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This super cute Rustic Sock Monkey First Birthday Party by Louise Sanders of Sunshine Shabby just has me smitten! From the burlap and wood textures to the knitted sock monkey pillow and creative candy names, I just want to cuddle this party all up! :) (Fore more sock monkey party ideas go here and here!) PARTY HIGHLIGHTS to look out for: [...]
How do you take a casual board game like Scrabble and make it E-L-E-G-A-N-T? Cheryl Weise of CW distinctive DESIGNS used lace, burlap and an all white color palette for her Shabby Chic Scrabble Inspired Wedding Dessert Table! Incredible desserts and classic candy on a handcrafted ruffle tablecloth by Paula and Erika added even more sweetness to a very special day. :) [...]
Inspired by the brides’ shabby chic wedding, Ashley of Southern Mae Photography designed and captured all the down to earth details in this Charming Greenhouse Bridal Shower! At a local garden nursery she set up a vibrant Bubbly Bar, cheese and fruit display and a tablescape with feminine lace, perfect for this sweet bride-to-be! PARTY HIGHLIGHTS to look out [...]
I know some girls that would be begging to have this AMAZING party if they knew what Deanna of Mirabelle Creations dreamed up for her daughter Mira’s 10th birthday party! Get ready for a creative, playful – and totally doable – Sprinkles Party with a yogurt bar and sleepover style “brinner” (brunch for dinner)! The fun & crafty decorations [...]
Winner update: 4/17/13: This giveaway is now closed. Thanks so much to everyone that entered! And the lucky random winners are… Entries #2596 CHRISTINE S. #2275 BARB S. #2101 KELLY M. #3449 DAVID T. #3149 MELISSA M.! Congrats! ***** We have an EXCITING giveaway to bring you today!! I love it when that happens. ;) This giveaway is courtesy of OnlineLabels.com, who will be randomly selecting 5 WINNERS [...]
Feliz Cumpelaños! For Jackson’s first birthday mommy, Darci White of The Good Life Blog, styled a Vintage Fiesta First Birthday Party! Chicle (gum), Animalitos (animal crackers) and more classic treats paired with crafty DIY decorations (like the amazing piñata and cute photo banner) + adorable printables by Wants & Wishes help inspire for fiestas of all occasions (especially for Cinco de Mayo coming [...]
Kerri of BigKlittlek Designs helped co-host this colorful Keep Calm and Have A Baby {Shower}! Chevron pattern, clever signs, vibrant food and DIY embellishments brought this baby shower to life! (Fore more baby shower ideas go here and here!) PARTY HIGHLIGHTS to look out for: – “Keep Calm and Grab A Pacifier” Printable Toppers – Punch dispenser embellished with ric rac [...]
Crissy’s Crafts is always throwing a party! And this time it’s a Glam Pink & Black Bunco Party for her daughter’s 14th birthday! Boas, candy and a chocolate fountain… sounds like mom got “BUNCO” with her birthday girl! (For more of her clever party themes go here and here!) PARTY HIGHLIGHTS to look out for: – Damask [...]
Here we go with Part 2 of the Royal Baby Shower recap! The theme, decorations, and tablescapes are explained in Part 1 of the recap, so I’ll keep this intro short. :) Scroll down to check out details on the food, drinks, and cake table! PARTY HIGHLIGHTS to look out for: – “Royal Hydration Station” [...]
I’m really excited to share a baby shower I styled & co-hosted for a childhood friend recently who I’ve known since we were 4 years old! Inspired by the look of her nursery, which has sort of a glam/posh princess vibe, I decided to go with a Royal Baby Shower theme that was super playful, [...]
Here we go with the latest round of Friday Party of 5 picks from our HWTM.com members! Just click on a party title or collage to check out the full album & details from the following creative events: – Glamorous Black & White Dessert Table – Seuss Themed (Triplets!) First Birthday – Country Garden Boy [...]
Bullseye! Melissa of Melissa Biador Photography hit the target for her daughter’s 5th birthday! Like the wisps, she led us into the forest for an Enchanting “Brave” Inspired Birthday Party with moss, wooden accents, and Hamish, Hubert and Harris dolls! Fate couldn’t have planned a more magical celebration! PARTY HIGHLIGHTS to look out for: – Witches Brew and water bottles [...]
So who here likes to party? I already know its you, because here at Hostess With The Mostess, we’re all about amazingly beautiful parties! Hi, it’s me, Jen Hrycyk, your resident photographer. Today I want to give you a few tips for Taking GORGEOUS Photos at your GORGEOUS events!
Inspired by ruffles, lace and floral prints The Pear, Event Styling & Planning set up a {Teacups & Tutus} Delightful Girls Tea Party! Adorable outfits and “tea time” treats are perfect for a sweet birthday or simply a special day in the park! PARTY HIGHLIGHTS to look out for: – Mason jars with dainty lace trim + party [...]
I just love entertaining outdoors… there’s something about being outside in a beautiful spring or summer day that seems to put everyone in a happy mood right from the get-go, so now that the weather is warming up, our next backyard party is definitely on my mind! And speaking of outdoor entertaining, I’ve also been [...]
