Here's a post from ShanDurRah from the CasaSugar Wedding Decor and DIYs group My now husband Andy and I are fascinated by the whimsical and by fantasy. We already had a beautiful setting at Calimigos Ranch in Malibu, CA, so it did not take much decorating to embellish it. All the invitations, programs, table numbers, and escort cards were DIYed by me. The lovely photography was done by Flutter Read more

Have some time on your hands this weekend? Spend it with some projects that will save you money and add beauty to your home or next party. I've found some fun ones this weekend, from a CB2-inspired shelf to a beautiful addition to an outdoor wedding reception, plus much more. Take a look! Read more

At the San Francisco Wedding Fair this year, attendees (including myself) were wowed by a room filled with pop-star-inspired tables designed by wedding and event planning company Floramor. The glitzy table setups each drew inspiration from the musical style and personality of a different female singer, including Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Fergie, Jennifer Lopez, Katy Perry, and Lady Gaga. So if Read more

My November wedding was all about the love, and we really took that theme to heart when it came to the decor. We had heart balloons, pillows, favor tags, and more incorporated in the big day, and whatever I couldn't find I made. So for our table seating assignments I made little red heart magnets that would not only display the table assignments on a magnetic board, the guests could take them as Read more

When you don't have time to make over your home, you can always style your table. Tablescapes provide a perfect way to showcase your home while also impressing friends and family members with your impeccable style. This year, we showcased dozens upon dozens of beautiful tablescapes, from holiday-themed settings to weddings and parties decorated to the nines. One of our regular contributing Read more

Whether your wedding dessert of choice is a three-tiered wedding cake, homemade pies, cupcakes, or macarons, you need a picture-perfect way to display your big day's saccharine delights. And when it comes to cake pedestals, I'm seeing everything from vintage to modern and rustic to girlie designs. Don't be afraid to use mismatched styles and colors on a dessert table, or try grouping a variety of Read more

It seems like the entire world is buzzing about the royal wedding, and the hype isn't limited to humans! Larry, the reigning cat at number 10 Downing Street (the British prime minister's residence), is clearly pretty excited about the event himself. Apparently, when your dad is the prime minister of England, you can walk all over the dining table! Although who are we kidding — even nonpolitical Read more

Cloches, also called bell jars, were originally developed by the French to protect early growing garden plants from frost. Today, the cloche has moved far beyond the garden. Cloches are often employed in kitchens as an elegant way to protect food, such as cheese or butter. They're also quite common as a decorating element. I've recently seen cloches used in a number of weddings in innovative Read more

Jon Hamm and his 30 Rock friend Jack McBrayer had lunch together in LA yesterday. Jon got a special visit from his longtime love Jennifer Westfeldt during the outing and the two shared a kiss at the table. It must have been an interesting month for Jon, whose hit series Mad Men was in limbo due to contract negotiations. The show is finally and officially coming back for at least two more seasons, Read more

Succulents are great for so many reasons. They're hardy, require very little care, and are gorgeous to boot. Whether you're interested in using them as favors or tabletop arrangements at a wedding or party, or you'd like to invest in them for a long-term gardening or decorating look at your home, they're a great choice. Here, I've rounded up many ways that you can use them on tabletop surfaces Read more