The Tasting Party Collection from Pier 1

I just got my Pier 1 catalog in the mail and I just love the new tasting collection they are now carrying. You must check out the site here.

Everything is mini. There are mini shot glasses, trifle bowls, mini wine and martini glasses too. Also the collection is in porcelian and glass and they have really great party ideas and recipes to get you inspired. Another great thing I noticed is you can purchase in sets of 24 which is probably better money-wise. I can't wait to throw my next mommy night in.

Sorry the pictures are so small. They were cut in half and I just don't know why. But you can see much better pix on the site.

Sex and the City 2 party

Head on over to Second City Soiree for some great inspiration for all you SATC ladies. I would love to host a party with all my girlfriends to celebrate our friendship and the movie. I LOVED this show and was so sad when it ended. I have so many wild and carefree memories of my partying days and it was right around the same time I watched this show.

Also if you check out her site you will not only find great ideas but a free download of goodies to use in your party decor. Isn't she sweet?

My Fairy Princess Turned Three

My daughter turned three today.

Happy Birthday Lovey! May all of your dreams come true!

She is growing so fast.

I love watching her grow into a little princess and to see the friendships that she has developed along the way.

The theme was Fairy Princess

Tink came by for a visit to wish her a happy birthday.

After a treasure hunt they came across special treasures in a box for everyone to share.

I think I may need to invest in a table with table cloths and cloth napkins. The girls became princesses and behaved so well.

My little fairy

The beautiful table decor from PartyPax.net It's an awesome resource for creating a beautiful party. The table decor was truly a party in a pack. Everything you see was provided by her and I just picked it up and set it up in 10 minutes. If you are local you should check it out. Tons of great ideas too.

Freebie Printables for Turkey Day

Paper&Cake are very thankful this year and to show the love they are offering a freebie Thanksgiving Party Pack. The pack includes napkin rings, wine tags, menu, recipe cards, invitation/envelope, party food label and favor box. Get your freebie here

BrooklynLimestone is also offering a free menus download. Her print work is gorgeous. She is so talented and her home is beautiful. Check out her blog to see her work.

I love these thankful for cards by erinvaledesign

She has such lovely paper goods and if you haven't visited her site please make sure to do so. You will find lots of freebies from this talented designer.

For the hostess or just because these lovely fall inspired gift tags and napkin bands can go a long way. Check out another one of my favorite inspirational designers CreatureComforts. You'll find great tips on how you can use these tags.

Autumn Inspiration

photos courtesy
BHG, Martha Stewart, Country Living

Creating a kids thanksgiving table

I am having dinner at my house this year as well as making the entire menu. I am going to need all the help I can get from mom and that means grandma's babysitting duties will have to be passed on to someone else. I am thinking of making it special this thanksgiving by creating a space for the kids. How fun would it be to have your own table and decorated just for you. These ideas are sure to keep the kiddos busy and entertained and hopefully make mommy thankful for eating their veggies too.

works as a tablecloth and little artists canvas.

country living

a basket filled with goodies for keeping little ones busy

an art tool centerpiece

family fun

a thankful tree


being thankful turkey
parents.com

place cards idea
family fun

Lovely Place Settings

A lovely way to welcome your guests for coming to dinner. Nothing says that you are special and very welcomed in our home like a personal place card.

courtesy: Sunset Magazine