Make sure your guests know they have arrived at the right place Put something out of the ordinary outside, so party guests feel welcome and know they have come to the right place. Balloons, a sign, some streamers, chalk message on the sidewalk, anything that will stand out so people are comfortable they are knocking … Continue reading Make Your Party Guests Feel Welcome
Thanksgiving Planning – Menu
Finally starting to feel like fall here in Southern California, its in the upper 60's, some of the trees are starting to turn color and the air feels crisp. We don't get the beautiful fall leaves like places on the East coast but I still love the change in weather. Halloween is over and its … Continue reading Thanksgiving Planning – Menu
Thanksgiving Planning – Guest List
Hopefully you are making your way through the planning guide for Thanksgiving . By the end of this week you should have the 8 week items checked off and moving on to the 6 week items on the list. If you haven't, no worries there is still time but the sooner you get started the … Continue reading Thanksgiving Planning – Guest List
Thanksgiving Planning Guide
Thanksgiving is just 7 weeks away which means it is the perfect time to start planning, if you haven't already started. But even if you are seeing this long after this is posted and Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away, it's almost never too late to get start planning. The one I feel … Continue reading Thanksgiving Planning Guide
DIY Hidden Tablecloth Weight
This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a commission if you make a purchase. Tablecloth weights are a necessity for outdoor parties and events. Last thing you want is your tablecloth blowing up and landing in your artichoke dip. Windy or not a … Continue reading DIY Hidden Tablecloth Weight
Army Camouflage 60th Birthday Party
Celebrated my aunt's 60th birthday at an her favorite Asian buffet restaurant. She used to participate in battle reenactments and growing up my other aunt remembers her playing with GI Joes instead of barbie dolls. So a army camouflage birthday party theme was a little out of my realm but it turned out to … Continue reading Army Camouflage 60th Birthday Party
St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Simplified
St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner again. Another holiday to use an excuse to get together with friends and family to drink, eat and wear green. Well, actually it is a day to celebrate the Irish, commemorate Saint Patrick and a day of feast. Last year I put together a very last … Continue reading St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Simplified
Inexpensive Vase Filler Ideas
Simple, easy to find at home, in nature, dollar store or craft store vase filler ideas. Planning your next party, maybe it's a wedding shower, a retirement party or any party and you will usually need something to fill up. Vases, jars, bowls, pots, boxes, buckets, usually there is something at a party that … Continue reading Inexpensive Vase Filler Ideas
Make a Donut Stand & Sign for a DIY Donut Bar
How to create donut stacking stands and a colorful donut sign for a DIY donut bar. In the last post, Add a DIY Donut Bar to Your Next Party, I explained all the essentials you need for a DIY donut bar. Of course the sky is the limit for the embellishments and extras you can add … Continue reading Make a Donut Stand & Sign for a DIY Donut Bar
Add a DIY Donut Bar to Your Next Party
DIY Donut Bars, they are still popping up all over Pinterest. Why? Because they are wonderfully delicious, super simple, and are so much fun!!! They are being used at weddings receptions, brunches, baby showers, graduations and birthday parties. I did a DIY donut bar two years ago for my mom's 60th birthday and I don't … Continue reading Add a DIY Donut Bar to Your Next Party