Last week I received an email from a reader, Mattie, who is helping her friends plan an adoption party in celebration of the adoption of their two daughters, age eight and ten. Mattie writes – “I’m emailing to see if you or your readers have any inspiring ideas for an adoption party? My friends are …
Posts from: June 2010
Have I ever told you about my obsession with ice cream? No? Ok then, allow me to introduce myself. “Hi, my name is Cyd and I am addicted to ice cream.” No, seriously, ice cream is my favorite food. Ever. So today’s milkshake bar Inspiread Creations Contest entry? Pure brilliance. I’m sure you’ll agree. (If …
The Inspired Creations Contest is wrapping up this week, so I thought I’d take a quick moment to make sure you’ve seen all of these gorgeous designs showcased over at Elizabeth Anne Designs. We’ve loved having the opportunity to showcase so much creativity and so many inspiring ideas and I do hope you’ve love it, …
As promised, I’m back with another fabulous Inspired Creations Contest entry from Tammy Golson Events, this one centered on a gorgeous citrus-colored school inspired brunch. Along with her teammates Ana Dolan, Sofia Negron, and Gabrielle Aronas, Tammy envisioned a brunch buffet sprinkled with cute, school themed details inspired by office supplies they found at Ikea. …
Today I have the pleasure of sharing two fabulous Inspired Creations Contest entries from Tammy Golson. The first up is the sweetest little idea for escort cards – cupcakes! (No pun intended.) My husband and I are both fanatical about sweets and baked goods so I love the idea of a personalized escort card display …
I always love the idea of finding inspiration in the things around you and using that to color your ideas when planning your wedding or party, which makes today’s Inspired Creations Contest entry especially fabulous in my book. April Foster Events and Megan W Photography used a piece of fabric to influence all of the …
Good Monday morning, everyone! I thought I’d start off the week by sharing these fabulous DIY save the dates that Ashley of the chic line designed and created for her upcoming July wedding. She used her wedding color palette of black, white and apple green as inspiration and then mixed in kraft paper, striped baker’s …
The lovely Adrienne of Dingbat Press emailed me to share the letterpress wedding invitations giveaway she is offering in support of her little neighbor, Adam, to help his family cover his medical expenses. Adam is just 18 months old and is currently in the hospital fighting for his life. The details of the giveaway from …
Since relaunching late last year, 2010 has been a busy year for The Sweetest Occasion! After much growth and evolution, it feels like a good time to check in with everyone who is coming to visit every day – I would be incredibly appreciative if you could take a few moments to take the 2010 …
Another day, another gorgeous Inspired Creations Contest entry! Today’s design is from the talented team of Catie Ronquillo Photography, After Yes Weddings, The Left-Handed Calligrapher and Emily Hudspeth, and features a gorgeous urban rooftop picnic at Off The Grid, boasting tremendous views of the Dallas skyline. For me, this shoot is all about the mix …
Tissue paper pomanders have become a wedding mainstay over the last few years, showing up just about everywhere you look. While I still love them, I think it’s time we make room for their updated counterpart, the crepe paper flower pomader. How adorable are these? They’d be perfect as decor, for flower girls or the …
I don’t know about you, but with the 4th of July just around the corner I am in full-on summer party mode! I just love great summer parties. In the backyard, at the beach or at a local park, summer entertaining ranks high on my list of loves. With that in mind, I worked with …