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We’re in the height of the summer season, which means it’s prime time for a pool party! Hosting your own has never been easier or more stylish than with these ideas, all put together into an inspiration board I’m ready to dive into.
Pool Party Party Invitation from Cardstore.com
Whiskey Sour from Martha Stewart
Striped Beach Towels from Pottery Barn
Tide Watching Bikini from Anthropologie
Tali Sandal from Nordstrom
Summertime means warm weather and some of my favorite, fresh, and seasonal foods are being prepared. One of my favorite things to do on a warm summer day when it’s not too hot is pack up a picnic and go to Balboa Park with my friends. Finding a fantastic picnic spot can be tough, but once you’ve found that grassy area with picturesque views, it can become a spot you’ll frequently visit. I’ve been toying with the idea of having a picnic dinner party lately, complete with an invitation and cute accessories. To help me out, or to provide you with some picnicking inspiration, I came up with a picnic inspiration board with colors inspired by a Dinner Served Party Invitation from Cardstore.com. Even if you don’t want to host a formal picnic, pack up some snacks for yourself and find a cute spot to do some people watching. You’ll love it, I promise! And make sure you come back and share your picnic stories with us.
Dinner is Served invitation from Cardstore.com
Beef Tenderloin Sandwiches from MarthaStewart.com
Picnic Plate from Country Living
Bigger Kids Picnic Table from Flickr photographer alwayscreatingsomething
Wicker Picnic Basket from Etsy vendor Amber Filkins
Last week I went on a totally relaxing and rejuvenating trip to the Texas hill country right outside of Austin. Each time I go there, I’m struck by how stunning the light is when it hits the rolling hills, and how the air smells and just feels different there. In other words, I love it! Even though we were often stuck inside thanks to Hurricane Alex, some rainy hikes and swims, along with one sunny day at Lake Travis, made the trip one to remember. Inspired by images of a windmill on my hike, a delicious pecan pie my aunt whipped up, and the clothing of the area, I’ve created an inspiration board that I hope pays homage to the fantastically beautiful Texas hill country.
Potluck Party Card from Cardstore.com
West Texas Windmill by McFitz via Flickr
Mason Jars from Hostess with the Mostess
Cowboy Boots from Style Me Pretty
Picnic in the Park Dress from Anthropologie
Pecan Pie from Martha Stewart
Cardstore.com customers have shown yet again why they are the best and most creative out there! We recently received word from one of our customers who hosted a “Bark Mitzvah” for her adorable dog Avery to help raise money for the ASPCA. Michele, the hostess of this fabulously fun event said, “The party was a huge success” and “everyone loved the invitations from Avery’s Bark Mitzvah”. With such fun and beautifully designed Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah invitations, thank you cards, and congratulations cards, they are perfect for animals and humans alike celebrating this special occasion! See the invitation Michele created below for an idea about how you can make your Bar, Bat, or even Bark Mitzvah equally excellent. Who knows, a “Meow Mitzvah” may be next!
Dive into the jungle with the help of these two beautiful giraffes! Featured on the left is a stunning photograph courtesy of Ben Heine. On the right is the simply adorable and ever-popular Giraffe Dot Blue baby shower invitation from Cardstore.com.
