Bridal Shower: Swanky Blue and White

Here's a little inspiration board for a bridal shower I'm working on with two fabulous ladies. More to come!

Images: J.Crew, Style Me Pretty, Inspired by This, My Sweet and Saucy Blog, JL Designs

Real Soiree: Chic Yellow + Gray Baby Shower

This shower reminds me how much I'm going to miss Summer! Love every little detail of this baby shower by The Babs Blog!(a fabulous blog written by two California sisters full of events, diy projects, and great inspiration!) Sweet, Modern, and Chic, this is one shower that doesn't miss a detail. Check out The Babs Blog post for more pictures and details.

Images: The Babs Blog

Swanky Giveaway Winner- Munchkin Designs

And the Winner of the Munchkin Designs Package is:

Sarah who said
"I LOVE the invitation! It would be perfect for a "vintage circus" bridal shower i am throwing! Also the gumball machine, banner, little cards... i would love them all!"

Congrats Sarah! shoot me an email at annette@swankytables.com to claim your prize!

Thanks everyone for entering. Loved all the great comments.

DIY Blackboard Place Cards

Check out this DIY from Canadian House and Home for Bistro Style Blackboard Place Cards.

Image: Canadian House and Home

Happy Hour: Key Lime and Coconut Caipirinha

Key Lime and Coconut Caipirinha
2 oz. Cabana Cachaça
1 tbsp. shredded coconut
1 tbsp. granulated sugar
1 lime, quartered
Crushed ice

Muddle lime with coconut and sugar. Add Cabana Cachaça, shake, and pour over ice.

I'm a sucker for anything key lime. This one sounds very refreshing to start the weekend! Cheers!

Recipe & Image: Marie Claire

Carnival Real Soiree + Swanky Giveaway - Munchkin Designs

What better way to kick off the week then a Fabulous Real Soiree and Giveaway designed an hosted by Lisa of Munchkin Designs!
The Portland, Oregon based studio specializes in custom designed paper goods, gifts, and all things party! The fabulous Circus Soiree was designed by Lisa herself for her son's 9th birthday. Of course, I'm dying all over the Sweet Shoppe and love the hot dog and popcorn bar. The custom invite is beyond perfect and is that perforation on the sides? So cute!



Lisa has also been super generous by hosting a giveaway for Swanky Tables Readers
10 custom invites, party favors, and custom birthday tee (retail value not to exceed $100) for one lucky winner! Head on over to the Munchkin Designs site and leave a comment below telling us what items you would pick for your party! Contest ends Monday, August 16th, Midnight PST. Winner will be announced on Tuesday, the 17th! Good luck!

Thanks Lisa for sharing your party and for such a rad giveaway!

Cookie Pockets

Sweet cookie pockets from Martha Stewart. These would be a great way to tie in your color scheme for a dessert table. Love the red and white polka dot!