This is the kind of dinner my dad would have been happy to sit down to on Father’s Day – prime rib, horseradish sauce, simple green beans, and a perfect manhattan. No frills, done right.
Loving these fresh, springy green beaded headbands by Quirky Beauty. Perfect spring wedding accessory for the bridesmaids or a simple, natural look for the bride.
{Photos from Martha Stewart}
String lights are an easy way to add ambiance to your outdoor parties. Here’s a quick roundup of options and sources for lighting up the summer nights.
{Globe string lights from Restoration Hardware and solar-powered lantern strings from IKEA}
{Capiz Cube string lights from Target and Arts & Crafts lanterns from Partylights.com}
{Luna Bazaar’s disco ball and tiki lanterns}
These gorgeous handcrafted rings from Bario-Neal really speak to me. Simple, elegant and modern with enough of a twist to ensure you won’t be wearing what everyone else is.
Why not make a statement with bold, summery color at your next outdoor shindig? Here’s a small roundup of affordable pieces from the Crate and Barrel Outlet.
1 … Orange Tub, $10.95 each
2 … Flower Platter, $6.95 each
3 … Condiment Spoons, $1.95 each
4 … Daisies Placement, $4.50 each
5 … Melamine Bowls, $2.95 each
Wouldn’t these handmade linen baskets/bowls from Country Life Naturals be perfect for a rustic, outdoor buffet? I’d use them to hold napkin-rolled cutlery, fresh fruit, bread… they’re washable and the lining is food-safe, so they’re versatile little pieces. Earth-friendly, too!
