Pepper Design Blog

DIY: Vibrant Party Tissue Poms

Here’s an easy, DIY idea for your next get-together: Tissue Poms! These are not only easy to make, but they’re super cute and very customizable for your next event. Consider the tissue paper colors and patterns available today! I love the idea of these hanging in clusters with paper lanterns over tables, under trees full of twinkle lights, through doorways or from chandeliers, swinging above a dance floor, covering a table as a quick centerpiece, or decorating a candy bar to add color and flare. Poms can be used as napkin rings, on top of favor boxes or fluffed as mini flowers for a modern arrangement. Consider the possibilities! Find a quick How-To and more great inspiration after the jump! Read more »

Bright Summer Colors for a Labor Day BBQ!

September is here and summer is coming to a close… but the weather has never been more perfect for an outdoor, hot-summer’s-day BBQ! For a bit of inspiration, check out this great Orange, Pink & Red theme by Better Homes & Gardens. Colorful melamine plates and paper lanterns — ribbon adorned cups, pitchers and seat cushions — checkered table cloths and matching napkins! Get creative and incorporate any color scheme that you love, it’s easy to set the atmosphere and bring cohesion into a lively party through colors and patterns. And as always, it’s all about the details!

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Paper Lanterns… Oh the Possibilities

I adore paper lanterns! They always add that extra pop and pizazz to your festivities and can be found in a variety of colors, shapes and sizes. While there are SO many ideas for altering, creating, adding to and working with paper lanterns, here is a quick look at some of the great designs available — I hope it inspires your next event! Follow the link for where to buy. Read more »