Preppy Bridal Photo Shoot Preview

Sooo, I know I haven't posted in a while...shame on me :-( But I have a perfectly good reason for why I have a little less free time these days. I'm so excited to announce that I've been working on planning, styling, designing a bridal photo shoot!

This wonderful photographer Olivia Jacob, chose me to help her execute a styled bridal photo shoot in the historic Georgetown section of Washington, DC. We've put together a great team of people, and I've been hard at work coming up with concepts and sourcing items to make my vision come to life. It's a lot of work! And there are so many details! But I'm loving every minute of it. The big day is coming up in only 1 week and I can hardly contain my excitement. The photos will be submitted and hopefully published in a wedding blog. Do I smell a new career in photo styling...hmmm. JK
But here's a sneak preview inspiration board of our Preppy Georgetown Wedding. Stay tuned for more to come!

Kids Party Inspiration-Polar Bear Theme

In the third installment of my Winter Party theme ideas I'm focusing on cute and cuddly Polar Bears! Check out all of the inspiration I found:

Cakes and Cookies and Cupcakes OH MY!

From Top Left: 3 Tier Cake, Polar Bear and Bunting Topper Cake, Icy Blue Layers Cake, Polar Bear Cake Pops

 

Cinnamon Polar Bears, Polar Bear w/ Scarves, Polar Bear Luv

 

 

Rock Candy Icicle Cupcake, Polar Bear Cupcakes

 

 

Keep em beary entertained with these fun crafts

 

Polar Bear Cup Craft, Polar Bear Plate Craft

 

 

 Beary Cool Decorations

 

From Top Left: Ornament Hot Air Balloon Bears, Northern Lights in a Jar, Sock Bear, Polar Bear Party Hat

 

 

What do polar bears eat?

 

Polar Bear Food

Kids Party Inspiration-Snowman Theme

Time for part 2 of my Winter-themed party ideas. I'm dedicating the month of January to sharing some of my favorite cold weather party inspirations. This feature is all about Snowmen. Check out all of the cool Snowman-themed Party I've scoured the web to find:

DECOR

From Top Left: Snowman Chandelier, Winter Wonderland table, Snowman Garland, Snowman Fridge, Snowman Chair Cover, Snowman Ornament Centerpiece.

FOOD

 

I was amazed by the variety of healthy snowman-themed food options out there!

 

From Top Left: Juice Boxes, Snowman Cheese Ball, Snowman Sandwich, Beef Stew with Snowman Mashed Potatoes, Cheese Cube Snowmen, Snowman Potato Soup, Snowman Bagel, Popcorn Cups, Punch Bowl, Pizza Bagels, Banana Slices on a Stick, Snowman Milk Glasses, Melted Snowman Water Labels.

 

TREATS

 

From Top Left: Pull Apart Snowman Cupcake, Snowmen Pretzel Sticks, Mr. Melty Cookie, Snowman Smore, Snowman Sundae, Snowman Shots, Snowman Cakepops, Snowman Candybar Favors, Snowman Cake, Snowglobe Cake, Pieces of Coal, Snowman Hats, Snowman Cake, Snowman Dessert Table, Snowman Cupcakes, Doughnut Snowmen.

 

INVITATIONS

 

From Top Left: Bright Snowman Party Design, Whimsical Snowman Invitation and Decorations, Personalized Photo Card, Jolly Snowman Invitation.

 

CRAFTS AND ACTIVITIES

 

From Top Left: Snowman Snow Measuring Stick, Indoor Snowball Fight, Flowerpot Snowman, Sock Snowman, Pin-The-Nose Game, Snowman Cookie Decorating.

 

I hope you found some inspiring snowman ideas for your next Winter shindig. If you have a snowman project you'd like to share leave your link in the comments below.



New Year's Eve Party Inspiration

Check out my inspiration boards for NYE party themes.

Silver, Shimmer and Shine

From Top Left: Sparkle Table Cover, Silver Shimmer Top Hat, Mirror Garland Lights, Silver Vase Vignette, Treat Poppers, New Years Noise Maker, Happy New Year Headpieces, Mini Disco Balls, Candied Silver Almonds, Happy New Year Party Hat, Silver Carryout Favor Boxes, Silver Mask, Cupcake Topper Flags, Ornament Mantel Decor, Hanging Snowflakes and Ornaments, White and Silver Hanging Balls.


Black and White Elegance

From Top Left: Black Candelabras, Black Balloons, Black Feather Wreath, White Feather Centerpiece, Happy New Year Napkins,  Hats and Headbands, Tassel Garland, Black and White Dessert Bar.

 
Countdown to Midnight

From Left to Right:  Rosette Clocks, Midnight Blue Clock Cookie, Clock Cupcake Toppers, Party Hat Place Setting, Gold Place Setting, Colorful Clock, Large Clock on Table, Large Dessert Table Clock Background, Clocks on a Mantel, Cookie Platter, Chair Applique, Clock Ornaments, Large Pocket watch Gold Table Setting, Wall Clocks, Silver Ornaments and Clock, Mask Napkin Holder and Clock Place Setting, Leaning Clock & Drink Bar, Black & Gold Clock Cake, Cupcake Toppers, Silver & Blue Clock Place Setting, Vintage Clocks on Mantel, Treat Bags, Clock Chains, Tin Clocks.

A safe and happy new year to all!

Christmas Inspiration Board-Sophisticated Rustic

For my holiday decorating this Christmas I’m going for a sophisticated rustic look. What is Sophisticated Rustic you ask? Well, check out my inspiration board below for my take on what it looks like. A variety of natural, woodsy elements give it a “rustic” feel and a bit of gold or sparkle here and there for the “sophisticated” part and voila!

Check back with me throughout the month as I share photos and DIY tutorials of how I’m bringing Rustic Sophistication to life in my holiday décor.

Fluffy Tail Squirrel Ornaments,  Shimmering Stones Centerpiece, Christmas Tree, Birch Bark Candles, Gilded Pear Basket, Christmas Log, Cookie Mix Gift,  Linen Poinsettia Garland, Cream Berry Wreath.