What ever happened to all of the great party shows?

I used to watch these fantastic and inspiring party planning shows on TV. The episodes used really pile up on the old Tivo. Anyways, the shows I was obsessed with were "Party Planner with David Tutera " Party Girl" hosted by Cathy Riva ( posted a favorite episode from her show, check it out HERE ) and my favorite "The Big Party Plan Off". I miss them! There was also a show called "Top This Party" that would be on at really random times, that I didn't like as much but, without any other party TV to watch .....it had to do. Did anyone happen to catch the one and only season of "Party Monsters: Cabo" on E ? Why are these shows not catching on? Isn't anyone else amused and obsessed like I am with entertaining and party planning??

Please let me know if there are any new entertaining shows out there. (other than MILLIONS of wedding shows)

Black, white, and hot pink party!

I have recently developed an interest in finding all the inspiration I can for bachelorette parties! I have been researching activity ideas, decorations, and scouring the internet for the best decor ideas out there! Here is one of my favorites! These are photos from Kim at Head of the Table , a company that rents every type of dish you could dream of for any party that catched your fancy! More inspirations can be found at headofthetable.blogspot.com!

Kim believes that "when you set the table, you set the mood." I just love the combination of hot pink and the damask-like pattern. According to Kim, the pink base says, "let's have some fun!" while the pattern and hydrangeas say " this is a classy and chic soiree"

All the tableware shown is available to rent at Head of the table

Check out this creative and budget conscious party decoration! She used led pink and white led lights to add some ambiance. Swirls printed on regular computer paper were wrapped in a cylinder around the lights and topped with ribbon to finish off the look. What a fabulous idea!

My dog Daisy makes me happy

Daisy in my lap on the way to the park.

Dressed like a hot dog for Halloween

Asleep in my mom's lap (this one is my favorite)

It has been requested to me that I show off some pictures of my Daisy. Here she is! All wrapped up in cuteness! Daisy is a red miniature dachshund. She enjoys long walks around the neighborhood and would much rather prefer to NOT take baths . Who wouldn't want to throw a party for this little munchkin??

Daisy the dog's Birthday Party

My dog Daisy is turning three soon and I am going to throw her a little party....ANY reason to throw a party is good enough for me, but also what a fun theme to work with! Here are some images that have inspired me. I do have the madras print bucket that is pictured, I got it from the Cynthia Rowley collection at Target a couple summers ago! Oh- So- Cute!! Anyways, here are all the items and colors that inspire me so far!

Fantastic look for Nicole Richie!

I don't know where this photo of Nicole Richie was taken, but what a great look for her! So Jackie O., or Audrey Hepburn. She looks lovely, I am glad to see her evolve away from some of the looks that she used to go for. Gorgeous and grown up, well done...keep it up Nicole!

Breakfast at Tiffany's Bash!.....From Modern Marie!!

Modern Marie's blog has been one of my favorites for months now! She loves all things French, and vintage, and fun! Her blog is full of D.I.Y. projects, french things, fashion, and my favorite part....parties!! Here is a Breakfast at Tiffany's inspired bash that she had for her 18th birthday! Have a look at the adorable details!

The invitations were small boxes painted with Tiffany blue paint (that she customized at Home Depot) and filled with breakfast cereal. (I just love fun and kitchy little details like that) Underneath the cereal was all the party information! All tied up in a neat little bow!

Even the chandelier was dressed for the party!

Tiffany's boxes were stacked down the middle of the table. Fine china and pearl covered candle holders completed the look.

This is one of my favorite parts...she used an old photo frame and filled it with Tiffany's ads to use as a table top. How creative!

Tiffany-tinis! (or pineapple sherbert dyed blue)

Several clear pitchers were filled with all sorts of breakfast cereals!

Let your guests sleep in style like Holly Golightly in their own adorable sleep masks.

The party favors were mix CDs made to look like records. Here are the songs that she included in the mix!

1. Moon River - Henry Mancini

2. Downtown - Petula Clark

3. Moon River - Randy Spendlove

4. Breakfast at Tiffany's - Henry Mancini

5. Bittersweet Faith - Bitter:Sweet

6. Loose Caboose - Henry Mancini

7. Dirty Laundry - Bitter"Sweet

8. Kaboom! - Ursula 1000

9. Moon River Cha Cha - Henry Mancini

10. Something for Cat - Hanry Mancini

11. Fly Me to the Moon - Frank Sinatra

12. Come Fly with Me - Frank Sinatra

13. Mr. Yunioshi - Henry Mancini

14. Breakfast at Tiffany's - Deep Blue Something

15. She's Only 18 - Red Hot Chili Peppers

16. Barely Legal- The Strokes

17. Moon River - The Innocence Mission

18. Moon River- Henry Mancini and Audrey Hepburn

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!