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!
Southern 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!
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?!)
2 Simple Tips for a Perfect Valentine’s Day Table Setting
Make Valentine’s Day delightful by hosting the gals for brunch or dinner. We are here to help you with Valentine’s Day entertaining tips.
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!
How to Throw a Beautiful Friendsgiving Féte
This is the perfect time of year to host a “Friendsgiving.” Make it an elegant affair that’s easy to pull together with these helpful pointers from lifestyle blogger Cara Greenstein.
Yes, You CAN Throw a Better Holiday Party
Throw a holiday party that will impress the guests and show off your hosting skills with a little help from experts Danielle Rollins and Annette Joseph. Image: Brendon Pinola
9 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 Lazy Girl’s #1 Tip to Beautiful Flower Arrangements
Stop trying to make over-the-top flower arrangements, and just use this one simple trick for gorgeous floral displays, time after time.
Yes Way, Rosé: A Late-Summer Dinner Party Plan
Here’s your start-to-finish blueprint for throwing a late-summer dinner party that’s steeped in casual elegance.
Are Wine Slushies the “It” Drink of Summer?
Happy hour starts at home with these easy-to-make wine slushies. Invite some friends over, serve them these refreshing drinks and slide into the weekend!
