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Snowman Birthday Party Ideas

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Are you nice and cozy and warm?  As I write this I am, but I know January in Florida is some of our coldest time of the year.  In fact, I’m pretty sure it is colder now then it was around Christmas.

Unfortunately, we don’t have the “snow cold”, just “Florida cold” here, so we don’t get to make snowmen any time of the year, much less after Christmas. One of my wishes as a kid was to have a snowman birthday party. I thought that should be the inspiration for this week’s idea board. So without further ado:

Snowman Birthday Party Ideas

Snowman Birthday Party Ideas

Make sure to check out where I got all of these wonderful images from:

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Hand Decorated Snowman and Winter Cookies – made by SugaryCharm on Etsy

 

 

 

 

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Christmas Snowman Cake Pops – shared by Niner Bakes

 

 

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Personalized Snowman Invitations – made by afairytalebeginning on Etsy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Frosty the Snowman Outfit Set – made by NaomiBlu on Etsy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Snowman Oreo Cookie Balls – shared by My San Francisco Kitchen

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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DIY Printable Bag Topper: Snowman Soup – made by StacysSweetStuff on Etsy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Snowman Kit – made by emswoodbydesign on Etsy

What is your favorite type of snowman to make? A traditional one? A sand snowman? A humorous snowman?

A New Year’s Eve Party in Black and Gold {with a hint of stars}

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Happy New Year!

Did you have fun last night? I hope so!

Today’s post is going to be short and sweet, but I wanted to share with you one of my “someday” party ideas for my own home. I would LOVE to host a glitz, black and gold New Year’s Eve party with lots of shimmery little star accents.

Here’s what I have in mind:

A New Year’s Eve Party in Black and Gold {with a hint of stars}

A New Year’s Eve Party in Black and Gold {with a hint of stars}

And I would award myself extra points if I could work this into a yard somehow:

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Click through these links to see where I found these pretty pictures at:

New Year’s Party Invitation – made by FallForDesign on Etsy

Black, Gold and White Tablescape – seen here on Northern Light

Gold Side Table Display – shared by The Guardian here

Black and Gold Spiky Decorative Ball – made by kissadesign on Etsy

Gold Table Setting – seen here on 100 Layer Cake

Gold Star and Black Sphere Garland – sold here on Big Cartel

Gold Glitter Cake Pops – made by ChasingPinkFireFlies on Etsy

 

Would you host a New Year’s Eve party in this theme?

Christmas Morning Brunch Ideas {with an ornament theme}

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Merry Christmas!

Are you a morning person usually? Or do you just make the exception one day out of the year? If you can pull yourself out of bed before noon, you’re likely able to handle hosting a Christmas brunch.

To me, Christmas brunch is supposed to be relaxed and laid back. Nothing too stressful, just enjoying the company of family and friends. But there are a few things that you can do to make you Christmas brunch EXTRA special, especially if you have children.

Here is my idea for a Christmas morning brunch, with an ornament theme to it:

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Don’t forget to check out where I found all of these lovely images:

Christmas Ornament Invitations – made by PinkPickleParties on Etsy

Christmas Ornament Cupcakes – seen on this pin here

Red Baubles Christmas Cake – made by Cakes Décor

Christmas Ornament Centerpieces – seen on this pin here

Christmas Ornament Cookies – made by kjcookies on Etsy

Christmas Tree Pancake Stack – shared by Betty Crocker

Christmas Ornament Table Setting Cookies – shared by Haniel’s here

Are you only a morning person on Christmas?

Ideas for Hosting Your Own Ugly Sweater Christmas Party

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You know what you should do this weekend? Throw a little holiday party for you and your friends. Nothing serious, just a fun, spur of the moment ugly sweater party! Why not? They are easy to get (or make) and don’t need a lot of prepping and planning.

On top of the visual inspiration you’ll find below, here are some helpful ideas to hosting a successful ugly (or tacky) sweater Christmas party:

  • Have lots of holiday music on hand. Preferably livelier, upbeat songs.
  • Have refreshments on hand. They don’t necessarily have to be filled with alcohol, but it can’t hurt. People will likely feel a little uncomfortable knowingly wearing a ridiculous sweater out, so help get them feeling a little more relaxed!
  • Have back up ridiculous Christmas hats or vests on hand for those who don’t come as prepared as others…there is always one!
  • Remember the ridiculous looks of the night by having an equally ridiculous photo booth area.
  • Let people know you are having a little contest for the most outrageously tacky sweater. A small prize will do. Caution: this will almost certainly encourage some of your friends to get their game faces on and go all out with their party looks. You’ve been warned.

And without further ado, a visual inspiration board for a fun, ugly sweater Christmas party:

Ideas for Hosting Your Own Ugly Sweater Christmas Party See all the details here: https://uniquepasticheevents.com/2013/12/11/ideas-for-hosting-your-own-ugly-sweater-christmas-party/

Ideas for Hosting Your Own Ugly Sweater Christmas Party
See all the details here:
https://uniquepasticheevents.com/2013/12/11/ideas-for-hosting-your-own-ugly-sweater-christmas-party/

Make sure to see where all of these fabulous images came from for even MORE details:

Ugly Christmas Sweater Bottle Koozie – sold by LogoBarProducts on Etsy

How To: Photo Booth (for an ugly Christmas sweater party):  shared by Rachel here on Ugly Christmas Sweater Party

Ugly Sweater Cake – seen on this pin here

Ugly Christmas Sweater Party Invitation – sold by InvitationBlvd on Etsy

Ugly Sweater Cookies – shared by And Everything Sweet

Gingerbread Men in Ugly Sweaters – shared by Celebrations

Ugly Christmas Sweater Candle Holders – shared by Oh My! Creative

Would you make your own ugly sweater or buy it?

Black + White +Damask Engagement Party Ideas

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Remember this cute Halloween costume party I shared a few weeks ago?

I really loved the silhouette accents. I thought for a costume party, silhouettes would be fantastic because they would be adorable décor, but would also not take away from the decked out, dressed up guests. Win-win.

But I got to thinking; you know who else would probably appreciate a party like this? Engaged couples! Think about it, they are there to celebrate their engagement with family and friends, but they still want a festive and decorated vibe.

For this week’s inspiration board, I went with black and white damask print, with silhouette accents.

Black + White +Damask Engagement Party Ideas

Black + White +Damask Engagement Party Ideas

See where all of these images and items are from:

White Russians in black cups – shared on brides.com

Proposal Wedding Cake Topper Silhouette – made by BTOacrydesign on Etsy

Engagement Party Invitation of Silhouette Couple – made by celebrationspaperie on Etsy

Set of Black and White Damask Wedding Party Badges – made by The Boho Bride on Etsy

Damask Paper Pom Pom – made by SweetandSavvyDesigns on Etsy

Kissing Couple Silhouette Cake – shared by Berliosca Cake Boutique on Flickr

Black and White Favors/Lollipops – made by SweetCarolineConfect on Etsy

Black and White Damask Wedding Bunting Flags – made by Nestables on Etsy

Damask Balloons – seen on Open A Party

Editable Printable Damask Wine Glass Slipper Name Cards – made by ThePoshEvent on Etsy

Would you keep this event black and white only, or would you had a pop of color?

Give {glittery} Thanks

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Have you noticed most stores are pretty much skipping thanksgiving décor and going straight to Christmas everything? Well I have!

And while I’m all for Christmas décor, (it is one of my favorite holidays to decorate for) it kind of seems that Thanksgiving gets the short end of the décor stick.

This week I am sharing with you an inspiration board for your thanksgiving 2013 table. I’m obviously a huge fan of glitter anything, but I really love the idea of having a sparkly thanksgiving table. While the traditional orange and tan and yellows are great, they can get a little boring year after year. Plus, if you shop smart, you can get a TON of post-Halloween pumpkins and décor super cheap, and glitter them up yourself to save a bundle.

Give {glittery} Thanks

Give {glittery} Thanks

 

Images from inspiration board found at:

Thanksgiving Pumpkin and Turkey Cupcake Toppers – made by wishdaisy on Etsy

Autumn Sparkle Stone Coasts Set (perfect hostess gift!) –  made by theends on Etsy

Silver and Gold Glitter Pumpkins – shared here by Parent Map

Fall Burlap Glitter Leaves Banner – made by LittlePumpkinPapers on Etsy

Glittered Monogram Pumpkin – shared by Unoriginal Mom

Glittered Gold Turkey Thanksgiving Place Cards – made by jacolynmurphy on Etsy

{DIY} Thanksgiving Tablescape – shared here on FabHousewife

Gold Glitter Thanksgiving Mason Jars – made by LexiesShop on Etsy

 

Would you mix up your Thanksgiving table one year for a sparkly look like this?

 

 

Cute Candy Themed Birthday Party Ideas

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Can you imagine a life without candy? Yeah, me either.

It’s especially difficult to envision with all of the candy-lined shelves at what seems like pretty much every store on every corner, with Halloween just days away.

Having said that, what ever happened to the CUTE candy?

Doesn’t it seem like everything on the shelves is plastered with labels and brand names, etc.? What ever happened to that cutesy, bright and colorful, Willy Wonka type candy? THAT is the inspiration for this week’s board. A cute candy birthday party for kids of all ages!

Candy Themed Birthday Party Ideas

Candy Themed Birthday Party Ideas

 

Inspiration images found at:

Printable Birthday Invitation – made by PinkSangriaDesigns on Etsy

Taffy Kabob Party Favors – shared by Capital b

Rice Krispie Treat Sprinkle Cake – shared by Sprinkle Bakes

Lollipop Tree – shared on Playdough to Plato

Gumdrop Birthday Wreath – shared by Joyful Scribblings

DIY Donut Balloons – shared by Studio DIY

Swirly Pop Fruit Pizzas – shared by Hungry Happenings

Candyland Entryway – shared by Farmish Momma

How To Make Giant Lollipop Decorations – share by Glorious Treats

What is your ALL TIME favorite candy?

Glitzy Girls Night In {for Halloween}

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Halloween on any other day of the week but Saturday (and maybe Friday) is a total bore don’t you think? All of the fun dressing up and going up and generally creating mischief either get completely cancelled or minimized to next to nothing. I remember it being weird going trick or treating late one night, then having to be in school bright and early the next morning – complete fun kill!

Since Halloween is on kind of an awkward day this year, I figured I’d share this fun idea with you:

How about hosting a glitzy girl’s night in for Halloween (at least mid-week Halloween)? Have fun, stay in, and catch up with your girls. Maybe pamper yourself before the upcoming weekend festivities?

Nothing too crazy is required for this little get together. A few sparkly décor pieces and some fun cocktails to sip on and you are good to go! Though I think it’s safe to say sweets are always a good idea.

Here’s what I had in mind:

Glitzy Girls Night In {for Halloween}

Glitzy Girls Night In {for Halloween}

See where I got all of these fantastic inspirational pictures from:

Simply Sparkly Pumpkins – shared by The Swell Life

Glittered 3D “Eek” Letter Set – made by iShopALT3 on Etsy

Glitter Halloween Bottles – seen on this pin

Light Up Glitter Halloween Pumpkins – seen on Improvements Catalog

Happy Halloween Wreath – made by NewEnglandWreath on Etsy

Green Glitter Votive Candles – seen on BHG

Gone Batty Glitter Cake Decorations – shared by The Celebration Shoppe

Candy Corn Martini with Pop Rocks Rim – shared by Boulder Locator

Black Widow Halloween Cocktail – shared on Celebrations

Ghosty Meringues – shared by tiel*sk on Flickr

What is your cocktail of choice for girl’s night in?

Little Monster Bash Ideas

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Boo!

Happy October! I’m so excited it’s October aren’t you? Not so much because I’m a Halloween fan or anything, but more because my holiday decorating whims are a little more justified. The stores near me have already had their fully set up and decorated CHRISTMAS TREES on display for several weeks now….WHY?! I have no idea why, but whatever, they are up.

Today’s inspiration board is for those of you with little monsters of your own. I thought hosting a “monster bash” for the little ones would be soo adorable! I could just imagine a room full of cute little monsters running around….Anyways, staying focused!

I think this would be a wonderful theme for a birthday celebration, or just a traditional Halloween party. But honestly, as a grown adult I would totally go to a cute-sy monster bash! Wouldn’t you?

To get you in the mood, make sure to have this video playing in the background:

Ok, now you are ready:

Little Monster Bash Ideas

Little Monster Bash Ideas

 

Make sure to go see where all of these cute ideas came from:

Mini Monsters Felted Soap Party Favors – made by Saplingnaturals on Etsy

Monster Party Cupcake Toppers – made by ClaudiaCupcakeLady on Etsy

Creepy Eyeball Cookies – shared on The Sweet Adventures of Sugarbelle

Green Monster Cake – shared on Modern Parents Messy Kids

Monster Bash Party Invitation – made by PrintSmitten on Etsy

Monster Cookie Sandwiches – shared on Barns & Noodles

Ooey Gooey Monster Eye Cookies – shared on Lil’ Luna

Cute Monster Piñata – shared by Heather B on Catch My Party

Monster Party Hats – made by Mrae on Etsy

What would your monster alter-ego look like?

Candy Apple Dipping + Decorating Party Ideas

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Are you ready for autumn? I know here in Florida we don’t really get  the full effects of the season, and sometimes it’s just hard to have pumpkin flavored everything when it’s still 90+ degrees out you know?

Last year on my original blog, I shared a really fun post about hosting a pumpkin decorating party. I love those types of parties because literally ANYONE can go and participate. And there doesn’t have to be a birthday or wedding reception to happen.  Just a party for the sake of a party!

Today you will see my favorite ideas for hosting an apple dipping party. As always, anything I could find an original recipe, shop or tutorial for I always share below, so check them out!

Candy Apple Dipping + Decorating Party Ideas

Candy Apple Dipping + Decorating Party Ideas

See the homes of all of these pretty pictures in their links below:

Give Thanks Caramel Apple Card – created by Penelope Poppy on Etsy

Apple Pie Caramel Apples – recipe shared by Miss Candiquik

Homemade Caramel Apple Dip – recipe shared on Betty Crocker

Candy Apple Dessert Bar – shared by A Peach of a Party

Mini Apple Dips – seen on this pin here

Chocolate Covered Caramel Apple Slices – recipe shared by Chocoley

Chocolate and Bacon Covered Apples – shared by Little Chief Honeybee

Apple Wedges Dipping Station – seen on this pin here

Caramel Apple Dip – recipe shared on Big Oven by Amandahamblin

 

 What is your FAVORITE type of topping on a covered apple?