The holiday season always means lots of parties! If you’re playing host or hostess in December, be sure to check out our tips for stress-free holiday fete over on Lux & Concord. It includes some beautiful shots from a recent shoot with the fabulous vendors, listed below. Happy hosting! Photography: Samantha Melanson Photography Florals: Moonstone and Moss Calligraphy: posh + … More Holiday Tips Featured on Lux & Concord
Recently I had the good fortune of collaborating with a stellar creative team to throw a Saturday night Scotch Tasting. Kathryn Yee of Bash Studio was the creative genius behind the event and she invited me to provide some of the vintage props and decorative touches. Her official title is “event curator” and details are … More Scotch Tasting at the W
This year I was more than happy to tackle the decor for What’s Your Beef. You may remember the inspiration board from last month, when a lot of the crafts were just rough plans. I didn’t quite know how a lot of the elements would turn out, but I’m pleased that almost everything ended up … More What’s Your Beef 2013 Decor Re-Cap
I’ve been getting requests for the menu from the Downton Abbey dinner party that Dustin threw in February, so I thought I would share it here. It was a potluck and everyone contributed, but Dustin helped guide those of us who were new to the concept 0f a Downton Abbey dinner. We had an extravagant … More Downton Abbey Dinner Menu
No one does a dinner party like my good friend Dustin of Dustin Rennells Design. An amazing cook and splendid host with a flair for event planning, he’s held some of the most unique parties I’ve ever attended. When he commits to a theme he follows through on every detail. This old-world styled potluck dinner & … More A Downton Abbey Dinner Party
I’m not quite sure where this full-on love affair with teacups came from…but it started about a year and a half ago. Whenever I’m out thrifting I keep my eyes open for pieces of china to add to the ever-expanding collection and have even gotten a couple of donations from friends & family (thanks Auntie … More Teacup Collection
Last night we welcomed in the New Year with friends at an apartment decorated to the nines. Every nook of the apartment was filled with NYE flair and confetti. From gold spray painted animal figurines, champagne jello shots and a homemade photo booth, not a single detail was overlooked. This kicked off the first year … More Scenes of New Year’s Eve!
The older I get, the more appealing a New Year’s Eve staying in becomes. I think a night spent in with good friends, good food and plenty of champagne easily tops a night of trekking around a frozen city in heels. This year I’ll be having the ideal celebration thanks to three friends who stepped … More New Year’s Eve Hostess Gift
Hosting a New Year’s Eve bash this year? There are two stars at any NYE party – the drinks & the New York City Times Square ball. This quick craft celebrates both! A swizzle stick is a simple way to dress up your drinks and impress your guests. After a season of holiday parties and … More New Year’s Eve Swizzle Sticks
I was over the moon excited when my friend and college roommate, Devon, reached out to me with incredibly kind words and feedback about Pop & Circumstance. I was even more thrilled to learn that she was inspired by my very first post about appreciating the small things, and had a particular project in mind. She’s … More Mini Pine Cone Cakes
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