I’m thinking of changing the name of my blog from
“Classic Casual Home” to “Classic Debbie’s Home.”
(Since I talk about her all the time 🙂
This morning, Debbie and her daughter, Julie were preparing for
a bridal shower and I stopped by
to drop off the extra hydrangeas that they needed.
a bridal shower and I stopped by
to drop off the extra hydrangeas that they needed.
Julie and her boyfriend, Mark were hard at work preparing the ingredients for
The recipe is from the blog Iowa Girl Eats.
I asked if they needed any help and…
I proceeded to finish wrapping the personalized stationary
that Julie and Debbie made as party favors.
that Julie and Debbie made as party favors.
And I addressed the place cards…
I was with Debbie when she bought these turquoise goblets
at Home Goods.
at Home Goods.
The turquoise table cloth is made from Raoul fabric.
Two tables were set in the dining room.
Debbie recently restyled and edited her book cases for the
This was a nice touch on the window sill in the powder room.
The extra hydrangeas that I brought over were added below.
Didn’t Debbie do a great job on the décor?
She even made the sweet napkin rings by simply threading raffia
through the holes in sand dollars.
Happy weekend everyone!
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midtown nyc hotels says
Wow..what a lovely and a gorgeous party arrangements..I love the turquois color with the pale flowers.
Chris Tremlett@new condos in manhattan says
The party arrangement looks really awesome.Even the flowers look really beautiful.I would love to have such piece of arrangement for my wedding too.
Ricki Jill Treleaven says
Your arrangements for the party are so pretty! I love hydrangeas. Thanks for sharing Debbie's lovely home with us!
La Dolfina says
It doesn't get much better!!!
Every thing is just stunning!!
SHERRY HART says
Yeah…maybe Debbie is getting just a little too much press 🙂
You guys are so lucky in Calif…your outdoor rooms are so damn pretty! Love those glasses from HG's….gotta love it!
designchic says
I am in awe…what a gorgeous party. Love the turquoise, and the bamboo chairs around the tables look so, so pretty!! Know it was a lovely shower ~
Fifi Flowers says
What a LOVELY event!!!
[email protected] says
Beautiful tablescape! Love all of the added touches to table….Love the turquoise goblets and stationery favors!
Leslie says
Growing up along the coast I just adore this look. Wonderful table space – great placemats, and I love that sweet little vase in the powder room!
Luciane at HomeBunch.com says
Hi, sweetie!
How nice to see your comment this morning! I was thinking about you the other day, missing your posts. I can't visit all the blogs as much as I used to because Matthew needs me all the time. He just started on solids, so we're working on that, plus lots of projects going on right now.
I'm so glad you liked the fabrics. It means a lot coming from you.
Have a great day, my friend!
xo
Luciane at HomeBunch.com
Barbara@HausDesign says
Absolutely gorgeous! I love all the flowers – especially the ones in the powder room. And grapefruit mojitos? Those sound amazing. Such a beautiful home too!
Interior Design Musings says
It's all so over the top! The napkin ring idea is to die for, the handmade stationary?!?! Unreal. And that quick pic u took of her bookshelves left me wanting to see the entire room. Simply gorgeous. M.
Marianne says
It looks spectacular, but I won't expect anything less from the both of you!
Whitney Cosgrave says
wow, AMAZING job!
cindy hattersley design says
Absolutely beautiful! You take fabulous pictures…and I can't wait to try those grapefruit mojitos!!
About Last Weekend says
Thanks for stopping by so I could find your blog, what beautiful tables and a lovely atmosphere, gorgeous!
The Single Nester says
Looks really beautiful!
Heather@SatisfyingSpaces says
Absolutely gorgeous!
thistlewoodfarm says
Thanks for inspiring me today with the party at Debbie's! I love the napkin rings she made so much….I pinned them 🙂
Have a blessed and wonderful day!
blessings,
karianne
Marilyn *Pink Martinis and Pearls* says
The flowers are gorgeous as is everything. 🙂
Gail says
My heart skips a beat when I see "classic.casual.home" in my mailbox. Thank you for sharing Debbie's gorgeous party setting. I loved starting my day off with visions of that beautiful party dancing in my head. You both are so talented and always do everything to perfection! "Bellissimo"!!!
Teresa at Splendid Sass says
Everything looks beautiful. I was impressed to see everything that went into planning and preparation!
Thank you for sharing, Mary Ann. You contributed quite a bit ourself. Friends are great!
Teresa
xoxo
Belle Inspirations says
Just Gorgeous! Have a lovely week xx
SavannahGranny says
This is so beauiful and elegant. I kept waiting to hear about the beautiful placemats and coasters. I am going back to see if I missed that. xo Ginger
classic • casual • home says
The place mats are from Home Goods…I have some, too. Not sure where Debbie got the coasters but I can ask her.
NanaDiana says
Mary Ann-What an absolutely beautiful shower. I would have loved to have been a guest there—-so so so pretty! xo Diana
Holly says
Such a pretty setting for what I'm sure was a fantastic shower – I think I need to check out the grapefruit mojito recipe. That sounds so good.
Julie Taylor and Danni Greenwalt says
Mary Ann, You have so many talented friends and you are also. Everything looks gorgeous. I love how she set the tables. The flowers and all the little details are perfect. The chairs I love with it.
Garden, Home and Party says
Mary Ann,
Debbie certainly has a wonderful home and great ideas…thanks for sharing. LOL! No, I prefer the blog name you have. 😉
Karen
Renae Moore says
Dang that girl (and you too) is talented! What a beautiful setting for the shower!
I would love a grapefruit mojito!
The 5 Bickies says
What a special shower….I love every detail and the colors couldn't be more beautiful!
I could move right into Debbie's house 🙂
Blooming Rose Musings says
Absolutely beautiful! The attention to detail is sweet perfection. You are both so creative and talented. I love the added turquois color with the pale flowers. Beautiful.
SSM says
Mary Ann,
Amazing! Love, love, love, the colors!
Velvet and Linen says
Beautiful! The pale pink roses look fantastic with the turquoise accents.
That Raoul fabric is one of may favorites.
Happy Sunday!
xo
Brooke
Acquired Objects says
Everything looks so beautiful and Debbie's home is gorgeous. Those grapefruit mojitos sound delicious too! I hope they have a wonderful party.
Enjoy your Sunday!
XX
Debra~
Kathysue says
Thank you for sharing your friend Debbie's beautiful home. I would say she has the Martha touch!! Happy Sunday,
Kathysue
Barbara Bussey {The Treasured Home} says
Oh for heaven's sake! Does Debbie do everything perfectly? Those bookcases and the pillow fabric are the most beautiful! She is one talented woman! I'm going downstairs right now, to pitch everything on my bookshelves and start over!
carol jane says
Oh My goodness. Picture perfect!! When I saw the entire dining table photo My jaw dropped> GORGEOUS. How do people do such beautiful things? Stunning.
pam {simple details} says
What a gorgeous shower, I'm sure the guest of honor was thrilled! Every detail is truly perfect, I love her monogram notecards.
Victoria says
What a beautiful home and a beautiful party. Perfection. I am sure everyone will have a wonderful time.
Best…Victoria
[email protected] says
That is so simply BEAUTIFUL. I've said it before — I want to hang with you creative girls! I could comment all day along about every single gorgeous element, but it would take too long 🙂 I especially love the chairs — so elegant and grounding in all that color. Hope the shower is as lovely as the decor.
Ann says
Love the table cloth…
and that place is dreamy,
perfectly fixed for a bridal shower.
Sharon (Roses and Rust) says
What lovely ideas here. The turquoise tablecloth fabric looks so pretty and that stationary is gorgeous. x Sharon (PS You are lucky to have such great handwriting – you should get it made into a font and sell it!)
The Pink Pagoda says
Oh my. What a lovely party! I loved getting to see these beautiful photos. Clearly, you two are very talented!
mishebe says
Really pretty table. And i love the flowers , just gorgeous!
LRS4AMANDA says
Everything is gorgeous as always!! You and Debbie do everything with finesse. I never get tired of seeing her home. (or yours)
And I drool over Debbie's patio every time I look at it!
Linda
Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovement says
What a beautiful home! I love how creative the favors are and how pretty the table and decorations are.
Your hydrangeas look beautiful too!
Have a great weekend.
Pam
AntiqueChase says
Most gorgeous shower EVER!
Sherri Cassara says
I laughed out loud at your comment about changing your name – so funny!
Everything is so beautiful and I love the attention to every little detail. She is very talented!
Chris says
Whoa! Stunning! Everything! Perfect!…except the name change…
Carla Aston says
So pretty. You are both so talented. Such a beautiful tabletop, I'm sure it was a wonderful party. Those mojitos look delicious.
L o v e l y t h i n g s says
What a beautiful party! You are the perfect friend to stop over and offer your help! I love a friend like that! Every detail is perfect!
xo
annie
classic • casual • home says
Actually, YOU are the perfect friend to stop over, Annie.
classic • casual • home says
I was thinking I should change my header….but hey, it looks pretty good with today's post.
Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says
Just gorgeous. Love those goblets and she has a great sea fan and coral collection.
Chic Coastal Living says
I don;t blame you talking about her all the time! Her home is gorgeous! SO much to love here! This is one post that I will continue to come back to!