Inspiration Board: Jillian's College Party Housewarming

When you think "college" you can't help but think of red cups, keg stands and needing quarters to do laundry-- at least that was our experience! For Jillian's housewarming we've come up with a fun, festive college-feel for food, decor, and even games.

Here are a few thoughts to inspire and get you in the mood to party: kegs, chips, Animal House, beer pong, Jell-o shooters, quarters, Top Ramen and Tylenol. Lots and lots of Tylenol.

Image credits clockwise from left: Jell-o shots, Animal House, bunting, Doritos, quarters, beer pong, Top Ramen, chalkboard, keg

Inspiration Board: Melanie's Housewarming

Image credits, clockwise from top:
Burlap banner via Etsy

Chicken skewers

Wreath found at Tatertots and Jello

Burlap votive

Caprese skewers

Favors

Drinks with skewer garnish by Country Living

Invitations from Paper Style

Moving into a new home can be stressful, exhausting, exciting, and overwhelming-- all at the same time. After all the painting, remodeling, landscaping, decorating and unpacking is done, it's time to celebrate! Melanie has done so much work on her new home so it was important to us that her housewarming be simple, laid back and FUN.

To encourage guests to explore the home and yard with hands (relatively) free, appetizers on skewers is a must. We also want to highlight the home and decor instead of detract from it with party decorations, so burlap accents for this celebration are perfect.

We are so excited to be a part of this new chapter in Melanie's life and can't wait to PARTY!

Inspiration Board: Laura's Baby Shower

After two beautiful boys, Laura and Jeff are having a girl!

We are putting together a baby shower tea luncheon for Laura next month that will be full of pinks with accents of grey. Pink and gray is the perfect palatte for a cool winter party to shower Laura with girlie gifts.

We can't wait!

Inspiration Board: In Luau of Christmas

This is for a surprise party we're planning so we can't say who this inspiration board is for but in lieu (or in 'luau'-- get it???) of egg nog and Honey Baked ham, this family is going to be enjoying Mai Tai's and and pulled pork this Christmas.

Our plans for the party include Roasted Pineapple Hot Buttered Rum as the signature drink, Broiled Pineapple with homemade vanilla ice cream for the starter, a traditional Polynesian menu, bright and colorful decor, a Christmas tree ornamented with hibiscus flowers and surfboards, and a special photo op for party-goers (who are requested to wear Hawaiian-inspired attire.)

We can't WAIT to put this fun, festive party together!

Check back on Friday for this weeks' featured business and again next week for pictures of Teresa's baby shower coming up on Saturday.

Inspiration Board: Teresa's Baby Shower

Teresa's baby shower is at the end of this month and the hostess requested a color palatte of apricot and blue. We opted for apricot and aqua for this "A is for Apricot, B is for Baby" coed shower. We're looking forward to helping Teresa and her family and friends prepare for their baby girl!

Inspiration Board: Lindsey's 30th Birthday

Red Hot by Pear Tree Events featuring Donna Karan dresses

Coming in November!

Red.
Party.
Dinner.
Dancing.
Glamour.
Clift Hotel.
San Francisco.
Redwood Room.
Girls Night Out!

Inspiration Board: Madeline's Christening

Remember the baby shower we did for Heidi? Heidi's little bundle of joy, Madeline, has her christening tomorrow and after-party in her family's back yard in the bay area. Madeline's mommy loooves pink and envisioned a picnic-feel to their back yard party. The inspiration for this celebration comes from the cherry-branch cake Heidi chose so we went with pinks and browns.

Heidi is also a fan of pom poms so we've added a few to include a colorful pop on their outdoor deck. Pink flowers in clusters of white vases will be the centerpieces.

Here is the inspiration board we put together, stay tuned next week for pictures of the event!

Inspiration Board: Yuliya's Wedding

Yuliya is the cutest bride-to-be we've ever worked with. Everything about her personality exudes cheerfulness and sincerity. She literally got engaged last weekend and we couldn't wait to get started in the planning. (She is also aiming for a February 2010 wedding so the clock is already ticking.)

This lovely bride was envisioning pink, pink, and more pink, candles everywhere, and the most romantic day you've ever seen. Here is our inspiration board to get started:

Inspiration Board: Hunter's 18th Birthday

Maybe you'll forgive us for skipping this weeks' Feature Friday if we bribe you with the inspiration board for Hunter's 18th Birthday?

Think: Bodega Bay, fresh fish, a red, light blue and navy color palette, and a fun, relaxing weekend by the sea...

Invitation by Rosebud Cards, fabric image found here, all other photographs courtesy of Martha Stewart Online.

Inspiration Board: Christine's Baby Shower

Here is a preview of the pink and black baby shower we are working on for expectant mommy, Christine:

1. Black and white damask complimented by light pink.
2. Pink gerbera daisies in clusters of white vases.
3. Black and pink candy station for guests.
4. Individual onesie cookie favors at each place setting.
5. Place settings marked by butterfly cutouts "kissing" champagne glasses.
6. Outdoor seating shaded by white tents accented with pink paper lanterns in varied sizes.
7. Pink and white pashminas for guests draped across chairs (October in the bay area can be chilly.)

That's all for now! You'll have to check back in October to see the results. We can't wait!

Black and white damask courtesy of Tonic Living Fabric, labels by Sarah + Abraham, bunting from The Cotton Bunting Co., onesie images from Country Kitchen Sweetart, candy station found at From Diamonds to Vows, butterfly place cards are Martha Stewart, pink gerbera daisy from The Flower Merchants, lantern found at Luna Bazaar, vases from Ikea, and onesie cookie from The Cookie Cutter Shop.