• Whimsical Pastel Wonderland Themed Valentine Party

    “Bring Alice and Wonderland to life by layering whimsical details on the table: small stacked books tied with ribbon, accents of teacups and hand-painted sweets (double up as decor and bites for the party to help stretch the budget), pastel vintage china and dusty pastel pressed glass for a magical high tea. Swoon.” -Debi Lilly, Chief Eventeur of A Perfect Event

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    January 25, 2019 By inAra
  • Fresh Flowers from The Bouqs

    I’m such a sucker for fresh flowers! I enjoy walking into a room and seeing a vase of fresh flowers. There is something about a bouquet of fresh cut flowers that can just brighten up my day instantly. I’ve also loved the idea of sending flowers to those close to me for special occasions like a […]

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    January 21, 2019 By inAra
  • Traditions of Tet, the Vietnamese New Year

    In Vietnam, the Lunar New Year is known as Tet. Tet is Christmas, Easter, New Year and Thanks Giving; all rolled into one package. Tet is celebrated from the 1st of January to the 3rd, according to the lunar calendar. It is a time for family reunions, and for paying respect to ancestors and the elders. In […]

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    January 12, 2019 By inAra
  • Post-Rose Parade Float Viewing

    It doesn’t seem to be New Year’s Day without having the Rose Parade playing on the TV. Founded in 1890, the Tournament of Roses, which features flower-covered floats, spirited marching bands and high-stepping equestrian units, is America’s New Year Celebration, a greeting to the world on the first day of the year and a salute to the community […]

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    January 3, 2019 By inAra
  • 10 Reasons To Stay In A Cabin This Winter

    As winter sinks in, I normally plan for a vacation somewhere warm and tropical…but this year, I’ve got cabins on my mind. I was dreaming of a cozy winter cabin that can only be reached by dirt roads. Often surrounded with wilderness and seclusion, cabins are wonderful places to take a much needed break from everyday life […]

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    December 26, 2018 By inAra
  • How to Create the Perfect, Stress-Free Fall Gathering

    It is that time of year again – It’s Family Reunion season! The cool weather (if you don’t live in LA like I do), the amazing smells (cinnamon, pumpkin, bonfires and marshmallows), the holiday music, and the beautiful scenery (changing leaves) really set the mood for a fun outdoor gathering. With so many great reasons […]

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    November 16, 2018 By inAra
  • Best White Wine to Pack for Your Next Picnic: Starborough Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc 2017 Marlborough, New Zealand

    Yay it’s October 1st!!! Fall has arrived and that means two things: less crowds and great weather. And a perfect time of year for a picnic! The leaves are starting to change color from green to orange/red/yellow which adds the dramatic backdrop. You have the location for your picnic all set: the perfect tree sitting […]

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    October 1, 2018 By inAra
  • Basic Invite – Create Your Perfect Invitation

    For those of you that know me personally, I love organizing events and get-togethers! I love the planning, decorating, and creative thinking that go into the party! And one of the important steps in party planning is picking out the right invitation. I have always been a bit of a paper freak since I am very particular […]

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    September 22, 2018 By inAra
  • How to Plan a Picture-Perfect Beach Picnic

    As heavenly and blissful as they may appear in meticulously filtered Instagram posts, beach picnics have their perils. Sand is inevitable and will find its way into your food. Seagulls are also inevitable. They will crowd around you and will caw for food scraps. But don’t let those environmental hazards stop you! Meals at the […]

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    September 13, 2018 By inAra
  • Labor Day Picnic Tips – 2018

    It’s Labor day again, and I hope you have everything carefully planned out already since state parks, swimming pools and campgrounds are all gearing up for the long Labor Day weekend. Poor planning can increase the risk of ruining the fun for everyone in your family. There are many different kinds of parties to throw […]

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    September 3, 2018 By inAra
  • My Favorite Picnic Wines: Landmark Vineyards

    August is here and summer is almost over. Let’s take advantage of the warm weather for only a few more days and it’s time to rouse ourselves off the couch, quit the TV-and-takeout routine, and head outside with friends for a picnic, sipping something refreshing and cool. Bringing the right bottle of wine not only […]

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    August 7, 2018 By inAra