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You never realize how many tables you have to decorate and set until you plan a wedding! Today I’m sharing all the details of all the tables I decorated for my daughter’s fall wedding. I saved a lot of money doing this part myself and I love how everything turned out! Using fall colors for the fall wedding tablescapes and decorated table areas was one of my favorite things! Check out all the decorated tables below!

I’ll link everything at the bottom of the post. All the faux florals are greenery are from my online home decor shop called Evolution Home Decor. I will add these links at the bottom of the post too! Feel free to email me or leave a comment below if you have any questions!

Photo Credit: The Light Seeker, Meagan Kelly *She is amazing and I can’t recommend her enough!

Table Centerpieces

The Long Tables

For the long tables, I used sheer ivory table runners down the middle. I ordered fresh eucalyptus garlands from a floral shop that were premade and this saved me a lot of time. I then added in some of the faux fall flowers into the garlands to carry over the same theme as I was using in the round tables. I added in some framed photos of the happy couple, gold mercury glass votive candles and the table number. We also created a QR code and printed it out onto little cards and placed those on the table so everyone could share their photos or videos from the day with the bride and groom.

The Round Table Centerpieces

For the round tables, I made these centerpieces ahead of time. All of the flowers and greenery are artificial and are from my fall collection in my online store. I will share the sources at the bottom of the post. I also used tablecloths on the round tables that we rented through the venue along with the napkins. The tablecloths were a creamy white color and the napkins were a peachy pink color that went well with the fall wedding color palette my daughter had chosen.

I made the centerpieces ahead of time so that I could take them to the venue and set them on the tables. I arranged them in gold compotes and since they were made with faux flowers and greenery, I didn’t have to worry about them dying. I made them a week ahead of the wedding and I’m so glad I did that!

The adorable Bridesmaids and my sweet girl.

The Welcome Table

I decorated a few tables at the entrance to the venue welcoming the guests and a gift table. For the welcome table, I added a custom guest book that I had made from all their engagement photos. Each page had a photo and guests could sign all the different pages and wish the couple well. I also put some other decorations on the table and more framed photos of the couple.

Next to the guest book table we hung a welcome sign (template also from Etsy linked at the bottom) on a copper frame that I ordered off of Amazon and then I spray painted it gold. Next to the table, we set H & M marquee letters with lights that we rented next to the welcome table.

The Indoor Reception

Mixing Long Tables with Round Tables

We used a mix of long tables and round tables and I really loved having the two options. Both table options looked so beautiful and the overall layout of the tables look so lovely. I also decorated the chandelier above all the tables with the same faux florals and greenery that I used in the table centerpieces.

The Place-Settings

For the place settings, we opted for gold chargers, white dinner plates, and gold flatware. We were able to rent this from the venue which was super helpful. I made menu cards and table numbers using a template I got from Etsy (see link below). I bought the template and was able to add in all the details and print it out at the UPS store which was super easy. (I also got the welcome sign from the same Etsy shop) I added a silk ribbon under the menu card and then layered the napkins under the dinner plate to complete the look. Super simple, yet still elegant for our fall wedding tablescape.

Food Tables

The Buffet Table

For the dinner, we chose to do the buffet-style option as that was more affordable than the plated dinner. We also opted for a charcuterie table with a butterboard for the guests to nibble on while the wedding party did their wedding photos. I was so busy making sure everything was going as planned that I never even saw the charcuterie table or butter board so I’m so glad the photographer took pictures of it all!

I kept the decorations very simple on the food tables by layering some greenery, decorative signs, and pink table runners. I also added a lantern on the larger table with a white pillar candle.

The Charcuterie Table

The Cake Table

For the cake table, I added fresh flowers to the cake and a pink ball of roses. I also used these on the chairs where we held the wedding outdoors. See these other blog posts for more photos and details of the wedding)

The Best Fall Wedding Ideas from Start to Finish

Planning a Fall Wedding | Tips from My Daughter’s Wedding

The Reception Tables

The Queso Cheese Fountain Table

For the reception, the bride and groom wanted a queso cheese fountain with tortilla chips to go along with the bite-sized appetizers and desserts. Let’s just say it was a hit!

The Drink Table

We set up a soda/drink bar and everyone could make their own drinks! We had a menu with some different soda concoctions for people to make and I added some flowers to this table on the bar overhead.

Bride and Groom Table and Backdrop

We set a table just for the bride and groom. It was one of the longer tables so I decorated it with the same eucalyptus garland, sheer table runner, and flowers and then we added the Mr. & Mrs. signs that I also purchased from Hobby Lobby. This created a beautiful accent for our fall wedding tablescapes.

I wanted a backdrop behind the bride and groom so I used these two backdrops made out of old pallet wood. A friend of mine made them for me about eight years ago for my oldest son’s wedding and they have come in very handy! I use them all the time and they also worked out great to create this darling backdrop to frame the bride and groom table by adding photos of the couple from their engagement photos to gold frames of differing sizes and then hung them up on the wood backdrop. I then added pink ribbon behind them to make it look like they were hung by the ribbon. It turned out so cute!

My daughter wanted a neon sign so I ordered one from Etsy (link below) and we hung that in the center. I thought this was so darling and creative and the couple loved it!

The Watercolor Art Table

One of the most unique things we did during the wedding reception was to hire an artist to paint a live watercolor portrait of the bride and groom. The artist’s name is Drew Harris. He is based out of Idaho but as far as I know, he will travel. His info is linked here: Live Watercolor Artist

I hope you have enjoyed seeing more behind the scenes of my daughter’s wedding and the fall wedding tablescapes we set up. It was a beautiful, perfect day and I feel so blessed to have gained another wonderful son. He’s so darling and sweet and loves my daughter so much. They are the cutest couple!

As always, thanks for reading my blog and I hope you’ve found some inspiration here for your wedding. I’ve linked all the sources below but feel free to comment or email me anytime with any questions! Happy wedding planning!

xoxo,

Sources Linked Here:

These are all the florals and greenery from my Fall Collection in my online shop Evolution Home Decor that I used in all the centerpieces and decor.

Most of the gold picture frames are from Hobby Lobby and HomeGoods but I linked some below too.

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If you’ve been following me for a while, you know how much I adore flower farms! Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting my friend Shannon DeHart’s breathtaking Chateau Monette Flower Farm near Payson, Utah. Shannon and I became friends through our Instagram accounts, and when she invited me to visit her farm, I couldn’t resist. My mom, who also shares my love for flowers, was visiting, so we decided to make the trip together. Shannon’s farm is now the location where we host an annual flower farm dinner party with friends!

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The Farm

Chateau Monette Flower Farm is a true gem nestled in the hills of West Mountain near Payson, Utah. Shannon and her husband Jared manage the 80-acre farm, which boasts a stunning variety of cut flowers. Shannon’s journey began with a few hundred lavender plants back in 2012, and since then, her passion for growing flowers has only grown. Today, she shares the beauty of her blooms with others, creating a haven where nature’s splendor thrives.

Shannon is not just a talented gardener and flower farmer but also a devoted mother of nine. She loves teaching her children the value of hard work and the joys of the outdoors. Her flower farm is a place of growth, learning, and sharing the divine beauty of nature. Shannon welcomes the public to her farm with U-Pick, weddings, and other events. She is also opening a new farm shop where she will be hosting workshops and gatherings like our flower farm dinner party.

Hosting a Dinner Party

After our visit, Shannon and I became fast friends and decided to host a dinner for our friends at her farm. Our initial plan was to dine in the middle of the flower field, but Mother Nature had other ideas. As we were setting up, the wind picked up, and a brief rain shower forced us to move our tables into the greenhouse. Despite the weather, Shannon and I proved to be a fantastic team! She crafted beautiful centerpieces for the tables, while I brought the dinnerware and food.

The Invitations

The invitations were from an Etsy shop called The Printable Party and I absolutely love them! Shannon grows the prettiest dahlia’s so I thought a dahlia invitation would be perfect. The invitations are customizable templates that you add in your own details and then print them out, text, or email them. I love this as it makes it super easy and is so inexpensive!

The Centerpieces

Shannon made the centerpieces from all the flowers she grows on the farm. She arranged them in gold compotes and they were the perfect addition to the rest of the tablescape.

The Place-Settings and Tablescapes

For the place-settings, I chose a gold and white theme, mixing new and antique dinnerware. I used elegant gold and silver flatware, and white napkins with gold polka dots.

The Menu

I spent the day preparing some of my favorite homemade recipes and to say that everyone loved them was an understatement. I made a homemade charcuterie board for a starter, soup and salad for the main dish, my yummy braided french bread, and blackberry cobbler for dessert.

My Homemade Chicken Corn Chowder (recipe coming soon to the blog) is so good and so easy to make. My favorite part is using fresh corn on the cob. The sweetness of the corn compliments the other savory flavors in the soup.

Braided French Bread

This is the best bread recipe and is always loved by everyone!

Blackberry Cobbler with fresh blackberries I picked from my neighbor’s garden.

Salad with veggies from my garden and a vinaigrette dressing.

A charcuterie board with fruit, cheese, nuts, and crackers styled on my HomeWithHollyJ charcuterie board. Isn’t this the cutest! It even has my logo laser engraved on it.

Shannon made her delicious homemade lavender lemonade, which was a hit!

Check out my other flower farm posts!

All My Thyme Rose Farm

Laughing Goat Flower Farm

Pure Peonies Flower Farm

Purple Haze Lavender Farm

Cutting Flowers

After a delightful dinner, we ventured out into the flower field to cut flowers. Shannon and I shared some of our flower-arranging tips with our friends, and everyone created stunning arrangements to take home. The evening was truly magical, with a beautiful sunset casting a warm glow over the fields as we worked.

This has become a tradition with our friend group and everyone looks forward to it each year. For the dress code, we ask everyone to wear a dress, a sun hat, and shoes that can go into the flower field.

Our friends couldn’t stop raving about the incredible time they had. Shannon and I felt so grateful for each other and for this wonderful group of ladies who made the night so special. Their appreciation and joy made it all worthwhile.

This flower farm dinner party has become an annual tradition, and we are thrilled to be hosting another one in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for more details about our 2024 dinner soon! We will be hosting one in the fall of 2024 and inviting the public so watch my Instagram posts and stories or Chateau Monette Instagram for details to come should you want to come!

Hosting a dinner party at Chateau Monette Flower Farm was an unforgettable experience filled with laughter, love, and, of course, stunning flowers. It’s moments like these that remind me of the beauty of friendship and the simple joys of sharing nature’s bounty with those we love.

This was such a fun night and I’m looking forward to hosting another dinner party at Chateau Monette Flower Farm. I hope this inspires you to host a dinner party in a flower farm or some other beautiful setting. Gathering your friends together, sharing delicious food, and beautiful flowers is always a good thing!

xoxo,

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Spring Tablescape Ideas

Welcome back to Home With Holly J, where I am all about creating beautiful spaces and memorable moments.

With Easter just around the corner, I’m thrilled to share with you stunning Easter and Spring tablescape ideas that’s sure to impress your guests.

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The Backstory Behind this Easter and Spring Tablescape Idea

I was asked to host a special luncheon for the one and only Donny Osmond!

His daughter-in-law, Melissa Osmond, who is a friend of mine, reached out to me and said that Donny and his team wanted to announce his new show in Las Vegas and asked if I would host the luncheon in my home!

I, of course, said YES! I mean, who wouldn’t love an opportunity to have Donny Osmond come to their home!

Melissa Osmond and I, taking a moment to get a photo of us together.

It was an amazing experience, and I have to tell you, Donny is one of the most gracious and kind people. He does not act like he is famous in any way and is so down-to-earth and genuinely nice.

He took time to speak with all of the guests that were invited and spoke at length with my husband and children! He even remembered my kids’ names and that my two sons were both in the military. The cutest part by far was when he sang Puppy Love to my little Bernedoodles. I shared that on my Instagram a while back if you want to see it.

From Left to Right: Jordan Page-The Page Company, Lizi Heaps-The Food Nanny, Lizi’s mom, also named Lizi, Melissa Osmond, Donny Osmond, Holly Jolley(me)HomeWithHollyJ, Bethany Sinks, Seasons of My Home, Sandi Sumner Hendry, Founder and Owner of Minky Couture Blankets

Donny’s show in Las Vegas is now in its third season and going strong. A few months after he came to my home for the luncheon, all the ladies who were at the luncheon went to Las Vegas to see the show, and it was amazing!

I will never forget how fun it was, and we all got to hang out with Donny after the show. He especially loved the purple hair filter I used in my Instagram stories since he was obsessed with purple when he was a teenage heartthrob. Who remembers that? I guess I’m dating myself here!

Okay, now that you know the backstory, here are the details on how I created this mint green and white Easter and Spring Tablescape!

Place-Setting Perfection

Let’s start with the foundation of the table-setting.

I opted for a charming crocheted doily for the placemat, adding a touch of vintage flair.

On top of that, a white wooden charger sets the stage for the rest of the place-setting.

For the dinnerware, I kept it classic with mint green solid dinner plates and these cute salad plates adorned with an adorable white Easter bunny pattern.

Here are some other Easter dishes I recently added to my ShopHollyJHome Online Shop:

To complete the ensemble, a scalloped bowl adds just the right amount of texture and sophistication.

I used this table for both the Donny Osmond Luncheon and for Easter.

I usually choose what pieces of dinnerware I’m going to set the table with based upon the menu. I’ve shared all the recipes below!

If you want to see some other Easter and Spring Tablescapes, tap these links below.

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

Beautiful Spring Green and White Table Decor for Easter

Stunning Spring Tablescape with Chambray Blue and White

Create a Stylish Pink and Gray Spring Tablescape

10 Spring Themed Tablescapes

The Easter and Spring Table Centerpiece

No Easter tablescape is complete without a beautiful centerpiece. I’ve created these using a mix of faux greenery, spring blossoming branches, and dainty bud vases filled with spring flowers.

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A Delectable Easter Menu

Now, onto everyone’s favorite part – the menu! To accompany this Easter and Spring tablescape, I’ve curated a selection of my homemade mouth-watering recipes that are sure to tantalize taste buds.

From Roasted Beef Tenderloin to creamy Scalloped Potatoes with Fontina Cheese, Green Beans with Pancetta, Homemade Rolls, and Mello Jello! Each dish is crafted with love and guaranteed to impress. And let’s not forget about dessert! Aunt Jeannie’s Chocolate Cake is a family favorite that always leaves guests craving more and asking for the recipe!

For those eager to try some new recipes, you can find all the recipes here!

Simply follow the links below and prepare to dazzle your guests with an Easter feast they won’t soon forget:

1. Roasted Beef Tenderloin Recipe
2. Scalloped Potatoes With Fontina Cheese Recipe
3. Homemade Rolls Recipe
4. Aunt Jeannie’s Chocolate Cake Recipe
5. Mello Mellow Recipe

I hope these Easter and Spring tablescape ideas inspire you to create your own magical moments with loved ones. Wishing you all a joy-filled Easter celebration filled with love, laughter, and lots of delicious food!

Until next time, happy decorating and happy cooking!

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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!

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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, daughters-in-law, and granddaughters to join me for a morning of festivities. But this wasn’t just any ordinary gathering; it was a multi-generational affair filled with love, crafts, treats, and, of course, pajamas!

Must-Haves

At the center of it all was a stunning breakfast board overflowing with an assortment of fruit, heart-shaped waffles, muffins, and a Valentine’s treat charcuterie board.

My darling girls!

I love to host a party, especially when it involves my grandchildren. They light up my world! I wanted to make this a fun gathering for the little ones as well as my daughter and daughters-in-law. I set the cutest Valentine’s Day Tablescape and added a homemade sugar cookie to the top of each plate.

Check out the Red, Pink, and White Valentines Day Tablescape!

But the festivities didn’t stop there. Oh no, we also had a special craft activity planned to engage the little ones and unleash our creative spirits. With the grandkids by our side, we embarked on a journey to create white clay fingerprint hearts – a sentimental keepsake that would serve as a reminder of our love and bond for years to come. Laughter filled the air as we molded the clay, pressing our fingertips into its soft surface to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces that I will treasure in the coming years.

Treat Charcuterie Board

And let’s not forget about the Valentine’s treat charcuterie board! It was a sight to behold! All the girls wanted to get in on the action when we made this! I bought a bunch of different valentines candies and treats to make this charcuterie board. The grandkids enjoyed it a lot! LOL!

But perhaps the highlight of the day was when everyone received their new pajamas – a cozy and stylish ensemble that added an extra layer of coziness to our Galentine’s Day celebration.

As the morning turned into afternoon and the laughter subsided, we bid farewell to another Galentine’s Day well spent. But the memories we made and the bonds we strengthened will stay with us forever, serving as a testament to the power of families coming together to create memories that I hope will last a lifetime.

Happy Galentine’s Day, dear friends!,

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Nature has a way of inspiring us in countless ways, and one of the most fascinating creatures that captivate our attention is the humble bee. Known for their diligent work ethic and vital role in pollination, bees have become a symbol of harmony and interconnectedness. Beyond their ecological importance, bee-themed decor has gained popularity the past few years.

Pioneer Day in Utah

I live in Utah part time and one of my favorite things about living here is that Utahan’s celebrate their own special holiday called Pioneer Day. Utah is known as the Beehive State because beehives are synonymous with industry and perseverance, values which were praised by Utah’s founders. Bees are famously hard workers, toiling tirelessly for the well-being of their hive. (Why is Utah called the Beehive State?)

Utah was settled by the Mormon pioneers looking for a better life free of religious persecution so every July 24th, these early settlers are celebrated with this special holiday. My ancestors were some of the original settlers of Utah and thanks to the great genealogical resources of the LDS church and my mothers hard work, I have been able to learn all about my ancestors who left their homes in England, Wales, Denmark, and Sweden to start a new life in Utah. They all crossed the plains in covered wagon and settled through the state of Utah and eventually Idaho. I am always moved by reading their stories and learning about their difficult journey west.

Every year when I’m in Utah over Pioneer Day, I love to gather all our family who still live here to celebrate and I love using this beehive theme to decorate my table.

In today’s post, I’m sharing some of my past bee themed decor and tablescapes along with a few other bloggers. I hope you enjoy todays post all about bees!

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My tip for you with bee themed decor? Embrace nature-inspired color schemes! Bee-themed decor naturally lends itself to a warm and inviting color palette. Incorporate shades of yellow, black, and white into your space to capture the essence of these industrious creatures or you can pick any color that you like. I’ve used all sorts of colors that go well with yellow including blue!

Check out this Instagram Reel I’ve shared in the past of my beehive themed tablescapes.

Black and Yellow Bee Themed Fall Tablescape

This post has some fun ways I’ve used Bee-Themed decor in my tablescapes. I created this for Pioneer Day last year, 2022. I love the black and gold color palette.

Bee Themed Tablescape for Two

How cute is this bee themed table by my friend Lori from Dining-Delight?! I love how she incorporated the theme for two.

A Bee Themed Table on the Porch

Another one of my favorite bee themed tables is this one from my friend Chloe’s blog, CelebrateandDecorate. She put this one together on her porch and it has the cutest accent pieces.

HOW TO PLAN A BEE-UTIFUL BEE THEMED PARTY

Mariah from Gigglesgalore is the Queen Bee of party planning and she does not disappoint with this bee themed party decor.

Bees, Sunflowers, and Hydrangeas Arrangement + Tablescape

Mary from Home is Where the Boat Is has the best floral inspiration for your bee themed decor. Can’t have a bee theme without gorgeous flowers, right?

Beehive Themed Party Tablescape

And last but not least, another one of my beehive tablescapes. This was another one of my pioneer day tablescapes that I absolutely loved. I didn’t do place-settings for this tablescape, instead I created this buffet style table and served the food from here. I love all the different bee themed decorations including the beehive candles, honeycomb bowls, antique honey pot for the flower arrangement, and beehive shaped rolling pin and I added honey to the table and made a beehive cake.

Bee-themed decor is a wonderful way to bring the beauty of nature into your home. By incorporating elements inspired by bees, such as color schemes, furniture, artwork, textiles, accessories and food, you can create a space that exudes warmth, charm, and a touch of whimsy.

Whether you’re drawn to their ecological importance or simply enchanted by their delicate beauty, bee-themed decor offers a unique and stylish way to celebrate nature’s smallest yet most impactful creatures. So, buzz with creativity and let your home come alive with the magic of bee-inspired design!

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Bridal Shower Ideas at Home

Love is a beautiful journey that deserves to be celebrated in style. When it comes to bridal showers, choosing a theme that captures the essence of the couple’s love story adds an extra touch of magic to the occasion. If you’re a bride-to-be or a friend planning a bridal shower, why not consider a breathtaking blue ombre theme? Symbolizing tranquility, depth, and the vastness of the ocean, a blue ombre bridal shower will create an atmosphere of romance and elegance that your guests will remember forever. So, let’s dive in and explore the wonderful world of a blue ombre themed bridal shower! I hope you enjoy todays post with inspiration on hosting bridal shower ideas at home.

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Setting the Scene for an Unforgettable Bridal Shower

The venue or location plays a vital role in bringing the theme to life. I chose to host this bridal shower at home and I love the coziness that I was able to create with this warm color palette.

My home has a lot of blue decor so using the many different shades of blue helped to create this pretty color palette.

I decorated my home using various shades of blue, starting from lighter hues and gradually transitioning into deeper tones. From the table decorations to the food and dessert tables, you can see all the different shades of blue I used throughout.

I also placed other decor in and around the food and dessert tables. I found these LOVE letters a few years ago at Homegoods. Hobby Lobby also has some that are similar. I also added a little love sign on top of the cake too.

Invitations and Stationery

Capture the imagination of your guests from the very beginning by sending out homemade or custom invitations. Incorporate shades of blue or whatever color you’re using into the design of the invitations.

One of my favorite ways to make invitations is to go onto Greeting Island and customize one from a template. Here is the blue invitation I used for this bridal shower.

This will not only set the tone for the event but also create a sense of anticipation for what’s to come. Carry the theme through all the stationery elements, including menus, place cards, and signage, to maintain a cohesive look and feel. I also like to use balloons throughout the house and on the signage, tables, and front porch. It’s a great way to let your guests know which house is yours if you’re hosting at home. This can also be done at other hosting venues.

Etsy is also a great resource to find printable invitations, menus, place-cards, and signage for any party or shower you’re hosting.

Check out this past post on my Daisy Themed Baby Brunch Shower that I hosted at home for my daughter-in-law a few years back.

Tablescapes and Centerpieces

I set my indoor dining table with different shades of blue and white dinnerware. To add some more blue to the dining chairs, I used tulle ribbon and tied bows around each chair. I also carried this over to the outdoor table and chairs.

To finish off the tablescape, I added navy blue throw pillows to the end chairs.

For the indoor tablescape centerpiece, I used a navy blue table runner then created a centerpiece garland using faux flowers and greenery to run down the enter of the table.

To make this garland, I used a five foot long greenery type garland on the bottom. Then I added in some white faux peonies and ranunculus flowers. To add a pop of blue to the garland, I used faux baby’s breath flowers.

I love to mix and match dishes when setting a table and I have a lot of blue dishes in my dish collection so I pulled out a variety of them to set the tables with.

For the outdoor tables, I rented some round tables and white chairs and set them up on my patio just outside our back door. The weather was still very warm for this early fall bridal shower and it was so nice to have these outdoor seating options for everyone to enjoy their lunch and to visit with other guests.

Adding the tulle ribbon bows to the chairs helped break up all the white on the outdoor tables and chairs.

For the outdoor tablescapes, I kept it simple and used white, round tablecloths. One of my favorite ways to add a layer of color to a white tablecloth is to used a cloth napkin in the center. Then I put the centerpiece in the middle on top of the napkin. It’s an inexpensive doily and my go to when keeping costs down when hosting a shower or party.

To finish off the outdoor table decor I made a handful of these fresh flower centerpieces and I also tied a tulle ribbon bow around the vases. So many ways to carry over the same decorating tricks to all the spaces that you’re hosting the shower in.

Another easy and affordable decor trick is to put photos of the couple in picture frames and put them on all the tables. This adds a personal touch to the decor.

Delicious Homemade Cuisine for Hosting a Bridal Shower at Home

Food and beverages are an essential part of any celebration, and a blue ombre bridal shower offers the perfect opportunity to get creative with your culinary delights.

Since the bridal shower was during the day, I decided to serve soup, my homemade rolls a fresh fruit salad. Everyone loved the food so I’m adding those recipes here below! I’m so glad I made a double batch of the these yummy rolls (each batch makes about 40 rolls)! They were all gone by the end of the shower! I promise these are a hit whenever you make them! Everyone also loved my homemade soups and they are super easy to make and, a much more cost effective way to make a nice lunch for a large crowd.

If you want the convenience of catering the lunch, that is always an option too!

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup (recipe coming later this week so check back or subscribe to my blog so you’ll get an email when it’s published)

Homemade Potato Soup (recipe coming later this week so check back or subscribe to my blog so you’ll get an email when it’s published)

Holly’s Homemade Rolls

I ordered blue and ivory macarons and had a custom ombre cake made from a local baker. These macarons were so good and just like the homemade rolls, they didn’t last long!

Captivating Activities and Favors

Engage your guests with interactive activities that embrace the blue ombre theme. A fun and creative idea for a bridal shower activity is to set up a DIY flower crown station using blue and white blooms, allowing guests to create their own personalized headpieces.

Another fun idea is to set up a little table and leave out some nice stationary or notecards, a journal type book and pens. Ask everyone to write something special about the bride and groom or share some advice that you have for them. Then have a tape runner out so everyone can paste them into the book. You can also have a polaroid camera there so guests can take photos that can also go in the book.

The bride to be! My cute friend Kim! We call her Kimmy and she’s like another daughter to me!

A blue ombre themed bridal shower is a captivating and unique way to celebrate the love and impending nuptials of a special couple. The bride to be also wore blue to match the blue which was so cute!

Remember, attention to detail is key when planning a bridal shower. From the venue and invitations to the tablescapes and menu, each element should be thoughtfully designed to enhance the overall ambiance.

I loved creating this blue ombre themed bridal shower that truly captures the essence of love and celebrates the upcoming union in the most magical way.

Whether you’re the bride-to-be or the friend entrusted with planning the bridal shower, embracing the beauty of a blue ombre theme will ensure an extraordinary celebration that leaves everyone in awe.

I hope you enjoyed seeing all the details of this unforgettable bridal shower ideas at home post. I love hosting a party and making yummy homemade food for everyone. This day was so much fun and I can’t wait to host another bridal shower in the near future! Thanks so much for stopping by!

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If you liked this post you’ll want to check out this Jungle Themed Baby Shower. I hosted this baby shower for the same friend featured in this bridal shower post! So fun to see her little family grow!

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Patriotic Decorating Ideas

The Fourth of July is a significant holiday in the United States, and many people love to celebrate it by decorating their homes in patriotic colors. If you’re looking for inspiration to decorate your home for Independence Day, look no further! In this blog, we’ve compiled some creative and easy patriotic decorating ideas to help you celebrate in style.

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Red, White, and Blue Tablescape Decor Ideas

Incorporating patriotic colors into your table decor is an easy way to show your love for your country.

This was one of my favorite tablescapes I did. From the place settings to the centerpiece and even the chair pillows, this is a simple way to add some festive decor to your table. Get all my tips to recreate this Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Tablescape.

Source: Elegant Fourth of July tablescape with Ginger Jars by Summer Adams

One of my dear friends, Summer Adams, put together a beautiful tablescape for her kitchen table. Isn’t it so festive and beautiful? Check out all her tips on how to recreate this elegant Fourth of July tablescape with ginger jars.

Can I just tell you, I absolutely love the Fourth of July! It is one of my favorite holidays next to Christmas. I always make sure to pull out all the stops when putting together my Fourth of July party tablescapes. Setting a patriotic themed table is a great way to add patriotic decor to your home.

Have I ever shown you my patriotic dish organization? Like I said, I’m obsessed with all things Fourth of July, so what better way to showcase my dish collection than to have it all organized perfectly in my pantry! Get all my tips on how I organized these dishes.

Here are some other patriotic decorating ideas to get you started adding red, white, and blue decor to your home:

• Use red, white, and blue throw pillows on your couch or chairs
• Hang a patriotic wreath on your front door
• Display a vase of red, white, and blue flowers on your dining table
• Use a red, white, and blue tablecloth for your Fourth of July party
• Hang patriotic bunting or banners around your home

American Flag Decor

The American flag is a symbol of our country, and displaying it in your home is a great way to show your patriotism.

Source: Fourth of July Flag Ideas from My 100 Year Old Home

One of my friends Leslie Saeta is the queen of DIY and crafts. She has the best ideas for how to create and use Fourth of July flags as part of your decor – DIY style! Check them all out here.

I love a good patriotic tablescape, but why stop there? There are so many ways to incorporate patriotic elements into your home decor. I made this festive Fourth of July floral arrangement with faux flowers for my kitchen island. It was so easy to make! Here is the video reel from my Instagram on how I made this: Fourth of July Centerpiece. Check out all my favorite patriotic home decor ideas.

Here are some more creative ways to incorporate the flag into your decor:

• Hang a large American flag on your wall
• Use a small American flag as a centerpiece on your dining table
• Display a patriotic quilt or throw blanket on your couch or chairs
• Use American flag-themed curtains or pillows in your home

And if you’re feeling crafty, try making some homemade patriotic decorations with these ideas:

• Make a patriotic wreath using red, white, and blue ribbons
• Paint mason jars in patriotic colors and use them as vases for flowers
• Make a patriotic garland using red, white, and blue paper stars
• Create a patriotic banner using cardstock and string

Outdoor Patriotic Table Decor Ideas

Of course, if you’re hosting friends and family, chances are you’ll be spending some time outside too. I have all my favorite outdoor patriotic entertaining ideas here.

Source: Fourth of July Entertaining from Ella Claire Inspired

For the ultimate outdoor entertaining advice, you have to check out this Fourth of July entertaining post from my friend Kristen. She is the best at creating beautiful spaces indoors and out!

Source: Simple Patriotic Table Decor from Home With Holliday

If you are looking for a more simple version of a patriotic table, my friend Holliday has the best tips. You can find her full post for any patriotic holiday, such as Memorial Day, Fourth of July, or even Labor Day here.

Source: Fourth of July Party with Red and Blue Chic from To Have and To Host

If you’re looking for a gorgeously chic patriotic tablescape for your outdoor barbecue, you have to check out how my friend Lory put together her red and blue chic Fourth of July party table.

And last but not least, here is my latest outdoor patriotic tablescape. I set this table in our newly renovated backyard. You can read more about this Fourth of July patriotic tablescape in this post:

Fourth of July Table Settings: Ideas for a Festive Red, White, and Blue Outdoor Tablescape

Here are some more patriotic decorating ideas you can use if you’re hosting a Fourth of July party or BBQ:

• Use red, white, and blue balloons to decorate your backyard
• Set up a patriotic photo booth with props like American flags, Uncle Sam hats, and red, white, and blue sunglasses
• Serve food on patriotic plates and napkins
• Use red, white, and blue mason jars as drinking glasses

There are many creative and easy ways to decorate your home for Independence Day. Whether you’re incorporating patriotic colors into your decor, displaying the American flag, making DIY decorations, or hosting a Fourth of July party, you can show your love for your country in style. Happy Fourth of July!

If you enjoyed this post, here are some more patriotic decorating ideas that I’ve shared in the past.

The Most Festive Patriotic Entertaining Ideas for Your Celebration

I hope you enjoyed these patriotic decorating ideas! Happy Fourth of July!

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Bunny Themed Birthday Party

Bunnies are cute, cuddly, and oh-so-lovable, which makes them the perfect theme for a first birthday party. If you’re planning a celebration for your precious little one, why not hop on the bunny-themed birthday party train! I’m recapping my darling grand babies one-year-old birthday party in today’s post – this little girl is the absolute sweetest little thing. Because she has a spring birthday close to Easter, we were able to mix part of our Easter celebration decor in with her birthday bunny theme. I had so much fun doing this with my daughter-in-law and with the help of other family members, we pulled this darling Some Bunny Is One: A Bunny Themed Party off!

Bunny Themed BirthdayDecorations

For the kitchen island area where we served the food, we added this letter banner that my daughter-in-law made on her cricket. We attached it to the counter top with double stick tape. I wish I’d remembered to get a better photo of it once it was all set up!

My daughter-in-law made a balloon arch in pastel colors and we hung it on the staircase banister which created a nice back drop for photos and for the highchair.

Combining Easter and bunny-themed decorations is a great way to make your little one’s party feel special and memorable. I just love this bunny themed birthday party idea!

We hung up this adorable banner with a photo of each month of our little grand babies first year. My daughter-in-law is so good at making things on her cricket and documenting each month of her little ones first year. This can be done for any age of course but it’s extra sweet the first year!

The High Chair: Adorable Decor for the Birthday Child

Decorating the high chair can be a fun way to add decorations to the birthday party and makes for cute photos of the one year olds celebration.

We tied a faux greenery garland to the high chair with wire and then layered a carrot garland on top of that. This tied in so well with the carrot themed tablescape. I love how the highchair and the tablescape coordinate!

I also set a separate table just for the little kids on the floor which they loved. 

Bunny-Themed Dessert Table: Decorating Tips and Tricks

Create a Bunny Themed Dessert Table that will have your guests hopping with delight!

I put the bunny ear cake on a white cake stand and we also had a separate cake for the birthday girl complete with it’s own bunny ear cake topper. I also put the cookies on white platters and a two-tiered serving stand and I used a spring themed table runner to add some decor and color to the table. The table is from Ikea. Tap here for the link: legs and table top.

I had a local bakery in Utah make these sweet treats for the party called  The Chocolate Dessert Cafe. They do custom orders and all sorts of fun seasonal cakes and cookies. I even have a Christmas cake that they make each season named after me called the Holly Jolley Christmas cake!

Fun and Games: Bunny-Themed Entertainment for Kids

Now that the dessert table is set, it’s time to move on to the fun and games! If you’re looking to keep the little ones entertained, there are plenty of bunny-themed activities that are sure to be a hit. 

First up, an Easter egg hunt with a twist! Instead of hiding regular eggs, hide plastic eggs filled with little bunny toys or stickers and different easter candies and chocolates. Make sure to designate different age groups so everyone has a fair shot at finding the goodies. 

One of my favorite little things to do is to hide some golden Easter eggs. I put larger amounts of money in them or a gift card. This makes it extra fun for the kids when hunting for the eggs.

I set up a table for the Easter egg hunt activity. We had pastel colored treat bags for all the kids to put their Easter eggs in and and had easter bunny ears and carrot shaped bubbles for the kids as gifts.

For a quieter activity, set up a bunny-themed coloring station. Print out some bunny coloring pages or even draw your own, and provide plenty of crayons and colored pencils. Kids can take their masterpieces home as a party favor.

Finally, if you have a larger group of kids, consider setting up a bunny-themed relay race. Divide the kids into teams and have them hop like bunnies to a designated spot and back. The first team to finish wins a prize!

I hope you enjoyed seeing all the fun we had with this Bunny Themed Birthday Party I hosted. With these fun and engaging activities, your bunny-themed party will surely be a hopping success!

From the adorable decorations to the bunny-themed desserts and entertainment for the kids, your guests will be hopping with joy.

I hope you find some inspiration from these tips and tricks and plan your own bunny bash that is sure to be a hit.

Remember, the first birthday is a milestone worth celebrating, and what better way to do it than with some bunny special?

As a famous bunny once said, “Some bunny loves you!”

xoxo,

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I hosted this Jungle Themed Baby Shower for one of my friends who was having her first baby. It was so much fun celebrating her and her new baby.

Theme

First things first, pick your Theme, colors and then choose your invitations. Get the guest list from the mother to be and contact info for everyone.

I used some printables that I found on Etsy that made the decor, invitations, and everything so easy as well as so adorable. There are so many great ways to make or buy customizable invitations nowadays.

Decorations

I loved that these printables were easy to customize. Here are the items I ordered and then took them to the UPS store and had them printed out on card stock and other papers.

• Water Bottle Labels
• Welcome Sign
• Cake Topper
• Centerpiece
• Cupcake Toppers
• Baby Banner
• Animal Cracker Game Sign/Cards them on Etsy

Food and Drinks

I catered sandwiches and soup from a local grocery store which made hosting so much easier.

I have made all the food for other showers I’ve hosted in the past but this one I decided to order the food ahead of time since I was short on time to prepare.

Make sure if you do this, you give plenty of notice to whoever or wherever you cater it from.

Because this was on a Saturday and mid day, I decided to do soup and sandwiches.

I also had fruit and veggie trays, and fresh rustic bread from the bakery.

I served water in the water bottles and then also made my Pink Party Punch which is always a hit.

Dessert

For dessert, I had cupcakes and used the cupcake toppers on those and I had my friend, The Blonde Who Bakes, make a jungle themed cake and macarons in the color of the baby shower theme colors. I also had some custom sugar cookies made by a local cookie artist. Are these not the cutest jungle themed cookies? Everyone loved them!

I asked the Mom to be what her favorite cake and macaron flavors were and those were what I had my friend make!

I served lunch on my kitchen island buffet style and this works great so everyone can serve themselves and it’s more informal which is what I prefer! I want everyone to feel welcome in my home!

I set a simple jungle themed tablescape using some faux olive branches and garlands and set the table with some green dinnerware.

Olive Leaf Spray // Eucalyptus Seed Spray // Seeded Eucalyptus Spray 

For the games we played the Animal Cracker game and a few others I can’t recall. It’s been a year since I hosted this and am finally getting this up on the blog! Forgive me for not remembering the other games. (I’m pretty sure I delegated that to the mom to be’s other friends so that’s why I can’t remember)

I always find that everyone wants to help so include everyone that offers if you want help! It makes people feel a part of the celebration and who doesn’t love celebrating a new baby and mother to be!

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Black and Yellow Bee-Themed Fall Tablescape

I’m sharing my transition from summer into fall tablescape today. This Black and Yellow Bee Themed Fall Tablescape was so much fun to create! I love the color scheme and all the little details that make it so charming. 

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Every July I set a bee or beehive-themed table to celebrate Utah’s Pioneer Day holiday. Utah is the Beehive State and every year on the 24th of July they celebrate the Pioneers that crossed the plains and settled in Utah. I was out of town for this year’s holiday, but I had all this adorable bee-themed table decor so I decided to set the table and use it as my summer transition into a fall tablescape. 

Black and Yellow Bee Themed Tablescape Place-Setting

For the place setting, I used these bee placemats, gold flatware, black and mustard yellow dinnerware, a mustard yellow linen napkin, black and gold napkin rings with a gold bee, and amber glassware.

I made the bee napkin rings by hot gluing a bee magnet onto the black and gold napkin ring.

Bee Themed Tablescape Centerpiece

I used a matching bee-themed table runner and used some large stoneware jars for the centerpiece. I filled them with faux greenery and pear branches.

Faux Stems:

Eucalyptus Leaf Spray 30″

Eucalyptus Stem -Fresh Cut Mix of 6

32.5" Eucalyptus Seed Spray – Green

31" Green Speckled Pear Stem

Add In Extra Details

I always like to add extra details to my tables. Here I added some silver bees to the table runner and as fall rolls in officially, I may add some velvet pumpkins.

I also love adding individual salt and pepper shakers to the table or each place setting so no one has to ask to pass the salt and pepper!

Wishing you all a happy end of summer and transition into fall! I’ll share a few more of my favorite images below so you can see more of the details if you like. I’ll link all the sources below! Thanks for stopping by and please subscribe to my blog so you never miss a post! You can also follow along with me on Instagram, @homewithhollyj, and Pinterest Home With Holly J. 

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Sources for this Black and Yellow Bee Themed Tablescape are linked below. Just tap on the photos. Some Items may be discontinued or I’m unable to find them online but I do my best to keep the posts update with current links.

The tall stoneware jar is called “Tall Mustard and White Jar”  and is from the Findery in Waco. They have a few left as of today post 8/17/22 so feel free to call them and they can ship one to you. 254-235-1777

Faux Stems:

Eucalyptus Leaf Spray 30″

Eucalyptus Stem -Fresh Cut Mix of 6

32.5" Eucalyptus Seed Spray – Green

31" Green Speckled Pear Stem

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