Tea Cup Dessert Display

I found this photo on Marie Claire Maison, so I don't know what yummy concoction is inside (it was all in French), but I am sure you can be creative and think of your own special delightful dessert to share with your friends.

You can find more entertaining ideas on New England Fine Living.com

A moss covered chandelier? Yup!

Glue is everywhere.. my fingers, my clothes, my arms, even my nose, but I am having a blast putting my crafty fingers to work.  Today I decided to start a project  during a quiet pre- 4th of July day while in my design studio.  I should have started it last week, but I am such a last minute Lucy.

It will be hanging in a window, over a casual yet elegant party theme table, at  First Rugs in Acton, MA (they have a store in Danvers, MA too).  The theme will be for an outdoor evening party. I am still debating if I should add twig wreaths at the top of each arm and then paint the candle base brown or go all out with the moss.  Definitely adding crystal(s).    I can't wait to show you the finished vignette.  We will be having a party there in August.  Stay tuned for more details.   For more party and event styling ideas, check out my Entertaining pages on New England Fine Living

A Countryside New England Style Contemporary Bathroom Gets A Makeover

From Orange To Green... Adding a little New England Style Flair

I was asked to select a color that would work with this New England style contemporary home.  They had just installed new floors, cabinets, lighting, fixtures, and a granite top to the vanity.  A soft soothing historical New England green, from Benjamin Moore, called Hollingsworth Green was selected to complement everything in the room.   

After a little prep work and sanding, I primed over the green board, spackle, and deep orange paint, let it dry, then followed up with an eggshell finish. 

PROJECT TIPS:

Keep your coats of spackle thin and feather the edges to lessen the amount of sanding needed.  


when sanding, it is helpful to have a vacuum head following below to help suck up the dust before it spreads around the room.

Isn't it amazing how color can change the feel of a room.  

                    

                          I am linking to Metamorphosis Monday at Between Naps on the Porch.

Red, White, and Blue 4th of July Party Ideas

 

For a quick last minute treat to bring to a friends house last year, I created these yummy skewers out of strawberries, white chocolate covered pretzels, and blueberries (note... keep them in the shade or you will have melted pretzels :-)   ).  If you would like some more 4th of July party ideas and decorating tips, you can visit my Red, White, and Blue 4th of July party page 

Rustic Barn Wedding or Cocktail Party in a Barn

Barn weddings and barn parties don't have to be an all out "rustic" theme, but what a great juxtaposition of wood, flowers, linen, crystal...

 To view a few more photos and information on rustic barn weddings, please visit my web site by clinking on this link  Rustic Barn Wedding and Party Ideas