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Adventures in Everyday Entertaining

Holiday Entertaining – Spring Edition: Decorating Easter Eggs

Dying Easter eggs has come along way since I was a kid.  When I was younger we didn’t realize you could take a bunch of rubberbands and some dyes and … Continue reading

March 25, 2013 · 39 Comments

Give a Fortune of Love

As we approach Valentine’s Day, many of us search for the perfect way to express our feelings about others.  This is not just about expressing love for a significant other, … Continue reading

February 6, 2013 · 53 Comments

Hostess Gifts: DIY, Non-Edible Holiday Themed

A bottle of wine or some flowers are always nice to give when going to someone’s home — especially if you are in a rush and need to just pick … Continue reading

December 7, 2012 · 12 Comments

Holiday Entertaining Tips: Hostess Gifts

Hostess gifts play a part in both entertaining and being entertained all year round.  But the amount of gatherings, parties, etc. seem to triple during the holiday season.  Here are … Continue reading

December 7, 2012 · 10 Comments

Holiday Entertaining – Winter Edition: Snowflakes, Pears, and Pine Tablescape

I wanted to create a fun and festive tablescape for some lunchtime entertaining that we did this past weekend.  Despite being lunch, I still wanted there to be an elegant … Continue reading

December 4, 2012 · 10 Comments

Holiday Entertaining: Making the Most Out of Your Space

When planning our ‘Thankful with Friends’ dinner party, we were faced with a challenge of space.  We were not having a huge party, but still — where do we fit … Continue reading

November 27, 2012 · 12 Comments

Monday’s Magnificent Blogger Shout-Out: Pillows A La Mode

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend!    And now to return to our normally scheduled programming.  🙂 Pillows-A-La-Mode is a great blog that showcases one of my deepest desires… … Continue reading

November 26, 2012 · 8 Comments

Holiday Entertaining Tip: Utilize What You Have

When decorating for your party or gathering, look around at the elements of your standard home decor.  What are pieces that may be able to be utilized in different and … Continue reading

November 16, 2012 · 6 Comments

Holiday Entertaining – Autumn Edition: Placecards

Yesterday, I showed you are place cards for our ‘Thankful with Friends’ dinner party.  We are doubling our pumpkin butter guest gifts as place cards with the addition of some … Continue reading

November 15, 2012 · 8 Comments

Monday’s Magnificent Blogger Shout-Out: Cloches and Lavender

Cloches and Lavender is a beautiful blog full of decorating, amazing DIY techniques, gardening, and the occasional images of two of the most adorable little dogs — Reeses and Peanut!  … Continue reading

November 12, 2012 · 13 Comments