Christmas Eve Cookies and Milk Party Ideas

Posted in Holiday Inspiratoin by uniquepasticheevents

Hello! And Merry Christmas! As Christmas Eve is drawing nearer to completion, and everyone is getting snuggled up in their comfiest of PJs, why not gather the family together and have a little midnight par-tay? Ok, maybe not AT midnight, but late night, when it is dark, and cold out and it’s about “that time” to get everyone to bed.

What if you had a little family PJ party, with some warm milk and a few cookies? A few cookies mind you – you’ve gotta leave some for Santa! This would be such a fun bonding opportunity for your family or just your other half, and a great new tradition. You don’t even have to open presents. Just get some cookies, your PJs and sit around the lit tree with all the other lights off. It’s a pretty magical moment. Plus, you can get some uber cute pictures of the little ones!

Here’s what I had in mind: (and yes – paper plates and small servings are PERFECT for this last minute get together!)

Christmas Eve Cookies and Milk Party Ideas by Unique Pastiche Events

I found these fabulous elements here:

Snowflake Wooden Cutlery – made by PopFizzHooray on Etsy

Milk and Cookie Shots – recipe shared on POPSUGAR

Bake the Perfect Soft Chocolate Chip Cookie – recipe shared on Casa Di Moo

Cookies and Milk Photo with the Kiddo – photo by Lana Sky Photography

Star Dot and Swirl Paper Plates – sold by Design Design

Snowflake Sugar Cookies and Milk – shared in a roundup post on Brit+Co

What type of family traditions do you share with your loved ones on Christmas Eve?

17Dec2014

Black, White, Green and ICE! – Wedding Anniversary Ideas

Posted in Color Palette, Party Inspiration, Wedding Inspiration by uniquepasticheevents

Yup- you read correctly: black, white, green and ice!

Picture this: it’s a decade or two from now. You’ve been with your other half for ages. You are surrounded by family, friends and loved ones. You want to throw a fabulous wedding anniversary. But it’s winter, and everything is red, green and gold. You want something modern, but elegant. You want something chic, dramatic…. You want WOW!

Go with a black, white and green (and ice!) color theme! It is modern, can be done easily, and is incredibly chic. This anniversary is going to be like no others. You’re having a specialty tent erected, custom ice sculptures crafted, luxurious linens delivered, and the best caterer in town.

Here’s what I’m envisioning for you, beyond that white carpet entrance:

Black, White, Green and ICE! – Wedding Anniversary Idea

Here are the details on the elements that will go into a memorable event like this:

Dendrobium Explosion Centerpiece – shared on Silk Flower Depot

Dramatic Black Satin Chair Covers – shared on DecorFox

Ice Sculpture Vase – spotted on Pinterest

Green, White and Black Cake – made by Maggie Austin CAKE

Modern Lattice Invitation Set – made by lauraleidesign on Etsy

Ice Sculpture and Food Buffet Station – spotted on Pinterest

Black and White Tent – shared on Whimsy

Ice Sculpture Champagne Display – shared by Pepper’s Fine Catering on Flickr

Black and White Lounge – spotted on Pinterest

I LOVE the ice element, don’t you? It just has so much impact! What I really love about this theme is its versatility. While I originally planned this inspiration board for a wedding anniversary, it would work just as well for a wedding, a holiday party, or a gala fundraiser. The sky is the limit with this design!

Fill in the blank: Black, White and ………? (What color would you choose?)

10Dec2014

Holiday Cookie Exchange Party Ideas

Posted in Color Palette, Holiday Inspiratoin by uniquepasticheevents

Nom nom nom – COOKIES!

I’ve had cookies on the mind. I think it’s because a few weeks ago I shared an inspiration board for hosting a cookie decorating party. And I really think that it is a fun seasonal activity that kids (and adults!) can enjoy. Since that post I have been thinking about how fun it would be if you could host a holiday cookie exchange party. Maybe get all your neighbors together, or do this instead of a holiday office party. It would be fun, and way more interesting – ESPECIALLY if you tell people it is a competition. People get SUPER competitive…before you know it, people will be quoting the recipe from some top chef they spent hours perfecting, possibly arguing over who’s frosting is better. I can just see it now: everyone hyped up from all the sugar, possibly too many holiday cocktails, then the scoring begins…..oh what a night.

See what I’m talking about? There must be something about cookies. Here’s what I had in mind- and yes, I went on that sugar plum meets ginger bread land route. I think it’s appropriate, don’t you?

Holiday Cookie Exchange Party Ideas

Check out where I spotted these fabulous elements:

Holiday Cookie Exchange Party Package – made by OhCreativeOne on Etsy

Cookie Swap Banner – made by BannerCheerJR on Etsy

Personalized Christmas Gift Bucket and Tumbler Set – made by DottedDesigns on Etsy

Gingerbread Décor Wall Decals – made by Twistmo on Etsy

Candy Cane Cookie Holder – shared on Pottery Barn Kids

Christmas Cookie Dessert Station – shared on Delish

See- all you really need for this party is some friends, some festive decorations, and a batch or two of cookies on a table. Easy as pie!

If you could only eat ONE Christmas cookie a year- what would you choose to have this year?

3Dec2014

Gatsby Inspired New Year’s Eve Dinner Party Ideas

Posted in Color Palette, Dinner Party, Holiday Inspiratoin, Party Inspiration by uniquepasticheevents

I know, I know: Christmas hasn’t even happened yet! Why am I talking about New Year’s Eve already?

And I hear you, fair point. But if you are looking to throw an unforgettable New Year’s Eve party, you’ve got to get planning now! I’m channeling my inner Gatsby for this party. Black and gold, with a hint of art deco flair and a champagne tower: all the makings for a good time.

Ask your friends to dress their best in modern Gatsby inspired ensembles. This is not a costume party; this is a party worth dressing up for! Besides, “dressing up” adds a bit of fun to a party, don’t you think?

Now I put this idea board together channeling a dinner party, but if that’s not your speed, or you have too many friends you’d want to invite, this design concept will translate beautifully to any party style.

Ok, enough chit chat, more pictures. Here’s what I’m thinking:

Gatsby Inspired New Year’s Eve Dinner Party Ideas

See where I’ve spotted all these fantastic elements on the web:

Deco Scallop Invitation and RSVP Cards in Black and Gold – made by punchpaper on Etsy

Gatsby Inspired Cake – shared on Cakes Décor by Esther Williams

Art Deco Pattern – shared on Deviant Art by ghazaryang

Art Deco Scallop Candy Bar Wrappers – made by tableauparty on Etsy

DIY Printable Art Deco Menu – made by ChameleonWeddings on Etsy

Black, White and Gold Balloons Decorations – spotted on Pinterest

Black, Gold and White Tablescape – spotted on Style Me Pretty

Black and Gold Art Deco Table Setting – spotted on Pinterest

Party Like Gatsby Print – sold by theloveshop on Etsy

How do you like to celebrate New Year’s?

26Nov2014

Christmas Cookie Decorating Party

Posted in Color Palette, Holiday Inspiratoin, Party Food by uniquepasticheevents

I know TECHNICALLY Thanksgiving is tomorrow, and I should probably do one last “fall” inspired inspiration board. But you know what? I don’t feel like it. I’m ready to dive into Christmas! That and I am not a huge fan of autumn (mostly out of never having experienced it) and today is an abnormally cold day for us here in Florida. And by cold I mean it’s 65 out. That’s cold for us, don’t be jealous!

Now that we are past that, and we have both come to terms that it’s pretty much been all about Christmas in the US since, November 1 (you know it has!), what better way to REALLY dive into the season then by decorating cookies? Cookies + Sprinkles + Eggnog = a good time. Add some friends, some Christmas classics on the radio and you will be having a great time.

This would also be a fun theme for a kid’s birthday party that happens to fall close to the holidays. I know if my birthday was around this time of the year I’d want to do this with all my friends. Though, I also think a snowman building party would be a blast too.

Let’s get to it, here’s what I’m thinking:

Christmas Cookie Decorating Party Ideas by Unique Pastiche Events

See where all of my inspiration for this board was found. There are LOTS of great options on Etsy this week:

Cookies and Milk Printables – shared on Today’s Mama

Pine Tree Cookie Decorating Kit – sold by sweetestelle on Etsy

Custom Gingerbread Monogramed Apron – made by HeatherRogersDesigns on Etsy

Wooden Spoons with Bells as favors – shared by A Bushel and a Peck

Christmas Cookie Cutter Wine Charms -made by LittleThingsByLaurie on Etsy

Digital Christmas Cookie Decorating Party Invitation – made by 5foot12studio on Etsy

Cookie Decorating Station – shared by The Pear on Hostess with the Mostess

Giant Gingerbread Man Décor – made by Taylorshandmade on Etsy

Christmas Cookie Cutter Wreath – made by paperbloomsnmore on Etsy

If you had to decorate cookies, would you rather decorate sugar cookies or gingerbread cookies?

19Nov2014

Beads and Lace – A Glamorous Vintage Wedding Inspiration Board

Posted in Color Palette, Wedding Inspiration by uniquepasticheevents

I don’t know what it is, but I am totally in such a vintage mode lately! This week I just kept feeling like I need to do an inspiration board that was for the classy couple that loves that refined, vintage vibe. For this week’s inspiration board, I’m focusing on ornate beading, with light floral and lace accents, and a neutral but sophisticated color palette. Here’s what I had in mind:

https://uniquepasticheevents.com/2014/11/19/beads-and-lace-a-glamourous-vintage-wedding-inspiration-board/

Beads and Lace – A Glamorous Vintage Wedding Inspiration Board by Unique Pastiche Events
See the full post here:
https://uniquepasticheevents.com/2014/11/19/beads-and-lace-a-glamourous-vintage-wedding-inspiration-board/

See where these beautiful images were found:

Beaded Cake Server and Knife Set –made by WEDUP on Etsy

Beaded Chair Cover – spotted on Pinterest

Silver Beaded Wedding Bouquet – made by hairbowswonderworld on Etsy

Art Deco Inspired Wedding Dress – by Johanna Johnson and shared on Bridal Musings

Deco Beaded Clutch – sold on BHLDN

Lady Absinth Fountain Set – spotted on Pinterest

Sophisticated Centerpiece – shared on MODWEDDING

Fancy White Laser Cut Wedding Invitation – made by WishmadeCards on Etsy

When you hear “classic wedding”, what comes to mind?

12Nov2014

Art Deco {Scalloped} Inspired Wedding

Posted in Color Palette, Wedding Inspiration by uniquepasticheevents

Happy Wednesday and welcome back!

Today’s inspiration board is so much fun. It’s a wedding idea board for the couple that wants timeless classic, with a hint of the fabulous Gatsby flair. Inspired by the Art Deco era, I’ve put together this wedding idea board focusing on bright gold and white, with scallop accents. Naturally, I’m drawn to black as a bold accent color, but a mint green, rich cobalt blue or any other color you’d want to incorporate for a pop of color would work too.

The whole idea of this Art Deco inspired wedding actually came to me because I found out that today is World Architecture Day. Now, I’m no architecture buff or anything, but one of my absolute favorite styles of design is Art Deco. I just couldn’t resist all of the beautiful inspiration!

Here’s what I had in mind for this Art Deco inspired wedding:

Art Deco {Scalloped} Inspired Wedding

See where all of these fabulous images were found:

Printable Deco Wedding Invitation and RSVP – made by DanaMarinoDesign on Etsy

Deco Inspired Cake – shared on Cakes Décor by Sarah from Barney’s Bakery

Champagne Tower – shared on Love Luxe Blog

DIY Art Deco Favor Boxes – tutorial shared by Maker Crate

Sequined Gold Scallop Background – shared on Jasmine Star Blog

Gilded Magnolias – shared by Martha Stewart Weddings

White, Crystals, and Gold Glamorous Centerpieces – shared on Storyboard Wedding

What’s your favorite era?

5Nov2014

Apple Themed Fall Dinner Party

Posted in Color Palette, Dinner Party, Party Food, Party Inspiration by uniquepasticheevents

I had so much fun creating last week’s pumpkin inspired dinner party, I created another fabulous dinner party idea board for this week – but themed around apples! I was channeling a cool fall night, some close friends over….and thought about what would I want to have. I knew good food was a must (and these recipes have rave reviews!) with simple but pretty apple elements. Here’s what I had in mind:

Apple Themed Dinner Party and Menu Ideas by Unique Pastiche Events

Grab the recipes for these great dishes and find out more about these ideas at their sources:

Tartelelettes Pommes Bouquets Et Caramel Au Beurre Sale (Caramel Apples Tartelelettes Bouquets And Butter Sauce I think) – recipe shared by DOLLYJESSY

Apple Pie on the Rocks – recipe shared by Vegan Yack Attack

Apple Place Card – shared in a roundup on Curbly

Caramelized Onion, Mushroom, Apple & Gruyere Bites – recipe shared by Table for Two

Napkin Leaf – shared in a roundup by Canadian Home Trends

Apple Candles – spotted on Pinterest

If you had to choose only one to enjoy during Autumn, which would it be: Apple or Pumpkin?

29Oct2014

Pumpkin Themed Dinner Party Menu

Posted in Color Palette, Dinner Party, Party Food by uniquepasticheevents

Sometimes you just need a little pumpkin in your life. And sometimes you just want pumpkin EVERYTHING. Today’s idea board is for a pumpkin themed dinner party. I know my mouth is just watering looking at all these delicious recipes – wait to you hear the lineup:

Pumpkin Themed Dinner Party Menu

Get all of these fantastic recipes for you collection here:

The Table:

Pumpkin Food Buffet Display – shared in a roundup on By Stephanie Lynn

Pumpkin Centerpiece – shared in a tutorial by Gwen Moss

The Appetizers:

Spiced Pumpkin Punch – recipe shared by Domesticate Me

Pumpkin Pie “Cheese” Ball – recipe shared by The Girl Who Ate Everything

Roasted Pumpkin Sage Soup – recipe shared by Skinny Taste

The Dinner:

Roasted Pumpkin Quiche with Caramelized Onions, Gorgonzola and Sage – recipe shared by Closet Cooking

Savory Pumpkin Rolls – recipe by Flour Arrangements

Pumpkin Ravioli with Brown Butter Sauce – recipe shared by FEAEST

The Dessert:

Drunken Pumpkin Bourbon Tart with Mascarpone Cream – recipe shared by Tartelette Blog

Now- after I put this idea board together, I realized that THIS cocktail would be a yummy after dinner drink. What do you think?

What is your favorite pumpkin dish?

22Oct2014

Burgundy Ombre Fall Wedding Ideas

Posted in Color Palette, Wedding Inspiration, Wedding Tips by uniquepasticheevents

Have you ever just seen something and instantly knew THAT would be your inspiration? I had one of those moments while browsing Pinterest, like you do at 10 o’clock at night. It just so happened that this gorgeous dress found its way into my feed. Isn’t it stunning?

If you follow my inspiration boards, you know I’m not one to normally include people, let alone clothing or dresses into my boards. But in this case- it was just necessary.

Here’s the inspiration board I put together around this incredible dress:

Burgundy Ombre Fall Wedding Ideas

See where I found these images:

Ombre Wedding Dress – shared on Brit + Co

Red Ombre Flower Cake – spotted on Pinterest

Ombre Coral Red Bouquet – shared by Mayesh Wholesale Florist

Ombre Coral Red Flowers – shared by Mayesh Wholesale Florist

Colorful Wedding Invitation – spotted on Pinterest

Ombre Tablescape – shared on Violets are Blue

Ampersand – Custom Wine Label – Made by DesignMyWine on Etsy

Dark Red to Cream White Ombre Petal Wedding Aisle Runner – spotted on Pinterest

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Black, White, Green and ICE! – Wedding Anniversary Ideas

Fill in the blank: Black, White and ………? (What color would you choose?)

Gatsby Inspired New Year’s Eve Dinner Party Ideas

How do you like to celebrate New Year’s?

Beads and Lace – A Glamorous Vintage Wedding Inspiration Board

When you hear “classic wedding”, what comes to mind?

Art Deco {Scalloped} Inspired Wedding

What’s your favorite era?

Apple Themed Fall Dinner Party

If you had to choose only one to enjoy during Autumn, which would it be: Apple or Pumpkin?

Pumpkin Themed Dinner Party Menu

What is your favorite pumpkin dish?

Burgundy Ombre Fall Wedding Ideas

What ombre color themes do you love seeing?

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