Swag Bag for Guests!

A little treat to welcome our guests at Four Palms. For my sister’s visit, I went a little kitschy with some quintessential items from our local surf shop. Florida Orange Bubble Gum in the mini carton (takes us back to our childhood vacationing in Melbourne Beach, FL), a Siesta Key koozie for those cold beverages, hydrating water, and animal crackers as a homage to Sarasota’s rich circus history.

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A Very Floral 10th Birthday Party!

With Baby Bowden due any moment it was important for us to celebrate our Hadley turning 10 without going overboard. We kept it sweet and pretty. Flowers, finger foods, and fun! Sometimes ya just gotta keep it simple for your own sanity!

Trader Joe’s flowers all day every day!

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Simple Autumn Tablescape

There’s really no fuss here…a simple trip to the grocery store this time of year you’ll find gourds, small pumpkins, eucalyptus, or magnolia. I like that this tablescape is low profile so you can see your guests as you dine. I broke out vintage dishes because if you’ve got em flaunt em! Fill in with unscented cream candles and there you have it!

Happy Dining!

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