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  • Throw Summer a Welcome Back Party!

    Even though Memorial Day isn't the official start to summer, we'd like to officially throw summer a welcome back party! Summer, we've missed you. Never leave us again. Take this Memorial Day to make a memorable weekend! Host an outdoor...

  • Hanging Flower Arrangements DIY

    Hanging flower arrangements make a stunning DIY project for any event, but are especially fitting for a summer wedding. I love this DIY because it combines the whimsical elegance of a hanging vase, with the modern feel of our {brand...

  • Wedding Party Dessert Bar

    If you have a wedding coming up and you're looking to add a sweet station to your reception, Smarty has everything you need to set up a delicious dessert bar your guests will eat up (minus the desserts...we ate all...

  • Flower Pot Cupcakes Tutorial

    If the only thing May brought us was flowers, that'd be enough. But flowers in cupcakes? May, you are... a-MAY-zing. :) Perhaps mom will say the same to you when you give her this unique bouquet for Mother's Day. These...

  • DIY Ribbon Chair Decor

    For all my budgeting brides out there, this one's for you and your chairs! I've seen so many gorgeous wedding chairs decorated with ribbon streamers. What I love about ribbon chair decor is their look of effortless beauty. Ribbon is...

  • Cinco de Mayo Tasting Table Ideas

    Seven-Layer Dip Recipe Everyone loves a little seven-layer dip! It's the perfect combination of all things delicious. By serving individual helpings, it's super simple for you to make and for guests to grab. Better yet, the layers look great in...