Thursday, July 9, 2009

VROOM VROOM


love the silver trophy cup

how cute is this stop light topiary??

where did they find steering wheel place mats?

love every detail from the cones, signs, cars, & checkered flags

what little boy wouldn't love this cake?

cool car favors
I love this race car birthday from A Perfect Event in Chicago! The stoplight topiary is AWESOME & the table scape is amazing! I love how they used the street scape on the floor with all the signage and incorporated into the center of the table.

Harry Potter Sleepover

For the Harry Potter fans in Arizona, I have a great weekend idea for the entire family! I SO want to go but we have plans all next weekend! I have attached the information below-sounds like so much FUN!


Calling all wizards, gnomes and giants! "Stay for a Spell" for a weekend of wizardry FUN! Get out your magic wands to join The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa Friday, July 17th - Sunday, July 19th, 2009 as we celebrate the newest release of everyone's favorite wizard movie!


Harry Potter "Stay for a Spell" Celebration
Westin Kierland Resort and Spa
6902 E. Greenway Parkway Phoenix, AZ, 85254PHONE: 800-354-5892
July 17, 2009 - July 19, 2009
ON THE WEB: http://www.kierlandresort.com/
PRICE: $399.50 for two adults and two children for a two-night stay

The Harry Potter "Stay for a Spell" event features a two-night stay plus dinner in the "Great Hall," including the sorting hat procession, Hogwarts classes, a "Tri-wizard" tournament and a graduation ceremony. Transportation on the "Hogwarts Express" and admission to the viewing of "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" are also included. Cold Stone Creamery at Kierland Commons also offers Harry Potter-themed treats. Check-in Friday by 6 p.m. Call for reservations.

Friday, July 17th: "Junior Wizard and Witches Induction"
• Special check-in for wizards and family members
• "Class" schedule and supplies
• Dinner in Kierland Great Hall with special themed menu and character appearances
• Screening of the new movie at Harkins 101 theater
• “Kierland Express” shuttle for transportation to and from the theater

Saturday, July 18th: Classes & Tournament
• Westin Kierland FUN-Wizard Tournament
• Two free races at Race Zone (per reservation)
• Pre-graduation pool party
• Menu specials available at Resort restaurants (additional cost)
• Themed poolside movies• Evening Arizona S’mores

Sunday, July 19th: Graduation Day!
• Graduation Ceremony
• Special themed menus will be available at the Resort’s dining outlets

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

First Impressions

When meeting with clients, I often find the foyer is sadly overlooked. An entry is where first impressions are made & helps set the tone for the rest of your home. It is a space where you greet guests as well as say good bye to family & friends.


Architect Peter Marino

Designer Robert A.M. Stern
Designer Scott Snyder

KA Design Group


Designer Susan Crabtree, Puerta Bella Interior Design