Lake Tahoe Fiesta on the Dock

Last weekend I was with family on the East shore of Lake Tahoe {where I grew up} celebrating my Dad’s 70th birthday. For the special occasion, we had a small fiesta style supper on the dock. The décor was kept simple, yet colorful. Here are some images from the event:

{sunflowers, candles in jam jars, linens from South America and a lone sombrero}

{handmade Mexican paper flags – it was too windy to have them swag, so they didn’t turn out the way I had envisioned them.}

{homemade margaritas of course!}

{incredible food, but I didn’t even get a chance to take some pictures of the main course because my kids wanted to go back to the house. oh well.}

{I didn’t miss the gorgeous sunset though!}





Happy Birthday Dad!

Cute 4th of July Decorating Ideas

Throwing a July 4th party or simply want to add some patriotic touches to your home? In any case, here are some darling and inspiring Independence Day decorating and entertaining ideas to get you in the holiday spirit.

{Patriotic Table Setting via Southern Living}

{Red, White & Blue Paper Goods from Shop Sweet Lulu}

{Festive July 4th Desserts: top - berry cupcakes via Martha Stewart, flag rice crispy treats; bottom - flag tart via Martha Stewart, chocolate covered strawberries via allrecipes.com, patriotic parfaits via Martha Stewart.}

{Paper Lanterns via Pier 1 and 4th of July Signage via Pottery Barn Kids}

{DIY July 4th Rosette Banner via Country Living}





How will you be celebrating July 4th?