Dream Big Dreams Baby Shower

I love the muted colors, sky and sunset, of this Dream Big Dreams baby shower.  It gives off a peaceful and dreamy ambiance, full of enchantment.  With hot air balloon accents,  gorgeous draping, suspended lanterns, and thoughtful herbs &  floral centerpieces, their church basement went from drab to fab.  Proving that you can have a beautiful event on a small budget, and in any venue.  Happy Thursday!

{photos via On To Baby}

Vintage Paper Plane Birthday Party

I love this cleaver and adorable paper plane birthday party!  I can't get enough of the vintage twist, with muted navy and red color palette, and adorable details.  The test flight zone is so smart, and a great way to entertain the kiddos, while the in flight refreshments will keep the adults happy.  And I love the use of galvanized tubs, silver accents, vintage crates and baskets, and mini suitcases throughout the party.

{photos via Hostess Blog}

Moustach Bash 1st Birthday

Love this moustache bash first birthday party.  From the chevron to the blue & green color palette, to the fabulous cake,  to the wet your whiskers beverage station, and to the little bow ties and moustaches adorning everything, I'm loving all the great details.  The chalkboard sign is fabulous, love how it displays all his favorites, and is so trendy.  And how dapper and adorable is the birthday boy!

{photos via Kara's Party Ideas}

Nautical DC Wedding

Love the navy and white color combination of this gorgeous nautical themed wedding.  I'm swooning over the beautiful details, the preppy East cost style, lush florals, and the gowns worn by the bride, seriously loving that gold sparkler she wore at their send off.  They even had an adorable 'road-trip' station where guest could pick up a snack on their way to the reception.  And their reception was nothing short of spectacular with a live band, great waterfront views, and stunning chandeliers.  This wedding was nothing short of magical, happy Monday!

{photos via Style Me Pretty}

Nautical Navy & Yellow Baby Shower

Today I'm sharing the insanely gorgeous nautical themed shower that our friends and family threw us.  From the lovely party decor to the delicious dessert table, there were so many beautiful details.  I adored all the rustic nautical elements, with touches of blue glass, and  sea-worthy phrases.  Guests were encouraged to leave little notes to B (aka baby) on sand dollar shells, which I can't wait to frame in a shadow box for the nursery. 

 

The stunning cake was a combination of strawberry shortcake and red velvet, which happens to be mine and the Mister's favorites.

The desert table was completed with delicious cake pops, amazing shortbread anchor cookies, brownies, and lollipops.  The girls even put together a "cravings station" with all my favorites: SourPatch Kids, Jolly Ranchers, Twizzlers & Yan Yans!

The favors were Nutella stuffed, sea-salt, and brown butter chocolate chip cookies that I baked the night before.  We found those gorgeous navy stripped paper bags on Etsy, and tied everything together with red and white bakers twine and added a thank you label.

The signature drink featured cotton candy and champagne or sprite, with an added Swedish Fish for fun.

{with our lovely shower hostess!}



Games: They went around with a ball of yarn, that guests could guesstimate the size of my belly by cutting the yarn at their desired length.  We also played the "my water broke" game, that had mini babies frozen in ice cubes, whose ever baby floated up to the top first won.  And the last game guest played, involved guessing which baby (myself or the Mister) was responsible for various behaviors/mannerisms.

 

Winter Wonderland Dessert Table

This is one serious holiday dessert table.  I love the blues of this Winter Wonderland dessert table with pops of bright red and green, and plenty of vintage charm.   The desserts are almost to beautiful to eat, and those eye catching drinks are calling my name.  The antique window background and snow branches that featured birds and cookie ornaments, brings the outdoors in.  This dessert table would make a lovely addition to any holiday party.

{photos via Hostess Blog}

Crimson & Tiffany Blue Christmas

Love the color combination of Tiffany Blue and Crimson for the holidays. 

{Photos via: Wreath, Card, Ornaments, Carmel, Pomegranate Cocktails, Mistletoe Pomander, Tree}

Baby, It's Cold Outside Baby Shower

I love this bundle up baby, it's cold outside baby shower theme.  The cozy color pallet of blue, yellow, and green are great for a gender neutral shower.  And all the textures from the yarn balls, to the wood pieces, to the fuzzy cotton robe and onesies, really bring together the winter woodland theme. Playing off the bundled up baby, the shower featured woodland creatures in cute sweaters, stork bundled boxed lunches, and the party favors which were bundled socks.  Instead of a dessert bar, this shower featured a hot cocoa bar, perfect for the season, with all the fixings you'd need.  You can download all the printables free till the end of the month from Huggies & Hostess with the Mostess, here.

{photos via Hostess Blog}