks are a cool way to beat the summer heat, and we’ve amped up your favorite classic soda-shop recipes, turning them into creative cocktails, with whipped cream and a cherry on top! Our first culinary concoction is a Cherry Lemon Fizz with Mango Sorbet. It’s a cool, refreshing glass of YUM! Trader …