The Host's Best Friend

Too many patterns? Nah! If you love them & they make you happy, go for it💕. This table makes me smile every time I walk past it - just about all of it was passed down to me by my mom & while I don’t think she ever used all of them at the same time, I LOVE IT! It’s bright, colorful & topped off with my favorite wonky ranunculus friends💐.

Happy Galentine’s Day! What a fabulous day to celebrate the female friendships in our lives. To my people, thank you for walking with me, for holding space & for loving me in spite of my nuttiness - I am honored to do the same for you💕.

The 3rd Annual Candy Cane Lane was a success🎅🎄🤶! Special thank you to Arranging Sunlight for the beautiful flowers🌹🌱!

Autumnal board, anyone🍁🍃🍂? Candied bacon, smoky pumpkin chipotle hummus, bourdon apple butter, apples, pears AND all the meats & cheeses?! Yes, please! Gotta love a customer who says just go for it👏👏…

One more party before I head to wild & wonderful WV for the summer🏕️. Happy Graduation, Libby🎓🎉! See y’all in August✌️

A blast was had at a backyard gathering for the NC Aquarium Society🐟🐠! Shoutout to Unprohibited Mobile Bar Co. for the delicious specialty cocktails & mocktails 🍹& to Arranging Sunlight for the bounty of beautiful flowers 💐! And most importantly, a huge thank you to Adrienne Moore for trusting The Host's Best Friend LLC😊.

Y’all…I’m still here doing my thing. Lots of my things, actually! Graduation boards, backyard gatherings for the NC Aquarium Society & more graduation parties on the horizon! What I have neglected to do is TAKE PHOTOS. I’m going to have to set some sort of reminder on my phone because once I get going, stopping long enough to take pretty photos is the last thing on my mind🙃. I vow to do better. This will have to suffice for now. Thank you so much for your continued support😘!

Graduation is coming🎓! Need a hand? I’m here to help…all you have to do is ask😊.

Do you know how many moving parts it takes to have a successful wedding reception? After last weekend, I do. A million thanks to everyone & their various skills for pulling together to give my bride and groom the unforgettable evening they desired. Matt McGraw Photography for capturing all the beauty of the big day, Arranging Sunlight & Mackenzie Spivey Wetherill for a stunning bouquet/boutonnières/corsages/altar arrangement, L&L Tent and Party Rentals for ALL the things (especially Miles for humoring me), Apple Annie's Bake Shop for bringing the Birds of Paradise cake to life, Nothing Bundt Cakes for the sinfully delicious Bundtinis, Marcus from Atlantic Premier Entertainment for the lighting & tunes, and EVERYONE from Lumina on Wrightsville Beach, a Holiday Inn Resort(Jill, Wes, Emily, Daniel, Ali, our bartender, the front desk - I can’t remember all the names, but please know that I thank each of you for everything you did). And finally, to JC Lyle & Kerr for trusting The Host's Best Friend LLC. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness 👰‍♀️💒 🤵‍♂️!

Shout out to TT's Earrings for outfitting my indispensable right hand & the world’s best babysitters this weekend! The shirts are super comfy & we love how they look💗.

I’ve had my hands full with wedding prep recently, but I managed to put together a little treat for an 18th birthday yesterday🎂! Big thanks to the recipient for the photo📸.

New year, same message. Early detection saves lives. I’ll be back in March to remind you to schedule your colonoscopy💙. Carry on!

The current price of eggs was the catalyst for my Valentine’s table this year. When I saw the $8 price tag per dozen, I decided that I would challenge myself to design a table only from things I already own. No buying cute heart shaped plates, no new fun napkins, no HomeGoods shopping spree…no easy feat for this girl! Here’s the final product & I am thrilled with it💗💐. I bent the no buying rule for flowers from Trader Joe's-Wilmington,NC. Reach out & let’s make something beautiful!

Galentine’s & Valentine’s are a mere 25/26 days away!! Have you made your plans yet? Brunch with the besties or snuggling up with the love of your life (& chocolate covered strawberries, of course)? How about a get together with all your favorite people? However you choose to celebrate, I’m here to help💗♥️💗.

Need something to take to a party? How about this beauty? The COLORS!!! I’m kinda obsessed🌈💗.

Christmas has passed, but here are some photos from the Candy Cane Lane soirée I had the pleasure of being a part of. What a great way to kick off the holidays🎄🎅!

How do you throw a party for 30 teenagers & live to tell about it?! Food. Lots and lots of food🍓🧀🍇🥦🥒🥐! It also helps to have an awesome group of kids & some very welcoming hosts♥️.

Party season is upon us🎉! Reinforcements were needed for yesterday’s shindig at Candy Cane Lane♥️🤍🎄. Good thing I know a few good kids!!
In the mood for a party of your own? Let us know! We’d love to help😊.

I love fall colors on trees, but I’ve always struggled to use them on a table. I’m feeling pretty happy with them this year! ✨🍁🌿🍁✨

Thanksgiving Day table preparations are underway! What will your table say to your guests? Are you going glam, keeping it simple or perhaps a mixture of both?? I’d love to hear from you!🍁🦃🍁

Penny the Poodle says it’s an excellent time to do a little camping ⛺️ ✨. Indoors or on your deck, I’ve got you covered. Your kids will think you’re the BEST! 🦈🐋🦞

Have I been MIA for the entirety of summer? Absolutely, yes. I was enjoying every moment of my technology free home away from home (more on that to come later). Am I back? Absolutely, YES. Charcuterie for a book club full of badass women…✅. Ready to celebrate? Reach out!

Don’t ever be afraid to show off your true colors❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Hi, I’m Blake, owner & operator of The Host’s Best Friend LLC. I’m a lover of beautiful things, great food & finding an excellent deal. Also, the beach, live music & my perfectly imperfect family💕🌊🎶👨‍👩‍👧‍👦.

I firmly believe that life is something to be celebrated. The big moments, the small moments & everything in between. I’m task oriented & helping people is 100% my love language.

And so out of these things, The Host’s Best Friend was born. I’m here to help you celebrate all the things & I want you to enjoy it! Menu planning, shopping, tablescapes, day of assistance…as little or as much as you desire. Reach out. Let’s get something started!

~Celebrate EVERYTHING~
~Be your best. I’ll do the rest.~

First Communion celebration for a most special little girl💗💐✝️

Wedding shower weekend with the girls?? Send all those ideas my way & I’ll get it done! 💍👰‍♀️🍓🍾

Yummy bites of goodness for the lovely patrons of Meadowlark Shop 🍾👗🎁

Azaelas & bunnies are everywhere🌸🐇!! Happy Easter!!!

“Wishing you a pot ‘o gold and all the joy your heart can hold.”