Everyday

Launch Party Photo Recap

Last Wednesday I had the pleasure of hosting some of my favorite ladies that have helped me get Mark the Occasion Designs off the ground. I debuted the “Everyday Occasion” line of accessories to much success, but was even more excited to toast these lovelies with a cocktail from the […]

Your Spring Cleaning = My Supplies

As you’re cleaning out your closets this spring, think of Mark the Occasion Designs as a way to refurbish your favorites. Perhaps it’s time to let the old prom dress go, but it would probably make a great Bright Spot Bouquet. I can weave the beads from a broken bracelet with […]

It’s Prom Time!

It’s Prom Time!

Can you believe it? It’s time to start thinking about prom dresses already. You or your daughter may already have the dress, but do you have the accessories? 

32 Birthday Party Themes

32 Birthday Party Themes

Happy birthday to me!! I’ve had great birthday parties in my life. There was the circus-themed gathering when I was 5 when I was introduced to the gloriousness that is Coca-Cola through a Red Vine licorice straw. (Seriously, try it!) A couple years ago, I did a Mad Men-themed dinner […]

Packing for 12 Days in One Carry-on Bag

As you are reading this, I am heading off for our second honeymoon. When Randy and I were talking honeymoons, he wanted Hawaii and I wanted Europe. He said Europe was OK for the honeymoon if we went to Hawaii for our first anniversary. Ok…I guess, if you insist. We’re going to […]