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It may seem like a no-brainer, but if you’re hosting a party (any kind that involves food) get in the habit of checking the dishwasher before the soiree starts.
I’m hosting my birthday party at a chic city bar, but I’ll be bringing my own decorations to create a unifying theme for the bash. I’ll use pink accessories to go with the invitations, including pink votive holders, flamingo toothpicks for the finger food, pink lilies and handmade pink pom poms hung from the ceiling.
I love the idea of a diaper cake. Unfortunately, I don’t like the price they charge for them. So I put my creative juices to work and crafted my own. Making the cake allows you to personalize it to suit the mama–to–be.
Some people may think a bad economy is not a very good time to host a party; however, FabSugar and I disagree. Now, more than ever, is the perfect time to gather up a group of friends and host an affordable get-together.
When my friends and I go camping, the food planning comes first. Once we’ve figured out who’s making every appetizer, cocktail, main dish and dessert, we focus on other details like who’s bringing bug spray and how to get where we’re going.
Hunting for a new house, packing everything you own, and moving is seriously exhausting. However, once you are settled into your new space, consider hosting a housewarming party. Think of the housewarming like a reward for the move.
I recently attended a very crowded party where the caterers ran out of clean serving glasses. When I went to order a second beer, the bartender — to my dismay — poured it into a champagne flute.
Creating a soothing and inviting bathroom that is clean and pleasant smelling is essential to any party’s success. If you have a disgusting bathroom it won’t matter how amazing the food is, guests will only remember the gross bathroom.
If you’re looking for a great way to learn more about wine, consider investing in a wine journal. My sister gave me a lovely leather-bound journal for Christmas. Part resource and part journal, this book is organized by varietal.
With a few simple touches, it’s easy to transform your dining room into an exotic Indian escape. Start by purchasing a beautiful piece of sari fabric and use this to cover the table.
Last Friday night I found myself at an annual ornament-exchange holiday party. The event is in its ninth year, but this was my first time attending. Before we began to open ornaments, white elephant-style, the hostess felt the need to introduce “the newcomers” (myself and another girl).
