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SWANKY GIVEAWAY-STELLA & DOT $100 CERTIFICATE

So we are taking a little break today from parties and tables. But what better reason than for a Giveaway!!
I just had to find another reason to plan a party, so I recently became a stella & dot independent stylist along with my Swanky Tables business. I went to a trunkshow and fell in love with the jewelry and haven't looked back. Its been a lot of fun so far and its been a great way to try out new signature cocktails and yummy desserts. Stella & Dot just launched a little girls line, so to celebrate I thought it would be fun to do a giveaway with all my lovely Swanky Tables readers! I would also love to get your input on what your favorite pieces are to help me build my sample collection.

To enter to win a $100 gift certificate, please visit the site HERE, and comment on your favorite piece or pieces. Thank you so much, I appreciate it!!

This giveaway has ended.

*Fine Print: This certificate can only be used on orders placed through, Annette Warnick, stella & dot independent stylist.

Studio del Fiore Boutique Floral and Event Company

Spring is here, and what does that mean? Gorgeous Flowers, Outdoor Parties(well maybe not quite yet in the NW, but I can dream) , and Wedding season! If you are looking for some floral/event inspiration, or are in need of a great designer, definitely check out Portland, Oregon floral design and event company, Studio del Fiore. Lisa has a great eye for the overall design concept of the event and will help create a drop dead gorgeous floral creations to enhance this. She is a complete blast to work with too! I could go on and on, but just go check out her blog and portfolio for yourself. If you are in the Portland area, don't forget to enter her FREE FLOWER FRIDAY. Starts this week!!

Images: Kate Kelly Photography(white lace dress), Jasmine Photography(boutonnieres), Gabriel Boone(pink cardigan), Studio I do, SJ Harmon

Sugar and Spice

Love this idea from Donna Hay Magazine. Easy spiced sugars makes a great favor idea! Yum!
See recipes here.

Image: Donna Hay Magazine

Melangerie Printable Kids Party

One of my favorite paper goods companies, Melangerie, has come out with two printable kids party collections. The first one, Ready For Take Off, has the cutest invites, color palette, and great table decor. I'm dying over the hats from the Garden Tea Party, and the sweet place cards. The banner itself, is worth the download.(includes full alphabet and numbers). Check out their etsy store for more fabulous wedding and event items.

Images: Melangerie

A Pink Bikini Cocktail

I was just looking for a super easy, fun, girly cocktail recipe. Definitely making this for a trunk show this weekend. Yum!

1 (1.75 liter) bottle raspberry lemonade
1 3/4 cups coconut rum
1 cup amaretto liquer

Combine raspberry lemonade, coconut rum, and amaretto liqueur in a large pitcher. Stir well, and serve over ice.

Makes 10 cups

Recipe & Image: Coastal Living Magazine

Mothers Day Tote

Wrap moms gift in a custom tote bag decorated by the kids, or use as take home favors for Mother's Day Brunch. Permanent markers, a blank canvas bag and a little imagination is all you need.

Image: Martha Stewart

Party Starters - Party Packs, Decor, and Favors

Want a Martha Stewart style party, minus all the hours of tedious work? Party Starters has a great store full of event ideas and themes and all the cute details already done for you. Especially if your pre-schooler is dying to have that Toy Story or Ni Hao Kai-Lan party, and the thought of a cartoon theme party makes you cringe. You really can make it chic when you include these cute paper cake box cakes. I want to have a Ni Hao Kai-Lan party after seeing that party pack. So sweet!! Be sure to visit these super talented ladies' etsy store, blog, and site for inspiration and fabulous products!

Images: Party Starters

Swanky Deal: Alice Supply Co. Toolbox

I usually carry a toolbox of supplies to events and this one would be perfect. Just as stylish as the soirée! Find it on One Kings Lane sample sale site for $32 (regular $66).

Image: One Kings Lane

Pops of Blue

From a little to a lot, I'm loving pops of cool blue to liven up your dining room or table. Makes me want to vacation some where with turquoise waters and umbrella cocktails. Ready for some sun!

Images: House Beautiful

Real Soirée: About to Hatch Baby Shower

How cute is this About to Hatch Baby shower from Kim-Erin of living eventfully? I love the color scheme and nest graphic used throughout the shower. One of my favorite decor items is on the dessert table, the container with the moss and cookie pops. That chick is too cute! I'm also starving at the moment, so I'm ready to dig into some of those lemon meringue cupcakes. You can click on over to her blog for the recipe, too! For more details and pictures visit the living eventfully. Thanks Kim-Erin for sharing your event!!