It’s April Fools Day! Dixie surprised her family with an unbirthday party. Dessert for dinner. Funny glasses. She has great ideas, and ironic food.
Like this rice crispy meat loaf. For dinner. What a fun house this would be. All … Read More...
Spring Brunch
Here is a beautiful outdoor Spring Lunch. (ready for you whenever your Spring arrives.) Kate Healey threw this party for her friends.
And snapped a few pictures along the way. This is so charming, I cannot believe that it is … Read More...
Cherry Blossom Branches
Spring is right around the corner. A little closer to some of us than others. But let’s plan for it anyway.
Here is a beautiful idea for decorations. These Cherry Blossom Branches, and favor bags are delicate and lovely.
Martha … Read More...
Spring Craft Party
Amy, over at One Artsy Mama hosted a Spring Crafty Party. I can tell you, if Amy was in my city, I would try to be her friend! This party was about decorating a pot, and wood eggs. But that … Read More...
Party Themes
Redbook has pulled together some themes and tips for how to throw a great Adult Party. Some of the tips are more commonly known. But some are really helpful to think through ahead of time. One of the things they … Read More...
Girl’s Fairy Party
Malia hosted her daughter’s 6th Birthday, and pulled out all the stops! It was a Fairy Themed party, and the kids went on a hunt for their fairies, and in the end, they got to take them home in these … Read More...
Fabric Covered Egg
Fabric covered Easter Egg. And, get ready, you wanna know a secret? They are NO SEW. These sweet eggs look quilted and padded. While they are soft, they are not piece-work. Cinta shares all the tools and tips on Moppet… Read More...
Book Give Away
Today is the last day to enter for a chance to win Handmade Hostess.
Please visit the original give away announcement post here, to leave a comment, and enter to win. This book is spectacular.
Donut Theme Birthday
A donut theme birthday. Now THAT is versatile! Boy or girl, and ANY age! Sam hosted this party for her two year old. But I would be super happy to be invited to a party that had this spread. Let … Read More...
Easter Table Egg Stand
Pottery Barn Kids has a really beautiful Easter table all ready for you. This beautiful egg stand could be for Easter, or even for deviled eggs any time. My sister-in-law says “no self respecting Southern woman would call her kitchen … Read More...
Pinwheel Tutorial
Pottery Barn Kids had a whole Easter Celebration all laid out for us. I want to show you some of my favorite pieces. These sweet pinwheels are one of the featured table decorations. They give us a step by step … Read More...
Dinosaur Birthday
Hosting a special birthday party? DIY one-of-a kind dinosaur themed party favor tote bags. Use freezer paper and ink to print the Dino. A personalized idea is always warmly received and appropriated. Haberdashery Fun gives you the full tutorial.
Egg Shell Votive Candles
The venerable Martha Stewart continues to show beautiful projects. These candles are a great DIY for your Easter table. And best of all, they are really disposable. This seems like a great way to break into candle making for the … Read More...
Birthday Cake Box
Looking for a splashy alternative way to wrap? Here it is! Plaid On-line is a supply company. But it doesn’t stop there. They have some great feature projects to help give you ideas of what to do with the supplies. … Read More...
Etsy Party Store
Support the “little guys”. Buy from artists. My Little Otter has a beautiful virtual shop. She sells themed crayons. vintage-y straws,
And even tangerine scented play clay. The prices are reasonable. and the shop has such colorful accessories, they would … Read More...
Wood Adorned Vase Centerpiece
This centerpiece idea comes to us from Mother Earth Living. Wood disks, cut from branches, and fixed to the outside of vessel. Now it says “nature” right in the middle of your table. Check out the post for all the … Read More...
Winter Brunch
Beat the snowy winter blues with this winter brunch. Good food, a few friends, and you are set to go.
The food is real, the party is small scale, and the whole thing is doable. But still beautiful the way … Read More...
Mason Jar Madness
I came across the site Dishfunctional Designs. It is an amazing “re purpose” site, making art out of found objects. This post is a cavalcade of Mason Jar Ideas. Some of these are so clever, and so transformative.
The cranberries … Read More...
Not All-Sugar Easter Treats
Catch My Party shows us this great Easter party spread. It is lovely and traditional and not solid sugar. They have used Easter colors, and made a kid friendly spread that has no chocolate. Go check out all the close … Read More...
St Patrick’s Day Bouquet
Everyone “needs a little green”. Here is a little splash of color that is classy. And timely. Apartment Therapy shared their bouquet idea with us here. Happy St Patrick’s Day to you!