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Precious Cargo – Vintage Airplane Baby Shower Party

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Final boarding call!

This fabulous vintage planes inspired baby shower is about to take you on a trip of cuteness!

What’s not to love about the sweet hues of the soft clouds mixed with vibrant pops of reds and yellow in these amazing vintage airplane decorations? This airplane and travel inspired baby shower idea board is perfect for either gender, and is easily able to be transitioned into a birthday party theme for a young child.  Here’s what I had in mind:

Precious Cargo - Vintage Airplane Baby Shower Party

Precious Cargo – Vintage Airplane Baby Shower Party

Be sure to find out where I found each of this week’s inspirational elements:

Vintage Airplane Flight Path Floor Décor – shared by Kara’s Party Ideas

Time Flies When You’re Having Fun Vintage Airplane Invitation – available on I Heart to Party

Vintage Airplane Sandwiches – shared by Hostess with the Mostess

Next Stop: Parenthood Sign – shared by Nat Your Average Girl

Luggage Drop Off – also shared by Nat Your Average Girl

Travel Advice for the Parents-To-Be on Their Journey – shared by Le Petit Papier

Yellow and White Airplane Tablescape and Centerpiece – shared on Every Last Detail

Baggage Claim and Airplane Baby Shower Instant Download Kit – made and sold by MKKMDesigns on Etsy

In Flight Snacks Sign – shared by Mimi’s Dollhouse

Airplane Buffet Backdrop – spotted on Pinterest

Yellow and White Airplane Tablescape and Centerpiece – shared on Every Last Detail
Vintage Airplane Flight Path Floor Décor – shared by Kara’s Party Ideas
Luggage Drop Off – also shared by Nat Your Average Girl
In Flight Snacks Sign – shared by Mimi’s Dollhouse
Travel Advice for the Parents-To-Be on Their Journey – shared by Le Petit Papier
Vintage Airplane Sandwiches – shared by Hostess with the Mostess
Airplane Buffet Backdrop – spotted on Pinterest
Baggage Claim and Airplane Baby Shower Instant Download Kit – made and sold by MKKMDesigns on Etsy
Next Stop Parenthood Sign – shared by Nat Your Average Girl
Time Flies When You’re Having Fun Vintage Airplane Invitation – available on I Heart to Party

In need of vintage travel wedding ideas? I’ve created an inspiration board for that specific theme, see it HERE.

Vintage Travel Inspired Wedding Idea Board

Vintage Travel Inspired Wedding Idea Board
See the full post here:
https://uniquepasticheevents.com/2015/08/12/vintage-travel-inspired-wedding-idea-board/

Looking for more travel and airplane inspired décor? You’ll want to check out my board on Pinterest dedicated to all things travel and airplane party and wedding related!

What do you think of travel inspired parties and weddings?

Backyard S’mores Party Ideas

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It’s crazy to think that the summer is just a few weeks away from being over, and even harder to think about how this time last year, I was designing a party idea board for a backyard movie party under the stars. With today being National S’more’s Day, I thought it would be appropriate to add a new party idea board to our growing collection of summertime celebration themes. Why not combine a movie night under the stars with a s’mores campfire session? Seems like the perfect way to say goodbye to summer.

Here’s what I had in mind for this backyard s’mores party idea board:

Backyard S’more’s Party Ideas by Unique Pastiche Events

Backyard S’more’s Party Ideas by Unique Pastiche Events

Be sure to find out where I found each of the party elements in this week’s party inspiration board:

Bonfire and S’more’s Birthday Invitation Printable – created and sold by Invites2Adore on Etsy

Hay Seating Around a Fire Pit – spotted on Pinterest

S’mores Station – also spotted on Pinterest

Outdoor Bench Seating with Market String Lights – shared by The Home Depot Blog

Backyard Scavenger Hunt – shared on Apartment Therapy

S’mores Menu Printable Download – created and sold by SweetFestivity on Etsy

Campfire Cake – shared by Hallmark

Bonfire in Forest Near Party – shared by Capital Romance

Outdoor Bench Seating with Market String Lights – shared by The Home Depot Blog
Backyard Scavenger Hunt – shared on Apartment Therapy
S’mores Menu Printable Download – created and sold by SweetFestivity on Etsy
Bonfire in Forest Near Party – shared by Capital Romance
Campfire Cake – shared by Hallmark
Bonfire and S’more’s Birthday Invitation Printable – created and sold by Invites2Adore on Etsy
Hay Seating Around a Fire Pit
S’mores Station

 How to do you like to celebrate the end of summer and welcome the fall season?

End of Summer Dinner Party Soiree in Berry Hues

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Yes, I realize that TECHNICALLY summer isn’t over for a few more weeks. But you know what? It’s hot. It’s realllllly hot here in Florida. Low to mid-90s, high humidity, all sunshine, minimal rain. It’s brutal. So to take my mind off the heat, I thought about what I would do to make the most of this weekend, leading me into this week’s party ideas board. I was thinking how great it would be to have a beautiful patio, with nice rich shades of dark purples and plums. This fairytale patio would be the perfect setting for my end of summer, dinner party soiree.  Delicious berries would be the highlight of the menu. From cool drinks to sweet treats, a hint of berry could be found throughout the evening. Simple centerpieces near a vibrant, living wall of succulents with candlelight shimmering from hanging lanterns, would just make for a wonderful evening among friends and family. While I’m waving my magic wand to dream this up, I throw in an extra swish and flick to get a personal chef who would prepare this meal. Oh and a helpful staff that would help tidy up after!
Here’s what I had in mind for this berry hued summer dinner party:

End of Summer Dinner Party Soiree in Berry Hues

End of Summer Dinner Party Soiree in Berry Hues

Be sure to see where I found each of the different elements from this week’s summer dinner soiree:

Berry and Plum Modern Outdoor Living Room Patio – shared by the Seattle Times

Plum and Purple Party Invitation Printable – created and sold by Time4TeaParties on Etsy

Purple, Plum, and Berry Food Display – spotted on Pinterest

Vertical Succulent Wall (to be used as a photo backdrop) – spotted on Tumblr

Red Wine Berry Spritzer – recipe shred by Aggie’s Kitchen

Purple Plum Submerged Wisteria Centerpieces – shared by Desiree Banka on Flickr

Blackberry Ombre Popsicles – recipe shared by Tutti Dolci, All Sweets

Purple Plum Petal Photo Booth Backdrop – shared by blkbridalbliss on Instagram

Red Wine Berry Spritzer – recipe shred by Aggie’s Kitchen
Vertical Succulent Wall (to be used as a photo backdrop)
Blackberry Ombre Popsicles – recipe shared by Tutti Dolci, All Sweets
Purple Plum Petal Photo Booth Backdrop – shared by blkbridalbliss on Instagram
Purple Plum Submerged Wisteria Centerpieces – shared by Desiree Banka on Flickr
Purple, Plum, and Berry Food Display
Berry and Plum Modern Outdoor Living Room Patio – shared by the Seattle Times
Plum and Purple Party Invitation Printable – created and sold by Time4TeaParties on Etsy

What is your favorite end of summer tradition?

Coastal Christmas Holiday Party

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I don’t want to alarm you, but there’s roughly 165 days till Christmas!

I know, I know. We JUST had the Fourth of July. How could I possibly be thinking about Christmas?

And you know WHY I’m thinking of Christmas? Because I absolutely love the idea of hosting a Christmas in July party. Being a native Floridian, it’s hard to really wrap your head around the “white Christmas” where everyone is snuggled up by the fire. We’re usually happy if 85 is the high for the day. But that doesn’t mean we don’t have a spectacular Christmas with beautiful decor!

This week I’ve taken on a challenge: to improve on my original tropical Christmas from ages ago. Back in 2012 when I was just starting to put together these party idea boards, I shared this Tropical Christmas Dinner Party. At the time, I of course thought it was great, and everything went together. Now, I look at it and see many ways to improve.

My 2016 take on this theme is create an elegant and beautiful coastal Christmas holiday party. Soft hues of blue with creamy whites, textures of shells, and strategically chic accents. What a clarified version of the same thought!

Here’s what I had in mind for the seaside beach Christmas party:

Coastal Christmas Holiday Party

Coastal Christmas Holiday Party

Be sure to stop by and see where I found each of this week’s ideas:

Coastal Chic Designer Christmas Tree –shared by Seahorse and Stripes

Christmas Coastal Scene – shared by Sorted with Style

Beach Inspired Christmas Stockings – shared in a round up post by Indeed Décor

Shell Christmas Trees Décor – shared in a round up post by Designer Décor

Seaside Coastal Beach Santa – spotted on Ebay

Coastal Beach Tablescape – shared by Williams Sonoma

Christmas Coastal Scene – shared by Sorted with Style
Beach Inspired Christmas Stockings – shared in a round up post by Indeed Décor
Coastal Beach Tablescape – shared by Williams Sonoma
Coastal Chic Designer Christmas Tree –shared by Seahorse and Stripes
Shell Christmas Trees Décor – shared in a round up post by Designer Décor
Seaside Coastal Beach Santa

How would you celebrate Christmas by the sea?

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Starry Night Sparkler Wedding

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Picture a magical evening wedding under the stars: twinkling lights draping down from a massive oak tree, suspended over the place where you and your loved ones are gathered to witness your wedding ceremony…..sparklers illuminate your reception, taking focus in your centerpieces, your cake, your send off, and even your photo opps. That’s what I envisioned when putting together this starry night sparkler wedding idea board. Something magical, something different, and something truly memorable. I think this week’s wedding inspiration board captures those things and so much more. Here’s what I had in mind:

Starry Night Sparkler Wedding

Starry Night Sparkler Wedding

Be sure to see where I found each of the elements for this week’s starry night sparkler wedding idea board:

Wedding Ceremony Under the Illuminated Tree – shared in a roundup post on Huffington Post

Sparkler Grand Exit – photo shared on Sparklersonline.com

Sparkler Centerpieces with Eclectic Vases – shared by Southern Living

“Let Love Sparkle” Sparkler Send Off Sign – chalkboard printable created and sold by HandsInTheAttic on Etsy

First Dance Surrounded by Sparklers – shared by weddingdream on Instagram

White Tiered Cake with Sparklers – shared in a round up post by Pop Sugar

Magical Starry Sparkler Light Wedding Photo Opp Under the Gazebo – spotted on Pinterest

Magical Starry Sparkler Light Wedding Photo Opp Under the Gazebo – spotted on Pinterest
White Tiered Cake with Sparklers – shared in a round up post by Pop Sugar
First Dance Surrounded by Sparklers – shared by weddingdream on Instagram
Sparkler Grand Exit
Sparkler Centerpieces with Eclectic Vases – shared by Southern Living
“Let Love Sparkle” Sparkler Send Off Sign – chalkboard printable created and sold by HandsInTheAttic on Etsy
Wedding Ceremony Under the Illuminated Tree – shared in a roundup post on

Have you ever been to an outdoor wedding under the stars?

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Modern Orange and Citrus Summer Party

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It’s hard to believe that 3 years ago I shared my “Lemon and Lime” summer dinner party on my original blog, A Sparkly Life for Me. I almost had forgotten about it until I was scrolling through my master wedding and party ideas Pinterest board. When I saw that original post, I was drawn back to when I was dreaming up all the possibilities. Originally, it had crossed my mind to do a general citrus party, with all sorts of varieties and colors included. I shortly thereafter realized that there were far too many ideas out there that I wanted to incorporate, and not enough time in the world to narrow down my top choices for just one board. I’m sure at the time I thought I would do the other citrus that didn’t fit the lemon or lime ballot later….. but I’ve just had too many other good ideas I wanted to share it seems!

Now, years later, I’m pleased to share with you this modern take on a citrus inspired summer party. I did not want to use TOO much of the expected orange slices, but rather, keep them as accents to the overall look. Here’s what I had in mind for this modern orange and citrus summer party idea board:

Modern Orange and Citrus Summer Party

Modern Orange and Citrus Summer Party

Be sure to see where I found each of the images in this week’s party inspiration board:

Modern Orange and White Tablescape with Orange Citrus Fruit – spotted on Pinterest

Clean White with Pops of Orange Cabana and Party Lounge – shared on Style Me Pretty

Tequila Sunrise Mimosa Signature Drink – recipe shared by Just Putzing Around the Kitchen

Crate Paper Backdrop in Citrus Hues – featured in a roundup post by Babble

Orange Slice Cake – recipe shared on MyRecipes

Vibrant Orange Flower Centerpiece with Orange Slices – spotted in Pinterest

Orange and White Modern Tablescape Décor – spotted on Pinterest

Citrus Dots Invitations and Request Cards – created and sold by PrettilyPrintable on Etsy

Modern Orange and White Tablescape with Orange Citrus Fruit
Orange and White Modern Tablescape Décor
Citrus Dots Invitations and Request Cards – created and sold by PrettilyPrintable on Etsy
Clean White with Pops of Orange Cabana and Party Lounge – shared on Style Me Pretty
Tequila Sunrise Mimosa Signature Drink – recipe shared by Just Putzing Around the Kitchen
Crate Paper Backdrop in Citrus Hues – featured in a roundup post by Babble
Orange Slice Cake – recipe shared on MyRecipes
Vibrant Orange Flower Centerpiece with Orange Slices

Need more citrus themed party décor ideas? You’ll love my board on Pinterest dedicated to all things Citrus Party. Check it out HERE.

What citrus hues do you gravitate to most?

Magical Midsummer’s Night Wedding Ideas

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“Fairy dust is like love, it creates magic whenever you give it away.” I found that quote on Pinterest the other day, as I was browsing some stunning centerpieces. It inspired me to create a magical midsummer’s night wedding idea board to share with you this week. There are oh so many takes on a midsummer’s night wedding out there, filled with over grown foliage and floral blooms. I’m sure you’ve seen them all if you spend more than 5 minutes a week on Pinterest. To add my interpretation of this popular wedding theme, I opted for an ever so slightly more modern take. Instead of having blooming flowers and green vines everywhere, I decided to incorporate more aged and woven vines. You’ll see in a number of the inspirational images there are rich dark vines, often shown woven into unique shapes. And no garden party is complete without an abundance of fairy lights! Combined, I think these elements make for a spectacular evening wedding and reception.

Here’s what I had in mind:

Magical Midsummer’s Night Wedding Ideas

Magical Midsummer’s Night Wedding Ideas

Be sure to see where I found each of these images:

Overgrown Garden Wedding Altar with Vines and Greenery – shared in a roundup post on Huffington Post

Fairy Light Wedding Bouquet Ball – spotted on Tumblr

Midsummer’s Night Vine Wrapped Swing – shared in the Style Me Pretty Vault

Fairy Twinkle Light Arbor over Garden Estate Table shared on Bodas Y Weddings

Vines and Hanging Lights Tablescape – spotted on Pinterest

Hanging Vine Spheres with Fairy Lights – spotted on Pinterest

Hammock Swing Surrounded by Vines and Fairy Lights – spotted on Pinterest

Overgrown Garden Wedding Altar with Vines and Greenery – shared in a roundup post on Huffington Post
Fairy Twinkle Light Arbor over Garden Estate Table shared on Bodas Y Weddings
Hanging Vine Spheres with Fairy Lights
Midsummer’s Night Vine Wrapped Swing – shared in the Style Me Pretty Vault
Hammock Swing Surrounded by Vines and Fairy Lights
Fairy Light Wedding Bouquet Ball – spotted on Tumblr

fairy

Do you like garden inspired parties and weddings?

For more garden inspired event décor, check out my Garden Party board on Pinterest.

Golden Pineapple – Summer Party Ideas

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What a colorful summer it’s been, here on the blog! I’ve been loving the combination of vibrant summery hues with strong golds lately. If you were to take a look at some of my most recent posts, you’d see all the color I’ve been incorporating in all sorts of interesting elements for each event.

This week I thought I would combine gold (in the form of golden pineapples) with bold summer hues, with a touch of elegance by incorporating black and white stripes. While it sounds like a lot, I actually think the trio is quite impressive together. There’s something about each of these elements that balances the other out, so as to not let any one element overly dominate the design. This themed party could be used for summer wedding receptions, birthday parties, or even just a fun night with friends and family. Lots of great options!

Since I could probably go on and on about how intriguing I find incorporating golden pineapples as party décor, I’d rather have you see what I had in mind. Here’s what I’m thinking for this week’s party idea board:

Golden Pineapple – Summer Party Ideas

Golden Pineapple – Summer Party Ideas

Be sure to see where I found each of these fantastic images:

Golden Pineapple and Tropical Green Palm Leaves – shared by HOMEPOLISH

Colorful Tiered Cake with Black and White Stripes and a Golden Pineapple – shared by MidwestBride

Outdoor Bowling with Golden Pineapples – shared in a roundup post on POPSUGAR

Golden Pineapple Layered Cake – shared by MidwestBride

Golden Pineapple with Black and White Stripes Tablescape – shared by Better Homes and Gardens

Colorful Party Food Dessert Table with a Golden Pineapple – shared in a roundup post on Happy Wedd

Party Table with Hot Pink Napkins, Palm Leaves, and a Golden Pineapple – shared on 100 Layer Cake

Party Table with Hot Pink Napkins, Palm Leaves, and a Golden Pineapple – shared on 100 Layer Cake
Golden Pineapple Layered Cake – shared by MidwestBride
Outdoor Bowling with Golden Pineapples – shared in a roundup post on POPSUGAR
Colorful Party Food Dessert Table with a Golden Pineapple – shared in a roundup post on Happy Wedd
Colorful Tiered Cake with Black and White Stripes and a Golden Pineapple – shared by MidwestBride
Golden Pineapple with Black and White Stripes Tablescape – shared by Better Homes and Gardens
Golden Pineapple and Tropical Green Palm Leaves – shared by HOMEPOLISH

Could you sip an ice cold piña colada out of a golden pineapple while laying poolside?

Wine Glass Painting Party Ideas {for National Wine Day}

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In honor of National Wine Day, May 25, I present to you this party idea and inspiration board, full of wine themed party décor. I envision this party theme being used for a birthday party, or perhaps a bachelorette party, where lots of wine is enjoyed, and there is plenty of good spirited company around to celebrate with. A wine glass painting party should be in a comfortable area, where people are free to roam about and mingle as their work is drying, and they can nibble on finger foods as they walk about and enjoy the creation of their fellow guests.

For this wine glass painting party, here’s what I had in mind:

Wine Glass Painting Party Ideas {for National Wine Day}

Wine Glass Painting Party Ideas {for National Wine Day}

Here’s where I found each of the elements used to create this week’s party idea board:

Painting Party Birthday Invitation – created and sold by NineEighteenBirthday on Etsy

Abstract Watercolor Paper Flowers on a Gold Backdrop Photo Booth Wall – shared in a roundup post by Engaged and Inspired

Eclectic and Colorful Tablescape and Centerpiece – featured on 100 Layer Cake

Abstract Artistic Painted Cake – by Maggie Austin Cake

DIY Wine Glass Painting Party Kit – created and sold by LaBicheBoutique on Etsy

Painting Party Birthday Invitation – created and sold by NineEighteenBirthday on Etsy
DIY Wine Glass Painting Party Kit – created and sold by LaBicheBoutique on Etsy
Eclectic and Colorful Tablescape and Centerpiece – featured on 100 Layer Cake
Abstract Artistic Painted Cake – by Maggie Austin Cake
Abstract Watercolor Paper Flowers on a Gold Backdrop Photo Booth Wall – shared in a roundup post by Engaged and Inspired

Are you a wine fan?

Check out my other posts involving wine HERE, or check out my “Wine and Cheese Party Idea” board on Pinterest HERE.

A Gilded Botanical Wedding

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We’re doing it up like Midas today! Roses dipped in gold, garlands of gold bay leaves, centerpieces featuring gold garlands over crystal….the list of gold elements in this week’s wedding idea board is quite long. But don’t worry! I’ve included all the links below to the sites where each of these images were found.

The inspiration for this week’s wedding idea board actually came about when I was looking at my “Unusual and Unique Wedding Bouquet” board on Pinterest working on last week’s inspiration board. (If you missed that inspiration board, it’s a fun and modern tropical beach wedding. Go see it here.) I had been browsing through that board and saw it. A bouquet of golden roses. Over the top but completely fabulous. I knew I had to do something with it.

After thinking about it a little more, and looking back at some of the other posts I did with gold, I wanted to try something different. Botanical elements kept catching my eye, so I opted to feature lots of different types of gold leafs and foliage elements.

Here’s what I had in mind:

A Gilded Botanical Wedding

A Gilded Botanical Wedding

Be sure to see where I found each and every one of these elements:

Gold Leaf and Branch Wedding Cake – shared by Ruffled

Gold Script “The Best Thing to Hold On To Is Each Other,” Quote on Green Boxwood Wedding Ceremony Backdrop – shared on Ruffled

Folk Filigree Gold Foil Invitations – created and sold by pandercraft on Minted

Gold Rose Wedding Bouquet – shared on Bridal Guide

Gold Magnolia Leaf Escort Cards – shared on Southern Weddings Magazine

Golden Branch and Leaves Centerpiece – shared by The Arrangement Company

Bay Leaf Gold Garland – available on SaveOnCrafts

Crystal Candelabra with Gold Leaf Garland Centerpiece – shared by MODwedding

Gold Script “The Best Thing to Hold On To Is Each Other,” Quote on Green Boxwood Wedding Ceremony Backdrop – shared on Ruffled
Folk Filigree Gold Foil Invitations – created and sold by pandercraft on Minted
Golden Branch and Leaves Centerpiece – shared by The Arrangement Company
Crystal Candelabra with Gold Leaf Garland Centerpiece – shared by MODwedding
Gold Leaf and Branch Wedding Cake – shared by Ruffled
Gold Magnolia Leaf Escort Cards – shared on Southern Weddings Magazine
Gold Rose Wedding Bouquet – shared on Bridal Guide
Bay Leaf Gold Garland – available on SaveOnCrafts

What do you think of this wedding with the gold touch of Midas? Would you prefer another metallic finish over the gold?

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