Cinco Style

I know it's only April, but May is full of some of my favorite celebrations, and it's never to early to start planning. One of these celebrations is Cinco de Mayo. I mainly use it as an excuse to drink margaritas and eat way too much Mexican food. It's kinda my favorite. Plus there are festive dresses, pinatas, and tons of bright color. In the latest issue of LPF Mag, I shared fun Cinco de Mayo brunch. It can easily be translated though to any Cinco celebration. Instead of mini pinatas decorating the table, hang giant ones from the ceiling filled with traditional candies. Adorn glasses with mustache stickers to designate glasses as opposed to escort cards. Drape colorful fabric to form a photo booth back drop full of fun for all. One thing you don't have to transform though, the build your own margarita bar. It's a party must!

What are your plans for Cinco de Mayo? Will you head out to a Mexican restaurant or bring the celebration home?

Fall Vows

With the change of seasons upon us, I've been feeling crazy inspired. While that can be a very good thing, it has me feeling all over the board. Getting excited about everything that fall and fall gatherings can bring leaves me longing for a bit of focus. So, today I am taking the time to focus it all into one post. While the list is not extensive, I have gathered some of my favorite ideas as my blogging promise to you. Over the course of this season, I vow to give you tutorials on all of the following, amongst other things.

I love to hear from you too! Are you feeling especially inspired by something and don't know how to quite make it happen? Let me know and I'll do it for you. Feel free to comment here, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, it doesn't matter. After all, I want Events Uncorked to be relateable and a source of inspiration for you!

Have a great Wednesday!

Fiesta Time

Put away the bourbon, it's time to transition our Derby Party into a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta! I was born to drink margaritas so, trust me, we are going to plan the best fiesta in the time it takes for you to read (and me to write) this post. Here it goes. Start by clearing your table and house of all racing paraphernalia. Pack away the Julep mugs and unpack the margarita glasses. Create fringe streamers by taping together half sheets of tissue paper and cutting slits about half way up. Layer them on one wall behind a tequila and margarita bar to draw focus to one area. Hang a pinata full of margarita accessories like mini bottles of tequila, limes, and small sweet n' sour mixes. Treat guests to sombreros and maracas for a night of fun. Want to throw the ultimate celebration? Hire a mariachi band to serenade guests. The key to throw the perfect Cinco do Mayo party is lots of color. It's one thing you can't be afraid of on this holiday. The more beautiful bright shades you mix the better. Complete the siesta with a taco bar and a vibrant outfit to party into the night!