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Halloween Decorating Ideas :: Witch Theme

September 17, 2013 · Comments { 3 }

witches hat cupcakes - cupcakelady

Last year it was spiders, but I think this year’s Halloween theme will be those wicked old witches! I’ve found a ton spellbound ideas and I’ve been pinning them all to the Simplified Bee Pinterest Halloween board. Here are just a few I wanted to share with you…

witch decor ideas for Halloween

witch popcorn treats // sucker brooms // sign // cauldron drinks

witches broom shop - chalkboard - Halloween ideas

create your own witch’s broom shop with a large chalkboard or craft paper!


witches cauldron treat pot - Halloween

hand out treats from a witch’s cauldron!

double double toil and trouble - witches songwicked witch cupcake - Halloween ideas

ding, dong – the witch is dead cupcakes! super easy to do with straws and black cardstock.

witches hats - string lights #halloween

hang witch hat string lights along the porch or trees to light up an entry and greet trick-or-treaters! 

witch decorating ideas for Halloween

witch stuck up the chimney? fun way to incorporate the witch theme in your home!

witches ball invite - Halloween

love this witches ball graphic – cute for drink labels, candy jars or party invites! The image can be downloaded here

And if you are looking for a fun craft for the kid, Parents Magazine created a darling no-carve witch pumpkin and how to video:

Hope you found some wickedly fun witch decor ideas for! Don’t forget to drop by the Simplified Bee Halloween Pinterest board for more Halloween decorating ideas!

Cristin

*all images via Pinterest

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Our Butterfly Themed Fiesta Party

May 28, 2013 · Comments { 6 }

A few weeks back we celebrated a special event for my daughter. She loves burritos and butterflies so we decided to have a butterfly themed fiesta that included pinatas, dancing and a taco truck. As you may know, I don’t blog or post images of my kids, but wanted to share some of the decorations. The custom multi-colored butterfly table runner was the first item selected and set the lively tone for the event. The bright pink peonies, vibrant Mexican pottery and handmade butterfly garland hanging from the chandelier were my favorite decorations.

butterfly fiesta party ideas butterfly garland from recycled paper - fiesta ideas butterfly table runner and pink peonies - fiesta ideasbutterfly, initial andcross cupcake toppers mexican pottery, flowers and tangerines - fiesta ideas

The pink butterfly party invite was purchased at Minted.

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Loved these individual pinata for the kids! Each child pulls the ribbon and goodies drop out. They would be a fun DIY project, but I purchased them on Etsy.
outdoor table setting - fiesta party ideasroses and hot pink table cloth - fiesta ideas

Thank you Jen Jacobson for taking such beautiful photos!

xo

Cristin

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Friday Find :: Lawn Games

May 24, 2013 · Comments { 3 }

They are just plain fun. Lawn games are a great way to entertain family and friends over the holiday weekend while encouraging a little exercise and friendly competition. bocce ball, croquet, paddle-ball, horseshoes are some favorite garden games in my family.

colorful bocce ball set - lawn gamescolorful paddleball set - lawn gamesyard croquet set - lawn gamesfamily is everythingtraditional horseshoe set - lawn gamesbocce // hand-ball // croquet // horseshoes

What’s your favorite lawn game?

Here’s more great games for the whole family (inside & out!)…  they would make great Father’s Day gifts too!

Happy Memorial Day Weekend!!!

xo

Cristin

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Peninsula Volunteers Decorator Show House :: The Card Room

May 8, 2013 · Comments { 4 }

Inspired by the preppy, glamorous style of 1960’s Palm Beach, San Francisco-based interior designer, Scot Meacham Wood of SMW Design has transformed a corner room for the Peninsula Volunteers Decorator Show House into a delightful Card Room. With stunning views of the pool, waterfall and magnificent Woodside hills, it’s the perfect spot for an afternoon bridge match, refreshing drink and good old fashion girl talk.

preppy card room by Scot Meacham Wood

Using nearly 100 yards of fabric,  the room is tented from ceiling to floor in Lilly Pulitzer’s “Tail Lights” in emerald green (available at Lee Jofa).  Each of the four card tables are covered in “Happy Plaid” also by Lilly Pulitzer, topped with darling polished chrome lamps by Circa Lighting and circled with varied antique chairs. The grand chinoiserie secretary (love!) from Baker Furniture was placed opposite the French doors. It balances the r

preppy card room designed by Scot Meacham Woodyellow bar cart - card room by Scot Meacham Wood

A cheery yellow custom designed bar cart from the Gilded Stag  is stocked with summertime drinks. I love that this piece was a bit over-sized. It’s the right scale for the space.

Lilly Pulitzer Card Room designed by Scot Meacham Wood

Scot incorporates wonderful artwork throughout the space including photography by famed photographer Slim Aarons and several works from local photographer James Scott Geras.

Lilly Pulitzer Card Room - by SMW DesignCard Room - SMW DesignBlack French Doors - Card Room - SMW DesignInterior Designer - Scot Meacham Wood  I love everything about this preppy, playful room. I hope you have a chance to tour it yourself.

Cheers to Scot!

And in case you missed it, here’s the Guest Bedroom for the show house.

Cristin

*all images by Nicolas Smith Photography

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