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Archive for: July, 2010
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July 30, 2010
Nautical Tie The Knot Table Chart
You probably all know from yesterday’s post that we’re thinking nautical these days. Elana from Melangerie sent me pictures of her nautical inspired “tie the knot” Genealogy table charts and they are fabulous. Elana is known for her innovative Genealogy charts and this new “tie the knot” chart is one of my favorites. You can check out Elana’s Genealogy charts on her Etsy site.
We’ll be back next week with a really fun behind-the-scenes…
July 29, 2010
Behind the Scenes – Nautical Design
We’re designing a nautical inspired party and have rope sailor’s knots, anchors, and lighthouses on our mind. I found these adorable mini buoys at an antique shop and had to snag them. Aren’t they cute? There are so many uses for them. They can be used to decorate a summer dinner tabletop, a dessert buffet, or for decorating a house out east. Don’t these cute props make you want to plan a summer fete?…
July 28, 2010
Baking Giveaway Winner!
Congrats to Sally who will be baking cupcakes for her 90 year old grandma with the cupcake kits from Meri Meri and NY Cake from our Baking Giveaway! There are more contests to come so stay tuned!
July 28, 2010
Guest Dessert Table Feature
Don’t miss the amazing pictures below!
I’m very excited about today’s exclusive guest dessert table feature from Scissors Paper Cake of Sydney, Australia. Have you all heard of Scissors Paper Cake? If not, bookmark their site now! They sent over pictures of their latest party- a safari party for a 4yr old boy, Jett, who loves reptiles and animals. The kids ate lion, elephant and giraffe cupcakes and cookies, coconut ice {an Australian fave!},…
July 27, 2010
DIY Project & Template from Twig & Thistle!
I’m thrilled to have Kathleen of Twig and Thistle here today as my first guest blogger! Kathleen is a gifted crafter/designer and since I’m busy getting ready for some entertaining today, Kathleen is here with a great summer entertaining diy tutorial and template! I’ll be back tomorrow with the most adorable guest dessert table and the winner of the Meri Meri/NY Cake Giveaway. Later in the week will be behind-the-scenes of some parties we’re…
July 26, 2010
Vlog #3 – Behind the Scenes at Amy Atlas Events – Visit to Popbar
Vlog #3: Behind the Scenes at Amy Atlas Events – Visit to Popbar from Amy Atlas on Vimeo.
This past Friday, Lisa, Rachael and I took a break from the office during a hot, muggy NYC day to meet with Reuben BenJehuda and Daniel Yaghoubi, co-owners of the Popbar. What a better way to cool off on a hot summer day than to visit a place that specializes in handcrafted gelato on a stick?…
July 23, 2010
Guest Dessert Table Feature
Shelley of How Does She? sent over these beautiful photos of a pink birthday bash for her twin girls first birthday. A few things I adore about this party…
(1) I love the color palette of pink, black and white. It is super girlie with a little edge and has a modern flair.
(2) Shelley’s paper crepe backdrop is darling and looks like it would be easy and inexpensive to make. You can use…
July 22, 2010
DIY Chocolate Bars
It seems that the diy trend has hit the chocolate industry. I’m loving these chocolate bars from Chocri, a German chocolate company that is now in the US. No longer will you be bored with a plain ‘ole chocolate bar, Chocri allows you to customize your chocolate bars with get this…a choice of 100 toppings! From herb and spice toppings like basil and anise to more fun toppings like cinnamon cornflakes and rice crispies,…
July 21, 2010
Baking Giveaway!
I have a great giveaway for all of you baking lovers today! We have a cupcake baking set that will bring out the Betty Crockers in all of you. Meri Meri and NY Cake have graciously offered a giveaway of a fun baking package. For those who don’t know, Meri Meri is a stationery company that has adorable cupcake wrapper kits. NY Cake is my go-to spot for baking supplies in New York. So…
July 20, 2010
Black Eyed Susan Inspired Guest Dessert Table
How lovely is this black-eyed susan set up from Amanda of I am Baker? It makes me want to set up a party outdoors right now. It is such a simple set up, yet it is so charming and beautiful. The gorgeous landscape certainly added to this picture perfect setting. If you are setting up a tablescape outdoors, let the landscape play a role in the design and keep it simple as Amanda did.…
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- "Debbie, it turned out great! Hope Ethan had a wonderful day!"
- "me encanto, felicitaciones por el buen gusto canela dorada"
- "Classic! Great colour combination for a gentleman’s party! I particularly love the packaged brownies!"
- "I had my own astronaut party for my son. We had constellations on the walls made from white lights, his presents..."
- "Gorgeous colours!! Lovely dessert table by Leo and Bella!! xxx Thetis Little Sooti"
- "I LOVE this! So creative! Fun! Fun! Fun!"
- "that’s fantastic!!"
- "My husband just got accepted to a program to get his PhD — this party will be a great inspiration as I throw..."
