Impress guests with these bright, beautiful and simple flower arrangements. Floral designer and author Sybil Sylvester shares insider tips and tricks!
Birmingham Entertaining & Dinner Parties
Need some good ol' southern dinner party ideas? How about a playlist of great list music? You've come to the right place. We give you ideas to conquer a fabulous dinner party as nothing is better than an at-home party with good friends, good food and good drink! Throw in some perfect tunes and it's magical. In an effort to encourage ourselves, as well as our readers, to take the time to host a great meal every now and then, we create great ideas that actually do-able!
Celebrate Spring by Packing the Perfect Picnic
We went a little over the top in our picnic planning, but we hope our beautiful photos and stunning selection of picnic food inspire you to pack one of your own!
How (and Why) to Host a Fondue Party
Enjoy a simple set-up and memorable get together with this fondue party plan. You CAN do this! (May we suggest it for the Oscars, perhaps?!)
Pretty in Pink: A Valentine’s Party for You & the Gals!
Host a stunning soiree for all your best girlfriends, taking inspiration from this jaw-dropping spread with pretty pinks and delectable sweets!
6 Ways to Be a Better Guest This Holiday Season
RSVP. Bring a gift. Make a cocktail. Ask how you can help. There are ways to be a better guest, and here are just a few!
4 Southern Thanksgiving Playlists to Set the Mood
Playlists and holiday gatherings go together just like turkey and Thanksgiving, wreaths and Christmas … you get it. You need several at your fingertips, and here are the ones that we’ll have on hand!
Set Your Holiday Table with StyleBlueprint!
With the holidays rapidly approaching, it’s time to start the prep work. Leave the basting of the turkey to someone else, and master the art of setting the table with style. Today, we share a few tips to inspire those hosting holiday parties with a table setting of our own!
Dinner with Friends: Party Etiquette & Entertaining Tips from a Southern Expert
Bookmark this article — The Dean of the Charleston Academy of Domestic Pursuits’ top nine dinner party tips will breathe new life into your next gathering!
A Boho-Chic Tailgate Party Like None Other!
Host a good ol’ Southern tailgate party with creative — and easy — style that will enchant your guests. Get ready to be inspired by this football fete!
How to Host the PERFECT Patriotic Celebration
Making Memorial Day, Labor Day and 4th of July entertaining a breeze with these helpful tips from some of the top entertainers in the South. They are here to guide you on how to set the table and what to serve! Image: Hester & Cook
3 Easy & Delicious Appetizers From Local Tastemakers
Local tastemakers share their go-to recipes for crowd-pleasing, easy appetizers, the perfect quick fixes for a last-minute get-together!
A Delightful, Modern Tea Party Menu
Host a modern tea party for your friends, complete with cocktails, small bites and a delicious dessert from the author of Carolina Girl Cooks, Jennifer Glover.
