What’s not to love about petit fours? This delicious, small portion of dessert which is usually adorable is one of my favorites. Nobody does cake petit fours for events better than Shell Co in New York. Michael Stuart NY turned us onto them when they made petit fours with edible sugared pansies on top for […]
Last November we boarded a plane with a dream team (Jen Huang Photography, Paperfinger, and Michael Stuart NY) and headed to Santa Ynez for Jen Huang’s Photography workshop. The first night we spent in this magical valley we threw a dinner party for some of our favorite west coast vendors in the private Figueroa Mountain House. […]
The Seventies get a bad rap. They’re infamous for pastel tuxedos covered in frills, exaggerated bell bottoms, platform shoes and polyester, but if you can look past the stereotypical fashion faux pas’ there’s a wealth of inspiration. Especially for a wedding. The dress… I found the vintage image below (it was sent in by a […]
This week we were beyond happy to sit down with the lovely ladies of You + Me*! We met Miya & Elisabeth a few years back and have been fast friends ever since. We are in constant awe over all of the gorgeous work they do; from building brand identities for some amazing creative clients, […]
With Spring blooming all around us, we can’t get enough of the season’s floral offerings. Since so many of the blooms are edible, we thought it would be fun to throw a unique brunch using edible flowers in each course. When your guests arrive have a delicious cocktail waiting for their arrival. Here’s how to […]
I’ve always been a bit jealous of girls because they can wear flimsy little dresses and short shorts at events whereas boys are required jackets and pants and ties and long sleeves. However shorts for men have been having a moment over the last couple years, of which I have been taking advantage. But what […]
This weekend pickle it! My mum always keeps a jar of her bread & butter pickles in the fridge and I have tried to follow in her footsteps and make sure my pickle jar is always full. These pickles are kept in the refrigerator so there’s no need to go through the whole canning process. […]
We recently booked a summer 2013 Nantucket wedding, which got me thinking about romances by the sea. So, this week’s wedding is inspired by sandy beaches, salty air, and everything nautical (photo below from Rue Magazine, shot by Jose Villa) The color palette… (boat photo from here, print from here) The dress… I’m loving the top dress’s subtle […]
This week we’re lucky to have friend and creative collaborator of Poppies & Posies, Janelle Sing, around to share a few of her favorite things. Janelle is honestly one if not the most talented people we’ve ever known, so we’re happy to be able to share her favorite things with you today. I won’t give away […]
Spring is upon us & what better time to start serving up some refreshing drinks? These should be served in the garden with tea sandwiches! 1/2 Cup Caster Sugar 1/2 Cup Water 1/4 Cup Rosewater 1/2 Cup Gin 2 Cups Prosecco 2 Cups Soda Water Ice Cubes, to serve Pink Rose Petals, to serve Place […]
Whenever I’m feeling the least bit vulnerable or overwhelmed, I sit back and take a breath and I make myself think about Julie Andrews. Specifically I think Julie Andrews as Maria von Trapp in “The Sound of Music”, and if I’m anywhere near my Iphone I listen to “I Have Confidence”. Seriously, it’s an instant […]