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ENTERTAINING, PARTY ideas | July 2, 2009

Patriotic Bunting Banner Flags on etsy

This is a well-done Patriotic Bunting Banner Flags for the Fourth of July. springchick used the flag elements on a good taste manner. As you know, I am not a fan of displaying the flag at any party. This is a more subtle way to achieve the same result. By changing a pattern or two, it [...]

ENTERTAINING, PARTY ideas | July 2, 2009

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Awesome DIY Sparkler Cards, Matchbook Covers and Straw Tags for Fourth of July

The super talented Kathleen of Twig & Thistle has designed the cutest party celebration kit for the Fourth of July. Her design is modern, festive and elegant. Build your party around these elements. You could print a second batch of sparkler cards to glue on handmade paper cones. Use the cones to serve cashews, popcorn [...]

ENTERTAINING, PARTY ideas | March 31, 2009

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DIY Graduation Party Decor Ideas

A college graduate contacted me because he was looking for affordable and colorful party decorations and possibly a theme for their graduation party. The graduates are multicultural so it may be a nice touch to add elements of several cultures. Instead of coming out with a party theme, I am sharing awesome DIY craft projects [...]

ENTERTAINING, PARTY ideas | January 24, 2009

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Celebrating the Mad Men way

I started to watch Mad Men lately. The storyline is great. The series also grabbed my attention for the set designs and the fashion. I have a thing for the glamour behind the world of advertising although I do not watch TV ads. And it is fun to watch the customs of the 60s. It reminds [...]

ENTERTAINING, KIDS party, PARTY ideas | January 3, 2009

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My 2008 Posts in Review: September

I selected those because they bring something different. + I featured a real-life party with this impressive Chinese theme birthday party for a 8-year old girl. I like the idea of educating kids on another cultures while entertaining them. This unique party was put together by the mother with her daughter. + I am a [...]

ENTERTAINING, PAPER goods, PARTY ideas | January 1, 2009

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My 2008 Posts in Review: May

On a personal note, May 2008 marked a turning point. It will always have a special meaning since my ACL reconstruction surgery happened on May 1st. I expect my leg to be fully recovered in a couple of months. Let me tell me that I am thrilled to see the end of tunnel of a [...]

ENTERTAINING, PARTY ideas

October 10, 2008

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Mad Hatter Tea Party for Moms and Kids

I found these pictures online on the Web site of Hallmark Magazine. You can throw an Alice in Wonderland Style tea party in a large backyard or rent a section of a city park. The Tabletop Create a long table with folding plastic table. The design calls for quirky elements. It looks even [...]

FOOD + drinks, PARTY ideas

October 7, 2008

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Crystal Head Vodka

When I saw this bottle on NOTCOT, I wished for a bottle like that at my party. I still have to taste it to form an opinion about its taste. But one thing is for sure, you can always invent signature cocktails that will enhance the very slight creamy sweetness of the Crystal Head Vodka. The Crystal [...]

ENTERTAINING, PARTY ideas, TABLESCAPE

September 25, 2008

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3 Iterations for an Housewarming Party Theme

The migration of the birds inspires me to create an autumnal housewarming party theme. As I assembled my montages, I could not decide which one I like the best. I composed three mood boards for the tabletop. They all reuse the same main components. I want to know which one you prefer? Before you [...]

ENTERTAINING, PARTY ideas

August 26, 2008

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Orange and Teal Party Theme

The hardest thing for many people is to find a theme for their party. For everyday entertaining, the key is to find a connection, a directing line for your décor. Why not get inspired by a color scheme for your next party? Looking at the handpicked items picked by Efratom, you can feel the [...]

ENTERTAINING, PARTY ideas

August 14, 2008

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The Coolest Apple Red and Tiffany Blue Wedding Theme

The details of this wedding celebration are incredible. Looking at the superb pictures, it is obvious that the party was filled with joy, amusement and the right amount of sophistication. I simply love it! Getting Some Inspirations It is simple to recycle this wedding concept for all occasions. The classical metal urn elevates the [...]

EVERYDAY entertaining, PARTY ideas

August 12, 2008

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An Eclectic Moroccan Dinner Party Theme

Profit of the occasion while you cook the Chermoula bass and invite some friends for a casual dinner party. Spice it up with an eclectic Moroccan décor. With a few accessories, you can transform any outdoor space into an exotic oasis. Building on Other Styles What I am proposing is a modernized, more eclectic version. [...]

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