gorey gala

Nothing gets me going more than Edward Gorey at Halloween time!

birthday girl = baby

One of my favorite blogs is Birthday Girl..., and one of my favorite Inspiration Boards ever is the one she did for an Alice in Wonderland theme (last year, before all the new movie hype!)

Well, please visit her blog and wish her well, because she is gonna be a busy momma soon!!!

Happy Fun Friday everyone! I can't think of a more "Wonderful" way to start my "Girls Only" weekend!

See you soon.

"Eat" or "Drink?"
(you choose, but responsibly, please!)

Oh, and WHO IS GONNA BE MY 200TH FOLLOWER????

it's all about the girls

Today's "Fun Friday" is all about the girls!

Two things:

1. Bachelorette Trip ideas found here... (NYC, Aspen, Vegas & Tulum!!! Now, that's what I'm talkin' about!!!!)

and...

2. I need your help in finding women in music (any era and any genre) for a CD I am making for my 7 year old girl. (only wholesome lyrics may apply!!!)

Thanks for your help, and have a fantastic weekend everyone!

girl's night out

OK. I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving..., now it's Friday... right?

Girl's Night Out Shopping sounds like so much fun!!!

Check out the Dirty Blonde Cocktails Calendar of Events!!!

garden cocktail

Garden

20 ml Cointreau
20 ml Sourz Apple
20 ml passion fruit juice
20 ml lemon juice
1 dash blue curaçao
1 dash syrup

Shake with ice in a cocktail shaker.
Strain into a cocktail glass.
Add an extra dash blue curaçaou in the glass.
Decorate with a slice of kiwi fruit.

(via Sparkliatti)

anthropologie outdoor entertaining

Let's Party!!!
Well, in a "backyard, bbq, wholesome" kinda way!

I'll take one of each!
Thanks.














(via anthropologie.com)

Cinco de Mayo Margaritas

(via jo my goodness)

Happy Cinco de Mayo

bachelorette party - part 2

"No Photos Please!"

OK, this is STILL not about MY bachelorette party, but thought you might like this checklist from the Knot.com on how to plan one!

Bachelorette Parties: A Planning Checklist
Maids, bust out your calendars. Here's a timeline to help you prepare for the bride's naughty night on the town.

Photo: E. Photography


Maid of honor, are you ready to rock? Whether you're mellowing out or whooping it up, here's a checklist to help you and the maids prepare for this infamous night. Feel free to adjust the timeframes according to your celebration style.

3+ Months Before
Ask the bride what she wants (or doesn't want) in terms of bachelorette bashing. Will it be a night of terror on the town, complete with Jell-O shots, a scavenger hunt, and gyrating dancers? A quiet weekend getaway? Martinis at a mod cocktail lounge? A living room lingerie exchange? Pizza and pool at a local dive? Karaoke? Casino?
Establish her comfort levels. If she wants G-rated instead of G-string, review your options together. If she does want to walk on the wild side? Get her to define exactly what that means. Remember, while you want her to cut loose, you don't want to mortally embarrass her, or worse, totally freak her out.
Set the date -- shoot for a weekend night about one to two weeks before the wedding. (If members of the bridal party are from all over and can only convene a few days before, that timing works, too.)
Create the guest list.

2 Months Before
Send out a casual "save the date" email to see if there are any major conflicts among invitees. If you're partying far away, include specific details.
Brainstorm possible game plans and party stunts with the maids (make it a surprise for the bride).
If the party will be at a hot spot or out of town (the only Chippendale's club in town, a popular tapas bar, a cabaret theater, South Beach, a rock concert, someone's beach house...), make reservations, order tickets, and deal with lodging and transportation details.
No matter what the format, alcohol and bachelorette revelry usually go hand in hand. Be responsible. Start thinking about transportation arrangements -- many ladies opt for booking a chauffeured limo, bus, or van for the evening. Call around to compare rates.
Research and book any talent that might make an appearance at the soiree.

1 Month Before
Send invitations. Emailing and calling is okay, too. Make sure your invitation politely informs guests that a contribution to the festivities will be expected and name the price.
If you're going with the standard pub crawl, devise the itinerary. Start out with dinner at a rowdy restaurant (you don't want to drink on an empty stomach) and map out all the establishments you want to hit plus what time you'll be popping in. Planning it out this way will help you book your transportation for the proper length of time, and it limits the carousing so that you don't overdo it or spend too much cash. Make all necessary reservations, even at bars. Ask about drink specials and bachelorette freebies.
Make your transportation reservation(s). Do it earlier if you live in a metropolitan area, are partying during prom season, or in the summer, when the number of pre-wedding parties tends to peak.
If you're partying at home, help the hostess plan refreshments and activities. Make a shopping list. Divide up to-dos among bridesmaids: games, decorations, booze-buying, stereo and/or karaoke set-up, CD duty, etc.

1 Week Before
Buy fake penis paraphernalia, bachelorette accessories such as the novelty veil or tiara, bite-me candy necklaces, and other naughty props.
Make a list of the games you want to play, with rules and how-tos, lest you forget after too many margaritas. Keep it handy.
If you're having a scavenger hunt, conspire with your maids and make a list of the mischievous missions the bride will have to fulfill throughout the course of the evening. Keep that handy, too.
Confirm RSVPs
Confirm transportation arrangements
Confirm the at-home entertainment

1 Day Before
Debrief the bride (it's okay to keep some of the details a surprise).
Remind guests of the meeting place and time, reiterating the address. If there are several stops planned, name the second address, too, for latecomers.
Re-confirm all reservations.
Get plenty of sleep.



http://wedding.theknot.com/bridesmaids-mother-of-the-bride/bachelorette-party-ideas/articles/bachelorette-parties-planning-checklist.aspx

Bachelorette Party

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(note: some items on their site are a little graphic..., enter at your own risk of blushing!!!)

COMING SOON! I have hesitated going into details about MY Bachelorette Party, but I think the time is almost here. I am in the process of getting details from my bridesmaids. When I know/remember/am reminded... I will fill you all in. (It was a great night, that I know!!!)