November 14, 2011

A DINNER PARTY (AND A CONTEST)

Friday evening, baby sister and I threw middle sister a bridal shower. The big day is still three months away, but with holidays fast approaching and the out of town bridesmaid in town, we knew we had to do it in November. Despite winds and sprinkling right as guests were arriving, by the time everyone went outside to officially start the festivities, the weather was perfect.

I wanted to do a fancy little sit down dinner and have it outside under twinkling lights. Baby sister and I wanted simple flowers, candlelight, and glittery ribbons (the holidays are coming after all) and basically something really pretty to celebrate middle sister's coming wedding. Based on the chatter, laughs, and the showering of lots of "fun" presents, we are sure middle sister loved it all so much. Best of all, was having her surrounded with all her closest friends!
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Want to see more details and tons more pictures, along with the whats, whys, and hows of the party decorating? Check out my HOUZZ Ideabook. This is where the contest part comes along...

I, along with 29 other bloggers, are participating in a little contest of how we change up a space for some holiday entertaining and all you have to do is leave me a comment in my ideabook here. The great part is that if I win, one of my readers will win too!

First place is a gift card to my favorite online retailer for $750 and a reader will win a $250 gift card to any online retailer of your choice. Second place is a $400/$100 and third place is $200/$50. Now, out of 29 other bloggers, chances aren't so bad, right?! The blogger's ideabook with the most votes wins.

You can leave a comment about anything (as long as you leave it here), from what you liked to what you would have done to maybe something you are coveting for your home! Each comment equals one vote, so please do leave me a comment on my ideabook. It was fun putting together the shower for my sister and I hope it inspires you for some parties in your future.

So don't forget to leave me a comment/vote here and if you want to blog, facebook, or tweet about this contest to help get more votes in, that would be much appreciated too! Remember if I win, one of you win too. Thanks friends!!!

*nighttime pictures taken by ica images.
Posted by Rubyellen at 11:52 PM

34 comments:

  1. AvMegNovember 15, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    Love the different chairs :-)

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  2. mtlauNovember 15, 2011 at 2:21 AM

    the outdoor lights with the glittery ribbon look so magical! def very inspirational!=]

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  3. Penny and JazzNovember 15, 2011 at 2:29 AM

    What you create with your sister for your sister is absolutely great. Can't wait for my one year older sister to marry, I hope that I'm able to give her something that special!

    Love,
    Penny
    http://fabulousimpressions.blogspot.com

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  4. magnoliaNovember 15, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    ruby this is the most amazing bridal shower i've ever seen! one of my best friends is marrying her bf in july 2012 and i'm so excited :D
    it is the first wedding for me i've ever been to

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  5. Marie-EveNovember 15, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    GORGEOUS table settings !!!
    LOve it !
    You are gifted !

    Enjoy the day,
    Meve from http://lookbookmeve.blogspot.com/

    ox-

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  6. OlivasNovember 15, 2011 at 5:48 AM

    Wauuuuuu!!!! It´s amazing!!!!! Good job!!!

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  7. Mrs. MerrimanNovember 15, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    Oh it's lovely! The lighting is my fave - well done! xx

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  8. Sandy a la ModeNovember 15, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    sooo cool!! voted for you girl!! :D

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  9. oh, hello friend.November 15, 2011 at 7:47 AM

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  10. oh, hello friend.November 15, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Awww, love it Ruby!! you + rj did an amazing job!! :) Hope you win!

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  11. AnonymousNovember 15, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    Omg this is just ethereal!

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  12. HannahNovember 15, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    I love the ribbons above the table! It's so pretty. And donut holes have never looked so good.

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  13. Ms.TipsNovember 15, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    This looks amazing, Ruby!! You know how to throw a party lady!

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  14. Amanda CarrNovember 15, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    LOVE the chair and books.

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  15. AnonymousNovember 15, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    everything looks so magical with that lighting!

    http://www.fortheloveofdesignblog.com

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  16. miss teacupsNovember 15, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    wow, i love the vintage feel, the pretty lighting...everything looks so soft and well, pretty.

    it looks great! how could she not love it?

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  17. katie [the bright life]November 15, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Wow, this is so beautiful! I love the sparkly lights and ribbons. Heading over to vote! Xo, Katie

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  18. MaloriNovember 15, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    You could make a fortune as an event planner! Every party/picnic/gathering you throw is flawless in design and execution. I love it

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  19. UnknownNovember 15, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    This makes me want to have a backyard so I could throw a dinner party like this!

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  20. jungle dream pagodaNovember 15, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    A wonderland!!!
    Commented on houzzz good luck!

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  21. AnonymousNovember 15, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    I voted.
    Great concept. Loving the night lights and the food display

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  22. RosalindNovember 15, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Looks beautiful great job mother of 4!!!!!!! I hope you had lots of help :-) Gorgeous.

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  23. brookeNovember 15, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    I LOVE those lights!

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  24. Heather @ Glitter and GlossNovember 15, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    Beautiful!

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  25. bunga rosvitaNovember 15, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    definitely beautiful! i hope i can make one my own.. hehe

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  26. TheLovelyHunterNovember 15, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Are you kidding me with this bridal shower? So gorgeous! Your sister is one lucky bride. Glad you guys had such a wonderful time:)

    Sofia

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  27. SpdZNovember 15, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    Wow!! Great table!! Looks really lovely

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  28. AnonymousNovember 16, 2011 at 4:04 AM

    Lovely! I think you did a great job!

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  29. MerrymickieNovember 16, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    Wow! Everything is so beautiful!!!!!! I love it! What was in the little package on the plates tha said indulge? I am guessing some kind of sweets.

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  30. mobygreenNovember 16, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    You certainly accomplished the goal of making this simple but elegant. I'm also curious about the post the that held your lights...are they metal?

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  31. UnknownNovember 17, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    Such a beautiful set-up... so dreamy!!!

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  32. Misha LuluNovember 17, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    divine!

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  33. Aint That The BerriesNovember 18, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Ruby this is stunning!! Come craft with us please :)

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  34. gwenNovember 19, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    beautiful!

    i also wanted to let you know (i'm sure you know) that i saw your breakfast birthday in mingle! congrats!
    http://www.stampington.com/mingle

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