DIY: Cake Stand

I saw this cute and inexpensive craft project on prudentbaby.com. Click here for all the instructions! Easy!!!

Our local Hobby Lobby just opened last week. On my list (which I suspect I'll always have a HL list) are the cake boards I need to give this craft a try! Very excited about the possibilities.

Real "Paper" Plates

I LOVE these plates! And if I had my dream "closet" (you know, the one that is the size of a single car garage stall) where I could put all my entertaining wants and needs, I would buy a set of these! And I would have a back-to-school party... for all my friends... a brunch, right after we dropped off the kids to their first day of school.

Click here for more information about these plates, cups, glasses, etc.

Cake-Stand Skirt - a la Martha Stewart

What a great and adorable idea for dressing up cake-stands!! For instructions, click here! Thanks Martha for the most clever idea!!

Pedestal Bowls by Rosanna, Inc.

These pedestal bowls from Rosanna, Inc. are incredible!! I love them. They range in price from $39 - $65. I love the texture of each of these bowls and how they are each different. I think they would make an incredible addition to a buffet!!

Guitar Hero Ice Cubes!

Can you tell by looking at this that it is an ice cube tray that makes ice cubes in the shape of 3D guitars? How cute is that?

You can use any liquid and make some super fun ice cubes for your next party!

These are available at Baron Bob's and are $8 for a tray!

Break out your Guitar Hero for a themed party!!!

Semi-Homemade

I've recently re-discovered a passion for trying new recipes. I've been getting some recipes and ideas from the Food Network and I am especially loving Sandra Lee's Semi-Homemade. Here are a few of her books that I've put on my personal wish list. Click here for more information about these books and other products.

Not only does she have practical recipes that are so easy and yet so yummy, she has great entertaining ideas! I love her style.