Dessert Table: Fabulously Fabricated

Inspiration for a dessert table's design can come from anywhere. April Foster Events and Megan W Photography chose a light teal and khaki brown, abstract floral patterned fabric to focus their table's design. You'll notice that the cake's design perfectly matches the pattern on the lampshades for the dining table.

The paper goods were also fitted to the table's design. 

The simple treats on this table are made fab by the mixing and matching patterns that bring the look together. I think the meringues are my favorite. What a lovely hue. 

What's your favorite part?

images 1-4: The Sweetest Occasion, images 5 & 6: Elizabeth Anne Designs

10 Days of Craftsmas!: Day 1 - Rustic Rosette Runner

Today, we kick off the 10 Days of Craftsmas with the first project that Maddy of Somewhere Splendid and I designed. The Rustic Rosette Runner is an easy project that lends itself to rough edges and a deconstructed, unfussy look. The gorgeous rosettes would make a dynamic addition to a golden, glittering dessert table display.


This project is so simple, that Maddy was able to churn out a ton of these gorgeous, button-centered rosettes while leisurely watching Battlestar Gallatica!

SYDT in Nonpareil Magazine!

I'm so excited to share the current issue of Nonpareil Magazine with you. Issue 6 launched last night, and I was asked to contribute a few projects. Why am I so excited about the projects editor Maddy Hague and I created? Because they are so simple and inexpensive that I think you all will really enjoy using them for your events and parties. Photog Emily Steffen really put her talents to work. Her images look great!

The first project is stained glass cookie escort cards. I made these cookies very quickly using a standard sugar cookie dough and punching out the table numbers with number cutters. Melted candies create the stained glass effect.

After placing each cookie in a glassine bag, they were pinned to a color coordinated board. Custom labels finish off the bag.

The next project is another unconventional edible escort card. We found sodas in the same color as our palette and attached custom labels to help guests find their table.

I also created the fabric floral arrangement you saw on the cover!

Be sure to check out the latest issue of Nonpareil Magazine to see these and other unconventional party ideas. You can also print all of the custom labels and get detailed instructions for the projects in each article. Enjoy!