Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Ultra Compact Steambrush

I cannot even count the number of times I wished I had one of these on hand. Be wary of any steamer you rent from a New York rental company - they rarely work!

Perfect to give your linens a quick steam before your event or better yet steam that amazing party dress for a crisp look.

Be a pro and bring your own, for only $39.95 its an investment in your sanity! Available at Williams-Sonoma.



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Friday, May 16, 2008

Candy Cane Shot Glasses

Drink and be merry and get your sugar fix at the same time with these Candy Cane Shot Glasses from Plum Party ($9). This edible set of shot glasses will put you in the festive mood for sure.

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Thursday, May 15, 2008

Vessel Luau Portable Lamp

For that romantic walk on the beach, garden party or extra den lighting, the versatile Vessel Luau Portable Lamp, from Mod Decor ($250) creates a special ambiance no matter where you take it. Equally useful for both indoors and out, this elegantly modern lamp lights up automatically when lifted from the base, utilizes a dimmable LED light source and has a runtime of six to ten hours.

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Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Chalkboard Napkin Rings

Your guests are sure to know their place at your next dinner party with these unique Chalkboard Napkin Rings ($65). Carefully crafted from lacquered and untreated maple, this set of four reusable napkin rings comes equipped with a slate pencil and sponge eraser.

Available at Moma.

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Monday, May 12, 2008

Tea for One

Designing a grown-up tea party? Try this unique teapot designed to serve ‘Tea for One’ from Urban Outfitters ($24). The single-serving teapot stacks right on top of a pretty matching cup making it both lovely to look at and fun for your guests. Its a great conversation starter.

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Heart Shaped Sugar Cubes

These sugar are just too fun! Its a bit of an over the top detail, but for those (such as myself) that thrive on the details, then heart shaped sugar cubes are for you! What a unique touch to add to your wedding or even just your own personal tea party. They would make anyone smile.

Available in either natural colors or red and whites, at Sur la table for $29.95, these accessories will not disappoint. Pair these cubes with other heart shaped edible items and you have a lot of love at one party! Reusable heart molds can be purchased at Lancaster Colony, one mold for $6.60, the sold molds can be used for butter, cheese, pate or chocolate.



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Sunday, May 11, 2008

Stickers on the Wall!

Make a statement in one way and do it BIG with graphics! Blik offers custom vinyl stickers in various sizes made to apply to just about any flat surface, a wall, window, mirror, ceiling, tabletop or dancefloor - have them create your logo, your image, or your wording in any color or font. These stickers are then applied to the wall easily and removed without a trace of residue.

This is a quick and simple solution for the ultimate quick transformation to a blank room for a party or a quick change to your home.

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Saturday, May 10, 2008

Bella Figura Letter Press Stationary

Bella Figura - This passionate artisan letterpress shop is one of our favorites. The whole love they put into their printing process is just inspiring - who knew you could still find antique cast iron letterpresses? Well the two owners crossed the country to find 50 tons worth of antique pieces.

If letterpress invitations is something of interest, this should be the first stop in your design process. Plus an added bonus, the whole shop is a wind-powered, carbon neutral print shop, and !% of sales to environmental causes.

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