What is the deal with RSVP?
R.S.V.P. is an acronym for the French phrase, “répondez, s’il vous plaît,” which means “reply please”. You would include R.S.V.P. on an invitation when you would like those invited to…
Tuesday Tip…food allergies
Accommodating guests with food allergies. If you are hosting a large cocktail party this should not be an issue, but for an intimate gathering or dinner party, you will want…
Sunday Style – A Paris Style Apartment
I believe that attitude is the most important thing in home design. I have this apartment that I thought was too small, when my husband said something about it being…
A Pirate Party!
I had an opportunity to throw a great Pirate-themed party several years ago. It was a surprise 40th birthday party. I took a painting tarp from a home improvement store,…
A Circus Party!
I believe that every party or event begins with the invitation. It sets the theme from the first moment it is delivered. This is a cute example. This one is from…
The Anatomy of a Party – “Time for a Party,” Part I: Inspiration and Theme Selection
This ongoing series of posts will follow the development of a party from concept to event… Inspiration for this party: My husband mentioned that he needed me to plan a…
Exciting Event at Disney’s Design & Display Warehouse
Hi friends! I was so lucky last evening to get to attend a very special dinner at Disney’s Design & Display Warehouse in Orlando, Florida! This is the place that…
Sunday Style – Beach House
Who wouldn’t love to live on the beach? I would love to be able to sit in my home and gaze out over the ocean, watching the waves crash against…
Mardi Gras!
It was Mardi Gras today! A few friends and I gathered at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort at the Sassagoula Floatworks food court. We wanted to make it a bit of…
Silver and White Winter Wedding
My daughter always thought she would be married in the Spring, perhaps outside, along the Lake Erie shore. She envisioned a more casual wedding gown, perhaps with some lace. When…