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…
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…
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…
Sweet & Savory Summer Fruit Salad
Nothing beats juicy ripe fresh summer fruits, like a chilled slice of watermelon on a hot sunny day or savoring a sweet like honey melon on a warm night gazing up at the starry summer sky. It’s one of the many reasons I love summer fruits, not only are they beyond delicious, they’re almost always…
Vanilla Blueberry Layered Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
If you’ve been a longtime reader and client of Dreamery, than you know how much I love a good seasonal berry. Which is to no surprise there are plenty of ways to bake up these sweet and tangy summer blueberries. And this time I made something other than a pie, I know shocking! But this…
Summer Reflections :: A Season of Growth
Well, it’s Autumn once again. How did we get here? I’m currently listening to Ella Fitzgerald and La La Land’s original music to get me through some serious seasonal blues. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed summer, it’s been probably one of my best. I mean of course there was Portugal, and I only showed you Lisboa, but…
Creative Ideas for a Romantic Picnic
Summer love is here, so let’s take advantage of the few weeks we have left of this season to spend with the ones we love. And what better way to take advantage of this lovely weather to have a picnic! On the blog today FTD is sharing some creative and lovely ideas so you can…
Monthly Reflections | June
It’s been quiet some time since I’ve stopped by the blog. Two months to be exact since I checked in with you and shared how things with Dreamery Events have been going. Well plenty has happened. For starters if you follow along on Instagram, you may have noticed my monthlong trip to Portugal. Yes a…
Monthly Reflections | August
Ah summer, you are not over yet, and I refuse to fill you with pumpkins and fall colors, and forget about your final weeks, which are the sweetest. But how has your summer been? Have you been eating lots of ice cream, catching rays by the pool, seen some really cool places!? Last year my…
Monthly Reflections | July
Goodness this summer is flying by! Days are significantly becoming shorter, each ending a few minutes earlier with some serious gorgeous sunsets. Almost every night the sky transforms itself into a stunning piece of art with colors so beautiful only nature could make. This summer has definitely been a colorful one so far, and it’s not…