Category Archives: Parties

Dec 09, 2015

Tara Guerard Soiree by Adrienne Page

It’s so fun when we get to step outside of weddings and design something festive for our clients.  We headed to the Augusta, Georgia home of some of our former wedding clients, to help them host a holiday soiree swathed in candlelight, winter white flowers, and perfect party foods. Thank you to Adrienne Page for being there with us to capture all of the dets.

Tara Guerard Soiree by Adrienne Page

This wreath hanging trick ends up being such a lovely decor detail too- if you don’t have a nail or hook in your front door,  wrap ribbon around the top and bottom of the wreath (so that you have it doubled over) and then slide through the top and bottom of the door and tie on the inside of the door.

Tara Guerard Soiree by Adrienne Page

For a festive touch on the pillar candles leading guests to the front door, we added loose jingle bells.

Tara Guerard Soiree by Adrienne Page

Luckily the temps hadn’t grown too frigid yet, so guests could enjoy some cozy seating outside. The willow tree was aglow with candle lanterns which made for the most popular hang out spot until the wee hours. That’s what this time of year is all about, gathering those who are important to you and savoring the time together.

Tara Guerard Soiree by Adrienne Page

Throwing a party in your home is truly my most favorite type of party. The key is to have it open and welcoming, turn on the lights, to use all of the space, and breakout your own linens, china, silver, etc that’s what it’s there for!!!

Tara Guerard Soiree by Adrienne Page

Tara Guerard Soiree by Adrienne Page

Miniature “Christmas” trees fashioned from fluffy white carnations and ranunculus perched atop the homeowners silver nut dishes made fragrant and perfectly fitting centerpieces displayed throughout the home.

Tara Guerard Soiree by Adrienne Page

Tara Guerard Soiree by Adrienne Page

Guests snacked on perfect holiday cocktail party food from Grand Mariner Souffle, to individual Rice Puddings (complete with mini jingle bells) and  hot chocolates with tiny marshmallows.

Tara Guerard Soiree by Adrienne Page

12.09.15   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Entertaining, Event Design, Flowers, Food and Drink, Parties | 1 Comment

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Our sister company, Lettered Olive, is a custom letterpress stationer based in Charleston, SC.  Specializing in wedding papers naturally, baby announcements, party invitations, and at this time of year, holiday cards.

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Surcies (a little surprise gift just because) a staple in the South, but to me the Surcie needs to be beautifully presented as well.  So, we created our surcie tag set (available on letteredolive.com), which are perfect to dress up Secret Santa/office gifts, hostess gifts, and other surcies of the season.  Who doesn’t feel even more special when they receive something, no matter how small, when it’s beautifully packaged?

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Another popular item that we were printing often for our weddings were matchbooks. We thought it could be a great addition to homes around the holidays having their own custom matchbooks for the hearth or candles, parties, etc.

Lettered Olive cocktail napkins

Of course, there are your must haves for entertaining year round… Linen cocktail napkins would be a perfect surcie to gift, and a perfect companion for any hostess’ collection.  I have an affinity for cocktail napkins, so I have a wide variety of different designs, colors, etc.  You can definitely mix them up at your parties, put fun different colored ones at the bar or with the drinks, and mix complimentary ones throughout the food set ups.

Lettered Olive drink stirrers

A fun addition that you may not think about but will sure make a difference to your guests are cocktail stirrers (can also be used as food picks). Definitely a nice little touch, and the good thing is that they last forever, so you can stock up and not worry…

12.03.15   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Accessories, Entertaining, Food and Drink, Gifts, Parties, Stationery, Invitations and Pretty Papers, The Lettered Olive | Comments >>

Party for the Parks 2015

We hope you’ll join us for this party!  It’s a blast every year! Get your tickets here.

10.13.15   |   TARA GUÉRARD
Announcements, Charleston, Parties | Comments >>