And The Pic Of The Week

This great centerpiece can be used for birthday parties, bar/bat mitzvah, and other special occasion events.  

Source: Chuck Robertson Photography

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And the Pic of the Week

This orchid centerpiece is a showstopper.  Due to the cost of orchids, if your budget doesn't call for this centerpiece on every table the sweetheart table is a must have.

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Using Your Leftover Christmas Ornaments (Day 14)

Finally, something to do with those leftover Christmas ornaments.  Using the extras to decorate other rooms in your house can be fun, creative, and festive.

Use some of your leftover ribbon to hang your ornaments from a chandelier, 

hang in your window, or even from your ceiling. 

Your extra ornaments will work well as your centerpiece for your 

dinner table or any table in your home.

There are many uses for your leftover ornaments.  It's the holidays, be creative.

Now, Let's Get Inspired!

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And the Pic of the Week Is....

Great centerpiece for baby and bridal showers.

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And the Pic of the Week Is......

Please feel free to "Pin" my pic of the week.

What can you say about Rose Pink and Gold? Classy, Glamorous, Elegant, Luxury.  Need I say more.

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Outdoor Entertaining

The idle days of summer are fast approaching its end and so are your last chances at outdoor entertaining.  Summertime is perfect for relaxing with your friends and families over picnics, barbeques and outdoor parties.

The key to having a fun and functional outdoor event is to take the indoors out.  This means giving up the paper plates, cups, bowls and plastic flatware.  Take this opportunity to unveil your creative side and be daring with your table setting.   

Use all the items you would use in your dining room.  Mix up your fine china with chunky glasses or to add some pizzazz to your table use your crystal stemware with your casual dinnerware. Another great idea is to mix up your glassware for a variation of height and color presentation.  Get rid of those plastic table covers and use linen tablecloths and napkins. 

If it’s an evening event and it starts to get chilly bring your guests together with cozy seating around a fireplace or fire pit.  You can always add throws, pillows, and scarves for a little pop of color.  Last but definitely not least, to make your guests feel welcome candlelight, place cards, and a beautiful centerpiece says you took the time.

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 Create cozy seating around a firepit to help make a chilly night 

warm and welcoming

 

An attractive table always demands attention

 

Have fun and mix & match decorative folding chairs

 Try these flame & propane patio heaters for cool nights with bigger crowds.

  Adding pops of color brings out your guests entertaining experience

 

An outdoor area rug can make you feel like you're sitting 

at your dining room table. 

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Budget Your Centerpiece

Brides are trying to save money any way they can.  Try creating your own centerpieces.  Gather your bridal party (men can do this too) and lets have a fun day of creating.  My advice, don’t pour the drinks until after they are done.

Candles are usually less expensive than flowers depending on how many you use.  They are easy to find and definitely cheaper if purchased in bulk.  If you only use a few, give the illusion of more by using mirrors, different heights, or floating them in water with a few flowers.

 

The cost of flowers can add up quickly.  In order to get more for your buck, talk to your florist about the flowers that are in season.  These will be less expensive than those that are out of season.  Next, think about filler flowers or carnations.  If they are put together right they can make a nice centerpiece.  Lastly, consider submerging long stemmed flowers.  You can get by with one or two stems and if you pair them with candles you have a nice arrangement.

Believe it or not Grass can serve its purpose besides looking pretty in the front & back of your home.  

Now that you have some useful ideas, Get Inspired!

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