Handmade Hostess is the very latest greatest party idea book to hit the market. I just reviewed it here. And now – here you go! Here is a chance to win a copy of the book for your very … Read More...
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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!
Princess Scavenger Hunt Party
Aubry’s daughter turned 4, and they had a wonderful Princess Party. Aubry really put together ALL the details to keep the party moving, and keep the royalty entertained. She sent them all around the house on a scavenger hunt with … Read More...
Handmade Hostess: Book Review
Handmade Hostess just came out. And, oh what a spectacular book it is!
Kelly Lee-Creel and Rebecca Soder teamed up, and their work is just impeccable. The book shows us 12 party ideas from top to bottom. And within those … Read More...
DIY Glass Serving Pieces
What could be better than these versatile serving dishes? Not only are they clear, so they go with everything, but they are DIY too. And best of all, the supplies all came from the dollar store! Polly shows us how … Read More...
Smock Parties
Here is an organization that brings art to parties! How great. Kids parties, Ladies night out, even charitable events. Yianna started this venture to combine her two loves, art and entertaining. If you are in the Chicago area, you can … Read More...
Book and Wine Pairings
In keeping with our Book Club hosting ideas from yesterday, I wanted to pass along this clever piece about wine that plays on the theme of a book. ! I have heard of “pairings” before, but only with food, what … Read More...
Jeweled Eggs
Here is a really creative twist on “decorating Easter Eggs”. This is the intersection of jewelry and food. These would be SO fun to work on. And think of it, your hands would not turn colors afterwards! Bonus! Victoria shows … Read More...
Baby food jar party favors
These little baby food jars are the sweetest party favor ever. For a kid’s party or a shower, they would work really well. Laura at Make Life Lovely gives us all the details. She lays out a great DIY, including … Read More...
Book Club Party
One of the most common get-togethers in our lives are our book clubs. Do you belong to one? I know they are all organized a little differently. But there is always room to breath new life into the hosting duties. … Read More...
Bunny Candy Pouch
This super sweet pouch is a candy/treat holder. And a darling bunny. Merrilee gives us step by step directions, and a printable pattern so we can get the size and shape right. The beauty of this pattern is that you … Read More...
Cricut Cartridge Winner!
Thank you all for the very warm welcome and the great comments and suggestions for what you are looking for, and where you would like this blog to go. I will do my best to keep bringing a whole range … Read More...
Baby Bot shower
This sweet party is designed by our friends at Pottery Barn Kids. They have made it up as a baby shower. I think it would be cute as a kid’s party as well! There are decorations, tips, recipes, videos, … Read More...
Chair Ideas
Sometimes the difference between everyday and “special” is as simple as dressing up the ordinary items in your home. Here are several DIY ways to decorate your chairs, and add a little something transformative to the party. Catch My Party … Read More...
Bunny Napkin Fold
Here is a lovely clever way to fold the napkins for your Easter Table. There is a step by step photo guide on how to create these little beauties on the Good Housekeeping Web site.
Tear Drop Trailer Tail Gate Style
This beautiful custom teardrop trailer was designed with the ultimate party in mind. It is “old school” and beautiful. It is named the Bulleit bourbon Tailgater. Can you imagine a party in wine country with this in the field? Or … Read More...
Dress Up Box
I am a huge fan of ways to make at home parties more special. This box of costumes would do it! Shown for a photo booth, why couldn’t you just add this to the corner of the room, and let … Read More...
Oscar Party Printables
Hollywood is getting ready for their big party, so you have time to get your party ready too. (You are not rehearsing big medley dance numbers at your house. ) The Oscars are a perfect reason to have a party: … Read More...
Meet the Man: Mustache Baby Shower
Sisters Jen and Shannon share their idea for a little boy baby shower. This theme is sophisticated, but still playful. They show some neat food ideas, as well as photo booth fun times. Check out the whole thing at Eat. … Read More...
confetti thrower
Jordan gives us this DIY for these neat confetti tossing straws. What a great idea! I could see these at a wedding, or NYE. But I could also see kids having a GREAT time with them (outdoors, of course, or … Read More...
Gender Neutral Kid’s Party
The Mother of twins (one boy and one girl) wants to still have one party, and making that happen is becoming harder and harder. Check out this lovely Hobbie Horse Neutral Party that she threw. A subtle revelry shows us … Read More...