Party Panache, Advance Planning for Easy Entertaining
Posted by the Painted Apron on September 13, 2015 · 26 Comments
An artist, a communications consultant, an editor, a photographer, a journalist, an author, a stylist, a decorator, a jewelry maker, an antique shop owner, a librarian, a cook, a recipe developer, a writer, a movie extra, a swim team mom, an etsy expert, a vocal coach, a crafter, a DIYer, a party planner, and a … Continue reading →
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Party Panache, Simple Dinner Party and Pasta Lollipop Trees
Posted by the Painted Apron on October 19, 2014 · 12 Comments
Several people have asked me to demonstrate how to put together a dinner party~ If you have a plan, everything is doable, and a dinner party becomes just another dinner I try to keep it SIMPLE, add some SPARK, and SPREAD out tasks over a few days This way I’m not overwhelmed, and entertaining is … Continue reading →
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Party Panache, Baby He or Baby She?
Posted by the Painted Apron on November 14, 2012 · 8 Comments
Last weekend we had a little shindig to celebrate the bundle of joy that DD [darling daughter] & NG [nicest guy, my son-in-law] are expecting in March. We gathered the fam and a few special friends and had a “Reveal Party.” Reveal parties are all the rage right now, and let me tell you, it … Continue reading →
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Party Panache, Party Formulas
Posted by the Painted Apron on November 11, 2012 · 4 Comments
I have given many parties and will be the first to admit, it can be very TRICKY figuring out HOW MUCH FOOD people will eat. I have devised several FORMULAS to help you plan a great party! Relax, I will share my best secrets with you… The standard caterer’s formula is based on appetizers per … Continue reading →
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Party Panache, Hosting a Home Show
Posted by the Painted Apron on October 21, 2012 · Leave a Comment
Do you ever go to home shows? Have you ever hosted one? Whether you are a guest, hostess or vendor they can be so much fun! Last weekend I participated in a home show at a good friend’s AMAZING house. I didn’t take photos of the outside so use your imagination here. The driveway is … Continue reading →
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