by Kristen | Mar 1, 2016 | Entertaining, Entertaining Fridays, More Celebrations, the Occasions
Are you ready for Spring? I can’t wait to don the winter coats and hats to feel the warmer breezes and see the flowers bloom. (By the way, if you want to come plant flowers in my new construction mud pit, please do!) But to inspire your spring tablescapes, I...
by Kristen | Nov 9, 2015 | Entertaining, Entertaining Fridays, Save Some Dough
I was driving down the road, coming home from school one day and passed by a little garage sale. Just beyond the canopy attached to the garage, I saw it. It caught my eye and drew me like a magnet. I didn’t have time to stop but that internal debate happened...
by Kristen | Jul 22, 2015 | Entertaining, Parties, Save Some Dough
Party time. Guests are serving themselves drinks and blue kool-aid is dripping down the side of the pitcher onto the table. Or maybe it is the spout of your favorite beverage dispenser leaking iced tea even when turned off in plenty of time. It happens to...
by Kristen | Jul 15, 2015 | at Home, Crafts, Entertaining
I love shopping garage sales. You never know what you’ll stumble upon that you can use as is, upcycle or simply throw a fresh coat of paint on and create something new. For the last several months, I have been keeping my eyes open for TV trays. Remember back...
by Kristen | May 1, 2015 | Entertaining, Entertaining Fridays
Grilling season is nearly here in the Midwest. Invitations to the backyard barbecue will soon go out. Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summertime . . . and I love it. Outdoor entertaining, delicious grilled food, warm conversations and kids running around...
by Kristen | Apr 24, 2015 | Entertaining, Entertaining Fridays
I love Pinterest. Browsing through all kinds of photos that give inspiration for decorating, parties and entertaining. But there is something relaxing about looking through a book. An actual book. Flipping through pages of beautiful tables, creative presentations...
by Kristen | Mar 6, 2015 | Entertaining, Entertaining Fridays
This rosette napkin fold is easy to do and you can put it in a glass, tea cup or even yes, a mossy pot. Grab your napkins and let’s get rolling. Depending on the size of your glass or container, you will need to vary how tight you roll the napkin. But, here...
by Kristen | Feb 6, 2015 | Entertaining, Entertaining Fridays, More Celebrations, the Occasions
I love getting all sorts of ideas for decorating my table. Here are some of the best ideas out there for romantic tablescapes you can use this Valentine’s Day. 1. Ruffled Blog – Now, who would have thought a plaid afghan could be romantic? Way to...