Love is in the air and we are gearing up for Valentine’s Day at McAlister-Leftwich House! Here’s why we love Valentine’s Day: no matter who you’re celebrating with, friends, family, significant others, children… you get to celebrate your love for others on this special day! To do that, why not have a delicious drink in […]

We love winter weddings! Although they aren’t the most popular options among brides & grooms, we think they are just as beautiful and versatile. The color schemes, the florals, the warm details that you can add just make for the perfect day.  Here is a styled shoot that was created by a dream team of […]

When it comes to gift giving, it’s always exciting to see the recipients face when they open their gift. As a gift giver, it’s also fun to make sure the gift feels extra special and magical when it’s wrapped with love. Today, we’re going to show you a ‘how to’ on hand-painted gift wrap and […]

We’re here today to give you the most delicious cocktail recipe for this Thanksgiving. Your family and friends are sure to love it! We’re calling this drink The McAlister because the McAlister House gives a warm feeling and welcomes you in every room you’re in! We hope you enjoy this festive fall drink! Today I’m […]

Our popular artisan market is back! This time, with a holiday twist! Come shop, sip, and enjoy the start of the holiday season. Below are our incredible vendors who will be there for you to shop from! Carolina Dandy//Embroidered Linens and Gifts Looking for something sweet to gift someone this holiday season? Look no further! […]

Although October seems to be a great month to host a Murder Mystery Dinner Party with Halloween on the horizon, celebrating is a year round activity! November is also a great time because you’re already hosting loved ones! Try putting a twist on it! I’m going to share the “how-to” post for Murder Mystery parties! […]

Today, we’re bringing back one of our most spooky posts: Spooky Spider Halloween Decor! When decorating for Halloween, we like to keep it simple, yet impactful. That’s why when we saw these massive black spiders, we knew we had found the perfect thing for this spooky season! They are from Amazon (shop below!) and we […]

When it comes to decorating for the holidays, there are certainly things I like to take care of myself, but there are also things I want to get my kids involved with! Last year, we hosted a pumpkin painting party for my oldest two and their buddies. It got me thinking: what if my daughter […]

There aren’t many parties or gatherings I host that don’t include a charcuterie board of some kind or another. They are quite simple to create, utilizing a few key categories, but they give the appearance of abundance and thoughtfulness. When people come over for any occasion, it’s nice to have something for them to snack […]

Mimosa bars are a detail that can easily add color, personality, and (of course) champagne to your event! Bridal showers, luncheons, or just a get together with friends can be elevated by the presence of juice, fruit and bubbles. Simple as that! After having designed dozens of mimosa bars, I’m here to share the must-haves […]