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Party Ideas helps make entertaining family and friends easy by providing hacks, DIY projects, and general inspiration for holiday parties, birthday parties, family reunions, baby showers, and more.

You'll find everything from delicious recipes to feed a crowd to cute themed decoration ideas. If you're on a tight budget, we regularly offer money-saving suggestions to help you celebrate without breaking the bank.

Our goal is to take the stress out of the party planning process so you're able to focus on having fun with your guests!

Party Ideas – Oktoberfest

October 1, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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Blue and white represents the German state of Bavaria. You can also use  red, yellow, and black which are the colors of the German flag. The other most obvious theme for a German Octoberfest would be BEER. Use beer bottles … Read More...

Funny Party Photo

September 27, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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Recently we have started taking weird photos and we are never afraid to stage them as it makes for great memories. I love this idea, I know it is slightly gross but loads of fun too. Being able to … Read More...

Quick Party Ideas – Paper Planes

September 26, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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Love this quick idea from Jen and Shannon over at Eat.Sleep.Make. They created a party for an adult using and old atlas and some paper airplanes. This theme would be perfect for a bon-voyage party or even an off to … Read More...

DIY Donut Balloons

September 25, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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How adorable are these painted Donut Balloons by StudioDIY. She took a store bought Donut Balloon and turned it into an adorable sugary delight. If you can’t find Donut balloons try looking for “0” balloons used for numbers. These Balloons … Read More...

Party Ideas – Rainbow Robots

September 24, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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I love this (feel like I am always saying that) Rainbow Robots party! I think it is a great way to have a Rainbow party for boys without it coming across as too girly. I don’t think Rainbow parties are … Read More...

Freebies and Project: Boo Box

September 22, 2013 by Heather Holbrook

Freebies and Project: Boo Box

Leave some sweet treats on someones doorstep with this cute boo box! The eighteen25 blog has directions as well as free printables for the label and note.

-Heather

DIY Pomander Pinata

September 21, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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You are never told old for a Pinata, especially when it looks as elegant as this one. I think this pomander Pinata would be adorable for a Bridal shower with lingerie (gifted by guests) flowing out for the surprised bride … Read More...

Chocolate Tasting Dinner Party

September 19, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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If you know me then you will know I have a thing for Chocolate. I am sure I am not alone in my addiction. This fun Chocolate tasting printable from the Dating Diva’s will set you up for a fun … Read More...

36 Save The Date Ideas

September 18, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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These wonderful Save The Date ideas are perfect for any occasion, with a few adaptions you can WOW your guests before they even make it to your front door. I love the instagram idea as it uses casual photos in … Read More...

Party Ideas – Rockets

September 17, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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My son is obsessed with Rocket Ships at the moment, however he has decided on a SuperHero Party for some unknown reason. I think his sister who is not interested in rocket ships at all might have something to do … Read More...

DIY – Animal Place Holders

September 16, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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These adorable place settings or name tags are created using toy animal figures. I love this idea for a country themed farm wedding. If you plan of having a kids sit down style party then these would be adorable for … Read More...

Baby Shower – Dirty Diaper Cookies

September 14, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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Oh I am not too sure about these. I think if I was to make them I would leave out the chocolate filling. I would prefer to turn them into gender reveal cookies and use pink or blue Candy melts … Read More...

Party Ideas – Vintage Bridal Shower

September 13, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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Let me apologize in advance for calling a 50’s Party Vintage. I know that you know that the 50’s really was not THAT long ago right? You have to check out the styling of this party to get the full … Read More...

DIY – Watercolor Napkins

September 11, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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Cloth Napkins add that little special touch to a party or BBQ. Although it is not always practical to have linen Napkins when you can, it is such a special treat. These Watercolor Napkins by TheInspiredRoom.Net are elegant and best … Read More...

Party Ideas – SpongeBob

September 10, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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I can’t say I have ever watched a full episode of Spongebob. I am sure some of you though have little ones who are crazy about it.  Spongebob Party Inspiration.

Party Ideas – Star Wars Lego

September 9, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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Lego parties are nothing new and you might recall some of our previous Lego inspired posts.

Lego Pudding Snacks

Lego Costume

Lego Party Round Up

Lego Activity Box

Frozen Lego Pops

But this one is a little different as it … Read More...

DIY Favor Bag Back Drop

September 8, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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This DIY Backdrop can be used behind food stations or as a photo prop. I think it would be really cute if the kids could grab a bag off the wall before they leave it fill it up with candy … Read More...

Party Ideas – Golf

September 7, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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Personally I hate Golf, Ok I hate all sports but golf is one more on my list. I do however love the plaid cake!.

Golf parties just scream “Old Man” and would be perfect for a Retirement party, Over the … Read More...

Party Ideas – Geologist Rock Party

September 3, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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This Geologist Rock Party from Kara’s Party ideas is more than a little unusual. I don’t know anyone who would love a party like this but I have no doubt some little boy or girl out there is fascinated with … Read More...

Plastic Vs Fantastic – Store Bought Or Homemade?

September 2, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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I recently got into a debate on the topic of store bought character cakes versus handmade creations from a qualified cake decorator. Where do you stand?  Is it OK?

So the short version of the argument was this. They (un-named … Read More...

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