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Since AATR’s co/owner and wedding designer Lisa Litton (congrats mama!) is expecting her first little one this fall I’ve been thinking a lot about showers (baby, wedding) and just wanted to share some inspiration…
A traditional shower location is always someone’s house, most likely a backyard get together with fun finger foods and cute decor…
Click for the how-to. My fave is the photo-direction-invites!
Happy 4th of July to everyone… Hope we all get to cook out, watch the fireworks and relax for the weekend.
A common exit for the happy couple these days includes sparklers. Now I’ll go ahead and forewarn brides and grooms to take a good hard look at their guest list before they hand out any kind of fire to party goers at the end of the night… 
I will say that the results can be beautiful for photos thought, so its not a bad idea. Inexpensive as well. If you have a wedding coming up after the 4th, hit the sales on the 5th!
Here are some cute lovey dovey things… oh go ahead and enjoy vday, it’ll be our little secret… Click the image for the know-how (Martha Stewart knows all).
We all know I am The Martha Stewart Fan. So this year when my mom announced that all of our gifts should come from the heart, not the wallet, I started doing my homework on what I could “home-make”. Martha has helped with inspiration so I put together my faves (with links to instructions of course) to make it easier on your search as well!
Travel collages for any explorer that loves display the memories. I hope someone makes me this!
Holiday CDs for the music lover… pick their favorite music genre and there will definitely be a holiday CD to match! Of course we all aren’t fans of “Santa Clause is Comin’ to Town” so any music that THEY will love is the way to go.
Drink mixers for the party goer or the hostess with the mostess…
And here are some cute carriers for the mixers as well 
Fabric covered picture frames for that friend that prints out all those good times!
Hand warmer for your friends toughin’ out the winter cold, unlike here in Orlando.
More ideas to come, I’ll of course share my creations that hopefully resemble these pics… Just a helpful hint though, think about what you love to do and what you are good it and try to meld that with what your loved ones enjoy. I love taking photos so I plan to take photos of the family and give them to my Nana. this is good strategy as long as you remember the gift is for them , not you
Happy Holidays!
As my friends and I prepare for our Alice and Wonderland themed-costumes this Friday, I thought I’d post my favorite Halloween inspirations. Martha Stewart is my favorite.
Thanks Martha for all your fun finds! Check back for photos from our own get together on the 31st…
I’m obsessed! When I first found out about etsy a few months ago I had no clue how MUCH stuff was available on there… fast forward to today (when I should be studying for an exam before I head to a wedding) and I can’t stop browsing all the goodies!
I have such a hard time finding birthday gifts for all my favorite people who deserve a fun & unique gift but now I have my go-to place. I’ve already bought three gifts since yesterday (below). So I’m just postin’ to say get-to-browsing!
Wall Decals for my best girlfriend, I’m so glad I didn’t have to just buy her clothes!
Painting for my ocean-loving friend.
{Etsy}
Just wanted to share these cute websites that are worth browsing especially if you’re looking for favors, decor, etc. They both offer eco friendly products which is so important these days. Quite fun stuff…
Plum Party is full of fun things, they have a really great eco friendly section (including this paper pop-up placemat). 
Other cutesy decor…
For your Party offers really adorable design-your-own products. The steps are simple and the results are unique & personal. Napkins, drink stir sticks, ribbons and more can all be personalized by you! Below are my personally crafted goodies…
My inspiration boards have included work by Anne Watkins, her website is linked to this blog, she’s an amazing talent & I’m cleary a fan. When I got in touch with Anne about featuring her work, she gave me a personal call the same day all the way from New York, what a lovely lady! Her subtle but detailed watercolors capture the mood of many special moments.
My personal favorites by Anne.
