It’s the first Friday of the month, and that means another episode of TGIDIYFriday is here! Today you can find me over at hi, friend sharing all the goods from my BBQ Bash this past weekend. hi, friend and I have put our heads together to create a free, downloadable summer BBQ bash kit – just print, create and party ’til the sun goes down.

We’ve included three pieces in our summer BBQ party kit - an invitation, strawberry lemonade labels, and s’more labels as well. I gave these BBQ goods a test run last weekend (see photos of my backyard party here), and it was so fun to add a few DIY projects into the mix.

Hop on over to hi, friend to download the lovely BBQ items and don’t forget to check out my step-by-step tutorials while you are there.

Ready, set, create! And start making your guest list – nothing beats a backyard BBQ in the sunshine:).

Have a happy weekend, friends!

Morning, friends!

This weekend I had the opportunity to celebrate one of my dearest friends, Katie Jane. She’s a gal that truly lights up a room with her smile and energy and she’s going to make the most stunning bride come July. I’m over the moon excited for her big day, especially because Katie has impeccable style and pays attention to the smallest of details. I’ll be sure to recap her wedding with you, but for now, here’s a look into the shower we threw for her on Saturday. Katie simply steals the show – see for yourself…

the invite…

the katie + jeremy celebration banner…

the yummy yellow candy…

the dessert table…

pretty katie jane… 

dear friends…

The food table centerpiece…

the grey straws  and personalized napkins - two of my personal favorite details!

no brunch is complete without Portland’s iconic Stumptown Coffee…

and no party is complete without cupcakes!

many great gifts were opened…

me with the bride-to-be (and her bow bouquet!)…

And there you have it…a few snapshots from our little shin-dig this weekend. Can you tell her wedding colors are yellow and grey? LOVE! It was such a treat to celebrate you, Katie. I am so incredibly honored to stand by your side in only a few short months. Let the festivities begin!

P.S. Want to know where we sourced out any of the above goodies? Just ask in the comment section and I’ll dish the details:).

Ever since I was itty bitty, I’ve loved drinking out of straws. Call me quirky, but it’s the truth. Given my love for straws, accessories and all things party-related, these straws are a staple around here. They make an everyday drink, not-so-everyday.

Via Shop Sweet Lulu

Via The Sweetest Occasion

Via The Sweetest Occasion

And they add so much to a table setting too…

Via 100 Layer Cake

And where can you order striped straws at a reasonable cost? So many places! Check out these online retailers for colors/prices:

• Shop Sweet Lulu

• Garnish

• Brilliant Bash

You can bet your bum I’m including these fun straws in my next tablescape! Three cheers for the weekend…bring it on.