Cocktail Hour: Signature Drinks For Your Next Soiree

03.04.2013

It’s 5 o’clock somewhere, as “they” say. But hey, these days, it’s okay to enjoy a libation at any time of the day. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite fresh concoctions mixed & matched up for different events and locales. Enjoy these beverages (and recipe links!) and hit up our “Cocktail Hour” pinterest board for more inspiration on signature cocktails & canapes for your next event.

Mango Jalapeno Margarita {Wedding South of the Border}

Full Recipe at HowSweetEats.com

Blackberry Sage Cooler {Purple Palette Party}

Peach Necter & Thyme Mimosa {Brunch across the Brooklyn Bridge}

Full Recipe at TheGlitterGuide.com

Peach Sangria {Southern Summer Reception}

Full Recipe at TheKitchn.com

Pink Grapefruit Margarita {Bridal Shower Libation}

Full Recipe: Barefoot Contessa via ThereGoestheCupcake.com

Fresh Floral Ice Cubes {Just add Champagne!}

Via NowPicThis

Have a cocktail recipe to share? Post it here or on our Facebook Page. Cheers!

Hello Yellow! Zesty Inspiration in Citrus Hues

02.04.2013

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You could say that I am beyond ready for Spring. It’s finally April. I can see the daffodils popping up outside my front door. And I’ve been mad pinning these zesty inspirations all winter long. Yep, there’s just something about citrus-squeezed “yellow” that has finally brought me back from a blogging sabbatical. Marigold, lemon, butter: Bring it on!

via Ruffledblog.com

: Darby Earrings in Yellow by Kendra Scott

via Bridalguide.com

Lemon Placecards from StyleMePretty.com

Weddingchicks.com

via MarriedinMilwaukee.com

Craving more sunshine? Bask in the glow & follow our pins at http://pinterest.com/chandelierevent/hello-yellow/.

Halloween Bash! Easy Entertaining Ideas

02.10.2012

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Hosting a big bash or an intimate Fall celebration? Stirring up a great soiree is as simple as whipping up a seasonal bar, a fabulous invitation and some clever decor. Here are some ideas to get your spirit flying.

Ouija Board Invitation on Etsy. Let the paranormal predict your attendance!

Source: etsy.com via Amy on Pinterest

Stock your bar with seasonal cocktails and witches brews–1 part liquor, 2 parts creativity! Love these Apple Cider Margaritas! Or, simply relabel your glass bottles with these clever concoctions.

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No need to overdo the creepiness! DIY Halloween decor is as simple as a swanky pumpkin display and cute ideas like this saran-wrap ghost design that can be applied to your entry mirror! And chalkboards go a LONG way for an inexpensive make-over.

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Stocking-wrapped pumpkins!

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And–the perfect dessert! A Peep’s Casserole via Pinterest.

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Follow more seasonal pins from Chandelier at: http://pinterest.com/chandelierevent/halloween-curated-by-chandelier/

No Ordinary Gourds! Halloween Stoop Style

26.09.2012

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My parents had me at Halloween–yes, quite literally. I was born on October 31st. Needless to say, I came into the world ready to decorate. And thanks to Pinterest, the possibilities for All Hallow’s Eve style are infinite. From creative uses of pumpkins (sorry, Jack ‘O Lantern, you’re just not that fun anymore!) to cute uses of Peeps (s’mores casserole?!) to some of the coolest costumes I’ve seen in my (yikes!) 35 years of Halloweens–I cannot get enough. Here, I’ve curated a few of my favorites — but I’ll be pinning more between now and the big day over at http://pinterest.com/chandelierevent/halloween-curated-by-chandelier/.

For this week’s Chandelier Spotlight, we turn to Halloween Stoop Style. Pumpkins are ready for a facelift–from tribal designs to metallics to modern motifs (chevron!), go ahead — adorn your stoop with one of these gorgeous gourds this Fall.

Stay tuned as we dish out more Halloween “treats” in the coming weeks!

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Rockin’ 2nd Birthday Party by "Two Plus Us"

14.03.2012

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All Photos: http://twoplus.us/

I would have totally scalped tickets to this rockin’ 2nd birthday party! Dreamed up by the dynamic (married) design duo at Two Plus Us, this fete totally hits the top of the charts.

When the ubertalented Matthew and Lori Richmond are done tucking their two boys for the night in at their swanky Brooklyn apartment, they spend their nights burning the midnight oil on their labor of love: totally insane birthday party design. You may remember the Old Hollywood inspired fete they threw for Holden’s first last year (I featured it on Chandelier).

Feast your eyes on this rad set of photos from his sophmore celebration.

Two Plus Us is currently designing custom parties. Pricing upon request.

I’d say, this one totally calls for an encore!

Chandelier is officially PINNING! Follow Pinterest.com/chandelierevent

24.02.2012

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We’ve known about Pinterest for quite some time, but only recently joined the craze–and like everyone else, we’re completely addicted to pinning inspirations. Apparently, so are many of you! If you’re not familiar with this social network, this is an easy-to-use image search engine that allows you to share and pin (bookmark) inspiration–from gorgeous photos to gifts to home decor, recipes, travel destinations.

Look for awe-inducing photo stories for color palette inspiration, DIY ideas, aspirational style, fashion for weddings and events, menus for cocktails and feasts–the list is absolutely endless. We’re so excited to see what you pin, too!

Here’s a sneak peak at some of the boards in our file this week.

OSCAR WORTHY PARTY