| on the list: host an end of summer bbq |

happy wednesday, guys! i feel like this week is just flying by.  i have been having a real itch to host a fun end of summer bbq: what better way to say goodbye to summer than hosting a party with friends, sun and yummy food?  check out my party inspiration below:

- paperless post x j.crew evites : paperless post has the cutest evites ever: inviting your guests with an adorable ecard not only will save you some money it will also help set the vibe for your party. {i loved the gather the girls invite... make it a fun bbq for you and your girls! }

- domaine recently did a post on "how to host the perfect picnic".  if you live in an apartment or your yard just isn't ready to host a party going to a nearby park or beach can be the perfect alternative.

- yummy and creative drink recipes are always a staple for a party; i loved this take on a refreshing fruit juice (perhaps with a bit of bubbly ;)).

- if you want to host a end of summer dinner i liked "the dinner alfresco guide"by the everyday girl.  I have not decided a time for our end of summer bbq but planning a night party may be fun.  fire pit, sunsets and a reason to dress up a bit.

- menu inspirations found here and here.

- love this idea of fresh florals and meat& cheese platters.

stocking

I must say, I look forward to stocking stuffers more than actual gifts.  It gives whomever is "stocking" it, the chance to show off their creativity and fun side.  Below, I put together some fun trinkets that would make any gal oh-so-jolly.

+ adorable glitter polishes

+ personalized stationary

+ coffee table read

+ a chic and nerdy USB drive

+ chocolate.
+ a perfect coin purse

+ fashionable wrap bracelets

+ spectacles

+ why settle for one lipgloss?

sweet tooth.

+red velvet cake pops accompanied by a boston theme(!) for my sis & brett when they came to visit.

we had awesome tickets to the red socks vs. padre game.

+5 bite cupcakes from Christine.

+a festive tin i made for my friend anna (her birthday landed right around easter).  rice crispy treats with easter m&m's inside & other candies.