best of 2011
 Looking back over 2011 here are some of my favorite posts...


I love this letterpress project:  Emerald & Olive wedding invitation


Inspiration shoot with Ken Kienow- full link here

Favorite aqua dessert table



Vintage Berry Picnic... love it!


Frilly and light!


favorite flower arrangement this year 


 My all-time favorite color- Mint Green

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hot and cold
Magnolia Bakery 
 The oh-so yummy combination of creamy ice cream and the sweet display of hot chocolate!  Those look like homemade marshmallows.. if only I had more free time to bake!
via pinterest
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such a great idea


A new play cafe in Los Altos, Ca Bumble has a built in playground and childcare, so mommies can dine and chat- such a chic, fun place... check out more here...sounds like the perfect place to meet up and play!!!
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pretty & bright
sitting in a tree events

Turquoise, just maybe my new favorite holiday color!  It looks amazing with a deep current red, or a bright pink, or a classic white or a sparkly silver.  This combination is oh-so pretty with pink!  For more decor and color check out the fabulous House of Turquoise!

sitting in a tree events

cake above by sweetapolita blog
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DIY love
image via ruffled blog


Hello Monday!  Here are some of my favorite diy projects.  I love the idea of making your own chalkboard, using form board and white markers!!  Find out all the details here....including how to created such pretty lettering.

via green wedding shoes
Look at this pretty dyi yarn garland!  Even the most un-crafty person could do this!!!!



image via postcards and pretties
Here is a fun, vintage backdrop for a dessert table.  All the pretty directions are here...
Hope you have a creative, fun, holiday week!
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caramel + chocolate
image by axioo

image above by allyson magada

image above by stephanie williams
Rich caramel with sea salt seems to be all the rage these days.  Even though I'm not a huge caramel fan, I have to say it's pretty yummy.   Not only does caramel and chocolate taste wonderful together, but these classic fall colors are a beautiful event palette.  It can be rustic or elegant, formal or relaxed.  Be inspired today!

image above via martha stewart

image above via swoon blog
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timeless white
image above by Axioo Photography

Brooke Keegan photography
 Some brides-to-be dream about the white dress, some dream of the beautiful centerpieces and floral arrangements, some of the breathtaking views of where they will be pronounced forever husbands and wives.  Nothing says timeless beauty, like the classic white look!

image above and below by Lane Dittoe Photography


style by Aileen Tran
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