FESTIVE FAVES
So the Holidays are upon us and in keeping with the holiday spirit, This Planner is sharing some of her favourite festive finds -- perfect for adding that je ne ce quoi to your personal holiday fete!
LIBBEY 25-PIECE MINI PARFAIT SET
You know how much you love the mini deserts that caterers offer up in little shot glasses. Well why not do it at your home holiday soiree? The Libbey Just Dessert 25-Piece Mini Parfait Set includes twelve 2.5 ounce parfait glasses and is accessorized with twelve mini spoons and a recipe card. Whether it's double chocolate pudding or Strawberry Mousse, you'll be serving dessert as fashionably as your fave caterers!
COOL DIY CENTERPIECES
Need an imaginative centerpiece but don't have a lot of time (not to mention a hefty budget)? This super cute centerpiece idea from Divine Party Concepts is sure to do the trick! Simply turn a martini glass or wine glass upside down, fill the barrel with holly and top the stem with a tea light. Voila! Instant ooh and ahh.
UNIQUE HOLIDAY TAKEAWAYS
Ok, so while snowman cookie cutters, scented candles and shortbread cookies seem to be a giveaway staple for holiday parties why not go the extra step and give your guests' takeaways a little twist with unusual cookie cutters or baked goods. Case in point: how can you go wrong with the guys in giving them Star Wars cookie cutters? Or instead of the usual baked goods, try Spiced Rosemary Nuts from Williams Sonoma?
BLAH-LESS NAPKIN RINGS
If you're like us, napkin rings designed like snowflakes or holly or pine cones just don't cut it anymore. We're loving using different objects or nature-turned-otherwise elements to wrap napkins and spice up any tabletop. Our faves?
Burst beaded napkin rings $22.99 for a set of four at Urban Barn
Bronze-case Birch napkin Rings $54 US from Best American ArtsHOLIDAY LINENS THAT AREN'T HOLIDAY-ISH
We've seen the red, the gold, the green...heck, we've even seen the purple, the turquoise and the lime linens for holiday parties. Mix those colours together in a stunning pattern and you've got linen that suits any festive celebration! We're lovin' this Purple Dubai linen from Susan Murray International. Match it up with purple, gold or lime napkins and you have instant ooh-la-la that doesn't scream "Christmas".
Purple Dubai linen from Susan Murray International DR. SEUSS INSPIRED HOLIDAY DECOR
We love the whimsy that Dr. Seuss brings to anything party-related. And who isn't head over the heels for The Grinch? Bring that whimsy to your own holiday decor with these Dr. Seuss inspired Christmas trees in vibrant colours and these uber-cute centerpieces that This Planner couldn't resist taking home from the Annual Event Industry's Christmas Party here in Toronto!
Photo by Coastal Living
Centerpieces designed by Carolyn Luscombe at Eclectic Events International
MOVE OVER CAKE POPS...PIE POPS ARE WHERE IT'S AT!
We're loving Lotti and Lil's unique take on cake pops -- one of the hottest trends to hit the event industry: Pie Pops! These babies have been blogged about to high heaven and for good reason! Apple and Cinnamon in bite-sized goodness? Who could resist?
FESTIVE FEASTS DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR DOOR
If you're anything like This Planner, we're as far from being chef-worthy in the kitchen as you can get. So why not take the stress and time out of that Holiday Dinner Party and leave that incredible holiday meal to the professionals (not to mention come up with a delectable menu! Seriously, we're creative but we can't come up with these feasts!). For just $45 per person with a ten person minimum you could have a sinfully delicious feast delivered to your door by top caterers like Daniel and Daniel here in Toronto? Here's just a hint of what could be in store for you:
HAVE A NAUTICAL HOLIDAY SEASON
Bring the beach to your holiday festivities by choosing beach and nautical inspired decorations like colourful fish, blooming starfish, sailboats and more to grace everything from your Christmas tree to your garlands and centerpieces. It's a unique take on the usual festive decor and the best part is that the colour palette is endless!
We love the whimsy that Dr. Seuss brings to anything party-related. And who isn't head over the heels for The Grinch? Bring that whimsy to your own holiday decor with these Dr. Seuss inspired Christmas trees in vibrant colours and these uber-cute centerpieces that This Planner couldn't resist taking home from the Annual Event Industry's Christmas Party here in Toronto!
Photo by Coastal Living
Centerpieces designed by Carolyn Luscombe at Eclectic Events InternationalMOVE OVER CAKE POPS...PIE POPS ARE WHERE IT'S AT!
We're loving Lotti and Lil's unique take on cake pops -- one of the hottest trends to hit the event industry: Pie Pops! These babies have been blogged about to high heaven and for good reason! Apple and Cinnamon in bite-sized goodness? Who could resist?
FESTIVE FEASTS DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR DOOR
If you're anything like This Planner, we're as far from being chef-worthy in the kitchen as you can get. So why not take the stress and time out of that Holiday Dinner Party and leave that incredible holiday meal to the professionals (not to mention come up with a delectable menu! Seriously, we're creative but we can't come up with these feasts!). For just $45 per person with a ten person minimum you could have a sinfully delicious feast delivered to your door by top caterers like Daniel and Daniel here in Toronto? Here's just a hint of what could be in store for you:
garnished with Caramelized Apples
Baby Frisee & Boston Lettuce Salad
with popped Cranberries & Honey Walnuts
served with a Maple Vinaigrette
Roast Turkey
thickly sliced, tender white & dark meat,
served with gravy & cranberry sauce
Traditional Bread Stuffing
made with sage & onion
Mashed Yukon Gold & Sweet Potato
Medley of Seasonal Vegetables
including Brussels Sprouts, Peppers , Baby Carrots
Cauliflower & Broccoli
Fresh Breads & Whipped Butter Rosettes
Individual Rustic Poached Pears
with Almond Frangipane
served with Cranberry Compote
HAVE A NAUTICAL HOLIDAY SEASON
Bring the beach to your holiday festivities by choosing beach and nautical inspired decorations like colourful fish, blooming starfish, sailboats and more to grace everything from your Christmas tree to your garlands and centerpieces. It's a unique take on the usual festive decor and the best part is that the colour palette is endless!
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