How to write a thank you note: 5 simple guidelines

If you’re struggling with the task of writing thank you notes after a special occasion, use this simple “cheat sheet” to make the job easy.

French, fresh macarons make a delightful dessert

Slide over, cupcakes. There are new sweeties on the block that are as pretty as they are delicious. We’re talking about macarons (not to be confused with macaroons, which are dense, coconut goodies.)
Macarons are delicate disk-shaped, bite-size, meringue-like cookies–puffy and tasty clouds of sweetness.
The cookies are eye-catching, too, thanks to their feminine pastel colors and […]

Elegant floral spring centerpiece ideas

Flowers make the most elegant centerpieces for spring holidays and celebrations. Use this inspiration board to help you create or purchase the best centerpieces for your celebration.  Here are descriptions of the arrangements above, some of which include directions on how to create them:
Different sized containers (top, left): You can use miscellaneous containers to […]

Cute and quick flowers for a party at the office

Here’s an affordable, easy idea, from the Flower Council of Holland, to decorate for any celebration at the office. These pretty arrangements are based on the simple, eco-friendly idea of recycling disposable coffee or beverage cups.
Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, engagement, or shower, set out several small flower arrangements along the center of the conference […]

Free party printables from talented designers

Here’s a little bit of extra help for the end of the summer celebrations that you already may be planning. All of these adorable and free printables, created by talented designers, will make great additions to your dinner party, birthday celebration, engagement party, or any other special gathering with friends and family.
It’s easy to get […]

Party easy: Sunny, yellow dinner party inspiration board

Photo credits: Yellow-themed floral arrangements  (bottom left),  by White Poppy  florist,  and Limonata lemonade bottles in footed trifle  bowl (top right) both photographed  by Darby Elizabeth photography  and posted on Blue Orchid Designs.  Sangria by K Sherrie+Company,  citrus macarons (center, right)  by Bake it Pretty, and yellow place card by Plum Party.   Foods shown in […]

Amazingly elegant recipe for a small shower or brunch

I just stumbled on the most wonderfully decadent and elegant recipe for a brunch or small shower.Watched the video on how to prepare Wild Mushroom and Brie Crispy Rolls, and wanted to make it NOW. (Will require a shopping trip, however.)
The video, featuring chef Jerome,  of the Provence Grill restaurant in downtown Miami, was prepared […]

Liven up any party with sunflowers

Just as recent clothing trends have shown brighter colors,  party and home décor trends reflect the bright colors of the season–and particularly, bright yellow. Whether you’re having guests over for appetizers, cocktails, dinner, or gourmet desserts, beautiful decorations or flowers always add an extra special touch.
Decorations and floral arrangements can be affordable […]

Great idea for any milestone event or fundraiser: Wish trees

      
Here is another great idea we came across at the Dining by Design show in nyc, sponsored by DIFFA (Design Industry Foundation Fighting AIDS). A wish tree, like the one photographed above, is a memorable addition to any milestone event, such as a graduation party, engagement party, baby shower, bridal shower, anniversary or […]

Happy 1st Birthday–to a lovely floral centerpiece

Today is the one-year anniversary of a post on this blog about the gorgeous and eco-friendly centerpiece (above, left) that I won at a luncheon to benefit the Henry Viscardi School, in Albertson, New York, a model program that enables those with disabilities to learn, achieve, and follow their dreams.
The centerpiece that I was thrilled […]

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