The engine is roaring, the lights flashing and the siren is sounding!  All in celebration of a very luck little boy's birthday!  So cute and yet so easy with these great ideas.  We've done most of the legwork for you so this party will be super easy and your guests will absolutely love it.


Our Fireman Birthday Party Invitation sets the stage with it's classic motif and it makes it super easy to pull together the theme.  The paper straws and milk in great plastic bottles make an easy refreshing drink for growing firefighters to wash down some yummy cupcakes in bright red wrappers!  Decorate some with the fondant cupcake toppers and others with the goodies from the cupcake kit.


Decorations are super easy with firehelmet and hose accents, balloons and a few firetrucks for good measure.

Party favors are super easy.  Plastic firehats and badges can be given out as guests arrive. Crayons and candy in goody bags and you're all set for a memorable party! But don't put all the candy in bags, use some in clear glass vases on your table as decorations.  Plan a visit to your local firehouse or arrange for a vintage truck to come give everyone a ride and you'll have kids screaming for more!




Fireman Invitations from Sophisticated Stationery

Black Striped Paper Straws from Shop Sweet Lulu

Pretty Plastic Milk Bottles from Shop Sweet Lulu
Firetruck Edible Fondant Cupcake Topper  from Cookiecovers
Black Polka Dot Treat Bags from Shop Sweet Lulu
Red Candy Stripe Party Plates from Shop Sweet Lulu
Red Paper Cupcake Wrappers from Shop Sweet Lulu
Fire Truck Cupcake Kit from Meri Meri

Black Dots & Stripes Napkins from Shop Sweet Lulu
Dots & Stripes Candles from Shop Sweet Lulu
Fire Helmet & Hose Accent from Meri Meri
Black & White Polka Dot Balloons from Shop Sweet Lulu
36" Round Ruby Red Balloons from Shop Sweet Lulu
36" Round White Cloud Balloons from Shop Sweet Lulu
36" Round Black Onyx Balloons from Shop Sweet Lulu
Fast Lane Light & Sound Firetruck from Toys R Us
Firefighter Fire Chief Hat from Kids Party World
Firefighter Party Favors Chief Badge from Kids Party World
Firefighter Scribblers from Scribblers 2nd Chance CrayonsWhite & Black Spotted Saltwater Taffy from Candy Warehouse
Black & White Whirly Pops from Candy Warehouse
Black M&M's from Candy Warehouse
Balls of Fire Cinnamon Gumballs from Candy Warehouse
Red Mini Chocolate Balls from Candy Warehouse
Yellow Rock Candy Crystal Sticks from Candy Warehouse

You know they're coming! Whether it's the command performance Holiday party for work or the event you have been waiting for all year, the Holiday Cocktail parties are just around the corner!

The invitation:





What to wear, what to wear? Classic, elegant and just plain drop dead gorgeous!



The Hostess gift:
A bottle of Pinot Noir for the holidays personally picked by Master Chef, Michael Chiarello with our easy wine tags make a go to hostess gift that's both thoughtful and EASY.

Who says the holidays have to be stressful?!

Candy Cane Holiday Invitation from Sophisticated Stationery
Frenchy Cocktail Dress from Dressy Girl Kouture
Alisha Hill - Marilyn Shoes from Dressy Girl Kouture
 Evening Bag with Silver Frame from Dressy Girl Kouture
2 Strand Pearl and Crystal Bracelet from WB Studios
Peacock Pearl Earrings Wrapped in Sterling Silver from Aubepine
 Zebra Wine Tags from Sophisticated Stationery
2008 Domaine Carneros "Avant-Garde" Carneros Pinot Noir from the Tasting Room

Looking for Christmas presents for a little girl? We have some great suggestions from Sophisticated Stationery and some of our friends!  Check these ideas out and happy shopping!






Designer Safari Lunchbox from Sophisticated Stationery
Pique Dress Pink/White from Magical Moments Boutique
Hawaiian Ribbon Bow Holder from Posh Infant Style
Personalized Framed Embroidery- Amelia from Sophisticated Stationery
Pink Lemonade Tutu Dress from Urban Baby Stylish Mom
Scallop Crochet with Raspberry Pink Flower Hat from Posh Infant Style
Blooming Baby Blanket from Sophisticated Stationery
Soft Candy Pink Daisy Headband from Urban Baby Stylish Mom
Personalized Sterling Silver Oval Latch Baby Bracelet from Sophisticated Stationery
Butterfly Sky Kids Plate from Sophisticated Stationery
The Polka Dot Collection Personalized Tee from Magical Moments Boutique
Monogram Me Wall Tile from Sophisticated Stationery

My family comes from a long line of baseball fanatics!  And with the World Series in full swing, it's time to celebrate America's favorite pastime!  If your little slugger loves the game, then we have some items for you - take a look at these:

We just love Fall and nothing says Fall like hanging a beautiful wreath on your door and flanking it with big pots of mums!  I threw this wreath together in about a half hour the other day with supplies I picked up at Michael's.  Don't be afraid to use multiple color and pattern ribbons. These mums were huge and very reasonable at Home Depot.  Remember to get them with tight buds so they last longer, if you buy them all bloomed out they are beautiful but won't have staying power.  Once I hung the wreath, I started thinking about a dinner party.  I really love this Chevron Bright placemat.  Bright enough for summer but the colors are also perfect for Fall.  Pair them with our Bursts Melamine Plates and it's just so bright and cheerful. This glassware from Pier 1 is to die for! We love these napkins found at Williams-Sonoma.  The Acorn Pie Server from Pottery Barn adds a great touch for serving a wonderful pie.   A big pitcher of sunflowers for my table and a menu are all I need!

Chevron Bright Placemat - Sophisticated Stationery
Bursts Melamine Plates - Sophisticated Stationery
Green Etched Floral Glassware - Pier 1
Grape Scallop Boutis Napkins - Williams Sonoma
Acorn Pie Server - Pottery Barn

Have you noticed that everywhere you turn there are animal prints? You see them in fashion -

You see them in home decor -



1. Marc by Marc Jacobs Spinx Velvet Midi Skirt  from Nordstrom
2. Manolo Blahnik Leopard-Print Calf Hair Pump from Neiman Marcus
3. Christian Louboutin Pola Mixed-Media Satchel from Neiman Marcus
4. Cotton Full Coverage Bra from Victoria's Secret
5. The Dreamer Flannel Pajama from Victoria's Secret
6. Tory Burch Darlene Long Sleeve Top from Nordstrom
7. Lady Lynx Vest from Chico's
8. Animal Trench Kitty Jacket from Chico's

9.  Serengeti Leopard Rug from Ballard Designs
10. Light Leopard Flannel Duvet Set from Ballard Designs
11. 3 Quart Casserole with Dish from Ballard Designs
12. Animal Print Shower Curtains from West Elm
13. Zebra Pillow Cover from West Elm
14. Luxe Fur Throw - Lynx from Restoration Hardware
15. Diva Safari Photo Cards  from Sophisticated Stationery
16. Diva Safari Foldover Photo Cards from Sophisticated Stationery
17. Jungle Out There Photo Cards  from Sophisticated Stationery
18. Jungle Out There Foldover Photo Card from Sophisticated Stationery
19. Diva Safari Return Address Label from Sophisticated Stationery
20. Jungle Out There Gift Sticker from Sophisticated Stationery
21. Diva Safari Calling Cards from Sophisticated Stationery
22. Jungle Out There Calling Cards from Sophisticated Stationery
23. Diva Safari Gift Sticker from Sophisticated Stationery
24. Jungle Out There Return Address Label from Sophisticated Stationery