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12.21.2011

DIY Ice Cooler


I hope everyone is enjoying a wonderful holiday season!  I feel like it's just starting for me.  Last week, I was involved in producing an international government conference for the new Republic of South Sudan; hence, the lack of posts.  But this week I'm back in action to share a fun and festive idea for your Christmas Eve or Christmas Day brunch, dinner or open house - a do-it-yourself ice cooler that will look fabulous on your bar.

I made the ice cooler above for my first photo shoot at the beginning of October!  It was a gift-wrapping party and the article was just published in the holiday issue of I Am Modern magazine (yes, I'm so excited!).

Here are the instructions for making the ice cooler.

Cut off the tops of two plastic soda bottles (1L and 2L)
Place the smaller bottle inside the larger bottle
Pour water between the two bottles, and add colorful garnish like cranberries and rosemary
Freeze overnight
Carefully remove the bottles and place the ice cooler in a bowl; I used a trufle bowl filled with more cranberries

For more 'posh in a pinch' holiday party inspiration from this photo shoot, please read my December issue of party possibilities; I've included a lot more photos, courtesy of my friend, Audrey!

Best wishes for a wonderful holiday celebration!

2.02.2011

Dinner Party Chatter

Going to a dinner party, or better, hosting a dinner party this weekend?  Wondering what to talk about?  Listen to the Dinner Party Download on American Public Radio!

The Dinner Party Download is a weekly podcast of current news, jokes and trivial tidbits of information to start the conversation!  I discovered this entertaining gem in the current issue of Better Homes and Gardens magazine and sampled a podcast this afternoon.  It's a little silly and kind of raw but the concept is genius!  Give it a try and let me know what you think.

Need more dinner party inspiration?  Read my article, Get Party Organized in 2011, a room-by-room list of practical tips for preparing for a party.  It's my first article and I'm super excited!  Thanks to Val at I Am Modern for selecting my submission and supporting me!