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20 Cool Home Bar Design Ideas

20 Cool Home Bar Design Ideas

Isn’t it nice to have a home bar ready for those times when you want to mix cocktails for a dinner party or a nightcap? That could be as a special room designed for the task as a small sideboard that is filled with all necessary stuff. Even small mobile carts works well because they can fit everything you need... Continue reading »

A Rustic Farmhouse Engagement Party Inspiration

A Rustic Farmhouse Engagement Party Inspiration

Happy Thursday everyone!  Wedding planning is in full swing, and for all of the spring/summer brides out there now is the time when you might be getting just a little bit overwhelmed with all of the to-do’s on your list, so I have a suggestion… take some time to celebrate!  Taking a night off to enjoy... Continue reading »

DIY :: Gold Confetti Runner

DIY :: Gold Confetti Runner

When I was younger, I hated setting the table for dinner parties (my mother can attest to it). Funny how our tendencies change, isn’t it? These days, I can imagine very few things that get my creative juices flowing more than designing a fabulous table, then setting it just in time to show off to friends and... Continue reading »

DIY Housewarming Party Invitations

I love these last-minute invitations that Jen created using free paint color chips from her local Green Depot: In addition to being a quick, easy, and totally creative to invite a few friends over for a housewarming, I love the use of the vintage typewriter! Such a perfect idea for a housewarming or informal dinner... Continue reading »

Muuto's Four Flower VasePerfect Vase for the Busy Host

Muuto's Four Flower VasePerfect Vase for the Busy Host

I do not like receiving flowers when I am hosting a dinner party. It isn’t because I am too busy cooking to look for a suitable vase—being frank, the only cooking I am doing when I play host is using the oven to keep the take-out warm—I’m just way too picky with the flowers I like, and if I am bestowed the... Continue reading »

diy: utensil packets

diy: utensil packets

Here's an idea to do if you ever throw a dinner party: Individual utensil packets! Step One: Get a donut bag. (I love these things.) Cut it right down the middle and fold the open flap 1cm in the back and use clear tape to seal. Step two: Trim the top with fancy scissors. Step three: Put in your utensils, straw, and a... Continue reading »

Chace Crawford and Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo had some family bonding in New York this weekend

Chace Crawford and Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo had some family bonding in New York this weekend

The brothers-in-law held court at a private dinner party for about 20 friends, including fellow Cowboy Miles Austin, at Philippe restaurant Saturday night. The rowdy crew then headed to the Dream Downtown in Chelsea for some late-night revelry. A spy told us that hotel guests’ heads turned sharply when they saw the... Continue reading »

That’s What Friends Are For: L.A. Reid’s Wife Saves Her Fashionista BFF After Her Wig Goes Up In Flames!!

That’s What Friends Are For: L.A. Reid’s Wife Saves Her Fashionista BFF After Her Wig Goes Up In Flames!!

They say a friend in need is a friend indeed… L.A. Reid’s wife Erica saved her friend June Haynes, VP of retail at Valentino, after her bouffant hairdo caught fire at a party at Co-Op in the Hotel on Rivington on Monday night. Guests who were amazed to see Haynes’ hair ignite after she unwittingly leaned... Continue reading »

Unique Boutonnieres and other Friday Favorites

Unique Boutonnieres and other Friday Favorites

Somewhere in between taking down the Christmas tree and trying to stick to New Year’s Resolutions, I’ve totally neglected this little corner of my world. So I’m making a new New Year’s Resolution (that sounds silly) to post more often. Starting with a recurring feature, my Friday Favorites.... Continue reading »

Friday Favorites!

Friday Favorites!

Happy Happy Friday kids!Weekends are feeling more and more like mini vacays now with the fab weather! Sunny days and breezy nights, late night walks, relaxing on the deck, grilling, and watching our pack of pups run around the yard. And with all of my siblings around at all times it feels like a get together or party.... Continue reading »

Contemporary Dinner Party Painting by Elaine Badgley

Contemporary Dinner Party Painting by Elaine Badgley

When we wrote about 5 Different Decades of Dinner Parties, the oldest, most formal parties were depicted in paintings. Which made us love seeing this oil painting depiction of a contemporary dinner Continue reading »

The Soul Food Cast Has A Dinner Party

The Soul Food Cast Has A Dinner Party

All in Atlanta this weekend for their Soul Food reunion on the “Mo’Nique Show,” the cast of the movie had a little dinner party at the Uptown Lounge. Malinda Williams, Vanessa Williams, Nicole Ari Parker, Boris Kodjoe, Darrin Henson, Teri J. Vaughn, and others all got together to kick it. More pics... Continue reading »

{Giveaway} Hosting a Dinner Party with Chicken Caesar Cups!

{Giveaway} Hosting a Dinner Party with Chicken Caesar Cups!

Between the book tour + wedding planning, I was glad to find a wee bit of time to schedule a dinner party with some of my besties. My task was to try a twist on the classic “crusted chicken” recipe as part of the Hellman’s Chicken Change-Up! So I made mini Italian chicken strips in individual Caesar... Continue reading »

LLG Home: Designing a Table Setting for my Gü Dinner Party

LLG Home: Designing a Table Setting for my Gü Dinner Party

For the Gü Puds chocolate extravaganza at my London apartment last week, we wanted the table to look as if it would for one of the supper parties I throw at home for my friends. That meant breaking out my canteens of vintage silver-plated cutlery, the piles of huge starched linen napkins, my Rosenthal bone china side... Continue reading »

Picture of the Day: Dinner Party Anyone?

Picture of the Day: Dinner Party Anyone?

This picture totally makes me want to throw an outdoor dinner party --- now I just need the table.  {and, the benches. and everything else.} Otherwise, I am all set.  via bright bazaar Continue reading »

{5 celebrities i'd like to have dinner with} (linky party)

{5 celebrities i'd like to have dinner with} (linky party)

{hiiiii!} so per my tuesday usual, i'm joining once again with, {Moments that Define Life} for {Listable Life} this weeks topic is 5 celebrities i'd like to have dinner with... 1. Britney Spears: (Don't hate, now!!) I've been obsessed with Ms. Britney Spears since I was young. She was my top teen pop singer EVER. I... Continue reading »

Sweet & Simple Valentine’s Day Dinner Party

Sweet & Simple Valentine’s Day Dinner Party

Hostess with the Mostess® This sweet and simple Valentine’s Day dinner party is easy enough for even the last minute planner to pull off in a pinch, while the festive aqua & red color palette make for a lasting impression! From the delicate hearts pattern on the table covering to the pretty vintage aqua... Continue reading »

“Love Letters” Valentine’s Dinner Party & Free Printables!

“Love Letters” Valentine’s Dinner Party & Free Printables!

Hi my fellow party hostesses! Looking for some inspirational Valentine’s Day ideas?! I absolutely adore this party design and the free printables that come along with it! Designed by Meredith Santucci of MJ Paperie & Party Design, this simple yet elegant Valentine’s dinner party has given me a newfound... Continue reading »

Rustic Wine & Cheese Themed Dinner Party

Rustic Wine & Cheese Themed Dinner Party

This photo shoot makes me want to jump right in and spend the weekend with friends gabbing around that table! The simple rustic setting is the perfect background for a wine and cheese themed dinner party. Created for an inspiration shoot by Alchemy Fine Events & Enchanted Dream Weddings, the combination of rustic... Continue reading »

Easy Dinner Party Recipe: Creamy Chicken Pasta Skillet

Easy Dinner Party Recipe: Creamy Chicken Pasta Skillet

If you know me, you know I love desserts. I spend countless hours designing up, baking, and decorating elaborate treats for dinner parties (I even have another blog devoted to those sweet somethings). So when it comes to the actual meal, I’m usually covered in flour, exhausted, and totally clueless as to what to... Continue reading »