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Christmas with the Angels

theprepinpink / January 12, 2016 / Comments

Once a year, each of the Angels ‘fly’ in from all over to gather at our family home on the lake. It is the best time of the year because not only do I receive presents, but most importantly I get their presence!

Speaking of presents, here’s a peek of our stock pile before all of the unwrapping madness began.

I have been blessed with so many great gifts this year. Santa has stopped by some of my favorite stores, from Victoria’s Secret and to Lilly Pulitzer to Jack Rogers and more.

My top present picks are: Rose Gold Iphone 6s, Lilly Pulitzer Vest, Jack Rogers Sparkle Sandals, Tone It Up Bundle, and my Victoria’s Secret Silk Pajamas.

Aside from all the goodies, the biggest treat is truly spending time with friends and family. Not only do we get to gather here at home, but we will also be traveling to Miami for New Years! Stay tuned for our next trip…

Family and Friendsgiving

theprepinpink / December 23, 2015 / Comments

This year I am thankful I was able to spend Thanksgiving with both friends and family, and have some seriously fabulous food.

The Palm Avenue ladies and I hosted our first ‘Friendsgiving’ and I must say, we were beyond proud of our holiday spread. This was also my first time tracking down a turkey, but after all the trouble, it certainly made a great centerpiece. Each girl brought their best traditional dish to the table, from hush puppy stuffing to momma’s mac and cheese.

Just when I thought we were all stuffed, there was still just a smidgen of space for dessert. Of course I had to make my famous Pilgrim Hat Cookies, a festive reincarnation of the with hat cookies featured in my previous posts.

The best part had to be spending the holiday with my fabulous family. My Gramie hosted the gathering at her house in my hometown of Rock Hill, and we all left with full hearts and full bellies!

Hostesses: Kristen Kutchey and Peggy Angel Pilgrim Hat Cookies: The Prep In Pink

Palm Avenue Pumpkin Party

theprepinpink / December 13, 2015 / Comments

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Ghouls Night

When it comes to party planning, I’m more so known as the partier than the planner. When my boss handed me the hostess hat, I have to say I was a little intimidated but with a little pinteresting and tips from my Lilly ladies, my party soon came to life! From frightening to festive, follow me through my Pumpkin Party prep.

After a massive rush to clean the clutter, I pulled down my best spooky décor and got to work. I also turned down the bright lights and turned up the mood lamps for a more eerie effect.

As I am still working on my cooking skills, I saved time and struggle by picking up a Zaxbys platter for the girls, a southern favorite for a low- key gathering. For dessert, I used my mom’s classic Witch Hat Cookie recipe, which is now a pinterest phenomenon! (Stay tuned for the easy recipe on my next post.)

Hangin With My Witches
As far as tools go, I recommend printing out a few easy templates (not a double flamingo like mine, it will take you a lot of work.. and wine!) and grab a few carving kits to share. If carving isn’t your thing, just add paint or glitter for more fab effects!

To keep the party festive and fun, I got my girlies to don cat ears, and gave them goblets for their wine to pass the time. To leave a sweet taste with your partygoers, pack them a great goody bags to go, filled with Halloween fun. Don’t hesitate to get inspired by my ideas and make them your own. Hopefully with a few of my tips, you too can become the hostess with the mostess.

Pumpkin Favors: Michael’s Decor and Party Favors: Target Scull Goblet: Party City

First photo featured taken by: Brooke Wanex Following photos taken by: The Prep In Pink

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Candy Coated Pretzel Sticks

theprepinpink / December 12, 2015 / Comments

Craving a sugary snack for your girly get together but you aren’t the Betty Crocker of the bunch? Well look no further, because I’ve got the recipe for you! Here I have highlighted one of the sweet treats from our Flamingle Party, featured in our last post. I cant say cooking is my strong suit, so when I came across this simple microwave party snack, I couldn’t resist!

What You Will Need:
1 Bag of Large Pretzel Sticks
1 Shaker of Fine Pink Sprinkles
1 Bag of White Chocolate Candy Melts
Wax Paper laid across Cookie Sheet/ Pan
2 Bowls
Spoon

Simple Steps:
Pour bag of candy melts in a bowl
Microwave bowl at 30 second intervals then stir
Repeat until chocolate is mostly liquid
Dip 1/3 of the pretzel into the chocolate and shake off any excess from the tip
While wet, quickly roll the tip into a bowl of sprinkles
Lay each finished pretzel on the wax paper sheet to cool and harden
Smile and enjoy!

Candies: Hobby Lobby Pretzels: Kroger

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Let’s Flamingle! Moon & Lola XX Bourbon & Boweties Collaboration Launch Party

theprepinpink / December 9, 2015 / Comments

I had an absolute blast at the Moon & Lola XX Bourbon & Boweties event at Palm Avenue Savannah. The setting of pink flamingos and posh pillows beneath a trendy teepee was more than inviting at the entrance of our shop. The girls and I cooked up some chic snacks from miniature cupcakes to my homemade pink pretzels (recipe coming soon!)

Most importantly I had the privilege to spend the day with the fabulous founders of Moon & Lola (Kelly Shatat) and Bourbon & Boweties (Carley Ochs). I was so inspired by their stories of starting out, and it reassured me that my dream of having my own jewelry company wasn’t out of reach.

The event was ultimately a celebration of the two companies partnering up to create the most crave-worthy arm candy collection. This fab collab is the perfect marriage of M&L’s personalized acrylic and B&B’s wire-wrapped wrist candy. I cant wait to see what these glam gals come up with next!

Dress: Lilly Pulitzer Janice Shift Shoes: Jack Rogers Bangles: Moon & Lola

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