PartyParty Collection at Urban Outfitters....

....is amazing!   I'm just sayin'. Confettisystem has dreamed up this shimmering collection of home decorations and party favors.Garlands, ornaments, pinatas,party hats, and (of course) confetti have simple construction,  light-hearted intentions, and are absolutely dripping with whimsy!This collection is only available at Urban Outfitters, so get some soon and have yourself a PartyParty! 

Lay these lovely ornaments on a table, hang them , or add them to an arrangement for added charm to any party.

I LOVE these pinatas! I have been wanting to have a pinata at a party for a while now. I love those throw-backs to childhood. Things that make you feel like a grown-up kid. Those are that kind of things that are relaxing to me.  

This banner garland is certainly a nod to a classic, I like how there is paper fringe still but there is a twist with the added metalic.

I don't know what kind of parties you all went to when you were younger, but I don't remember party hats ever looking this cute!

Of course confetti is a part of the collection! With a name like Confettisystem how could it not be?

This garland is most certainly my favorite of the collection. I love when pretty things are sort of tattered. A garland of tassels, and curls, and fringe....oh my!

i am so inspired by the look of all these pieces. I could envision an entire party around this!I would also like to try and create my own fringey garlands and such! ....Maybe soon!

I hope you all fell in love as much as I did!

Napkin Folding

So, I found this wonderful book at Borders for a cheap 4 dollars!! It contains MANY napkin folds. I hadn't really done the whole cloth napkin thing before when I had guests over, but now every time someone comes over for dinner it is my time to show off! 

Here are some of my favorites!

This one is called pinwheel

This one is called fire!

ice cream cone....so cute for a neopolitan soiree!

Lover's knot (wink wink)

You've got mail....the envelope fold

The diamond fold...this one wasn't as hard as it looked

It takes very little to please and amuse me. This book and my cloth napkins kept me entertained on a rainy Saturday afternoon..AND I learned something new!

This week's garage sale finds

Every now and then ( I wish every week) I go hunting for treasures at garage sales. I look for all kinds of things, mismatched tea cups, interesting serving pieces, or other vases and candleholders to enhance any gathering. This week I managed to spend only $6.00 and got three fantastic pieces! Check em' out!

Three items for only $6.00 can you believe it?!

I got this piece for .50! I have already used it too! I served dip from it just the other night, but it could also be used to float candle in or serve appetizers from!

This green and brown striped table runner was $2.50!

I'm not sure what this is supposed to be but I plan to serve food from it, display candles on it.....and more!!

Maybe this weekend YOU should go garage-saling and see what you find!

Holly Golightly inspired bathtub sofa!

Ok...so I think that it is safe to say that we all wish we had Holly Golightly's style and charm. Now you can have a piece from her quirky New York apartment in your home! Check out this inspired bathtub sofa by Flavour Design.

Starting a "just" $3500. Yikes, well I will most likely not ever have one because I am what you call "thrifty" (or cheap, but doesn't thrifty just sound better?)  but they are still quirky and fun none  the less.

Entertain in the great outdoors with modern accents from Z Gallerie!

Have you ever gone into Z Gallerie and NOT wanted to buy almost everything that you see?......me niether. Check out their modern outdoor designs! The thing I love most about Z Gallerie is that different cultures are always incorporated into the designs. Enjoy!....I DARE you not to be addicted to this store!

Recent Ikea Barigains!

Who loves Ikea?......me, me, me!!

* set of six glasses ($5.99)

* mini glass pitcher, perfect for mixing up some cocktails ($2.99)

*set of 5 white pop-up magazine files ($2.99)

*BIG BLUE BAG handy for carrying almost anything (.59)

Hooray for Ikea! I have a feeling that I am going to be spending ALOT of time there and finding  ALOT of bargains! Happy shopping!

Ikea of Tampa Grand Opening!!

What is it about Ikea that people love so much?? The modern furniture, great deals, or just the Swedish charm?? I say All of the above! We here in Tampa FINALLY have an Ikea! I have been to and coveted several other locations for years now, but now I have my very own! An entire store (actually warehouse) filled with cheap and modern finds for every room in your house, and of course all kinds of steals for entertaining! (of course) What do YOU love most about Ikea??

Adorable mugs from Urban Outfitters!

I love Urban Outfitters! They carry so many unique and interesting household accessories! Check out this adorable coffee cup and saucer set! I just love the colors, and it is so handy to have them all set up on a stand! $28 at Urban Outfitters!

Bling it On!

Have you ever been to Z Gallerie? Because if you haven't been, you really should go as soon as possible! There is somthing in that store to fit into every design style. What caught my eye this particular time were all the sparkly things that I saw! Diamonds are a girl's best friend afterall! Jeweled candle-holders, coasters, and place card holders, all fabulous and lovely. All would be perfect for a Breakfast at Tiffany's party, Glamourous afternoon luncheon, or Awards party!

Sweet Bargain!

I just got the sweetest deal on a beverage tub that I have been eye-balling at Target! I picked up this adorable tub for only $9.95! Oh Target.....I love you. I am definitley going to use it this weekend for the retro-modern bridal shower!

Andy Warhol Plates

I fell in love with these Andy Warhol appetizer plates from CB2 when I first saw them! Especially the "I think everybody should like everybody" quote. After all isn't that the whole reason to have a party? To introduce friends and family with similar interests, and great stories. A party is kind of a way to show off your friends, as well as celebrate with them! Celebrate your friends with a pop-art design inspired by Mr. Warhol himself!

Orla Kiely for Target.....fruity and cute!

I nearly gasped when I walked by the display at Target of the new fruity collection of dinnerware designed by Orla Kiely. Much to my surprise and delight I found more of her lovely designs when I went into the housewares department. I am love love loving this collection! I find myself wanting it ALL. Flowers or apples? Apples or pears? APPLES OR PEARS?! I cant' decide. I hope you have better luck than me. Happy shopping and happy Friday!

Springtime Offerings From Target

How do I love Target?....let me count the ways. I was shopping for nothing in particular the other day at Target when I stumbled upon their new springtime lovelies , of course I wanted it all....but I also want money in my bank account. Such is life. There is something for everyone within this collection. Fun flowers, simple whites, damask print in mellow blues and greens,butterflies, and the classic polka dots and stripes. Love love LOVE! Check it out!