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Monday, August 31, 2009
As the summer season (and weather) comes to a close, an outdoor movie night seems so appealing. This beauty from Liz makes it look like a ton of fun, too! Liz gives great how-to's on how to set up the actual movie (a perk for the tech-challenged), as well as hostessing tips. So much more to see right here.
Labels: adult party, kid party, outdoor party
Molly, a self-declared 'sewing nerd', made so many elements of the party decor for her husband's birthday party, there are too many too point out! My favorites are the napkin rings, invitations, and homemade pinanta. Very, very impressive. More from this talented lady right here!
Labels: adult birthday party ideas, decor, homemade, homespun party, kid party
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Labels: reader question of the week
There's something charming about these paper animal lanterns from Pearl River.
Labels: decor, kid birthday, kid party, party decor
I love the stripes, the scalloped ends, the colors, the single yellow bird in the 'tree' of this table...from here.
Labels: table decor, table setting
Friday, August 28, 2009
I spotted a link to Wovenplay on Simple Lovely today and it got me thinking once again about what I am going to do for G's Halloween costume. I feel the need to have something semi-homemade and totally creative, but nothing I've seen or thought of has either felt inspired or achievable.
Labels: halloween, inspiration
'Tis the season of summer birthdays...and the same question for me always comes up: what do I buy a ____ year-old ____ (boy, girl)? And how much do I spend? The answer to this question varies wildly (obviously depending on age, gender), and the money question always leaves me stumped. For me, I think the standard birthday gift varies between $15-30, depending on who it is going to, the age, etcetera.
Labels: birthday party, gifts, random
Thursday, August 27, 2009
This party idea from etsy and food & wine is charming.
Labels: party decor
Check out this cute party setup for Winnie's 5th birthday!
Labels: party decor, party food
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Gen tells us, "Oden's friend Bella came over to dinner on the night of her 4th birthday. I threw together a last minute 'cowgirl celebration' for after dinner." Love, it- of course!
Labels: gen says, genifer goodman sohr
When reader Jennifer asked if I could make an exception and post a question for an upcoming party she's having this weekend, I said yes, given the circumstances...I hope you'll be able to help!
Labels: reader question of the week
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
I am SO excited to host Party Perfect's first giveaway, and I couldn't imagine a better sponsor for it. Drumroll, please...
Labels: fun giveaway
Very cute sheep cupcakes right here.
Leigh Anne shared this fun surprise party for her 16 year-old daughter. Love all the pink!
Labels: girl birthday, surprise party, teen party
Party Perfect will host its first giveaway ever- later today! You won't want to miss a chance at winning some goods...a little hint as to what's in store above.
Labels: fun giveaway
Monday, August 24, 2009
From Gen:
This Summer, instead of taking one big vacation with the kids- we chose to break up our time into several great mini road trips. It was absolutely amazing to experience small town America...like going back in time to a simpler life. For me there is nothing better than hot dogs and milk shakes at an old soda fountain and roadside thrifting!
I know that our "American Summer" has had a lasting impression on me...it is far past 4th of July and I am still in love with red, white, and blue. I just can't seem to get enough of this patriotic color palette!
The theme hit me hard after our first weekend excursion and quickly inspired my husband, Benjamin's, Father's Day gifts.
As I prepare for Oden's 4th Birthday party next week- the red, white, and blue is in full force. We are looking forward to a birthday party that captures the feeling of small town america...of course with our own modern twist. Photos to come!"
Labels: gen says, genifer goodman sohr, inspiration
Megan threw an adorable birthday party for her twin boys, using the movie 'Nacho Libre' as her inspiration. More fun photos here, here and here.
Labels: boy birthday, kid birthday, twins
I am really, really smitten with this garland idea Tania shared with us. She created a t-shirt on zazzle, then sent the t-shirts to family and friends near and far, with the request to photograph themselves wearing it. She even sequestered far-flung family members in Italy, neighbors and pets! Then she backed all of the photos with fabric and strung them on a garland to surprise her husband on his birthday. This homemade present was huge hit!
Labels: garlands, photo garland, photos
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Labels: reader question of the week
Labels: reader question of the week
Friday, August 21, 2009
Wii icecream birthday cake right here...perfect for the little (or big?) gamer in your life!
Labels: cake
Thursday, August 20, 2009
What do you do when your almost 9 year-old requests a 'purple bunny' party? You give it to her, of course. Lucky for Ella, her mom is super creative Aussie Tania McCartney. While most of us might seemed stumped for ideas with this thematic request, Tania took the idea and ran with it. This is only a smidge of the party...see much more right here.
Labels: easter, girl birthday, kid party