Did someone say Party?
Heck ya, I am in!!
Fabulous Kimberly was able to get us tickets to the Barn House Party, hosted by the Barn House Boys, The Queen of Tarte and Chaps restaurant.
You would not believe how amazing the party was, from the vintage truck parked on the grass:
To a Fabulous Burlap "Welcome" banner all of us girls were trying to figure out how to steal:
To the chocolate fountain and all the fixin's you could imagine to dip in it:
To the uber cool vintage drink stands:
To the amazing tables with Burlap covers, sweet flower arrangements, and PEANUTS:
To a hosted bar, to a live bank and to AMAZING food!
I was so inspired walking into this party. I found my eyes wandering everywhere as I sipped my cocktail and snapped open peanuts! I felt so comfortable being with "my" girls (and I am not talking about my boobs here) and all these fabulous people and for me to feel that comfortable the stars must have been aligned. It felt like being at a backyard BBQ, only with the most amazing set up and food!
The weekend was just amazing and this was certainly the Cherry on top and if you live near Spokane and have never been to Chaps you NEED to. Such a cute farmhouse feel to the whole restaurant from the colorful cowboy attire to the vintage furniture you are sure to feel right at home!
So with that, this concludes my Farm Chicks Weekend!
So sad to see it go, but for those of you that didn't make it...
PUT IT ON THE CALENDAR FOR NEXT YEAR!
YE-hawwww!
Now, if this post didn't inspire you to plan a Summer BBQ I don't know what would!
{besides someone else planning a summer BBQ}
And Yes.... I am available to attend, thanks for the pre-invite!
See you soon!
P.S. I don't know why I always do a P.S. or 2 for that matter, but apparently I can't TALK enough or cleverly add this in the main post, but anyhoo...if anyone knows where to get one of those Welcome Banners or can make one this cool, dial me up I WANT one!
And don't tell me to make one myself....IT WILL NOT LOOK AS CUTE IF i DO IT!
AND, WAIT...
THIS ONE IS WORTH READING....
Katie ~ at Sa- Sea Boutique is having a giveaway, and you won't want to miss this one!
What a party! I love that welcome sign too. I was imagining where I would put it. :) Next year I am so there!
Posted by: Julie | June 11, 2009 at 12:24 AM
What a fabulous after-show party. LOVE those vintage drink stands. Hmmm, I wonder where I could get some for the pig roast my husband is planning for Canada Day on July 1st at our farmhouse?
Posted by: Zita - Mlle Magpie | June 11, 2009 at 03:33 AM
I love reading through all the blogs that speak of their time at Farm Chicks. So very fun that you have taken us on a tour. The whole even looks like one inspiration moment after another! Makes me want to save and plan to go next year! Thank you for sharing.
Great and beautiful day to you Miss Tara!
Posted by: Kristin | June 11, 2009 at 04:34 AM
I'm loving these photos from the big bash. So many amazing things to look at and so many people to meet and talk to. I can't even imagine how much fun you all had. Thanks so much for sharing it all.
Posted by: Suzann | June 11, 2009 at 04:41 AM
Inspiring all the way to the moon! Great ideas that I am storing away in my brain!! so glad you posted the fabulous party, My family in Spokane is getting a kick out of everyone loving their trip to Spokane! And they are loving the fact that I am completely tortured by not attending! :)I can't believe it when I saw the beverage stand I just had my hand on one last weekend and thought I should think about it cause the price was high and I wasn't sure what hubby would think!!! Now I have the "wish i bought that running through my head again!!"
have a wonderful day,
LuLu
Posted by: LuLu | June 11, 2009 at 04:56 AM
sigh. I really wish I had been there, too! How cool is that truck!? :)
Posted by: heather | June 11, 2009 at 05:21 AM
definitely makes me want to party it up outside...thanks for all the lovely photos. i'm working on a few of my own farm chick photos :)
have a great day.
chasity
Posted by: Chasity | June 11, 2009 at 06:31 AM
definitely makes me want to party it up outside...thanks for all the lovely photos. i'm working on a few of my own farm chick photos :)
have a great day.
chasity
Posted by: Chasity | June 11, 2009 at 06:31 AM
Wow! Looks Like such a Wonderful Time. That Truck is Fab!
Posted by: jamie | June 11, 2009 at 06:32 AM
It just hurts to read these blogs! I should not have given up my ticket! Did you happen to have stolen that Welcome sign for me? Let me know if you need my address again to mail it to me! thanks Tara! xo
Posted by: lissa | June 11, 2009 at 06:45 AM
damn you...stop posting on this topic. i just can't stand it. i miss you sooo much. i'm totally serious. i may not be able to wait until next year...i may have to fly to SC to see you before then. UGH!!!!!
Love you!!
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO
Posted by: Amy | June 11, 2009 at 06:45 AM
I have to save my pennies and GO next year!!
All of your photos gave me such fun ideas for showers I'm hosting this year!
It looks like you had so much fun! Do I get to see you in July?!
Posted by: Allegra | June 11, 2009 at 07:19 AM
Great pics of the party! It was like the most perfect backyard BBQ ever!! Loved that truck...and that welcome sign!!
Posted by: Jackie | June 11, 2009 at 07:31 AM
I know what you are saying...I have already informed my husband that we are having a huge backyard party (adults only) this summer. Luckily he was totally for it!!! I am already planning.
Posted by: Jeanne | June 11, 2009 at 08:21 AM
me too....i'm having a party this weekend while the hubs is in Florida!
burlap covered tables everywhere....
and a band...
and a truck....
did i tell you we had brunch Sunday morning at Chaps??
blueberry stuffed french toast?
xo
Posted by: kasey | June 11, 2009 at 09:24 AM
Tara - tell me you're going to be there next year, because I don't care what else is happening, I am SO there, too!!!
Fabulous pictures, and I'm so wanting to copy everything and throw a party like this!
xoxoxoxo
Posted by: Tracy | June 11, 2009 at 10:02 AM
Great photos...I somehow missed out on the chocolate fountain. I am cutting burlap right now for those banners....yee haw!
Posted by: queenoftarte | June 11, 2009 at 11:10 AM
Thanks for all your posts on your trip, it was almost as if I was there with you! So happy for you, that you enjoyed yourself so much! Yea for the girl's trip! :)
Posted by: coreenie | June 11, 2009 at 11:25 AM
Ah, love the pictures. That burlap banner is incredible!
Posted by: Kacey | June 11, 2009 at 12:56 PM
Wow...how amazing does that look!..i love the truck! Lots of ideas to file away in my head for the next table setting i do. Thanks for sharing.
I can't help you on the banner but it is adorable!
Posted by: koralee | June 11, 2009 at 01:42 PM
I am so there! It was fabulous and I should take you up on the trip offer ! Jen
Posted by: jen R Sanctuary arts at home | June 11, 2009 at 03:13 PM
What a great party...I love all the vintage things they used! And I love the banner...
Posted by: Firefly Hill | June 11, 2009 at 04:11 PM
I am so in for next year! That party looks amazing, you lucky duck!!!
Posted by: Tricia Whisler | June 11, 2009 at 05:28 PM
Holy Smokes!! I can't wait to send this link to Celeste (owner of Chaps)...she planned THE most perfect party for us!! So glad you had a nice time...this party was something else!!! :o) Thank you for sharing your viewpoint with us.
Posted by: Barn House | June 11, 2009 at 07:10 PM
Looks like a wonderful time and party!
Love that truck with the flowerboxes!!!Tooo cute!
Thanks for sharing:)
KayEllen
Posted by: kayellen | June 11, 2009 at 07:59 PM