
Take note friends and family: These gifts are perfect for the ultimate party girl. I'm talking about the gal who hardly sleeps, is constantly in the process of planning a fabulous soirée, and considers party-hopping her favorite sport.
This
gold crocodile wine caddy lets her transport bubbly in style.
Thanksgiving Tip: Set the Table Early If you're anything like me, you have already started to plan your elaborate Thanksgiving table setting. I begin to prepare the table when I start selecting a menu. Here's why you should get a headstart with preparing your table.

Walking around the tasting tent at the
Food Network NYC Food and Wine Festival, I came across a fabulous decorating idea — it's perfect for Fall or the holidays — that I plan to re-create in a tablescape. You can to, here's how to:
- Start by covering the table with a simple cloth. Arrange a thin layer of gauzy fabric over the tablecloth.
- Sprinkle the table with rose petals in a color that matches the party's theme.

Have you planned your
Howl-oween party yet? Even if you're not having all your furry friends over, consider treating the special pets in your life to a goodie bag just for them — think of it as
treats without the tricks.
North has a couple
besties from Pet Camp and doggies of my friends (and, of course
Samson), so I picked up some Halloween treats to hand out.

It's important to keep your pets inside on Oct. 31 – animals can easily get spooked by the strange faces. If you're lucky enough to have indoor space, why not invite over your doggy's furry clique for a Howl-oween bash?

Move over
Martha Stewart, there's a new kid on the crafty Halloween block, and his name is
Matthew Mead. Mead is a producer, stylist, and author whose creative work has appeared in numerous publications including
InStyle Weddings. To see what I thought of his
Halloween Tricks and Treats ($19) book, .

On Saturday night at the
Food Network's NYC Wine and Food Festival, Macy's hosted a
a delightful party at
The Xchange. The ninth-floor space was packed with party-goers and
celebrity chefs. I was lucky enough to attend the soiree.

You've heard of the door-to-door
Avon lady, and been to
Tupperware parties. But have you ever been to a
Dove Chocolate party?
Now you can.

We've all been in crazy situations, and I want to know how you handle entertaining fiascoes and bad restaurant behavior. I'll present a situation and you tell me what you would do. Here's today's scenario:
You've spent a lot of time planning a fantastic birthday party at your favorite bar.