Holly Jolley, Author at Home With Holly J

The Best Fall Wedding Ideas from Start to Finish

Life, Uncategorized · February 27, 2024

From planning the tablescapes to ideas for the ceremony, reception, and send-off, this fall wedding inspiration is just what you need.

Hello Friends! I have been so excited to share all the details from my daughter's fall wedding. This is one of four blog posts where I will be sharing all the details. There is so much to share that I've broken it up into four separate posts to give you the best tips and tricks for planning a beautiful fall wedding. The first post is linked here. I will add the two other posts here as soon as they are published!

I've linked as many of the items at the bottom of the post in the SHOP THE LOOK section so make sure to scroll down if you're looking for sources.

Can you believe we pulled this Fall Wedding off in less than six months? I don't recommend it but once my daughter and her fiancé decided they were ready

Pink, Black, and White Tablescape with Vista Alegre

Tablescapes · February 21, 2024

Creating a Stunning Pink, Black, and White Tablescape with Vista Alegre Herbariae Dinnerware Collection. Get inspired here. Elegant Pink White and Black Tablescape with Vista Alegre Dinnerware

As winter's chill wanes on, there's nothing quite like gathering loved ones around a beautifully set table to warm the soul. Today, I'm thrilled to share with you this Pink, Black, and White Tablescape that's both elegant and cozy, featuring the exquisite Vista Alegre Herbariae dinnerware collection all the way from Portugal.

Vista Alegre: A Legacy of Elegance

For over 200 years, Vista Alegre has been synonymous with fine craftsmanship and timeless design. The Herbariae collection, in particular, captivates with its delicate botanical illustrations in soft shades of pink, black, and white.

Each piece is a work of art,

Create Memories with a Galentine’s Day Breakfast Gathering

Entertaining, Holidays, Parties, party themes, Uncategorized · February 14, 2024

Make lasting memories with your family with a Galentine's Day breakfast gathering. Celebrate multiple generations with love, crafts, and treats.

Hey there, fellow home enthusiasts and Holly J fans! Today, I'm thrilled to share with you the heartwarming tale of how we celebrated Galentine's Day in style with a delightful breakfast gathering that brought together daughters, daughters-in-law, and granddaughters!

For those who might not be familiar, Galentine's Day is a celebration of female friendship and solidarity, made famous by the TV show "Parks and Recreation." It's all about honoring the wonderful women in our lives, whether they're friends, family, or both, and showing appreciation for the special bonds that unite us.

So, with Galentine's Day fast approaching, I decided to throw a Galentine's Day breakfast at my home, inviting my daughters,

Red, White, and Pink Valentines Day Tablescape Ideas

Entertaining, Holidays, Tablescapes, Uncategorized · February 14, 2024

Sharing some red, white, and pink Valentines Day tablescape ideas to make the month of love extra special. Get inspired here.

Hey there, lovelies! Can you feel the love in the air? Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and I couldn't be more excited to share some heartfelt inspiration for your romantic celebrations with these Valentines Day Tablescape Ideas. As an aficionado of all things surrounding tablescapes, I've poured my heart into creating the perfect Valentines Day tablescape to set the stage for an unforgettable Valentines dinner with my favorite people.

I set this darling table adorned with hues of red, white, and pink, evoking the timeless symbols of love and affection. From the wintery centerpiece garland to the heart shaped placemats, every detail whispers sweet nothings to the heart.

The Focal Point: Centerpiece Garland

Let's start with the

Creating a Stunning Purple and White Spring or Summer Tablescape with Anemone Flowers

Dinnerware, Entertaining, Tablescapes, Uncategorized · February 5, 2024

Create a stunning purple and white spring or summer tablescape with anemone flowers that will brighten up your table. Get all my best tips here.

With the warmer days of spring and summer soon upon us, it's the perfect time to gather family and friends together. One way to make your gatherings even more memorable is by setting a beautiful spring or summer tablescape with anemone flowers from your garden or a local flower farm. I love growing my own flowers and using them in my centerpieces for my tablescapes and when there is a flower that I want to use and don't have, I reach out to my flower farmer friends.

My friend Amy Brown and her husband Steve, own Laughing Goat Flower Farm in Enumclaw, Washington which is not far from my Ravensdale home. She grows beautiful flowers and we have become good friends over the years sharing our love of flowers, good food, and setting a beautiful table.

I received these dishes as a gift