I’m completely on board with this trend of party decor as cupcake topper. Especially when the result is this yummy plate of cuteness. Find a step-by-step photo tutorial to craft your own tissue paper pom pom cupcake toppers HERE at 6 Bittersweets and find details to enter the 6 Bittersweets giveaway of a dozen pom pom cupcake toppers.… Read More ...
Candy-Filled Cherries
I spotted this clever packaging idea from Martha Stewart on pinterest (bestest site ever, if you’ve not yet found that addiction). Learn to make candy filled cherry favors HERE at Martha.… Read More ...
Pool and Camp Cakes
Summer is on my mind, I guess. Though I never had a backyard pool and I never went to summer camp (ever, really, no summer camp here), I can’t help but appreciate the kid-appeal of these two cakes from BHG. Learn to make a pool cake HERE and a camp cake HERE.
Summer BBQ and Free Printables
Hmm, well I guess three posts in a row sharing links to free printables does not a “slew” make, but it did seem like a significant number of free printable posts when I started. These two photographs don’t do this summer BBQ party food table justice. Find more party details and these fabulous summer BBQ free printables HERE at The … Read More ...
Farewell to Oprah Free Party Printables
Now, for the next set of free printables… in keeping with the celebration of TV (because I always prefer to celebrate TV), Design Editor has created free printables for a farewell to Oprah viewing party. Sniffle. The printables include a sign, banner, Bingo, coordinating papers and squares to use as cupcake toppers, tags or whatever your heart desires. Find them … Read More ...
The Bachelorette Free Party Printables
OK everyone, I have a slew of freebie party printables coming your way, so I’ll post them all one after the other. Ready? First up: Celebrate the season premiere of The Bachelorette on Monday with these Bachelorette printables from Embellish, including a bachelorette Bingo and cupcake toppers.… Read More ...
Birthday Cake in a Jar
I swear, put something on a stick or in a jar, and I’m sold immediately. I do beg forgiveness for such repetition and predictability, but I can’t help it and probably won’t ever change. And as clever packaging or presentation can turn an edible into an edible craft, well, there ya’ go. And so, Birthday Cake in a Jar. Find … Read More ...
Robin Hood Party
Every now and then I spot one of those parties that just strikes me. Like an arrow. Robin Hood’s arrow. For example, this amazing Robin Hood-themed party for a little boy created by Tout Mon Amour. Find details from the party–ridiculously clever details, such as this cake and bullseye cookies —HERE at Kara’s Party Ideas, spotted on … Read More ...
Quinoa and Food Allergy Awareness Week
I know I rarely post on straight recipes that aren’t shaped into flowers or crafted into a food-version of Liz Lemon (see?), but in honor of Food Allergy Awareness Week, I’m compelled to make an exception. That, and I’m terribly excited for the impending publication of my friend’s new book, Don’t Kill the Birthday Girl: Tales from … Read More ...
Classic Baseball Concession Stand Party
I’m once again wowwed by another themed food table created by Spaceships and Laserbeams, masters of printable for “parties with boyish charm.” This time: A healthy(ish) concession stand with their Classic Baseball Collection. The food includes popcorn, apples, grapes, pretzels and chocolate covered berries. Find the Classic Baseball collection of printables HERE at the Spaceships and Laserbeams etsy shop. And … Read More ...
Candyland Birthday Party
Find a collection of ideas for favors, decor and food for a Candyland themed birthday party HERE at Parents. My favorite is this cake. (You must register at Parents.com to view recipes, but registration is free.)
Cupcake Pom Poms
I’m already picturing these in rainbow colors for my daughter’s rainbow-themed 4th. If she still loves rainbows and unicorns (and trains and carousels and Backyardigans) by August. Find a step-by-step photo tutorial to make your own (easily!) HERE at Kara’s Party Ideas.… Read More ...
DIY Dinner Parties
Find a roundup of ideas for hosting a hands-on, guests cook (or at least assemble) dinner party HERE at the kitchn, such as sliders, a burrito bar and sushi.… Read More ...
High Tea Recipes – Bridgerton Ideas
If you’re planning a high tea and want it to feel truly special — the kind of gathering where guests linger a little longer and compliment every bite — we’ve found a beautiful roundup of high tea recipes that will help you pull it off effortlessly. Whether you’re hosting a bridal shower, a birthday celebration, a Mother’s Day lunch, or … Read More ...
Dinosaur Birthday Party
Debbie from Wants and Wishes submitted the molten lava volcano cakes from this Dinosaur party. But this party is way too fabulous not to share the rest. Not only are there molten lava volcano cakes, but check out the toy dinosaur topped cupcakes, the cherry “lava” ball favors, and my favorite, the “hot lava” trifle, made from crushed Oreos, gummy … Read More ...