This Sweet Half-Naked Cake Took The Show - How to Style A Tablescape Like A Professional - 6th in this series

This little Semi-Naked Cake was the hit of the show. See how I created this design.

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Easter Table Setting Using Everyday Portmeirion Botanic Garden Dishes

Easter is right around the corner and with the need for social distancing, I created a design using my everyday dishes to show that you can still have a beautiful tablescape and have fun putting it together.

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Creating Nosegays - How to Style A Tablescape Like A Professional - 5th in this series

“My French Garden”

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Incorporating Flowers into Your Table Design - How to Style A Tablescape Like A Professional - 4th in this series

“My French Garden”

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Creating a Color Pallet For Your Tablescape - How to Style A Tablescape Like A Professional - 3rd in this series

“My French Garden”

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Can We Talk Baby Nursery Wall Murals!

I love designing for a baby nursery. Adding extra special touches make all the difference in the world. They can make the space feel like you stepped into a room that is magical and tells a story.

Home and DecorMary Madore-HickeyFebruary 12, 2020how to hang a chandelier, how to choose a chandelier, chandelier, chandelier size, which chandelier size do I need, chandeliers over the table, diy chandelier, how to hang a light fixture, how to pick out a light fixture, wall murals, murals

My Easter Table - Sophisticated for Adults And Fun For Children

An Easter table can be both sophisticated and child friendly all at once.

Check out how I managed to do both without giving up the elegance I love.

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Designing with Layers - How to Style A Tablescape Like A Professional - 2nd in this series

You can learn how to design a table like a professional. I take you through layering and texturing my table in very east steps that won the most beautiful in a table charity competition amongst 36 other designers.

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Choosing A Design Theme For Your Tablescape - 1st in a series

“My French Garden” “Most Beautiful In Show”.

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Creating a Vignette: A Thoughtful Approach to Styling Small Moments

A vignette is one of the quiet ways a home reveals itself. This guide offers a thoughtful, approachable way to style small moments with balance, texture, and intention, so spaces feel lived-in and complete.

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Keep It Simple: An EASY Menu and Design Tips For Your Next Open House

Who has the time to make a great meal and entertain a large group of people at an event in your home? I know I don’t!

Here are a few tips on menu selection and some design tips from my years of experience as an event planner/stylist that will make it less stressful for you.

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New Year’s Eve Party Design Tips and Champagne Martini Recipe

New Year’s Eve is full of fun and celebrations. Here are a few design and planning tips for your party that will make your evening go smoothly. I also included a Champagne Martini that I love. Happy Entertaining!

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Turkey Tortellini Soup Using Thanksgiving Leftovers

What to do with Thanksgiving Leftovers! How about a nice robust soup that will get you through a cold New England evening?

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How To Set A Fall Harvest Table

I decided to create this harvest table knowing that I had guests coming and wanted to do something different. I chose to work with elements and colors that come from nature.

Gather with IntentionMary Madore-HickeyOctober 30, 2019entertaining, how to hang a chandelier, how to choose a chandelier, chandelier, chandelier size, which chandelier size do I need, chandeliers over the table, diy chandelier, how to hang a light fixture, how to pick out a light fixture, Kitchen remodeling, kitchen upgrade, how to host a sitdown dinner, how to set a table, how to set a dinner table, how to design a fall tableComment

Creating a Backyard Picnic for Guests

There is nothing more enchanting and inviting than an intimate backyard picnic with friends. Although casual, this gathering can be beautifully created using gorgeous crystal, garden flowers and seasonal summertime wine.

Gather with IntentionMary Madore-HickeySeptember 11, 2019liechtenstein, journeys through europe, communicating, how to communicate to each other, love one another, travel blogComment

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“My French Garden”

You can learn how to design a table like a professional. I take you through layering and texturing my table in very east steps that won the most beautiful in a table charity competition amongst 36 other designers.