Entertaining 
The Ultimate Host :: Challenge #2(1)
As you know, I’m partnering with Sterling Vineyards, Padma Lakshmi and 3 other bloggers to help judge this year’s Ultimate Host Challenge and today, I’m announcing the second of four challenges that YOU can enter! I know you are all capable of winning the title of Sterling’s Ultimate Host. You know how to put those [...]
The Ultimate Host :: Challenge #1
The first of four challenges have been announced as Sterling Wines searches for this year’s “Ultimate Host.” Could it be you?
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Could you be the Ultimate Host?
We’re excited to be partnering up with Sterling Wines and Padma Lakshmi in search of the next Ultimate Host! Do you love to entertain? Do you often gather friends and your favorite wine and make it an affair? It could be you …
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Teacher Appreciation Day
Looking for teacher appreciation day ideaa? Here are 3 gift ideas for teacher appreciation day.
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Muffins & Mimosas for Mom
I love mimosas, and so does my mom (actually… every mother probably does, right?) … so I wanted to put a simple gift idea together that would appeal to moms of all ages, styles, and with varying interests. Hence, the Muffins & Mimosas gift box was born. I love that this gift took me just [...]
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How to make tissue paper pom poms
I’m a big fan of using tissue paper pom poms in my party decor. What I love about them is that they are inexpensive and can be used in a wide variety of events. I’ve used them for birthday parties (like this candy party) and baby shower (like this spring shower) + many other events. I often [...]
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How to host a pint size party & GIVEAWAY!
I recently partnered with Apartment Guide to bring you 3 party planning tips for hosting a entertaining in small spaces (check out my tips here). Today, I’m sharing more tips for entertaining & living in small spaces plus launching a $50 Target GIVEAWAY that you can use for your next gathering. If you are planning a [...]
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Entertaining: small space & savvy budget
I entertain in my home a lot — most often it’s the my go-to venue for hosting events. In fact, you can see that my home was the venue for parties here, here, here and here (just to name a few). One of the biggest challenges in hosting a party in your home can be lack [...]
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Superbowl Party | Ideas & Inspiration
The big game is this Sunday! Are you hosting an party or having people over to watch the game? Whether you are expecting a big turnout or just a few family members, make it an event with a little Superbowl fun! Each year I host an completely informal gathering so all the adults can get [...]
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Baking and Craft Party
If you’ve been reading Thoughtfully Simple for the past few years, you’ll remember my oldest daughter Taylor’s past birthday parties. We’ve done a candy party and a zebra party which I shared. Today, I’m sharing her 11th birthday party which was a lot of fun. She completely helped mold the theme of her party which [...]