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JENNIFER SBRANTI is the co-founder and Editor-in-Chief of Hostess with the Mostess® (HWTM), a hip and modern party planning resource. HWTM brings creative entertaining ideas to light through an inspirational “how-to” website and popular daily blog.

Having hosted countless celebrations herself, ranging from special occasion showers and everyday get-togethers to large events, Sbranti now shares her contemporary style and no-fuss approach to entertaining with others. Her ideas have been featured in media outlets such as People, InStyle Weddings, Life&Style, Real Simple, and Extra! TV, and she is a featured contributor for several well-respected online communities, including iVillage.com and BHG.com.

Sbranti resides in San Diego with her husband {and business partner} Sonny and their sweet 1-year old daughter, Macy.

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For more cupcake inspiration, check out these great cupcake-themed blogs! You’ll find loads of recipes, wonderful photos, and step-by-step instructions at Cheryl Porro’s cupcake bake shop blog…. …and at cupcakes take the cake, you’ll find “everything you ever wanted to know about cupcakes from true cupcake fans” (and I have to say it all looks [...]

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Check out these adorable, unique designs from Holly Hatam of TearDrop Weddings! It’s always so great to discover new designers out there that are branching out with modern, innovative designs – and Holly’s collection definitely fits the bill…from cheeky illustrations to bold silhouettes like the chandelier design pictured below – you’ll find wedding invitations, save [...]

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If you’re looking to treat yourself or a special someone else today – check out the Valentines Gift Guide going on over at Indie Fixx. You’ll find special discount codes to use on lots of great gift ideas! I know this isn’t totally “hostess-related”, but I couldn’t resist passing along images of some of the [...]

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I’m in love with the new butterfly collection from elum designs. The detail in the illustrations is absolutely gorgeous! These new letterpress notecards come in 2 different designs: Painted Butterfly (set includes 6 notecards and 6 coordinating enclosure cards) and Flutterfly (6 notecards). Speaking of being in love…don’t miss the the new Valentine’s greeting cards [...]

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Scroll down for info on HWTM’s “Setting the Romance” segment (as seen on NBC San Diego this morning!) – featuring the “Modern Romance” tabletop design and unique Valentine’s day treats & gift ideas…

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Looking for a modern take on the traditional Valentine’s Day dinner for two? Keep reading for detailed instructions on how to recreate the "Modern Romance" tabletop design shown here – and tips on where to find the things you’ll need! How to recreate this setting at home: 1. Start with a palette of black and [...]

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