I have suburban envy of very few things – outdoor swimming pools, accessible tennis courts, barbecue grills and a yard in which to host a dog party. For years I had denied my baby Bully a proper celebration because his birthday falls in January – too frigid for fun in a dog park and that public space in which to host an event is limited (and ... read more
With the countdown for Super Bowl XLV in full effect, it’s time to pull out the partyjeanie playbook on game day etiquette. One might question the introduction of formalities for a party that calls for chips, wings & beer served in bottles, however being a considerate and gracious host transcends any occasion. The follow suggestions are ... read more
With Thanksgiving a week behind us and New Year's Eve 30 days away, we are in the preliminary phrase of the premier party season. While most of us will be guests in someone's home, some of us will do the entertaining. Creating a festive and comfortable party atmosphere should be the priority of the hostess and this extends beyond the food, ... read more
As the gift giving season rapidly approaches, my hands are wrapped up in retail holiday prep and my head is trying to wrap itself around all the client work I have, considering (and shopping) for an appropriate hostess gift is definitely on my to don't list. Of course there are well received, crowd pleasing stand-bys like candles, wine, sweets ... read more
When you are crafty and creative, friends and family often request (or in some cases, enlist) for you to design and implement party décor and favors for their fetes. But when it’s your best friend’s 30th birthday, the pressure to deliver something completely thematic, tailor made and on a shoe string budget then, it is time to break out the glue, ... read more
