Halloween House Invitation by Stacy Claire Boyd, available at FineStationery.com
10.31.2011
10.28.2011
Hallo-Week: Halloween Dessert Table
Leave it to Amy Atlas to create a magnificent Halloween dessert table. The detail she put in to every treat is amazing. Does her dessert table inspire you to create one for your Halloween bash? Here are a few of our favorite details:
10.27.2011
Hallo-Week: Gothic, Glam Halloween Wedding
If you really, really love Halloween, you might decide that the spooky day is perfectly fit for saying your vows. Lots of couples relish in the ghoulish glam that can be a Halloween wedding. TheKnot.com offers 13 Stylish Halloween Wedding Ideas for those brides and grooms looking to add a bit of flair to their big day. Here are a few ideas you can use to create a very gothic, glam look at your ceremony and reception:
This invitation has a creepy but chic style to it -- Noteworthy Collection, available at FineStationery.com
The Vera Wang Fall 2012 Bridal Collection is perfect for brides who want to wear something a little different -- Wedding Chicks
Add gothic style to your bridal look with an intricate cuff and black heels -- BHLDN
Go black and white with your floral arrangements, using rich black ribbon to wrap boutonnieres and bouquets -- The Knot and Martha Stewart
Set each place at the table with a gorgeous vintage-inspired placemat -- BHLDN
10.26.2011
Hallo-Week: Put Down the Candy!
10.25.2011
Hallo-Week: DIY, Last Minute Costumes
A trip to the craft or fabric store and a few minutes of time are all you'll need for these easy, DIY costumes that can be put together at the last minute.
10.24.2011
Hallo-Week: Spooky Decorations
These creepy accents are perfect for adding spooky flair to your home in inconspicuous ways. Creepy crawly bugs make floral arrangements and candles extra frightening, while paper bats cast eerie shadows on walls when taped to the underside of a lampshade. If you want to be extra creative, fill apothecary jars with "specimens" and place them on your windowsill.
What are your go-to decorations for Halloween? We'd love to hear!
10.21.2011
Friday Finds and Fine Pin: Wedding Edition
Good afternoon! My apologies for such a late post this afternoon, and the lack of a post yesterday! FineStationery.com has been busy preparing new holiday styles for the site (we're so excited about the upcoming season!)
Since we missed a wedding-related post yesterday, today's finds and Fine Pin all give a nod to the big day. Since sparkling styles are making their mark lately, we decided to focus on glittery glam details:
Since we missed a wedding-related post yesterday, today's finds and Fine Pin all give a nod to the big day. Since sparkling styles are making their mark lately, we decided to focus on glittery glam details:
This ultra-glamorous clutch, spotted on BHLDN would be the perfect accessory for any bride who loves to shine.
Opt for a fun server when it comes time to cut the cake at your wedding! These glittered servers will make a big impression on style savvy guests.
When it comes to choosing a gown for the big day, you might want to browse the hundreds of new styles that just went down the runway in the fall collections. Martha Stewart Weddings has great coverage of the gowns.
If you're looking for ways to add shine and sparkle to your reception, check out this inspiring collection of ideas.
Today's Fine Pin was pinned from the collection of ideas mentioned above. Don't you just love the glittered stars for a holiday wedding or city event?
10.19.2011
Game Day Dessert
Fall weekends typically involve football -- whether you're rooting on your alma mater at a tailgate party or cozied up on the couch on Sunday to watch the pros. Make game day just a bit sweeter with this fun recipe for football whoopie pies:
This sweet treat scores a touchdown when it comes to desserts!
10.18.2011
Doubletake: Cable Knit
The cute cable knit pattern on these note cards and birth announcements by Prentiss Douthit must have been inspired by comfy cable knit sweaters. This vase also takes cues from the style. A cable knit look is perfect for the winter months - whether you're wearing it, using the style in home decor, or choosing the pattern for your winter baby's birth announcements.
10.17.2011
Holiday Greetings that Speak Volumes
This year, William Arthur lets you send holiday greetings to family and friends that include not only your printed sentiments and a photo -- you can record a personal audio greeting that will play upon opening the card. What a perfect way to wish a happy holiday season to loved ones, friends, or clients! With 8 different styles to choose from (including 6 photo styles and 2 traditional styles), you can choose the design that is right for your family. Each card has a design on the inside to complement your photo or design selection on the front.
Click {here} to view this product and listen to a sample sound clip!
Click {here} to view this product and listen to a sample sound clip!
10.14.2011
Friday Finds and Fine Pin
We are not that far away from Halloween now, and you're probably in party-planning mode by now. This week's finds highlight a few ghoulish goodies for Halloween parties -- two treats and one party favor idea.
These bewitching cookies are almost too beautiful to eat! Check out the full post on Amy Atlas to see how you can create a creepy crow themed party.
Today's Fine Pin provides just one more idea for your upcoming Halloween bash:
These creepy cupcakes are "stabbed" with broken pieces of "glass" (don't fret, it's just sugar!) You'll really scare guests with this dessert!
Hand out bottles of "Poison" at the end of your party, instructing guests to add it to their bathtub (it's bubblebath!) Check out Hostess with the Mostess for a tutorial.
These bewitching cookies are almost too beautiful to eat! Check out the full post on Amy Atlas to see how you can create a creepy crow themed party.
Today's Fine Pin provides just one more idea for your upcoming Halloween bash:
See the pin {here}, and check out our Halloween Magic pinboard!
10.13.2011
Blissful Bows
A pretty bow can be feminine, preppy and pretty. Beautifully tied bows make lovely accents for weddings, whether they grace a cake, the bride's shoes or the ceremony programs. The possibilities are endless, and the look is so easy to achieve:
Bride's gown -- J.Crew
Bride's heels -- Style Me Pretty
Groom's bowtie -- Forage
Invitation and Program by William Arthur -- FineStationery.com
10.12.2011
Healthy Fall Recipe Resource
Now that it's fall, recipes will start to include seasonal favorites like apples and pumpkin. Your dishes will also start to become more comforting and better suited for cold nights and crisp mornings. A great resource for fall recipes that are delicious and still healthy is Skinnytaste.com. Check out the author's collection of fall recipes {here}.
What are your favorite fall recipes? We'd love for you to share them with us!
10.11.2011
Bright, Crisp Holiday Photo Cards
When it comes to selecting a photo card for your holiday greetings, take a peek at Kramer Drive's collection of bright, fun designs. The saturated colors look amazing on the luxe paper, and your photos are sure to pop. With 35 digital photo card designs in their holiday collection, you can easily send smiles in your own style. Here is just a small sample of Kramer Drive's digital photo collection:
Shop the entire Kramer Drive collection {here}
10.10.2011
Feather Her Nest Baby Shower
This sweet Baby Shower, spotted on On To Baby, uses a pretty pink and green palette, and lots of cute bird details. The mini cakes with nest and egg details are adorable, and the collection of nests, birds and other items as centerpieces are just lovely. We thought this pink and green Tweet Invitation by Inviting Company would be the perfect accent for a baby shower styled like this one:
Baby Shower images via On To Baby, Invitation via FineStationery.com
10.07.2011
Friday Finds and Fine Pin
We've made it to Friday again, friends! What are your weekend plans? Wherever you find yourself, we hope you have a great time! Here are a few fun things we've spotted on the web this week:
The upcoming holiday may have put you in the mood to watch spooky movies, listen to frightening tales, or visit a few haunted houses. If you're really adventurous, why not put your fears aside and visit a REAL haunted establishment. Real Simple highlights 13 of the most haunted places to visit {here}.
If you're not one for haunted celebrations, and plan to celebrate the birthday of a loved one, you might want to read {this blog post} from Nothing But Bonfires. Check out the most amazing gift that was put together for an older gentleman's birthday -- 60 years of memories on paper!
Starting October 9th is a new event called 52 Weeks of Mail, where people are encouraged to send one letter per week to a family member or friend. Take time from your busy schedule to connect with those that are important to you. What a great project! Check out the details {here}. Will you participate?
Don't forget -- Event planner extraordinaire Shawn Rabideau (you may have seen him on Bethenny Getting Married) will be live on Fox News today to show you how to throw a fun and spooky Halloween party for adults. You might just spy a little something from FineStationery.com! Tune in {here} at 12:45 EST today!
This Friday's Fine Pin will get you in the Halloween spirit. This fun cupcake topper is the perfect accent for the holiday, and would be great for school parties or your own spooky bash! Be sure to visit our Halloween Magic pinboard on Pinterest for other great ideas!
10.06.2011
Winter Wedding Details
Winter brides and grooms most likely have all the big details planned for their upcoming nuptials... but it never hurts to add a little flair to set the scene for a snowy white winter wedding. Here a few ideas to incorporate into your winter wedding that guests will love:
Snowflake shaped cookies as favors -- Martha Stewart
Hot cocoa or peppermint lattes with tiny donut treats -- Martha Stewart
An evergreen bouquet with a cozy wrap -- Martha Stewart
Personalized coffee cup sleeves -- Martha Stewart
If you're still shopping for the perfect invitation, these two snowflake-themed styles might inspire you:
Snowflake Invitation by Rita Renning, Winter Invitation by Checkerboard -- FineStationery.com
10.05.2011
Harvest Gathering
Cool fall weekends call for cozy gatherings with family and friends. Bring everyone together for
a harvest gathering to enjoy seasonal foods, a warming bonfire, and great company.
Have lots of warm blankets on hand for snuggling -- Better Homes and Gardens
A harvest-inspired invitation, like this style from Noteworthy Collection, is perfect for the event -- FineStationery.com
If you're unable to build an actual bonfire, carve a group of pumpkins with flame designs and add lights or candles inside them -- Better Homes and Gardens
Serve seasonal treats like butternut soup, pumpkin bread and cider -- Martha Stewart
Use hay bales for seating around the table or bonfire -- Better Homes and Gardens
Dress comfortably in a hand knit scarf and warm coat -- Martha Stewart
10.04.2011
Tuesday Trends: No-Carve Pumpkins
This year, avoid a big mess of seeds and goop and choose to embellish your pumpkins instead of carving. No-carve pumpkin ideas are popping up everywhere, from blogs to magazines to Pinterest. Use your imagination and decorate your pumpkins with anything from glitter to ribbons and thumbtacks! Here are a few fun ideas to get you started:
10.03.2011
Kid-Friendly Halloween Party Treats
To celebrate the first week of October, here's a roundup of kid-friendly Halloween treats that are
sure to please at parties or school functions:
sure to please at parties or school functions:
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