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6 Ideas for the Perfect Oscars Bash

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Are you ready for the Academy Awards on Sunday night? It’s not too late to plan the perfect Oscars party.

Looking for more Oscar party ideas? Check out these

Oscar Party Decorations

Oscar Party Banner

Oscar Cupcake Toppers

 

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Decorate your table with custom Oscar confetti featuring all your favorite stars. Get the details at Sugar and Charm.

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Make glam centerpieces using mirror tires, clear beads or marbles, fresh flowers and a movie director’s clap board sign. Photo courtesy of Party Wishes.

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Set an effortlessly glam table with tasseled confetti balloons. Get the details at PopSugar.

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Enjoy a delicious cocktail from our friends at Santa Margherita.

Star Studded Raspberry Lemonade (pictured)

  1. Combine 1/8 cup sugar and 1/8 cup lemon juice in a small saucepan, bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Stir in lemon rind and ½ cup of muddled raspberries.
  5. Combine mixture and 1 bottle Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore in large pitcher.
  6. Sprinkle remaining raspberries among the glasses.

Show Stopping Limoncello

  1. Pour 1 oz. of Limoncello into a champagne flute.
  2. Top the glass with Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore and stir gently.
  3. Garnish with lemon zest.

Star Studded Prosecco

  1. Fill two bowls, one with lemon juice and another with sugar,
  2. Dip champagne flute rim in lemon juice.
  3. Repeat this process with gold sugar, coating the rim of the glass evenly.
  4. Let stand to dry before filling flute with Santa Margherita Prosecco Superiore.

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Keep track of your glass by writing assigning a different award category to each person instead of using traditional wine charms. This idea is courtesy of InStyle.

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The Governor’s Ball is the official Academy Awards after party. You might not be able to go to the real thing, but you can feel like a star anyway serving the same food. Architectural Digest has the recipes for this year’s event, courtesy of chef Wolfgang Puck.

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Etsy Feature – Pottery Travel Mug Template Set (3 Pieces)

There’s something so satisfying about a handmade travel mug. It’s practical, stylish, and makes your daily coffee or tea ritual feel that little bit more special. With this set of 3 pottery travel mug templates, you can create your own ceramic mugs that not only look professional but also make thoughtful, personal gifts.

What’s Included

This set comes with three different templates for slab-building your own travel mugs. Each template has slightly different proportions, giving you variety in size and style. That way you can experiment until you find the perfect fit for your hand—or make a matching set for family and friends.

Why These Templates Are Worth It

  • Reusable & Reliable: Print and trace them as many times as you want.

  • Practical Design: The angled opening and lid slot make them comfortable and functional.

  • Perfect for Beginners: Templates take the guesswork out of hand-building.

  • Gift-Worthy: A handmade travel mug is a unique, eco-friendly present that anyone would appreciate.

Inspiration for Makers

  • Try a speckled clay body with a matte glaze for a modern, minimalist vibe.

  • Add underglaze designs or decals for a personalized look.

  • Make a full set of mugs in coordinating colors—perfect for a couple or family gift.

  • Pair your finished mugs with a bag of specialty coffee or tea for a beautiful handmade gift set.

Why You’ll Love It

Handmade pottery mugs have a warmth and character that no store-bought cup can compete with. Using these templates makes the process approachable, while still leaving plenty of room for your creativity to shine. And honestly? Everyone I know could use a good travel mug—so why not make one that feels personal and one-of-a-kind?

You can grab the set here: Travel Mugs Set Templates (3 Pieces) on Etsy.

This post is part of my Etsy Feature series, where I share clay tools and templates that make creating both functional and decorative pottery easier and more fun. And if you’re looking for a project that balances everyday use with handmade charm, these travel mugs might be your next go-to.