Last weekend, we hosted a wine and cheese party (this was #3 on my summer to-do list!). This ended up being one of the best nights with friends. Each couple brought a unique wine and cheese, and we sampled, tasted, and talked for hours. 

When planning for the party, I wanted the little details to be personal, warm, and inviting. Since we had been planning this party for months, I wanted to make sure it was extra special. Here are the fun details from the party!

{Placemats were cut from craft paper and stamped with a wine motif, and cheese knives were within reach for guests}

{Each wine bottle was placed in a paper sack (complete with a floral top, thanks to Triston!), and wine charms were made using a paper punch, number stamps, and twine. We later voted on our favorite wine, and the paper bags kept them in hiding}

{Wooden cutting boards were placed on each end of the table for easy access, and cheeses were labeled with homemade flags using toothpicks, paper, scissors, and glue}

{Interesting chocolates were cut into bite sized pieces and labeled….Yes, we sampled a s’more-flavored chocolate!}

{In the center of the table was a 3-tiered stand which held fruits and Ghiradelli brownies for everyone’s sampling pleasure}

{Extra crackers were organized on a platter next to a basket of fresh sourdough bread}

{Two different snack mixes – one sweet, one salty – were other snacking options. No one left hungry!}