Decorate with Silk Graffiti by Aubrie Costello

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I am always looking for fun and fresh ideas for home and event decor.  Silk Graffiti is both fresh and fun! Before meeting installation artist, Aubrie Costello , at the HyLo Boutique  “Treat Your Holiday Senses” event last week,  I had never heard or seen silk used in such a unique way! [Read more...]

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{Local Love} Christmas Village in Philadelphia

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One of the highlights of the holiday season in Philadelphia is Christmas Village. Every year from Black Friday right up to Christmas Eve the city sets out to recreate a German Christmas village right around City Hall. This year the village was moved across the street to Love Park and is just as spectacular! [Read more...]

CGE’s Top Picks: Lady GaGa’s Workshop at Barney’s

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The winter holiday season has kicked off and we are so excited about upcoming gatherings, parties and… SHOPPING!!

This year Barney’s New York has asked the ever evolving and always entertaining Lady GaGa to design a line of exclusive gifts and treats for the holiday season.  If you know Lady G., you know she does nothing ordinary and we LOVE it!! Here are a few of our favorite picks from GaGa’s Workshop for gift giving.

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{DIY Project of the Week} Ruffled Party Streamers

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As promised in this week’s Weekly Inspiration post, here is the tutorial for those adorable streamers. [Read more...]

{Weekly Inspiration} Ruffles, Pleats and Tufts

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I don’t believe there is anything that expresses the idea of femininity the way ruffles, pleats and tufts do.  Just think of the prettiest dresses, hair bows and even socks for little girls: they are full of ruffles!! Pleats add a preppy look that most would consider “school girl chic”. Tufts are commonly seen on furniture and bring a level of elegance that is unparallelled. There are tons of ways to include ruffles, pleats and tufts into your home, event decor and even DESSERT! [Read more...]

{DIY Project of the Week} Rustic Roundup

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This week on The Tulle Box we are taking “The Rustic Route”.  We found an awesome DIY project to share that may just be the easiest DIY that we have ever posted! [Read more...]

{Weekly Inspiration} The Rustic Route

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Fall is well under way, and Mother Nature has her hands full with an early snowfall. It was breathtaking to look out at the freshly fallen snow, covering the fallen tree branches on the ground. Taking in this scene, brought to mind so many ideas for adding rustic elements to parties, home decor, etc. [Read more...]

{CGE Top 3} Things That Make Us Go Whoot!

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So far this week we’ve posted ways to incorporate this Fall’s biggest trend, owls, into your next celebration, dinner party and even your little one’s Halloween costume.  We are sure that after checking out our top 3 “Things That Make Us Go Whoot” you are sure to be on board! [Read more...]

{DIY Project of the Week} Owl Costume

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Halloween is coming up this weekend! Have you selected a costume for your little one? I remember while growing up my mother or auntie would make costumes for my brother and I by hand or sewing machine ( I still have my Diana Ross gown to this day).  Hand made costumes are unique and special because they are made with love; and this little owl costume from AlphaMom.com is no different! [Read more...]

{Weekly Inspiration} Owls are a Hoot of a Theme

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FALL is here and it’s the perfect season for an owl themed party.   Leaves are turning beautiful browns, outstanding oranges and radiant reds, what a great backdrop for fall entertaining.  [Read more...]