"Country"

I have this dream of hosting one of those perfectly laid back Farm to Table celebrations that I always drool over on my favorite blogs. Probably because I am the least laid back person I know and this type of get together fits my alter ego to perfection. Just some friends... drinking some wine, eating some amazing food and basking in the candlelight of pretty flowers and memories made. Well, as it turns out, the amazing Nancy Neil...

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Let's face it, saying goodbye to the week here at SMP isn't always easy.  That's what happens when your job includes gazing at lovely weddings day in and day out - you don't necessarily need those two days off. But making up for the Saturday and Sunday sans pretty?  This beautiful Miami affair from 13:13 Photography, which is sooo full of sweetness (here's looking at you, DIY details), it was well worth the wait.  Start your week off...

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I'm now, more than ever, convinced that Lisa Vorce is God's gift to party planning. As far as I can tell, the girl eats, sleeps and breathes fabulous events. Captured by Jessica Burke, this Telluride rehearsal party has set the bar high for future affairs, (and if I'm being honest, I'm not entirely confident we'll ever be able to top it). A low-key, fun-filled day...

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When I think of St. Patrick's day celebrations of years gone by, I can assure you that I do not envision an elegant gathering and a picture-perfect tablescape. If I'm being honest, green beer, live music and a post-celebration headache typically comes to mind. So you can only imagine my shock when this stunning St. Patty's day inspired event landed itself in my inbox. With nary a green beer in sight, this series of images, captured by...

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Have you ever come across someone you immediately feel drawn to? For me, that just so happens to be Béa, La Tartine Gourmande. She emanates warmth, passion and class in an effortless fashion and has become my go-to when it comes to all things food related. Captured by our dear Heidi, from White Loft Studio, we are so thrilled to have her here today sharing some of her...

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There really isn't anything sweeter than bringing a little bundle of joy into the world. And let's be honest, a French-country inspired picnic, complete with a vintage pram (of course!), is just the ticket when it comes to celebrating new life. Designed and styled by the talented Dawn Crothers Cimino of Something Vintage Rentals, this baby shower is pretty much as good as it gets.

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Since smuggling the crisp Paris air back to Boston might be a bit of a challenge and we all know what would happen to the macarons that were stuffed into our bags (and then promptly into our faces). Instead of bringing something home from our travels, we're thinking that a simple, stunning Parisian inspired DIY candle is just what the doctor ordered. All designed by our sweet sweet friend and talented...

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I've had a long standing day dream of owning the sweetest little cabin in the countryside and filling it with loads of cozy essentials perfect for a fall weekend. Honestly, I'm not even lying when I tell you that I have it all mapped out right down to the sheets on the beds and the mugs in the cupboard perfect for hot toddy sipping. And the whole lot looks a little something like this nugget of Ontario goodness sent to us by Erin Samuell of ...

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