{To Die For} Margarita
In looking for ideas for a Cinco de Mayo celebration, I came across this recipe for raspberry & key lime margaritas. They have quickly moved up to the top of my list for Saturday’s Cinco de Mayo...
View ArticleCool Down Your Cocktails
With the crazy heat wave we have been experiencing this week in Chicago, I have been looking for ways to keep cool. Originally shot for the summer issue of The Party Dress Magazine (pre-order your...
View ArticleIce Pop Mimosas
When the dog days of summer are upon us, I turn to creative ways to cool down….especially when it comes to my cocktails! By now, I am sure you have all seen the popsicle-in-a-wine-glass image floating...
View ArticleCitrus-Infused Water
One of my favorite elements from my summer picnic spread in The Party Dress Magazine was the citrus-infused water. Always a fan, and inspired by Kelly’s favorite combo {see her post here}, I set out...
View ArticleThe Strawberry Muddle
It’s been a long summer of ZERO entertaining for me, due to our unexpected kitchen and home renovation. I’m cautiously hoping that the light at the end of the tunnel is shining a little bit brighter...
View ArticleMINT + PEACH BABY SHOWER | DECOR
I am thrilled to be sharing this party with you today! Last year, I was asked to design a full custom collection of party goods for a baby shower being thrown for event planner, Lauren Stewart. When...
View ArticleWHAT WILL IT BEE? BABY SHOWER by WH HOSTESS
When throwing a baby shower for a couple that remains in the dark about the gender of their baby, it’s important to choose a gender-neutral color palette, and a theme that appeals to the parent’s...
View ArticleCHIC MERMAID PARTY by WH HOSTESS
I have a drop-dead-gorgeous party to share with you today! I recently designed the paper goods for one of my favorite California clients’ daughter’s birthday party: an under-the-sea mermaid party full...
View ArticlePARTIES by WH HOSTESS | FROZEN ICE PRINCESS
Working with my custom party-planning clients is one of my favorite parts of my job. I love assisting them to create an experience for their guests that is both entertaining and stylish. And...
View Article5 on FRIDAY | TAILGATING TIPS for ENTERTAINING
Who’s ready for a football weekend? I recently partnered up with Pinnacle Vodka to create 5 tips for tailgating on your Sunday Funday. Whether you are tailgating outside your favorite field, or...
View ArticleFIESTA PARTY | CELEBRATE CINCO de MAYO WITH KIDS
Cinco de Mayo is a colorful, festive celebration that typically is more geared towards adults. I have a couple fun ideas for you, from my book Stylish Kids’ Parties, on how to throw your littles a...
View ArticleACCESSORIZE 4th OF JULY COCKTAILS
Sometimes you just need one little accessory to make your holiday style “pop!” These American flag drink umbrellas from Party City are PERFECT for this. Add them to cocktails, to kids fruit punch –...
View ArticleSUMMER PARTIES with PAMA LIQUEUR | ENTER TO WIN
This post was sponsored by Heaven Hill Distilleries, Heaven Hill Family of Brands. Bardstown, KY © 2015 Happy Monday, Friends! I’m so excited to share some great news with you today. I am partnering...
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