The “problem” with working with the Hester & Cook hydrangea paper goods is that there are countless ways to use and style the pieces. Their hydrangea paper collection is a staple in their inventory, and it’s by far one of my favorites. And when they introduced their new bamboo lattice table runner this summer, IContinue reading “Parties with Hester & Cook: The Hydrangea Story”
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Parties with Hester & Cook: The Patriotic Story
Red, white and blue are my favorite colors to use over the summer when entertaining, so naturally, the 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays to celebrate. The options are endless when it comes to decor for this holiday, but I really love using paper products when entertaining outdoors. Thankfully, paper party decorContinue reading “Parties with Hester & Cook: The Patriotic Story”
Parties with Hester & Cook: The Tulips Story
Happy summer friends! To kick-off this season of entertaining, I partnered with Hester & Cook to style three tables with products from their fabulous inventory. We paired each table design with a fun cocktail recipe and fabulous party playlist, so that you have everything you need (aside from guests and food) to host your ownContinue reading “Parties with Hester & Cook: The Tulips Story”
“Cancer Shucks” Party
My dad recently completed successful treatment for throat cancer and we’re all so grateful for his recovery. There’s no better reason to celebrate, so over Labor Day weekend I hosted a “Cancer Shucks” oyster soiree to toast his health. This was such a fun and relatively easy party to plan, so I wanted to takeContinue reading ““Cancer Shucks” Party”
July 4th with Katie Jacobs
*This post includes affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission from purchases made through them* July 4th is one of my favorite holidays, and I’m thrilled to continue my tradition of celebrating with the lovely Katie Jacobs! Katie is a cookbook author, tabletop/food stylist, and DIY diva. I love working with her becauseContinue reading “July 4th with Katie Jacobs”
Memorial Day 2022
As we head into Memorial Day weekend, I wanted to share some fun recipes, courtesy of Edley’s BBQ, to add some extra pizzaz to your holiday. Edley’s is our go-to for delicious BBQ here in Music City (they also have locations in Chattanooga and Glen Carbon, IL) and they were kind enough to bring overContinue reading “Memorial Day 2022”
Style The Perfect Bar
Thank you to Home with Hechart for sponsoring this post (paid partnership). Holiday parties are in full swing and I’ve been getting a ton of questions about the best way to set up a bar that’s both functional and beautiful. To help me out, I turned to Home with Hechart, one of my favorite homeContinue reading “Style The Perfect Bar”
Halloween Cocktails from our IG Live
Thank you so much to Alice Goldberg for these fabulous recipes! Blood Orange Margarita AKA The Reba Squeezer 1.5oz Tequila 0.75oz Triple Sec 0.25oz Campari 0.75oz Blood Orange Juice 0.75oz Lime Juice 0.25oz Simple Syrup Combine all ingredients in shaker, shake until very cold (approx. 20 seconds), and serve in a margarita glass. Bourbon Aperol SparklingContinue reading “Halloween Cocktails from our IG Live”
Delegate the Red, White, & Blue
*This post includes affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission on purchases made through them* For this year’s July 4th shoot, I knew I had a treat in store (literally and figuratively) when Katie Jacobs agreed to team up and create the perfect menu for our Independence Day celebrations. Katie is an author,Continue reading “Delegate the Red, White, & Blue”
Delegating Summer Cocktails: The Ultimate Garnish Bar
*Thank you to 21 Seeds for sponsoring this post* Memorial Day was the unofficial start of summer and after 2020, I’m embracing this season with a renewed appreciation and enthusiasm. I love summertime entertaining because it’s inherently more relaxed – at a certain point it just gets too hot down here to be fancy. WhileContinue reading “Delegating Summer Cocktails: The Ultimate Garnish Bar”