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Sunday, November 30, 2008
I am finally breathing a sigh of relief. For some, the party season is just beginning. For me, it feels just about over. November was a whirlwind of festivities, ending with my son's first birthday party. I had so much fun planning and throwing his party, but I must admit I am happy to be done for now!
Labels: first birthday, kid party, kid party ideas
I love the work of stylist Molly Fitzsimmons. I think the shrimp skewer suspended above the cocktail sauce cup (in this case, it is actually soup) is particularly genius (bottom photo). The orange centerpiece (6th photo) is a lovely, simple idea as well.
Labels: inspiration, molly fitzsimmons, stylist
Our South Beach trip went so quickly, it already seems a distant memory. Some favorite lounging and hot spots around the town, above. From top: The Standard, opening weekend at FontaineBleau (2), The Standard again (2), the Delano, Townhouse.
Labels: miami
Oh! I have such a hard time shopping for others when there are so many great sales going on this time of year. The latest and greatest for Nashvillians is the Pears + Bears / Kayce Hughes warehouse sale. Details here.
Labels: genifer goodman sohr, kayce hughes, pears + bears
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
I couldn't have picked a better time for my self-proclaimed 'fall photo day' with my son. Unfortunately, he has just started walking, was tired and didn't cooperate. Still, I managed to get a couple of good shots. The above photos give you a sense of the idyllic setting... even a couple of little deer joined us at one point (top photo)!
Labels: inspiration, photos, whitney english
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
For my Party reader interested in Thanksgiving ideas, I direct you to two sources:
Labels: inspiration, table decor, table setting, thanksgiving
I have two new favorite etsy sellers, thanks to the latest issue of Small.
I'm not usually big on blog inspiration boards (only because they sometimes seem a bit overdone), but this one from Snippet & Ink is an all-time fave. Using clips from one of my favorite MS Weddings as a jumping point, all the other red and white elements coexist beautifully.
Labels: inspiration, inspiration board
I love the varying garlands on this table, especially the vintage postcards. Some of the elements are a little too 'Victorian' for my taste, but overall, I think this was done beautifully. If you lost some of the lace elements, the setting would have a more contemporary bent. For more pictures, look here.
Labels: garlands, table setting
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
I'm having a hard time focusing on anything right now, since my husband surprised me with a trip to South Beach this weekend! I can't stop humming Will Smith's "Going to Miami..." We've talked about taking this vacation for YEARS, and I suppose he decided we needed a celebrate our son's almost 1, late 5-year anniversary, early christmas present.
Labels: miami
Monday, November 17, 2008
Beautiful images styled by Pamela Duncan Silver.
Labels: pamela duncan silver, table setting
While yes, I am thinking about holiday cards, I have not fully accepted that the season is upon us. It seems to sneak up on me every year!
Labels: christmas
I love the new 'tablescape' feature of House Beautiful. Every month they feature a tabletop designed by one person with certain guests in mind. This particular table is a favorite, designed by Cameron Silver. He envisions the setup within his shop, for a wealthy client. Can you imagine the lucky person who might get entertained like this? I wonder how much you'd have to spend to get treated this way!
Labels: house beautiful, table setting
I'm trying to decide what holiday card to use this year, and am having a tough time making a decision. Above are my current contenders... bird wreath, brown chevron, and deer antlers-red(I think the white one would be really cute, too!). I'm going to have to take a look back at my photos and see which will match up best.
Labels: christmas, Hicks Paper Goods
Friday, November 14, 2008
Last night was fun. A dinner for 10 women, all of whom I enjoy being around. I tried to time things so that I actually got to spend some time with my guests. Everything I fixed required different timing (basil and goat cheese chicken, haricots verts, roasted potatoes, rice), however, so while I did get to chat some- I spent more time in the kitchen then I would have liked. The potatoes took wayyyy longer then they were supposed to, but it all turned out fine in the end. We ate like Europeans and dined at 9, but no one seemed to have a problem with it. The top two photos are the only ones I managed...of the drinks set-up, and some of the apps (ricotta and goat cheese spread with sun-dried tomato salsa).
Labels: birthday party, kid party, kid party ideas, real party