{Party Inspiration} Apples, Apples!

I love Fall! The colorful leaves, the crisp air, and all of the delicious APPLES! Yes, I said apples. There is just something so wonderful to me about fresh, fall apples. Don't you agree? I was inspired by the recent cool down in Virginia and ready to style a Fall-themed party. My mind naturally focused on an APPLE theme (apple cider, candy apples, cider donuts...) and this is what I came up with for my inspiration:

An Apples, Apples! Themed Party Inspiration Board

This apple-themed party would be fun for a back-to-school celebration, an apple picking party, a fall birthday, or just to celebrate the season with your family and friends. What comes to mind when you think of Fall?

Image Credits:
1. Apple Cupcakes: What's New, Cupcake?  2. Apple Invitation: The Homespun Hostess  3. Candy Apples: Wedding by Color  4. Apples Sign: Hello Naomi  5. Cider Donuts: Handmade Simple  6. Apple Wreath: Faux Flora  7. Apple Plates Craft: Two Shades of Pink  8. Apple/Floral Centerpiece: Style Me Pretty  9. Apple Cider: Google

A Purple and Key Lime Inspiration Board

A couple of months ago I was asked to design a dessert table for an upcoming bridal shower. I have been especially excited about this project since the bride-to-be was one of my best childhood friends and we have been fortunate enough to stay in touch over the years. Since the shower is being held next weekend, I thought that I would give a sneak peak at what's to come. I chose a purple and gray color scheme for the dessert table with a touch of key lime green (key lime pie is the bride-to-be's favorite and will be featured on the dessert table). I wanted the table to have a modern, feminine feel and to reflect the shower's purpose...to celebrate LOVE. Here is the inspiration board that I created for the event. I can't wait to share my photos after the special day.

{Party Inspiration} A Mexican-Inspired Bridal Shower

One of my dearest friends is preparing to give her youngest sister a bridal shower and asked me to put together some ideas. Since the wedding is being held in Mexico, the shower's theme and decor is going to be Mexican-Inspired. Here is the inspiration board that I created:

The shower is going to be casual and FUN. So, I suggested that they incorporate lots of vibrant colors into the party decor through the use of flowers, table linens, and fun decorations (maybe a sombrero on each table, Mexican-inspired flags/banners, lanterns, etc.). I also suggested adding tea lights on the tables for a touch of elegance and sending guests home with a jar of Mexican wedding cookies.

Now I want to throw a little fiesta of my own! Who's in?

Image credits from left to right: (1 & 11: The Tea Room, 2 & 6: Social Couture, 5 & 12: Aymujer, 3: Good House Keeping, 2 & 13: The Little Things)

Thanksgiving Inspiration

Now that Halloween has come and gone, I am starting to plan for Thanksgiving. Here is my inspiration board for a children's Thanksgiving celebration. Enjoy!


Photo credits, starting from large middle picture: 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11 Parents; 3, 8, 10, 13 Better Homes and Gardens; 6 Pottery Barn Kids; 12 Bakerella

Little Red Car Inspiration Board

Beep! Beep! Make way for this adorable Little Red Car inspiration board from The Party Dress and WH Hostess. Isn't it cute!

Back-to-School Party Inspiration

With only a few more weeks until we get back into the school routines, I have been trying to come up with some fun ideas for helping my rising preschooler and 1st grader celebrate BACK TO SCHOOl. Will I have time to do a party...not sure. But, I did put together this inspiration board to help inspire you. Even if you don't want to host a party, there are some great ideas for things that you can do to make going to back school special. Enjoy!

{Photo Credits from top left: Photos 1, 2, 10, 13 Merry B Events; Photos 3,5 Martha Stewart; Photos 4, 6 Land of Nod; Photo 7 Canadian House and Home; Photo 8, Family Fun; Photo 9, Blue Moon Studios; Photo 11, Pottery Barn Kids; Photo 12, Lori's Place}

School supplies are great for dressing up a table for your back-to-school celebration. You can group crayons, pencils, rulers, apples and others items together and display them in clear containers for a completed look.



These DIY mini blackboards would be perfect for place cards on the table (Canadian House and Home). How cute is this idea from Merry B Events: use inexpensive crayon/supply boxes to serve each child's lunch in. Tuck a sandwich, some fruit, a drink, and a little snack into each one and it's good to go.

And finally, if you want to send your guests home with a little something in hand, you can hand out backpack tags (Bushel and Peck Paper), lunch bag labels, stickers (Marth Stewart), or some age-appropiate flashcards or a game (The Land of Nod).