Keep Chill this Halloween with Designer Ice Cubes
#mhartlifestyle I’m always looking for quick and simple ways to add a little inexpensive panache to my gatherings and these Halloween ice cubes are so CHILL! Pardon the puns but they do the trick PLUS they’re a fun treat! The frosty All Hallows’ Eve creations are great for champagne cocktails or kids cups! ...
DIY Fall Floral No Carve Pumpkins in Seconds!
#mhartlifestyle A high wind storm is rolling toward the Seattle area and while most folks are stocking up on practical storm related supplies like batteries, candles, WATER… I am creating pretty fresh floral no carve pumpkins! Whaa? They have a word for this, denial. Or perhaps, I’m simply creating my kind of calm before the storm....
Usher in FALL with a little Halloween Eerie Elegance in 425 Magazine!
Brooke Clark Photography Eerie elegance , that’s what I like to call this DARK Halloween gathering straight from the pages of 425 Magazine’s fall issue! You can also call it… CHEEP CREEP! Yes, we’re getting creepy but keeping it classy, real and within budget thanks to a few Halloween tips & tricks like: Spray painted foliage and...
A Beautiful Bridal Shower Soirée and Summer Send-Off
Produced by Monica Hart Photographed by Rachel Coward When a much loved rockstar niece like Gina Sacco is getting married, she rates a fun, bridal shower to remember, surrounded by her best girlfriends and sisters! Damon Bancroft Heilman and Gina are tying the knot in October 2016! I had the honor...
DIY Floral Drink Tags – Bridal Shower Inspo!
I may have mentioned that I’m throwing a little Bridal Shower for my awesome Niece! So excited! Get ready, a BUNCH of bridal shower inspo heading your way…like these DIY fresh floral drink tags made from glam Kate Spade drink coasters! {LOVE} These are so quick & easy to make! I’m going to...
Dahlias & Doilies ~ Bridal Shower Inspo!
LOVE playing with pretty place setting ideas for any occasion but when that occasion is a BRIDAL shower well….that is a whole new level of entertaining playtime! J’adore the combo of my gorgeous garden Cafe Au Lait dinner plate dahlias and these beautiful doilies from Crate and Barrel!!! 24 paper doilies to...
Ice Buckets with Flower Power – Summer Entertaining Guide
If you are looking for an e a s y way to give your summer gatherings some pretty pizzazz… try this ~ GLAM ice buckets with serious Flower Power! Yes, I’m back with more of my summer entertaining guide :) I mean c’mon…who doesn’t love a gorgeous Grenache Rosé on a hot summer day, right? L’Ecole...
All Natural Mosquito Repellents – Summer Entertaining Guide
With Father’s Day coming up…. the outdoor Summer Entertaining Season is really revving up! It’s time to dine ~ in the garden! So over the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing tips and tricks to help YOU keep your outdoor entertaining c o o l this summer! We begin with all natural mosquito repellents you ...
Easy Do Ahead S’mores for Memorial Weekend
What’s NOT to l o v e about s’mores! That good old-fashioned, gooey marshmallow and chocolate with the crunch of graham combo…is an all-American favorite! They are a gone camping Memorial weekend dessert staple. But even if you’re NOT camped around the fire on Memorial Day, you can still indulge in all...
Hot Havana Nights ~ A Lush Latin Inspired Fiesta in 425 Magazine
Havana Nights via 425 Magazine ~ Rachel Coward Photo Just in time for Cinco de Mayo my l~u~s~h little Latin inspired fiesta celebration in 425-Magazine called Hot Havana Nights! You can get a taste of it online right now! Uber Talented photographer Rachel Coward captured our evening perfectly under the glow of simply strung white lights. The latest issue...
Posh Game Day Party Ideas on KING 5!
Let’s get this PARTY started! It’s the Seattle Seahawks regular season HOME opener on Sunday at Century Link Field! There is no place like home! Are you ready for some football? This is a game day & or tailgate party with a twist! I’m pulling together pretty everyday pieces to...
Falling for Fall in 425 Magazine and an Announcement!
Monica Hart via 425 Magazine – Brooke Clark Photography This feature…. The beautiful Autumn Fall Fashion edition of 425 Magazine is making its way into mailboxes and stores shelves and I’m officially Falling for Fall! In this issue we HIT THE ROAD and take you to the gorgeous fields of Woodinville Lavender as the earthy fall mist sets into the...
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