It's All Fun & Games...

Lawn games are the perfect entertainment for rustic wedding and outdoor parties this summer!  It's a great way to entertainer guests during cocktail hour.

Here's some ideas:horseshoes, bocce ball, croquet, badminton, corn hole, twister, ring toss...

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Hunger Games Fun Printables

I'm so excited for The Hunger Games! In honor of its release, here are some fun printables for your Hunger Games party! 

From Hyppo Design

From Living Locurto

From Clickable Party

What's going on... A Cupcake ATM

I can't believe Sprinkles Cupcakes now has an ATM that spits out cupcakes!  Yes, 24-hour cupcakes!  Great for the 2am sugar rush.

Fashion Friday... Vogue Halloween

My homage to American Horror Story!

Images: French Vogue via Blog: MOI ET MON VELO

Zombie Engagement... A Sweet Nightmare

When I met Juliana and Benjamin, I knew they were a fun, quirky couple, but never imagined just how quirky they were!  They have the BEST engagement shots I've ever seen.  I can't wait for their wedding! Who knows? Maybe the zombie will reappear! 

Photographer: Amanda Rynda

Just Fun...Guest Book

I found this creative guest book on Everyday Ebullience... So cleaver!

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Just Married Wines

Image Via Swanson Vineyards

I can't wait to serve these wines at one of my weddings and events!  Swanson Vineyards Just Married wedding wine was inspired by a sweet and sentimental ritual in the Swanson family…To commemorate the wedding of each of Clarke Swanson’s girls, he made special wine in their honor, to be served at their wedding reception and dinner.  

For the wine lovers in your life,  Swanson's creative gift packs make really sweet thank you gifts or wedding presents. Check out their website for more information and the full story behind the wine itself. Salud!

Etsy Wednesday... Wedding Puzzle Guestbooks

Looking for a fun interactive alternative to a guest book? Get your own custom puzzle! You can get a puzzle with your photo or one shaped like a tree,your state, or anything else you can image.

Lara also cuts puzzles for other occasions (baby shower, birthday, retirement, bat mitzvah) --
to see more of her work check out her other etsy store and her blog as well.

Etsy Wednesday...Cake Banner and Bunting

The cake banner topper from Ready To Go is crazy yummy and eco-friendly!  This cardstock is 100% recycled and the company has used hydroelectric power to fuel its plant since 1922. Very cool.  Check out their bunting banners for cakes and cupcakes!

Fashion Fridays... Marchesa Red Carpet Ready

Let's see what starlets will walk the red carpet in Marchesa!

All Images via fashionfoiegras

Sidewalk Fun!

Are you stumped on what to do for your special someone this Valentine's Day? Tired of the generic, impersonal cards?

The adorable solution to your problem: Sidewalk chalk! 

From checking boxes "yes" or "no" to handwritten valentines, kids know how to keep things simple. So, this year consider channeling your inner child, consider being creative, personal, and colorful! Surprise your loved ones with a simple note or an entire mural-the concrete is your canvas. 

It's a gesture that is sure to win their hearts (and if not, they can just hose it away).

Happy chalking!

Fashion Friday... Bachelorette Party Ready

Go Faux Leopard! Look of luxury without the sacrifice of a living creature.

simplyna featuring stiletto boots

DOLCE & GABBANA SS10/F6K68T N000 COTTON/NYLON/ELASTANE -, 359 GBP
Leopard Fur Collar Car Coat, $170
kate spade cropped fur chubbie - leopard
GIANMARCO LORENZI A0D7E0565/3LEO LEOPARD FABRIC 1888701, 689 GBP
Christian Louboutin Dorepi 120 Pony skin Courts, 565 GBP
Easy in Leopard Printed Nylon, $1,245
Kathena leopard pony clutch, $1
Crystal Leopard Statement Bangle, 42 GBP
80's Leopard Stud Earrings, 8 GBP

Boudior...with a twist

Unusal Fine Photography created a new style of boudoir photography they call Stripped. Final boudior inspired photos without the cheese, but still sexy!