Pretend Party: Father's Day BBQ

How about spending a Sunday afternoon with family enjoying some barbecued ribs and all the tasty sides that go along with them? And because dad deserves the best: cookie ice cream sandwiches for dessert. Now that's how you make a guy feel special.

[found here: ribs; baked beans; stuffed tomatoes; mac and cheese; bbq sauce trio; gingham tablecloth; succulent arrangement; spiked Arnold Palmer; chocolate chip ice cream sandwiches; butcher block]

Pretend Party: Mother's Day Tea

I've always loved a good tea party (all those tasty carbs), so I think it's the perfect way to celebrate the ladies in your life -- girly, nostalgic and involving multiple desserts.

[found here: raspberry and cream cake; teapot; radish tea sandwiches; dessert plates; mini strawberry scones; cherry blossom tea; colored sugar; cup and saucer; hibiscus mint iced tea; flower cookie set]

Pretend Party: Easter Lunch

After singing some of my favorite classic hymns at church ("He liiiives within my heart!"), there's nothing I like more than gathering around the table for a spring-inspired lunch, involving lots of items of the egg-variety and a few sweets. Here's some Easter inspiration for your table if you're on the hunt.

[found here: dried flowers; elderflower cordial; beet-pickled deviled eggs; placemats; Easter bread; lamb chops; pasta and peas; animal plates; lemon cake; tray; chocolate mushrooms]

Pretend Party: Winter Warmth

My favorite thing about winter is that it encourages cozy nights at home with comfort food, mugs full of cocoa and board games while the fireplace or TV yule log is aglow. That's a perfect night to me.

[found here: textured mugs; marshmallows; hot chocolate pot; votives; flannel blanket; winter wreath; bean and chicken sausage stew; Scrabble; bonfire log; warm chocolate puddings]

Pretend Party: Thanksgiving Dinner

I'm not hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year, but if I were (and if I could justify purchasing a gravy boat), it would hopefully look a little something like this. Mini marshmallow-covered sweet potatoes not pictured.

[spotted here: garland; English apple presse; salad plate; napkins; gravy boat; salt and pepper shakers; copper flatware; pie pan; candles]

Pretend Party: Fall Picnic

Picnics and fall go together like me and maple candy. Here's a little inspiration should you decide to pack up a picnic basket and lay your blanket over the crunchy leaves.

[found here: picnic basket; pressed sandwiches; hard cider; plaid blanket; cheese; picnic utensils; maple candy; oatmeal cookies; vintage thermoses]

Pretend Party: Peach Perfect

A peach-themed party would be great for a birthday, a baby shower, a farewell to summer or a way to celebrate your favorite Georgian. You get a lovely, warm color palette, sweet and savory menu possibilities, and little jars of peachy goodness would make a perfect party favor.

[found here: pinata; peach tea punch; straws; tomato basil peach skewers; peach frozen yogurt; peach butter; fruit crate; individual peach cobblers; tablecloth]

Pretend Party: Ice Cream Tasting

I'm not planning on throwing an ice cream tasting party this summer, but if I were, it would look a little something like this. All you need are some tasty toppings, cute utensils and an assortment of your favorite ice creams, bought or homemade. (Chocolate chocolate chunk not pictured.)

[found here: ice cream cone holder; Coop's hot fudge; maraschino cherries; whipped cream dispenser; cups; chocolate sprinkles; wooden spoons; Fran's caramel sauce; ice cream scoop; ice cream cone garland]