Feeling inspired by the florals all around? Check out this week’s Readers’ Favorite from our Project Gallery. The elaborate spread of sugary sweets and tiny tutus all lined up sure made Brinley’s First Birthday Party an enchanted event. […]
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If you haven’t heard of Operation Shower, read on to learn more about this amazing nonprofit organization that supports military families by hosting baby showers in their honor. Because they give up so much, they deserve our thanks, our love and yes, even a little party to celebrate the arrival of their newest little family members. […]
When our friend Jami, of the Savvy Socialista, contacted us to design and style a baby shower, we decided to monkey around a little. The always-popular sock monkey theme turned out darling! If you are in need of a classic and fun theme for your next shower or party, this theme can be used for a boy …
I throw elaborate parties mostly because I enjoy it, but there are certainly times that I prefer less planning and quicker setup. That means a couple hours, tops, to accomplish everything from the baking and food prep to the decorating. In the Summer 2012 issue of Festivities Magazine, I thought it would be fun to …
Fashion, design and party planners are all deep into the ombre trend. Ombre’s flexibility and the sense of airiness it brings to a design understandably make it a favorite! So how and where do you make it work in your own party designs? Ombre Cake Pops by Candybar Couture Choose your base color carefully. Colors that …
This week, the 4th of July brought fireworks all across America. Meanwhile, our own Project Gallery was sparkling with one amazing project after the next—ablaze with color bursts, unpredictable patterns and independent spirit. Readers, you are all firecrackers, dazzling us with your talented designs. Please let us know which project you “like” by Monday. Baby …
Time flies when you’re having fun! Here we are again on Friday, and we’re ready to reveal our favorite nurseries and parties of the week. Everyone did a stellar job, and we thank you all for submitting your creative designs and party ideas. We know how time flies, so please don’t forget to tell us …
What’s the saying? “I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!” In our home, this couldn’t be more true, and even my littlest, Sloane, screams in sheer delight when she hears the words ice cream. I figured I’d go with her enthusiasm for the delicious frozen treat and make her second birthday party …