Hi, Barbie! Barbie dream house themed bachelorette party
Between the blockbuster hit to merchandise and partnerships in every store, Barbie had a major moment this past summer.
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artfullyalissa
Dec 22, 20232 min read
Easy gingerbread holiday sweets buffet
Gingerbread is having a moment! But funny enough, growing up the flavor of ginger snaps and tradition of making gingerbread houses has...
artfullyalissa
Dec 11, 20232 min read
Elevate Your Holiday Game with a Wrapping Station and Bar
Rocking around the Christmas tree! During the holidays, there's always so many presents to wrap and holiday gifts to prepare, which is...
artfullyalissa
Nov 21, 20232 min read
Delicious hot chocolate board tutorial
It's officially hot chocolate season! Everywhere I turn, there is always a new board idea or inspiration, so why not create a hot...
artfullyalissa
Nov 6, 20232 min read
Create an elegant harvest inspired dessert buffet
Thanksgiving is such a special time of year - while I'm more of a Christmas person, I do love that it's another holiday and because to...
artfullyalissa
Oct 17, 20232 min read
Tips for decorating a small, Halloween themed balcony
After a few years of living in a small, yet adorable apartment, I've found creative ways to incorporate seasonal decor in and around our...
artfullyalissa
Sep 3, 20232 min read
Easy tips to make a delicious Halloween caramel apple board
Nothing screams spooky season quite like caramel apples! With it officially September and a crisp chill hitting the New England air, I...
artfullyalissa
Apr 9, 20231 min read
Setting a charming green & white cabbage inspired Easter table
Hippity hop hop, Easter is on it's way! I fell in love with this gorgeous Williams Sonoma tablecloth, which borrows traditional Sicilian...
artfullyalissa
Feb 21, 20232 min read
Tips for hosting a St. Patrick's Day Irish whiskey and chocolate tasting
There's nothing more decadent than whiskey and chocolate! As I'm sure you've seen over the years on Artfully Alissa, I love St. Patrick's...
artfullyalissa
Dec 31, 20222 min read
Ring in the New Year with a delicious brunch
Who doesn't love brunch?! After a night of celebration, you'll want something delicious yet easy to make (especially if you have one too...
artfullyalissa
Dec 29, 20222 min read
Setting a glitz and glam champagne tower for New Year's Eve
To me, New Year's Eve is all about sparkles...it's the one time a year that it feels appropriate to go over the top with the glitz, glam...
artfullyalissa
Nov 13, 20223 min read
How to host an Elf inspired movie party for adults
Buddy the Elf, what's your favorite color?! One of my all time favorite Christmas movies is Elf and there's nothing better than spending...
artfullyalissa
Jul 8, 20222 min read
Summertime garden tea party with Fitz and Floyd
Growing up, we always loved enjoying our backyard for summer gatherings especially themed ones! Not only is our garden a beautiful...
artfullyalissa
Jul 5, 20221 min read
Patriotic ice cream bar
Stars, stripes and sprinkles! An ice cream bar will sweeten your patriotic celebration with red, white and blue toppings - the perfect...
artfullyalissa
Jun 7, 20221 min read
Juicy summer watermelon tablescape
Nothing screams summer like a delicious and juicy watermelon! Inspired by the vibrant pink and green hues, I wanted to bring an elegant...
artfullyalissa
May 4, 20222 min read
How to host a festive at-home Cinco de Mayo
There's nothing quite like a relaxing, at home date night on our balcony! For a festive Cinco de Mayo, we pulled out our colorful...
artfullyalissa
Mar 7, 20222 min read
Lucky O' the Irish Coffee bar
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a traditional Irish treat...Irish Coffee! On St. Patrick's Day, everyone is Irish, so why not sip on a...
artfullyalissa
Feb 6, 20223 min read
Galentine's Day bridal party brunch & wreath making
What better way to celebrate a beautiful bride than a Galentine's Day brunch?! I am so honored to be the Maid of Honor in my best...
artfullyalissa
Jan 10, 20222 min read
Snowy eggnog bar for a winter party
Baby it's cold outside!! This past weekend we had a snowstorm in New England, which created a gorgeous scene of trees covered in snow...
artfullyalissa
Dec 28, 20211 min read
Entertaining for New Year's Eve at Home
You can make any New Year's Eve celebration magical, even in the comfort of your home! All you need is delicious food, festive...
artfullyalissa
Dec 22, 20211 min read
Casual outdoor Christmas table setting
Just hear those sleigh bells jingling! While I usually set more formal table setting for Christmas, I was inspired by these adorable...
artfullyalissa
Jun 28, 20212 min read
How to host a patriotic themed Fourth of July party
Get ready to grab the sparklers and your favorite patriotic desserts because this summer we can officially celebrate in person with...
artfullyalissa
Apr 12, 20212 min read
A simple guide to elevating your lemonade stand
Nothing screams summer is on the way quite like a refreshing lemonade stand! When we were younger, almost every summer my sister and I...
artfullyalissa
Mar 27, 20212 min read
Simple baked egg Easter brunch inspiration
I've always had such fond memories of Easter brunch at my Aunt's house, where she would have delicious breakfast bites, mimosas and of...
artfullyalissa
Mar 14, 20212 min read
St. Patrick's Day pajama breakfast with shamrock pancakes
One of my all time favorite holidays is St. Patrick's Day! Growing up my parents always made it so special, especially with our green...
artfullyalissa
Feb 14, 20211 min read
Decadent Valentine's Day dessert table setup
Valentine's Day is always full of romantic suprises and of course, sweet treats! While celebrating at home this year, make sure you make...
artfullyalissa
Jan 12, 20212 min read
Après-ski inspired cozy backyard date
Snuggling up at home this winter is the perfect way to spend the colder months...especially for a fun adult snow day! With the tough...
artfullyalissa
Dec 29, 20201 min read
Elegant gold and red holiday table setting
With the swirl and excitement of the holidays, I'm a bit behind in sharing the beatiful table I set with my mom! Every Christmas we set...
artfullyalissa
Dec 29, 20202 min read
Festive silver New Year's Eve bubbly bar inspiration
It's time to celebrate the New Year with a glamorous bar setup worthy of a Great Gatsby inspired party! The shimmer of the silver...
artfullyalissa
Dec 12, 20203 min read
Nutcracker inspired peppermint land of sweets dessert tablescape
Some of my fondest memories growing up were my childhood years dancing in the Nutcracker. Our local dance school put on the Nutcracker...
artfullyalissa
Nov 23, 20201 min read
Elegant Thanksgiving apple cider bar
With Thanksgiving looking very different this year, I wanted to think of a way to make our smaller holiday still feel special. One idea...
artfullyalissa
Nov 12, 20201 min read
Vintage turkey inspired outdoor Thanksgiving tablescape
Cue the turkey! One of the most special elements of setting a holiday table is using favorite passed down family decor to channel the...
artfullyalissa
Oct 20, 20203 min read
Five tips for setting a spooktacular skeleton tablescape
Spooky scary skeletons! In just five simple steps you can recreate a spooktacular Halloween tablescape at home, creating a special...
artfullyalissa
Oct 13, 20202 min read
How to host an at home pumpkin carving gathering
Even though this year is very different, there are still ways to celebrate your favorite holidays...such as Halloween! One of the best...
artfullyalissa
Sep 14, 20201 min read
Kickoff football with backyard tailgating spread ideas!
Game day definitely looks different this year! Not only how football games are experienced in the stadium without fans, but also...
artfullyalissa
Aug 18, 20201 min read
Summer backyard picnic ideas
Picnics are truly enjoyable in the summer, especially in your own backyard! Taking in the last few weeks of summer it's hard to resist...
artfullyalissa
Jul 26, 20202 min read
Create a tropical pajama party with these easy steps
With extra time at home and travel restrictions in place around the world, you can still bring your favorite tropical destinations to...
artfullyalissa
Jul 3, 20202 min read
A whimsical backyard Fourth of July table
The Fourth of July is a truly nostalgic celebration filled with barbecues, beach visits, fireworks and celebrating the United States....
artfullyalissa
Jun 16, 20202 min read
Father's Day Bloody Mary Bar
As a classic and mysterious drink, the Bloody Mary has become a quintessential brunch spirit (or hangover cure) for cocktail fans. The...
artfullyalissa
Jun 7, 20201 min read
Tips for hosting an at home tea party fit for a royal
One of my fondest memories in London was enjoying afternoon tea at Fortnum & Mason, sipping a spot of tea and enjoying delicious bites....
artfullyalissa
May 25, 20202 min read
How to celebrate graduation while social distancing
Graduation season this year is definitely bitter sweet! For a very long time I was counting down the days when my sister would graduate...
artfullyalissa
May 4, 20201 min read
At home Cinco de Mayo celebration tips
I've always believed that you need to celebrate the little moments in life and while our day-to-day, milestones and holidays are...
artfullyalissa
Apr 7, 20202 min read
Charming Easter table setting featuring blue and white hues
Setting the table for Easter will certainly be different this year without extended family gathering around to celebrate. I'm fortunate...
artfullyalissa
Mar 17, 20202 min read
Tips and tricks for hosting a St. Patrick's Day celebration
Ever since I was a little girl St. Patrick's Day has always been a special celebration with friends and family. From leprechaun traps to...
artfullyalissa
Feb 6, 20202 min read
Easy steps for hosting a Galentine's Day craft party
Invite your BFFs over for a fun day of crafts and sweets! It's always important to celebrate the special ladies in your life, so what...
artfullyalissa
Dec 26, 20191 min read
New Year's Eve champagne tower tray
Can you believe 2020 is around the corner?! With the roaring 20s in full swing in the next few days, I wanted to set up a New Year's tray...
artfullyalissa
Dec 19, 20191 min read
Christmas sweets swap
Bring on the sweets! While I love a traditional cookie swap, I can never decide on what cookie to choose...too many yummy ones! One fun...
artfullyalissa
Oct 17, 20192 min read
How to throw a haunting Halloween party
Halloween is such a fun holiday to gather with friends! With frightful creativity, the sky is the limit when picking a theme and building...
artfullyalissa
Oct 3, 20192 min read
5 wine pairings with your favorite romantic comedies
One of the best things to do on a chilly fall night is curling up with a bottle of wine and watching romantic comedies! That's why I...
artfullyalissa
Sep 20, 20192 min read
Elevate your tailgate game with these easy tips
GO TEAM!! What better way to kick off football season than elevating your tailgate game?! Growing up in New England, I truly was spoiled...
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