So we can't really take credit for this next little number. We originally spotted it over on Idle Wife and fell so in love with it that we sort of just stole it and plopped it right into our neon celebration, putting our own little striped spin on some of them. And if you're anything like us, you're going to do the exact same thing... Marshmallows (extra large) Paint Brush 4-5 Small...
Next up in the building blocks for our aaaaadorable Neon Party Theme is this oh-so-simple lucite tray. I am a HUGE fan of the lucite tray. A few trays are a great investment for your party pantry because you can always gussy them up with a bit of paint or a paper insert and transform the end result. For this tray, we used a simple tape pattern to create a fun, modern Neon design. newspaper painter's tape lucite tray (found here) spray paint (we used rustoleum fluorescent in yellow)...
Okay, the first DIY (actually all of the DIY's) for today's celebration is about as easy as boiling water. We love a good DIY but we aren't huge fans of overly complicated, glue gun burn inducing projects. So today, we're keeping these short and sweet. Bottom line? With a little tape and a little spray paint, we turned these simple Martini glasses into something cocktail dreams are made of... 12" strip...
We are turning the volume up seriously loud on Style Me Pretty Living today. Like neon loud. Because as we were working on our latest and greatest Party Theme idea, we realized that our Neon celebration was so stinking adorable, with DIY for days, that we had to spend a whole day devouring the pretty. And I'm willing to bet that by the day's end, even the most doubtful readers will be turned into official neon groupies. So first up, the inspiration that started it all... Coming up next we...
I heart this post. Big time. Because not only are we sharing three super cute ways to decorate your desk, we also happen to be giving away one of our complete designs! Full GIVEAWAY details below. So the back story is this. At our SMP headquarters we have 3 white parsons desks that line a single wall. And have nothing but a pretty yellow lamp on each of them. It's streamlined and clean and modern. But, lacks any and all...
So now that you've seen the Picnic Basket that inspired us to get off our tails and plan a Kate Spade Picnic to end all picnics, it's time to get down to the nitty gritty. Let me start by saying this: I am a busy girl. The kind of girl that rarely...
Spring is in the air. Well sort of. It's still kind of dreary and overcast here in Boston. But (queue the "I'm digging deep and maintaining a positive attitude" music), our tulips are poking through, the strawberries are starting to show signs of life and simply saying the word May has me all kinds of school-girl giddy. So when I spotted...
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...
Our hearts are heavy this morning at the recent events unfolding in our beloved city of Boston. In the light of today's developements we've decided to hunker down and hope to resume regular posting once our sweet city is back to normal again. Please know that our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragedy, and we ask all fellow Bostonians to stay safe and sound. As a group of Bostonians, it's hard to put into words just how great the impact of this event has been for us and...
A quick note to let everyone know that we are all safe and sound, hunkered down in our beloved city of Boston. We couldn't bear the thought of posting while there is so much turmoil happening right on our doorsteps, so we're holding off for the time being. We will resume posting once things have settled down and some semblance of peace has been restored. Our thoughts, and heavy hearts, are with all of those whom have been affected by the tragic events that have unfolded this week. And for...
Photography: Gabe Aceves Photography There really aren't words for what our beloved city has been through this week. This horrible event has hit so very close to home, and although we are all safe at this moment, it has shaken us to our core. These are our neighbors, our friends, our friends of friends. And to our fellow Bostonians, we pray that you stay safe and sound and that we can all use this time to pause and really understand the magnitude of...
We have a new series here on SMP Living: Party Ideas. Totally comprehensive, totally executed ideas that you can steal right from our blog and put into some serious action. Because like the rest of you, we are party throwing junkies and we're always looking for chic, fabulous, utterly adorable ideas that will knock the socks off your guests. Enter: A Sprinkles Party. Inspired by this here cake (which we didn't copy nearly...
When Jose sent over these images from his recent trip to Cuba, I told him that they deserved to be in a gallery. We all know Jose Villa thanks to his beloved wedding photographs, though what we don't always get to see, are the images that he captures along the way. The photographs that tell a story beyond white dresses and fairytales and capture life in a slightly different way.
Photographers are a rare breed. They see the world through the lens of a camera, always aware of beautiful shots, stunning vingettes, powerful moments. And if ever there was a photographer whose lens I wish I could peak into, it would be Jose Villa. Because his life - and every nook and cranny within it - has soul. And texture. And a sense of space and life and history. So when he gave us this rare glimpse into his travels to Morocco -...
The first time I tasted this cake was upon meeting my boyfriend's parents. They had it for dessert or someone's birthday or something. I can't really remember why. But, I politely ate it and tried my hardest not to lick my plate clean. Then - and thankfully said boyfriend became loving husband which is probably a result of me keeping this story a secret until now - I waited until everyone was asleep and snuck...
Every time I have (well I should say had because clearly, if I'm writing a post about setting a table, I better know a thing or two about it) a dinner party, I always found myself second guessing the placement of each piece. And yet, I feel like setting a proper table is one of those things every hostess should know how to do with ease. So, for my benefit and yours, we're breaking it down for you, SMP style. With a pretty watercolor that you can print out and frame for reference of course!
Sarah Lavoines is the very definition of fabulous. She is a decorator known for her insanely honed contemporary Parisian approach to design and attention to both color and quality. Her spaces tend to marry form and function in a way that feels new and fresh and utterly fabulous. And if you spend two minutes looking through her...
The ever evolving gallery wall. It's one of our favorite elements of a house and is often one of the most poignant ways to get to know someone a little better. Through the art that they have lovingly and thoughtfully collected. Mixed in with mementos and photographs. It's a window into a homeowners soul and as we are working on crafting our very own, we thought that we'd pay homage to one of our favorite gallery walls of all times.
For the last two days, we've been poring over all of the gorgeous Spring Pinterest boards that you guys have put together. Umm, can I go out on a limb and say we have the most fashion fabulous readers on the planet? Yeah, we do. Anyway, before we announce the winner (and maaaaaaybe a runner up!!), we wanted to give you one little gift of Spring that everyone can...
Yep, you read it right. We're hosting our very own Pinterest Contest. Mainly because we want to build up our Pinterest followers. But also because we're standing on Spring's doorstep, begging them to let us in, with warm sunny skies and gorgeous fashion picks that turn our hearts a flutter. So, to celebrate the arrival of Spring the way we...
