Outdoor Saturday: Vintage Christmas Yard Sign

It just isn't Christmas at the Heros home until Frosty graces the front yard at my parents'  with his presence. Our vintage Frosty sign has been our signature Christmas piece since I was a child. I love that my parents still put him in the front yard - I think he looks pretty good for being nearly 30 years old (and never repainted!) My favorite Christmas ornaments and decor are always the pieces we have had the longest - I remember decorating the house every year with my family. We love Christmas - it has always been our family's favorite holiday! Probably the main reason that it is our favorite time of year is that it is when we spend the most time together - Southern Hostesses love to spend time with family during the holidays. Is there anything better?!

Party Friday: Custom Wine Labels

Photo Credit: Nancy Nikko, Etsy

These custom wine labels by Nancy Nikko are so much fun for the Southern Hostess who loves a monogram. And who doesn't?! I love the labels with the first names too - I found them when I was browsing on Etsy. These would be fun for an anniversary, rehearsal dinner, or a wedding! Sometimes we love a certain bottle of wine, but not the label so this is a great way to disguise it. These labels would also make a great gift- there are lots of wonderful items on Etsy, so check it out when you have the time!

Southern Thursday: Jan Sevadjian Bridal Book

When it comes to planning a Southern wedding, Southern Hostesses must remember to order their bridal books! Jan Sevadjian customizes the most beautiful books with gorgeous interior pages to hold your photographs, invitations, gifts, and guest names. I ordered mine from The Stovall Collection in Memphis and picked it up last week! This is my future monogram - very exciting! My married friends laugh about how they never filled theirs out but I have already started on mine (of course), adding my Save the Date and Engagement Party invitation! Jan Sevadjian, based out of Dallas, also customizes gorgeous baby books, guest books, and photo albums!

Wonky Wednesday: Custom Ornament

For as long as I can remember, my mother has always had a custom ornament made for each family member (and our pets) every Christmas. I love putting them on the tree at my parents' house! One year a swimmer ornament, the next a cheerleader. I This year, my mom and I picked out a special ornament to mark 2012 as the year that Scott and I got engaged! I think it is a precious! This is our first ornament and I look forward to having one every year... I supposed our 2013 ornament will be a bride and groom! What are your holiday traditions?

Party Supply Monday: Gold Flatware

What's on my wish list this Christmas? This Southern Hostess wants gold flatware! I love the Wallace Goldplated Antique Baroque set! There is something fun and glam about gold flatware - it's so unexpected on the table! I wouldn't use gold flatware everyday but rather for parties and special dinners. I think it will look fantastic with my Annieglass or with plain clear glass plates! Gold flatware is great for a cocktail and dessert party too... or a Bachelorette dinner party! Dear Santa...