I’m a sucker for hues of rich plums, royal violets, deep burgundy and midnight blues. In fact, violets, purples, periwinkle are a new trend for weddings in 2019, replacing rustic and pastel hues. This elegant purple jewel-toned tablescape could be recreated for a dinner party, wedding or elegant celebration, making it really versatile. The Place Setting Used many times in…
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It’s inevitable – this time of year is when we look to make changes, start fresh, improve our lives and re-prioritize goals. Personally, I’m looking to stay more organized this year. Key word there – stay. I’m already pretty organized, but keeping it up can be a challenge for me. That’s why I’ve declared 2019 The Year of Pantry Organization….
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I was never a big fan of New Year’s Eve until I started hosting my own dinner parties. In the past I always thought it was such a let down of a night, maybe because the build-up to midnight is so over-exaggerated and the decline after the revelry was so severe. But, that all changed when I took charge of…
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After hosting over a few dozen dinner parties, sometimes it’s hard to come up with a unique theme for each one. I’ve been inspired by a color, a pattern, a decor style, an era of time or a particular country. For my husband’s office party this year, the food was my muse – I knew everyone like Italian cuisine, and…
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I’ve had the fortune of meeting some very talented entertaining influencers who enjoy hosting friends and family as much as I do. Two ladies from Utah and Colorado, Holly and Holliday, have joined me to bring together a fun blog hop: Holiday Hosting at Home. We’re showing you inspirational and creative ideas for Christmas tables, decor, recipes and more. If you would like…
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