Entry #745, November 6, 2011 Every Thanksgiving, the main attraction is the dinner and the beautiful settings. Today, see beautiful table setting ideas. From floral to crafts, and a variety of table settings to fit every budget. Look at some of my favorites from Martha Stewart. Feathered Friends These handsome place-card gobblers add a burst…
Guest Blog #240, Entry #740, November 3, 2011 While Halloween is over, it doesn’t mean that pumpkins can’t be used creatively throughout your autumn decor. Whether you are hosting a party, planning wedding decoration ideas or want a warm color splash to your entertaining needs, pumpkins are the perfect solution! Today, my Guest Blogger, Susanna…
Entry #686, October 3, 2011 Are you thinking of how to incorporate Halloween decor into your home this season without having to turn your whole dining table orange and black? From colorful dinnerware to creative dining room ideas, look at these inspiring ideas for a ghoulishly fun autumn dining rooms. Image courtesy ofPottery Barn Image…
Guest Blog #184, Entry #665, September 18, 2011 If you look through the history of dinner parties, the entire evolution of having grand sprawling tablescapes with formal attire and gorgeous place settings was customary. As the years have evolved, dinner parties have become more subdued, but we all still enjoy entertaining and hosting dinner parties…
Guest Blog #158, Entry #633, August 29, 2011 Let’s face it, everyone would like their homes to be appealing to guests while entertaining, but many don’t know how. Whether it’s too much clutter in your rooms, or your interiors lack creativity and inspiration, today’s Guest Blogger will give you tips to make your home more…
Entry #610, August 6, 2011 Happy DIY Saturday! For most of you preparing for back to school time, there are still a few weeks left of August to throw an outdoor summer party. Whether you are holding a small intimate gathering or a large pool or beach party – getting your outdoor area ready is…
Guest Blog #126, Entry #593, July 20, 2011 Summertime is a great time to gather friends and family over a pool party, summer brunch or even a barbecue in the backyard. Before you get focused on what food to serve, you need to clean your home! Today my Guest Blogger, Tim Reily gives tips for…
Entry #583, July 10, 2011 When I hear my friends and colleagues talk about how they are spending their summers, they are filled with vacations, relaxing, spending time with family in the outdoors, and plenty of soul searching…. geesh not me! My summer has been filled with chauffeuring my teenagers around the city and becoming…
Entry #575, July 1, 2011 If you are planning out your 4th of July menu, today’s post is for you! From delicious grilled corn on the cob to yummy chicken kabobs, take a look at these ideas from Southern Living for an Easy 4th of July Feast! What a perfect way to celebrate the United…
Guest Blog #110, Entry #573, June 30, 2011 With summer in full swing, it’s no wonder congregating around the pool and entertaining family and friends is exciting around this time of year. Today, my Guest Blogger gives tips for hosting the perfect pool party this season. _________________ As the warm weather approaches the pool parties…
Entry #572, June 29, 2011 The 4th of July is fast approaching, and what a perfect time to help your kids enjoy the holiday with simple crafts! Last year we featured these great ideas to bring in the Red, White and Blue. One from the archives…. Original Entry #124, June 27, 2010 I remember when…
Next weekend is Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial kick-off start to the summer. What are you and your family doing? Whatever you choose to do, the outdoors will naturally be a part of your plan. Martha Stewart has some great tips on how to get your outdoors ready. From your grill to the umbrella, bring…