As you learned (or most of you already know) I love to throw a party.  And when attending a party it’s of the utmost importance that you arrive gift in hand.  So to help you out  here are our Top 5 Host or Hostess Gifts.    xoxo

From left to right, top to bottom…2 of my favorite wines, Silver Oak 2007 Napa Valley Cabernet & Round Pond 2010 Sauvignon Blanc || Pink Peonies || Rosanna Petite Treat Stands in Strawberry Pink, White, Buttercream Yellow, and Mint Green || Rablabs Multi Colored Agate Coasters || Illume small Boho Candle in Thai Lilly, Tangerine Teakwood, Mediterranean, and Pineapple Cilantro (I wrap mine in cellophane tied with a bow…perfection)

I love nothing more than throwing a fabulous party, or better yet a dinner party.  And with The Shop now open entertaining is easier than ever.  Case in point, my fabulous Beachcomber dinner party.  Inspired by our organic Octopus towels and napkins, and One Kings Lane plates we mixed all shades of blue with our shocking chartreuse Ikat placemats.   Can’t you just hear the ocean calling?  xoxo

Dinner & Salad Plates One Kings Lane (no longer available) || Handprinted, Organic Octopus Napkins || Placemats Bloomingdales (no longer available)

The Tablescape pre dinner…Creative Co-Op Distressed Wood Votive Candle Holder || Creative Co-Op Sardine Can Salt & Pepper Shakers || Handprinted. Organic Octopus Napkins || Creative Co-Op Boat Dipping/Condiment Dish || Crate & Barrel White Condiment Spoon ||Creative Co-Op Tall Numbered Tin || Creative Co-Op Whale Trays

Creative Co-Op Distressed Wood Votive Candle Holder…perfect centerpiece because it’s not too high so you can actually talk to your guests at the table

Wine Round Pond 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (my FAVORITE summer wine) || Chalkboard Signs || Rablabs Blue Azure Coasters || Creative Co-Op Fish Bowls

Waiting On Martha’s Heirloom Tomato Salad & Creative Co-Op Fish Bowls

Creative Co-Op Distressed Wood Votive Candle Holder || Creative Co-Op Sardine Can Salt & Pepper Shakers || Handprinted. Organic Octopus Napkins || Creative Co-Op Boat Dipping/Condiment Dish || Crate & Barrel White Condiment Spoon

Creative Co-Op Boat Dipping/Condiment Dish (perfect for salad dressing, olive oils, dips, etc.) || Crate & Barrel White Condiment Spoon

Waiting On Martha’s Pimento Cheese Spread recipe HERE || Creative Co-Op Fish Bowls

Creative Co-Op Whale Trays

Waiting On Martha’s Pimento Cheese Spread recipe HERE

Dinner & Salad Plates One Kings Lane (no longer available) || Handprinted, Organic Octopus Napkins || Placemats Bloomingdales (no longer available) || Creative Co-Op Distressed Wood Votive Candle Holder || Creative Co-Op Sardine Can Salt & Pepper Shakers || Creative Co-Op Boat Dipping/Condiment Dish

Creative Co-Op Tall Numbered Tin

It’s a crazy morning over here at the Rye household preparing for our first guests since moving in.  And though we still aren’t fully unpacked I find that no reason not to throw a fabulous Good Friday dinner.  Below are some pics I snapped of the tablescape preparation, Easter basket cupcakes and the amazingly tasty Key Lime cookies to kick off the weekend festivities.  But before the guests arrive I wanted to send a happy Good Friday to you all, and a wish that whatever your plans are for the holiday weekend that you’re celebrating with family, friends and of course lots of good food!  xoxo

Table West Elm | Candelabras CB2 (Last Seen HERE) | Cake Plates Costco | Place Mats Bloomingdales (old) | Gold Flatware (old) One Kings Lane (Similar HERE) | Plates Nambe (No Longer Available) | Easter Nests Williams Sonoma | Cupcake and Cookie Toppers Target