My fireplace all decorated in the theme… Sources: wreath from JoAnns…Friendsgiving banner from Amazon… letterboard from Felt Good Vibes….pumpkin icon on letterboard from A Peace of Creativity (Etsy) I kind of love doing Disney mash ups with something unexpected. This theme was exactly that. It’s around Thanksgiving. I was having a few friends over, so Read More
Category: Tablescapes
Celebrating Spring
Bunny Game Night Fun You may have noticed, if you’ve been following me for a bit, that I love to create little themed events. I like to decorate and set an atmosphere when I do. Then I come up with little times to enjoy the season, holiday or occasion. This bunny game night is one Read More
Alice in Winter Wonderland Tea Party
Coffee/Cocoa Station all themed out in Alice in Winter Wonderland The inspiration for a theme for a party often sparks from just one thing I find. This time was no exception. I found this “Alice Drink Me Hot Chocolate” sign from the Etsy shop, Heart 2 Heart by Helen. I got it’s companion piece for Read More
Ghoulish Game Night For A Spooky Sunday Supper
Ghoulish Game Night For a Spooky Sunday Supper I had so much fun with this tablescape! The palette of various shades of orange with the black is so festive, We love to play games or cards on Sundays…and I like to do a little theme whenever I can! I set the table with the centerpiece Read More
Summer Home Tour Of My Wannabe Beach Cottage
I always have a theme for the current season. It often revolves around holidays of that time frame. The last few years I’ve done a beach theme. The fact I live in California and have always wanted a beach home makes this a no brainer. For one season, my home looks like it’s near the Read More
Zest A Little Lemon Themed Date Night With My Main Squeeze
My theme began with a lemon napkin I got at Pottery Barn Outlet last year My husband often teases me about my love of themes. He has told me I need to write a book called, “Living The Thematic Life” and one day, I just might. This theme, for a date night with my sweetie, Read More
Celebrating America’s Birthday…Let’s Party Like it’s 1776
I’ve loved celebrating our country’s birthday since I was a young girl. I have wonderful memories of going to my Aunt Mabel’s for the 4 th. We’d go to the parade that her town of Coronado, California had each year ( they still do…if you want to experience the patriotic spirit, head to the beautiful Read More
Mary Poppins’ Tea Party For Two…Part 2: Food and Table Scape
The tea table set and ready…kite tails in the runner and napkins are a nod to the Poppins’ theme. Note: I rolled one napkin (to left of plate) to show one tail and added a little striped dish turned to make a diamond …the two together make what looks like a kite! How fun it Read More
Mary Poppins’ Tea Party For Two…Part 1: The Decor & Activities
Montage of Mary Poppins’ Tea Party…with some of the foods and decor I love a themed party or gathering. I love to do full scale parties with a bigger guest list, but often like to just have a few people over. Sometimes it’s for an occasion like a holiday or birthday and sometimes it’s just Read More
Celebrating Matters…Valentine’s Day ….In the midst of Grief
Today is the day we celebrate love…true love…sweethearts buy each other candy, flowers, and Hallmark cards. We go out to dinner or have a romantic one at home. Valentine’s is one of my favorite holidays. Since I was a little girl, I loved the idea of giving and receiving valentines. You remember the little parties Read More