Something has spellboundly come over me this Autumn…..the colors and textures of this season have been catching my eye like never before, calling my inspiration and filling me with joy. I was never one for this time of year. A true Spring and Summer lover, just the sight of leaves falling, lush green turning into…
Hosting a Thanksgiving Pumpkin Decorating Brunch for a Good Cause
On Sunday my cousin and I hosted our 2nd Annual Holiday Fundraiser Party. Last year, we wrapped holiday gifts for children in the local foster care system, and this year we decided to gift Thanksgiving meal baskets for a few families in much need. Come November 1st the holidays quickly kick in, and while we…
Wedding Inspiration : Thoughtful & Personal Welcome Bags
A perfectly curated Wedding Welcome Bag is a small gesture but really shows a whole lot of love to the special people in your life. Welcome Bags are not only a sweet wedding detail for guests attending destination weddings, but they’re just as lovely included in hotel rooms, as well as a way to show…
Autumn Vibes : Deep Golden & Naturally Earthy // Moodboard
I’m bringing out all my absolute favorite colors in full force this Autumn!! These colors have been screaming at me as of late, and calling me to embrace them this season. They’re definitely not classic Autumn, but if I could describe the feeling of this season using just the colors you would find in nature, these…
A Beauty Boutique Garden Party || Olivia’s 4th Birthday Celebration
Summer’s end is officially here for the year, but before it’s truly gone I’m sharing this fun, colorful and oh so pretty birthday garden party I styled for a cherished clients, one of the darling Alves’ sisters. At the end of winter we had Delia’s balloon and teepee filled boho fete, and now we have Olivia’s…
Wedding Planning Essentials : Preparing for Unexpected Wedding Costs
via 100 layer Cake Did you know that Autumn has surpassed the Spring/Summer to become the most popular season to get married?? That’s right, couples are now choosing cooler months to tie the knot, especially those looking to have outdoor elements on their big day, knowing the weather is more tolerable than hot summer months….
Classic Apple Pie
Is there anything more American than Apple Pie?? This simple dessert is as classic as it gets, and pretty much the epitome of Autumn. No surprise, Apple Pie is also the most popular pie in America! But even the classics like Apple Pie aren’t all made the same way. Some stick to traditional cinnamon, while others…
An Effortless Al Fresco “Fado” Garden Party || A Farewell to Summer
Each event I do is special, but some are just a bit more special than others and this one, inspired by al fresco cafes and Fado, celebrated 6o years of life for the person who builds and assists me in making almost all my creative event ideas into reality. And it was one of the…
A Bit of Sparkle, A Dashing of Pink & Balloons Galore! | Delia’s 2nd Birthday
Dream catchers, teepees, and balloons galore…that was Delia’s 2nd birthday celebration. Or as I like to call it, a magical pink sparkly fête!! We didn’t want to make things too “girly”, instead we kept things sweet, light and anything but traditional! Thanks to JD Photography for capturing all the shiny details… I love these Minted…
Mood Board : An Effortless Al Fresco European Cafe | End of Summer Party
“Há uma música do povo. Nem sei dizer se é um fado. Que ouvindo há um ritmo novo, no ser que tenho guardado…É uma simples melodia. Das que se aprendem a viver.” Há Uma Música Do Povo – Mariza ….“There’s a song from the people. I’m not too sure if it’s a Fado. Once listened, there’s a new…