Hosting

Grazing tables are having their moment, and I totally understand why. They’re beautiful, abundant, and perfect for parties where people want to mingle rather than sit for a formal meal. But when you look at those Pinterest-perfect spreads, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The good news is that grazing tables are more forgiving than they […]

Graduation parties can easily become those weird hybrid events where relatives stand around making small talk while teenagers hide in a corner on their phones. But they don’t have to be that way. With some thoughtful planning, you can create a celebration that actually feels fun for everyone involved. Whether you’re planning for a high

Charcuterie boards are beautiful but they come with problems. People hovering over the same board, double-dipping concerns, and the fact that mingling while holding a plate is awkward. Enter charcuterie cups: individual portions that solve all these issues while looking adorable. I made charcuterie cups for a party last month and they were gone in

I threw an Alice in Wonderland tea party last spring and it was honestly one of the most fun parties I’ve ever hosted. The theme is whimsical enough to be interesting but recognizable enough that everyone immediately gets it. The best part? You don’t need to be a professional party planner or spend a fortune

New Year’s Eve deserves a table that looks special. Not wedding-level fancy, but definitely more than your regular Tuesday dinner setup. The good news? You can create something gorgeous without spending a fortune or stressing yourself out. I’ve done both the over-the-top tablescape and the thrown-together-last-minute version, and I’ve learned what actually works. Let me

Listen, I love a good Netflix scroll as much as the next person, but can we talk about how actual planned movie nights hit different? Like, when you put even a tiny bit of effort into it, suddenly you’re not just watching a movie – you’re having an experience. I started doing themed movie nights

I’ve been to approximately 47 baby showers in the past three years (okay, maybe like 10, but it feels like 47), and they all kind of blur together. Same games, same pastel balloons, same tiny sandwiches. Then I helped plan one for my best friend and we actually made it feel special and personal instead

Listen, I love a good cheese board as much as the next person, but can we talk about how dessert charcuterie boards are literally the best thing to happen to entertaining since someone invented the lazy Susan? I made my first one for a girls’ night last month and it was GONE in like 20

Planning a bachelorette party can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to create something memorable that fits the bride’s personality and keeps everyone happy. I’ve been to quite a few bachelorette parties over the years, and I’ve helped plan a couple too. The best ones are always the ones that feel authentic to the bride