Thanksgiving Tablescape

If you're looking for some Thanksgiving decor inspiration, look no further than this gorgeous tablescape by Shindig Parties! The rustic-elegant design is both fabulous and dramatic for the most important meal of the year.

What's even better than Thanksgiving next week? This gorgeous printable party to spice up your holiday table is on SALE! Check it out here.

Perfect Pumpkin

There is such an abundance of pumpkin goodness in fall cuisine that I have to share some of my favorites, both classic and original.

Sources: Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins, Healthy Pumpkin Turkey Chili, Savory Pumpkin Puffs, Iced Pumpkin Cookies

Fall Wedding Roundup

Today I have a roundup of beautiful fall wedding boards inspired by the bounty and colors of the season: deep apple red, golden pumpkins, and cinnamon & spice!

Source: Elizabeth Anne Designs

Source: Wedelicious by Allure

I love that fall cuisine takes center stage in this board.

Source: Keen to be Seen

Don't worry, I have lots more inspiration coming. I just love fall weddings!

Halloween Home Transformation!

I was so excited to find this video! If you're like me and want to see some amazing holiday party design in action, (and get some great ideas in the process) Check out this Halloween Block Party Special from HGTV!



You may recognize the talented Eddie Ross who created my favorite design, the classic Sleepy Hollow Party. I'd be lying if I said I didn't plan to use tons of those details for my own party this year! Which home transformation is your favorite?


Plus, this coffee filter spiderweb garland how-to from Mega Spooky is another great idea for creating spiderweb from unique materials.

Apple Recipes: Part 2

Time for Part 2 of our delicious apple recipes! I feel like this list could go on and on, but I'll just share a few more of my favorites.

Sources: Boneless Pork Chops with Apple Chutney, Chunky Apple Muffins, Mulled Apple Cider, Apple, Ham, and Cheddar Melt

I love how aromatic a hot, homemade cider is. It just fills up the house with the smell of the season. I'm planning to make a big batch for our Halloween party and I know it will be amazing! Next stop on the tour of fall cuisine: pumpkin!

Vineyard Wedding Inspiration

Snippet and Ink never ceases to come up with such gorgeous inspiration creations! Check out these gorgeous Vineyard Wedding Inspiration Boards:

"Vineyard Vows"

"Autumn Vineyard"

And for a gorgeous rendition of this inspiration, check out this authentic Tuscan Wedding. I love the old-world charm inherent in this style. The splashes of color in the burgundy and purple artichokes are truly stunning as well.

Happy Friday!

Fall Apple Recipes

As fall rolls in this month, apples are nearing the peak of their season! Apples are such versatile fruit, pairing well with many spices, used in food and drink, and sweet and savory recipes. Enjoy some of my favorites from Martha Stewart!

Recipes: Caramel Lady Apples, Apple Crisp, Caramelized-Apple Spice Cake, Apple Butter.

I think the Apple Spice cake looks absolutely amazing! What are your favorite fall apple recipes?

{Real Party} Country Western Goes Vintage

Fall always gets me thinking of rustic, country style. I love how country western is interpreted for a little girl in this adorable Vintage Cowgirl Birthday. Mini horses, cowbells, pastel-patterned fabric, and even a wanted poster make for such a unique party. I imagine any girl with a love of horses would go crazy for this!




This Vintage Cowboy Baby Shower designed by Beth Helmsetter Events is definitely vintage country style at its best: daisies in mason jars, vintage cowboy books, bandanna decor, hay bales as seating, and BBQ and mini pies!

I imagine a lot of inspiration came from those vintage cowboy books!

Custom Inspiration Board: Lakeside Wedding

I was recently contacted to create a custom inspiration board for an budget-friendly, intimate wedding by the lake, and I'd love to share some of those ideas with you! The bride's colors were yellow, brown, and orange with a country feel and I loved finding DIY decor ideas to fit that theme.

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Resources: sodas, bouquet,mason jars, chalkboard sign, pennant flags, aisle decor,
sunflower centerpiece, couple on dock, cupcake tower

• I used sunflowers combined with orange gerbera daisies in the floral arrangement since both translate well into silk flowers as an economical alternative to fresh flowers. (I've got some great ideas and inspiration for later this summer involving sunflowers!)

• For aisle decor I used those flowers again arranged in terra cotta pots hung from crooks along the aisle. The bride already had a galvanized tub as part of her supplies, so to tie in that look, you could also use small metal pails for the arrangements.
  

• For an outdoor venue I love mason jar lanterns, which add a natural, country glow and are both economical and easy to assemble. You can find an easy tutorial here. In the inspiration board I also included a pennant flag banner, which adds so much color and charm and is nearly as easy to create.
  

• I included a chalkboard slate which is a fun idea for food labels, table numbers, directions to the ceremony, or whatever you like! They're inexpensive and so versatile.
  

• To go easy on the budget, I suggested a cupcake stand over traditional wedding cake, which is actually a growing trend anyway. These cupcakes also happened to be in the bride's colors.
  

• I included an image of colorful sodas in the galvanized tub, which is embellished with ribbon. Jones sodas, which are fairly inexpensive for a small guest list, are a fun addition to a summer reception and can be personalized here.
  

• For favors, I suggested simple chocolate bars wrapped in matching scrapbook paper and a computer or hand-printed message.
  

There is just something so sweet and beautiful to me about a simple, intimate wedding when elaborate, expensive details are exchanged for comfort, good times, and celebrating with loved ones. After all, that's what it's really about!

On that note, be sure to check out this lovely Backyard Wedding featured on Once Wed! Though created for a summer wedding, these colors and ideas could also be great for a fall wedding!