Designing and planning a milestone birthday party is always a fun endeavor, but doing so in the charming town of Round Top, Texas, with an antique-filled country chic theme was truly a delight. I had the pleasure of crafting this unique celebration for a client who wanted to blend rustic charm with elegant vintage touches. From selecting the perfect venue to curating antique decor, every detail was thoughtfully planned to create an unforgettable experience. Read on to see how we set it all up! Welcome The first thing we did was set up a large white tent to host the party under. This pro ..read more

  Photography by: Aurelia Baca Photography As an event designer, I take pride in crafting memorable experiences that resonate with my clients. Recently, I had the pleasure of designing a special evening for a couple celebrating an anniversary milestone. Set under a canopy of the gorgeous tree they originally got married under, this intimate dinner for two combined a modern style with vintage touches, transforming a beautiful outdoor space into a romantic haven. Join me as I share the inspiration, details, and unique elements that made this celebration truly unforgettable. Furniture I want ..read more

  Photography by Chris Lammert Recently I posted one of my favorite Spring celebrations we’ve ever done - this amazing “Hoppy Easter'“ Bunny-Themed Easter Party. Now, I’m excited to share some of the fun activities we planned for that spring soiree! These ideas include activities for both children and adults. I hope you’ll be inspired for your own entertaining celebrations! Inflatable Play Areas One of the easiest ways to keep kids entertained is with inflatable play areas. But don’t feel limited to the typical bounce houses of your childhood - many places offer a variety of amazing infl ..read more

  Photography by Chris Lammert Easter is right around the corner, and I’m so “egg-cited” to finally spill the “jellybeans” about this amazing “Hoppy Easter” Bunny-themed Easter Party we set up last year! This party was all about bunnies, blooms, and festive Easter delights. Read on to see how we transformed a yard into an Easter wonderland, complete with charming decorations, mouthwatering desserts, delectable food and drinks, cozy lounge areas, and a photo booth ready to capture the joyous moments. P.S. Keep an eye out for the next blog post about all of the fun Easter activities we pla ..read more

  Photography by Christianna Bettis Photography When I was approached by a client who wanted to throw her husband, Josh, a sweet 50th Surprise Birthday Party, I was excited to challenge myself to think outside of the traditional masculine party box. I have done many parties for men with the more traditional black, rustic vibe (check out my popular “Aged to Perfection” 40th Birthday Party for example), and they are all great. But I loved that this cute couple seemed open to a new take on masculine. It allowed me to do a fun and modern blue and yellow color scheme with lush florals that ma ..read more

  Have you seen the Barbie movie yet?! When I was contacted by a client to help her throw a party for the Barbie Premier, to say I was excited is an understatement! This client had invited friends to the Ipic movie theater here in Austin for a private viewing party, and I couldn’t wait to transform the theater into a space where the movie could come to life, and where every corner reflects the whimsical universe of Barbie herself. Read on for all the details on how we set it all up to transport guests into a realm where fantasy meets reality. Pink Carpet Entrance The first thing we did wa ..read more

  Photography by Candi Noble Photography Are you ready to saddle up for a delightful and whimsical celebration? Look no further! I recently created the perfect setting for an unforgettable birthday party that combines the charm of rustic aesthetics with the enchantment of ponies for one of my clients. Read on to see how I set up this Pony-Themed Birthday Party Picnic! Welcome First, I set up a welcome sign near the entrance to my client’s yard. The sign featured the guest of honor’s name, as well as a graphic of a pretty pony and gorgeous floral details in shades of pink. It was set on a ..read more

  Photography by Candi Noble When Harry’s parents reached out to me to help them plan and design “The Greatest Harry”’s Circus-Themed first birthday party, I was impressed by their attention to detail and how important it was to them to create an experience for their guests! I knew then that this was going to be a fun celebration to set up - and I wasn’t wrong. Read on to see all the details of this whimsical and playful Circus Party. Welcome Area Keeping the color scheme simple, yet bright, made the entire party feel cohesive. We went with a primary color scheme - red, yellow, and blue ..read more

Photography by Laura Morsman With Shark Week coming up in a couple weeks, I thought it’d be a good time to share a recent Shark-themed party I styled for an adorable little one-year-old, Isaac. However, this shark party has a fun twist - Isaac’s parents requested a Shark TANK theme! The TV show where guests pitch their entrepreneurial ideas to the “sharks” in the hopes of getting a business investment turned out to be a really fun, unique and creative first birthday party theme. Read on to see how I set it all up! Welcome The first thing we set up was a Welcome area to greet guests. Because it ..read more

During the last holiday season, in the midst of a particularly crazy year, the MINT Event Design team began offering holiday decorating services. It began as a way to spread a bit more cheer and help some existing event clients with turning their homes into the magical and comforting Christmas scenes of their dreams - however, I loved doing it so much, I decided to continue to offer it as a service moving forward! I’m thrilled to share this Farmhouse Style Christmas Porch and Patio Decor from last year with you for your own inspiration, but if you are in the Austin area (or know anyone who is ..read more