Summer Night Galaxy Party: What To Craft, Make & Wear!

I'm dying to throw a moody night-sky themed party. Imagine this: Sparkly star-print decor, Insta-worthy milkshakes, slinky black dresses, glitzy earrings & too much champagne! Who wants to come over!?

5 Best Store For Buying Craft Supplies

Today I'm sharing my five favorite stores for a craft haul—DIY supplies, party goods, prop finds, everything! How many are you shopping at already?

5 Unexpected "Tools" Every Pie-Maker Should Own!

You already have a pie plate and a rolling pin but if you want to up your pie-making game this year, here are five essential "tools" (all under $17) you didn't even know you were missing... 

How To Choose a Wedding Palette No.2

You've seen option no. 1 for our wedding's color scheme. Here's the second option! 
The differences are subtle but this palette focuses mostly on modern blue & white theme...

How To Choose a Wedding Palette No. 1

Now that we've picked the venue, photographer (obsessed with Nicki Sebastian!) and caterer, it's time for color! We're deciding between two palettes and I'd love your input. So ready? Here's no. 1 mostly white and ivory with hints of green, lemon and cerillium blue. What do you think!? xo Erin

How-To Make The Most Epic Horse Cake EVER! Step-By-Step Instructions, Just For You xo

Birthday cakes don't have to be so serious after you turn 20, 30, 40...heck! Even 100! I love a sophisticated layer cake but compared to a frickin' multicolored horse!? It's not even a question which one I'd rather have my candles in. 

Fresh Summer-to-Fall Kitchen Decor In Black, White and Red—$70 & Under Modern Picks!

Doing a little grownup back-to-school shopping? Save a few bucks for your home! Adding a new piece to your kitchen will ease—and embellish!—the transition from summer to fall. Stick with a clean base palate of blacks and whites, then add your favorite POP (pop of color)! 

Fast & Fresh (No-Cook) Nachos & Plenty-o-Tequila—The Best Summer Staycation Staples! xo

While my lovely friend Leah's sipping gorgeous margaritas in Tulum, I'm sharing an easy no-cook recipe on her blog and planning a Mexi-inspired staycation of my own! Care to join me? I think we should all kick back, find a friend with a pool, and veg out with magazines and cocktails for a few days (or at least a few hours)—deal!? 

Easy Olympic Snack: White Russian Hot Cocoa in Olympic Ring Mugs!

Every year I think I'll host a viewing party and every year I decide not to. There just aren't enough cute Olympic snacks! That's why I whipped up this Olympic Ring Hot Chocolate for the Good Housekeeping blog. All I did: Rimmed disposable cups with sanding sugar and filled with my White Russian Hot Chocolate (cocoa mix, vodka, Kahlua)...

Hit The Bottle, Ladies: Host a Rosé Wine Tasting with Treats and Friends!

Happy Friday, lovely friends! We made it through the week—amen, right? Not sure what your plans are this weekend but if you're in the mood to play the casual-chic hostess, why not host a last-minute rosé tasting party? It's super easy (and deliciously educational, too)!

Italian-Style Ice Cream Sandwich Party—Easy Summer Party Theme Idea!

I'm so excited to finally share the summer party series I created for Refinery29 with you! July 4th may be over but there's still so much to celebrate—click through all 6 summer party themes over on Refinery29's website.

How-To Make: Super-Festive Birthday Party Cups! (Plus A Little Secret)

Here's something you may not know about me: I drink at least 3 glasses plain, cold milk per day (kindergarten-style). Also, it's my birthday tomorrow! In honor of the occasion, I dressed up my 3:00pm glass-o-milk with a rainbow sprinkle rim and flag-bedazzled straw. No harm in a little extra celebration, right? Decorate a glass for 1 special person or prep a bunch for a party, just store 'em in the freezer until you're ready to fill Here's how you do it...

BIRTHDAY PARTY CUPS

MAKES: 1+ cups

Honey, for dipping

Rainbow nonpareils for dipping

Paper straws or other decorative straws

Washi tape

Scissors

1. Drizzle honey on a plate. Spread sprinkles on another plate or shallow bowl.

2. Dip the rim of a glass in the honey, then press into the sprinkles (freeze or chill to prevent dripping).  

3. Make flag straws, below, then fill as desired.

That's it! Super easy, right? If you're looking for something a little stronger than my midday milk, head over to Leah Bergman's site, Freutcake, for an awesome Birthday Cake Martini! May need to whip one of those up for breakfast tomorrow :) What!? It's my birthday! xoxo I hope you all have a beautiful weekend. See you back here on Monday—mwah!

July 4th Party Idea: DIY Sparkly Red, White & Blue Barware—Easy Craft!

Party City sells these disposable red gingham cups. Add some Elmer's Glue and blue sparkles to quickly customize them for July 4th! I was drawn to polka dots and cups proudly sporting "USA" but this would be a great way to label guests' cups for your celebration...

DIY Birthday Cake Tea Candles—Perfect For A Quickie Celebration!

Hi there, friends! You know what's interesting? I noticed that most of my favorite bloggers all have June birthdays, like Leah Bergman of Freutcake, Naomi Davis of Rockstar Dairies, brilliant Jordana Rothman and Sarah Copeland of Real Simple (and Edible Living).

Food-Themed Piñatas: Pure Whackable Genius By Whack Piñateria!

I was blissfully unaware of the Southern California–based handmade piñatas shop, Whack Piñateria, until today! How is that possible!? Well great. Now I'm in a pickle: Obviously we're going to need a food-themed piñatas at every birthday and family function now—but they're too darn cute to smash (I'm talking to you, French Toast Piñata)!Aracely and her husband have made over 500 piñatas since they started their business in 2009. Browse their selection online or contact Aracely to design a custom piñata of your own! Most go for $30 to $50 dollars, just be sure to give them enough lead-time (they take 2 to 3 weeks to make). Which of these yummy piñatas would you want at your party?

Layer Cake Party Hats by Oh Happy Day—Obsessed With This DIY Project!

I am obsessed, obsessed, obsessed! with this DIY Layer Cake Party Hat project by the ever brilliant Jordan Ferney of Oh Happy Day (love)! Tiered layer cake party hats...there are just no words! Head over to her site for step-by-step photos. Bonus: They're made out of paper plates.