Happy New Year! 2016 is here and I'm ready to get started in helping you plan your elegant wedding with unique crafty ideas.

If my Top 9 posts on Instagram are any indication of what is loved the most - it's pink, it's red and it's definitely weddings with elegance and unique ideas. Let's kick off the new year with a look back at my Top 9 most liked posts on Instagram in 2015. And, if you aren't already, please click here to follow me on Instagram for "elegant weddings + unique crafts". PS: If you're a wedding pro - please tag your photos with #bwbfinds and you could be shared on my instagram feed :)

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Photo Credits:
Pink Decorative Cake Balls from Layara Cakes
Festive Holiday Drink from a styled shoot with Eight Tree Street / Evelyn Alas Photography
Red Wedding Dress photo by Jenni Grace Photo
Outdoor Wedding Tablescape from Golden Picture / Anoush Catering / Chic Sparkle Weddings
Fox Wedding Cake Toppers from Bonjour Poupette
Bride Teacup and Saucer from Velvet Crown Design
Gingerbread House Cookie Mug Toppers by Anthropologie
Diamond Ring Cocktail Stirrer from Jenn and Jules Designs
Pink Southern Fairytale Wedding from Pasha Belman Photography

When it comes to holiday weddings + parties, having special treats is a fun way to celebrate with your guests. Today, I have some sweet ideas to share with you and you can still receive your order in time for the holidays {even with standard shipping}.

First up is Eleni's New York - they are famous for their custom hand-iced Conversation Cookies™. With each cookie being slightly crisp, not too sweet and intricately hand-decorated - they are the perfect dessert or party favor for every occasion. Eleni's is nut free and kosher too. Here's a fun sampling of their holiday collections including the perfect personalized cookie for New Year's Eve.

If you use the exclusive coupon code BRENDASBLOG when you checkout at Elenis - you will save 10% on your order.
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Next up is the set of 2 Home Sweet Home Mug Toppers. Your guests will love being presented their hot chocolate with a cute cookie house perched on the edge of their mug.

And, since ice cream is perfect all year round - how about serving the Ultimate Holiday Ice Cream Collection from eCreamery? The scrumptious flavors include: Peppermint Mocha Ice Cream with Cookie Crunch & Fudge Swirls {top left}, Chocolate Hazelnut Ice Cream, Eggnog Ice Cream, Double Vanilla Bean Ice Cream with Cashew Brittle, Sea Salt Caramel Sundae - Brownie Bites & Swirls of Fudge and Caramel {top right}, Gingerbread Cookie Swirl Ice Cream {bottom left}, Cinnamon Ice Cream, and Candy Cane Ice Cream {bottom right}.

What ice cream flavor is calling your name?

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My Holiday Wedding Gift Guide is one you won't want to miss as it's filled with gifts for the bride and groom, the groomsmen {see, the guys aren't forgotten in this guide}, the bridesmaids, and even your flower girl. Of course, each gift can also be for anyone on your list this holiday season. Today, the spotlight is on Nicole of Chandeliers by NK. She's the designer behind the chic wedding and party décor that is re-usable, modern and glamorous. Her Acrylic Chandeliers are perfect for events of all kinds - anywhere you need a bit of chic décor. These chandeliers effortlessly blur the lines between modern and glamorous. After your event, you can easily use the chandeliers in your home decor for instant glamour. Chandeliers are available in Hot Pink, Turquoise and Limited Edition Mirror finish.

What is Your Favorite Color of Acrylic Chandelier?
{white, shimmery black, turquoise or hot pink?}

Restaurantware {a proud member of my wedding vendor guide} sponsored this post and provided their products for use. All ideas, opinions and photos are 100% my own.

Whether you are planning an engagement party, a bridal shower, a bachelorette party, a wedding, or a party for any celebration - serving food in stylish and unexpected ways is a great way to surprise your guests. It's also a fun way for conversations to get started. I love thinking outside the box when it comes to parties and food. Today, I am sharing with you some stylish food presentation ideas for your next party that I've come up with thanks to the amazing items that are available from Restaurantware {your source for eco-friendly tableware}. I want to know what your favorite food presentation idea is - please share in the comments and let me know what party you have in the works.

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Serve your Snacks in Style with Bamboo Cones

Let your guests grab a bamboo cone and snack away - perfect for cocktail parties. Fill them with whatever you choose {here I used blueberries, pretzels and potato chips} and you can either place them in a cone holder or a cute little pail like this one works perfectly too.

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Citrus Place Cards with Paper Straws

Place cards are always best when they serve a purpose. This is a fun way for each guest to add a slice of lime or lemon to their drinks. Simply attach a clip art image of a lemon or lime slice with the guests name attached to a paper straw that is inserted into a fresh lemon or lime. The guest can then slice their very own lime or lemon for their drink{s}.

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Watermelon with Pearl Topped Toothpicks

Surprise your guests with a super fancy fruit treat held together with pearl topped toothpicks. Makes a super elegant display {my daughter said it looked like the watermelon was ready for a fancy tea party}.

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Sweet Treats For Party Guests in Paper Goodie Bags

Surprise your guests with a sweet treat goodie bag to go home with. A cute little way to close the bag is with a folded paper doily, a little fruit clip art image on paper with a clothespin holding it all together.

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Yogurt Smoothies are Fun in Mason Jars with Paper Straws

I love how you can get paper straws to match any color palette and there's so many patterns to choose from too - stripes, zig zags, spirals and polka dots. Simply make some yougurt smoothies {or buy them pre-made} and layer them into mini mason jars - top with a fancy lid and add a paper straw. It's the fancy way to enjoy your smoothie :)

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Pearl Topped Fruit Skewers

A super pretty way to serve fruit at any party - simply add the fruit of your choice {in any pattern} onto the pearl topped toothpicks and wow your guests.

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Candy Favors in Mini Mason Jars

Anything can be placed in these adorable mini mason jars - but I always think candy in the party colors is a great way to greet your guest at their place setting. A fun way to finish off the candy favor is with some twine and a hand-stamped thank you tag with some sequins glued on. I also painted an ombré watercolor background on the tag.

What was your favorite food presentation idea?
Please share in the comments Below . . .

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serving food in stylish and unexpected ways is a great way to surprise your guests

This 4th of July, instead of celebrating in red, white and blue - you can celebrate in green. Not only will you be saving money, you will also be able to celebrate your next party with stylish eco-friendly tableware at 10% off. Simply visit Restaurantware and use my exclusive coupon code BRENDABLOG10 to save 10% on your purchase. Wishing all of my readers a wonderful holiday weekend. I'll be taking Monday off, but I'll be back here on Wednesday morning with something that's fun and free.

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