Wishing all of you a very happy Valentine’s day. I hope you are surrounded by love and joy!
This wonderful, simple balloon heart is the work of Kelly on Studio DIY. She is as enthusiastic about pink as we … Read More...
Cup Cake Stand
What a neat way to display a cup cake. There is nothing better than a glitter letter! Best of all, there is a full DIY for these cute little pieces. From supplies needed to glue tips, this tutorial will show … Read More...
Pink and Gold Valentines Party
100 Layer Cake has done this amazing Pink and Gold party that is so welcoming. They share SO many neat ideas in this post, from decorating a champagne glass, and a glittering bottle with an hombre effect. Also featured is … Read More...
Printable Valentines Popcorn Labels
Valentines Day means parties for every age. Love Paper Crafts is offering this super neat set of printable labels for a little popcorn goodie bag. Great graphic. Thanks for sharing Chelsea!
Valentine Pinata
This is a great pinata made in a valentines theme! You could fill this with non-sugary treats, and use it at a kids party. There is a great tutorial for the project with loads of pictures (which are always helpful.) … Read More...
Downton Abbey Menu
The series Downton Abbey has hit the American Market with amazing reviews and popularity. “Free Bates” has become a cultural reference. Next Sunday is the season finale, and as we say good bye to our favorite characters for a while, … Read More...
Mardi Gras Food
Are you doing anything to celebrate Mardi Gras? Here is a treasure trove of traditional recipes to choose from. Including okra creole, and king cake even.
Mardi Gras Beads bowl
This would be SUCH a fun serving piece for a Mardi Gras party!
It is done with melted beads. The bead bowl picture is from here. But she points to a great tutorial that has lots of good information … Read More...
Downton Abbey Food
Are you a fan of Downton Abbey? Pamela Foster has a blog called Downton Abbey Cooks She has offered a recipe for Strawberry Charlotte Rousse. (I don’t think it counts as a spoiler to say that this was featured in … Read More...
Terrarium
There are lots of ways to throw big fancy parties. But here is a lovely way to host a smaller, activity based party. The Acme Party Box company sells terrarium kits. And, if you want to see ideas for how … Read More...
Going Away Party
Jordan Ferny shows us a lovely way to host a going away party. She has hand selected some really beautiful things from our fair city and gathered them together. But this could go either way. You could design your baskets … Read More...
Heart Shaped Egg
What a lovely little way to celebrate Valentines without going “over the top”. Kids, adults, breakfast treat, packed lunch surprise… There is no end to where you could add this little gem. Anna shows us how to do this here … Read More...
Valentines Garland
Here is a wonderful little garland for Valentines day. It’s perfect for home, or for at school. Kathy, at Just Crafty Enough gave us a whole detailed DIY so you can make one at home.
Year of the Snake
The Lunar New Year falls on Sunday Feb 10 this year. What a colorful celebration. Gig Master shows a whole host of ways to celebrate.
Library Birthday Invitations
A great idea for a kid’s party – a Library/Book party. Our friend and photographer JetKat Photo shows us the invitations she made for her son’s party. These are so clever, made on the cards put in the pocket envelopes … Read More...
Pop-up Parties
I love everything about pop-up parties. Part picnic, part glamor, …one special meal.
I found this post that really does a great job of dissecting all the pieces, and pointing to a number of web sites that have great tips … Read More...
Hand Held Appetizers
Here is a great appetizer idea. Healthy. Beautiful. Easy to pass. Easy to eat. Martha gives us a little bit of DIY instruction here. It’s fresh veggies, in bread cups, served with dip in the bottom of them. So, … Read More...
Sledding Party
February can bring ice and snow to some of us. Let’s head outside for a sledding party. Warm food, treats, and even an outdoor Fondue pot are featured in this piece about hosting a winter party.
These ideas were all … Read More...
Knitting Cake
I am a knitter from way back. This cake really captured my imagination. The people at Thoughtfully Simple give a FULL tutorial on how to make this cake, decorations and all!
Gone to the Dogs
I was out with a friend the other night, and she told me she had just had a birthday party for Dottie. Dottie is her DOG. She told me about the cake, the guests, their owners, the decorations… And really, … Read More...