DIY Post: Country Chic Engagement Party.

I recently had the honor to help host an engagement party in my little hometown Nacogdoches, TX over Christmas break. My friends Kristen, Catherine and I had such a fun time together making sure the party was planned with our own personal touches for our guest of honor Chelsie and Cade. We had little time to throw it together since we all live in separate city's now but we managed to pull it off with a little bit of creativity, a few DIY projects, one long night of decorating, moving furniture and of course the help of my Dad, the handiest man I know. (Thanks for all your help Dad, we couldn't have pulled it off without you. I wanted to share a few pictures of the fun DIY projects that I thought made the party perfectly personal.

Invitations (Printed on card stock paper & ribbon)

Flowers (Made by Catherine in vintage vases)

Cake (Made by my Mom and I from one of my favorite baking blogs Smitten Kitchen. Link to icing recipe here & cake recipe here)

 Decorations (By Kristen)

Monogram Door Wreath for Entrance (Made by me using, spray paint, wooden letters & ribbon)

We had such a great turn out from so many friends and family that love and support Chelsie and Cade as much as we do! A big thanks to everyone who was able to come help celebrate this amazing couple. I'm so happy for these two love birds and can't wait to stand by their side on April 11th!

XO, Claire

Easter Brunch Inspiration.

Menu Ideas:

Egg, Mushroom, Bacon Tart: Next up, yummy tarts! Using a tart pan and pie crust or pre-made crusts, fill it up with bacon, feta, mushrooms, and an egg and you’re good to go. (Recipe and photo: Amateur Cook Professional Eater)

Eggs in Chili Clouds: We like to think of this one as a reconstructed egg. You separate the yolks from the whites and whip the whites into chili clouds with parmesan, chili pepper, and any other herbs you like. Return the yolk to the white and bake! (Recipe and photo: Kitchen Tested)

Sweet Potato and Eggs Breakfast Hash: For a more autumnal take on eggs, pair them with  sweet potatoes, applewood smoked bacon, and thyme. (Recipe and photo: Snixy Kitchen)

The Fizzy Bunny Mimosa

makes one drink

1 part chilled carrot juice

1 part fresh squeezed orange juice

3-4 parts champagne or prosecco sparkling wine — (sub ginger ale or fizzy cider for virgin bunnies)

dash of cayenne

garnish: orange slices

Mix and serve in chilled champagne glasses.

Table Ideas:

Loving the color scheme.

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Such an amazing centerpiece. 

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Simple and pretty. 

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