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This post was sponsored by Lindt. Thank you for supporting the sponsors that so generously help The Sweetest Occasion keep the party rockin’! You guys are well aware by now that my favorite tokens of affection to give and receive for Valentine’s Day are those that are sweet and simple with a homemade touch. Enter today’s …

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I was so excited to see this gorgeous Valentine’s Day dinner party from Nicole D Photography hit my inbox, because it’s a whole lot of things I love. Drawing inspiration from the now ubiquitous Park & Rec Galentine’s Day party episode, Nicole went totally glam and girly when pulling this celebration together. It’s all about your best friends, …

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Hi, friends! How’s everyone today? My apologies for being unexpectedly MIA since last week. Behind the scenes over here I’m gearing up for a lot of new things designed to help really make 2015 awesome. I realize that sounds annoying vague, but in reality these first few weeks of the New Year have largely been …

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I’ve been working with my girl Erika (you guys have heard me mention her a zillion times) to start the daunting process of rebranding and redesigning The Sweetest Occasion. I mentioned that last week in my 50 Random Things About Me post, but it’s notable because it’s going to be the biggest overhaul I’ve taken on …

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Happy Monday, friends! I hope you had a great weekend. Today we’re starting the week with a yummy, nutrient-packed breakfast that doesn’t skimp on flavor. My favorite. Following up on the chocolate banana peanut butter smoothie I shared a couple weeks ago, today I’m bringing you my other favorite smoothie recipe – a chocolate berry …

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It has been a shockingly long time since we wrapped up the week with a little Friday Link Love, but starting today we’re officially back in action! We’re talking about a handful of fresh, pretty DIY ideas perfect for a little January weekend crafting. This is pretty much going to be a working weekend for …

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Much of the country is facing bitterly cold temperatures this week so we need to talk about getting and staying warm! Currently we are sitting at -8 degrees with a windchill approaching -30 degrees. That’s real life and it’s bitterly cold. It’s walk outside and your nose hairs freeze kind of cold. (If you know …

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