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Our Top 10 Fall Bridal Shower Ideas
September 1, 2022
The temperatures are dropping and the leaves are falling. There is color and beauty all around. It’s the perfect backdrop for hosting a bridal shower. We’ve collected ten of the best ideas to fill your autumn soiree with vibrant colors, seasonal flavors, and fun activities. 1. Invitation Inspiration First things first: find a fall-themed invitation. […]
– AskCheryl – 1st Time Bridesmaid Asks, “Who Pays for the Bachelorette Party?”
August 23, 2022
Hello Cheryl, My best friend is having a destination wedding and asked me to be a bridesmaid. I generally do not like the idea of traveling internationally for a wedding, but I agreed to go and be there for her. This will be the first wedding I have ever attended. It’s the first time I’m […]
5 Tips for Planning a Fabulous Co-ed Baby Shower
August 4, 2022
The baby shower traditions you know and (possibly) love got their start during the “baby boom” of the 1950’s and ‘60’s. A lot has changed since the 50’s, and we think it makes sense that the baby shower traditions should change too! While some still prefer the traditional “girls-only” shower, we’ve noticed a trend toward […]
How to Throw a Bridal Shower on a Budget
July 19, 2022
You don’t have to spend a ton of money to throw a memorable bridal shower on a budget — just follow these 7 steps! Hosting a bridal shower is an incredible honor and opportunity to show the bride-to-be just how much you care about her. Luckily, you don’t need to have a big budget to […]
7 Unique Boy Baby Shower Themes (Boy-Mom Approved)
July 5, 2022
Boy baby showers don’t have to be all “snips and snails and puppy dog tails”! You can welcome the newest little guy in your life in a sweet adorable way that will delight any mama-to-be. These are some of my absolute favorite ideas for a baby boy shower, and I might just be secretly hoping […]
7 Sweet Summer Baby Shower Themes (plus even more creative ideas)
June 9, 2022
Summer is the perfect time to have a bright and sunshine-y party and what better way to do that than celebrating a sweet new baby! The weather is perfect for outdoor gatherings and so many foods are in season which means many delicious recipes to try. You can also get creative with fun games, pretty […]
7 Sweet Baby Girl Shower Themes
June 2, 2022
A new baby girl is on the way, and you’re in charge of planning the shower! Baby showers are some of the most exciting reasons to throw a party, but all the ideas on the internet can leave your head swimming for days! I have rounded up seven of the sweetest, perfectly girly baby shower […]
Cringe-Free Bridal Shower Games & Activities
May 3, 2022
Looking for an alternative to toilet paper wedding dresses and bridal bingo? Check out these fun, cringe-free bridal shower activities everyone will enjoy. Let’s be honest — there are plenty of bridal shower games that we’d rather do without. While there’s nothing wrong with Don’t Say “Bride”, Match the Song to the Disney Movie, and Bridal […]
A Stress-Free Guide to Hosting a Fabulous Dinner Party
April 14, 2022
Throwing a fabulous dinner party is as easy as setting your menu, the mood, and the table! Your dinner party’s success comes down to proper preparation. Think back to the most memorable dinners you’ve attended in the past — your host likely seemed worry-free and able to juggle the tasks of entertaining guests, cooking up […]
6 Fresh Spring Baby Shower Themes You’ll Love
February 22, 2022
Now that spring is right around the corner, it’s time to start looking forward to warmer weather and a new party planning season— that means baby showers! If you’ll be celebrating a mom- or parents-to-be, one of the first things to do is figure out your party theme. Luckily, we’ve got you covered with six […]
Baby Showers for Every Month in Five Simple Steps
January 18, 2022
From invitations, to food and drinks, and even the party favors—we’ve got you covered. I don’t know about all you readers out there, but whenever I’m faced with the task of celebrating a friend or family member’s milestone, my first feeling is one of sheer panic. It might seem rude at first read but let […]
Simple and Delicious Holiday Recipes (and Beautiful Entertaining Essentials)
November 3, 2021
Try these simple and delicious holiday recipes to help you win the holidays this year! The holidays are upon us! And while this is definitely the “most wonderful time of the year” it can also be the most hectic and stressful. Whether you’re having brunch, a cocktail party or family dinner, we’ve got you covered. […]
– Trending Now – Food Bars for a Bridal or Baby Shower
September 21, 2021
The Ultimate Guide to DIY Food Bars I recently attended a beautiful bridal shower (in honor of my cousin) thrown by two of my fabulous aunts. All three courses of the meal were set up “bar” style allowing guests to customize their food to suit their individual tastes. We started with a delicious crostini bar […]
5 Fabulous Fall Baby Shower Themes
September 7, 2021
Autumn is such a beautiful season for gatherings! I always get excited at the first signs of colorful leaves and pumpkin patches. With so much natural beauty happening around us, it is easy to take our cues from this golden season, and choose a theme for a cozy baby shower. 1) Little Pumpkin Pumpkins are […]
10 Expert Tips for Hosting Your First Baby Shower
August 12, 2021
If you’re a 30-something year-old like me, you’re probably very familiar with the wedding circuit. There’s at least one bridal shower, a bachelorette weekend, sometimes a lingerie shower, and of course, the wedding weekend itself. But if you think you’re done celebrating the couple after the wedding, think again. As the old adage goes: First […]
Hosting a Sip and See
July 6, 2021
Southern culture has given us so many of our favorite things: monograms, sweet tea, seersucker and line dancing, just to name a few. Southern tradition harkens back to simpler times of front porch sitting and gathering up all your favorite people for a big dinner around your dining table. Maybe that’s why so many of […]
