If you are looking for a great fall decorating idea then look no further this one is not only super easy but it's also eco-friendly. I have done this one for spring & fall parties, bridal showers, baby showers and weddings. I usually use the top of the martini shaker (it's the perfect size for tealights) or a drill for pumpkins but now I found this great candle carver. Love!!!
InStyle Magazine named Social Couture as one of their favorite website in this year's "Best of the Web" list. The magazine selected Social Couture as the best party decor & favors site. Check out the full list in the November 2009 issue.
Halloween is almost here and I can't wait!!! If I didn't say it before I will say it again, "I Love Halloween!" Fall is my favorite time of year and my favorite time of year to throw a party - I love the autumn chill and the smell of chimneys burning - it just seems so festive. So, if you haven't decided on your decor for your Halloween Party here are a few last minute ideas. The image above comes from Pottery Barn's Halloween Party - the great thing about Pottery Barn is that you can get good staples that you can reuse for many other events to come.
Bring a little glitz to your holiday gathering with this Halloween Party by All You Magazine. I love how they added the Halloween crafts and decorations. How great is the centerpiece?! Which is simple to make; Spray silk flowers then dust with glitter. Whatever you decide have fun with these devilishly clever decorations that can be used year after year.
This one comes from Better Homes & Garden - so fun!
Make a batch of spooktacular cocktails with Pottery Barn's Skull collection cocktail partyware.
I hope you enjoy these fantastic Halloween Tablescapes as much as I did. We would love to see (and post) some of your Halloween decorations.
1. Spider Placecard Holders - Have a haunting good time finding your spot at the table with these furry little black spider place card holders. Comes in a set of 6.
2. Witch's Black Hat - These adorable black witch hats make the perfect decoration whether by themselves or lined up. Use them to top each place setting for a spooktacular table set up. They are made of woven straw and come with an orange organza ribbon. Comes in a Set of 4.
3. Orange Paper Lantern - Fill the room with paper lanterns. Add your own black bat embellishments or creepy spiders. Indoor or outdoors, blowing in the wind or hanging over the table. Stack them up or hang them from a fishing pole. Nothing says party like paper lanterns. They really are today's version of streamers.
4. Black Candelabra - Just add cobwebs and dripping candles for the perfect Halloween centerpiece. All you need now is a little spooky music. Oh so eeerrrieeee!
I love it when companies make throwing a party easy (i.e. Social Couture - sorry had to say it) and I also love this printable partyware - so simple and absolutely adorable. This printable partyware collection includes everything from place cards to invitations, charming napkin rings to wine glass tags and so much more...Wow! What could be easier.
As many of you are aware, October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. My mother-in-law is a cancer survivor (she was one of the lucky ones). I have lost too many people over the years to this horrible disease and every day I spend with my family I am reminded just how important finding a Cure is.
Paper and Cake are doing their part in fighting this cause by donating 50% of the proceeds from each "Pink Party" sold straight to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation. So, do your part and throw a party!
You will find everything you need to throw a wonderful event In this gorgeous "Pink Party" collection.
PRINT • CUT • PARTY!
We dedicate the following playbook to the rookies and the seasoned pros alike, and we know this will help you score big with your guests.
SO - Give me an F, give me a U, give me an N….What’s that spell? FUN!! FUN-FUN-FUN –FUN-FUNNNNNN!
Here’s the game plan:
Pre-Game Warm-Up
The first and most important part of planning any game and any party is the preparation. So consider starting with a list of all the items that you’ll need. Write your guest list, and plan the food, snacks, serving wares, and drinks. Every detail is worth jotting down, and will make the execution as easy as checking items off your list. Also, make sure you choose an invitation that will set the tone of the party. The invitation will excite both you and your guests.We love these great football ticket invitations.
Team Roster
If you are tailgating don’t be afraid to enlist the help of friends that will be joining you. After you’ve determined what items you are going to need– including the all important food, snacks, and drinks, you can start delegating. Choose people you can rely on and who you know can complete a pass. Remember, there’s no “I” in TEAM.
The Playing Field
If you’re hosting a party at home, a kitchen buffet set-up lets you enjoy the game along with your guests, and make sure if you and your guests are going to be spending a good amount of time in the kitchen that you place dishes on a counter, an island or a table, and have a small television tuned into the game so nobody misses a crucial play. Wrap silverware in napkins paired with these adorable football napkin rings.
Team Spirit
Transform grass patches into playing fields with miniature plastic football players and goalposts. Place cheerful colored flowers bunched in simple glass vases. Set out a tray of football themed cupcakes as dessert and favors. And spread snacks around, easy and accessible by everyone.
Also, ladies – don’t be afraid of noise! Turn your TV up so that everyone can hear the pre-game interviews and keep track of the other big games that are going on that day. Let’s be honest, the guys will demand this anyway so make them happy and get the energy up right into the kick off.
And sure, you always hope the game is going to be action packed, but some games just turn out to be snoozers. A great way to get your guests excited is to start a pool for the game or pass out mini footballs to toss around during commercials- these also make for great favors.
Not everyone quite understands how to throw a pool, but trust me on this one the guys will love this and the girls will tune in just as eagerly to the game as the most ardent fans when money is on the line. This is how you do it:
On a piece of blank paper mark 10 columns across and 10 rows down for a table of 100 squares – DO NOT NUMBER THEM YET; however, above the columns write the name of the home team and to the left of the rows write the name of the visiting team. Have everyone write their names in each box and you can even charge people $1 dollar per square (or more!!!). When every square has been filled in, take 10 pieces of square scrap paper and write a number from 0 to 9 on each piece and throw them into a hat, shake it up and then randomly pull 1 piece/number out at a time and write that number on top and across the columns. Replace all 10 pieces of paper back into the hat, shake it up and do the same to randomly number the rows downward. Presto! There is your pool. Assuming you sold the squares for let’s say $1 a piece, the entire pool will be worth $100 to the winner and the winner is the person that owns the square that has the far right digit of the home team score as well as the far right digit of the score that corresponds to the visiting team. You can even split the money into 1st quarter, halftime, 3rd quarter and final score. This really will liven up any party, trust me!
Food
Consider the time of the game, as this can help you decide what type of food and drinks to serve. If it is a 10 am kickoff, then Bloody Marys would be the obvious drink of choice and Champagne/Mimosa Brunch might make for a lively and interesting twist to a football party.
When tailgating: Drinks actually might be the first thing you think of. With so many different options – beyond boring old beer, you’ll surely be able to find a drink that perfectly complements your menu. Be adventurous and use the flavors of the season– mint for those warm Indian summer afternoons, or cinnamon as the season moves into the cooler days of the playoffs.
Be sure to also offer nonalcoholic options, like iced tea and soda during the beginning of the season when it is still warm and hot chocolate and coffee during the colder months.
Remember, the key to any great party is all in the preparation. With a little forethought and an ounce of creativity, you’ll go a long way to ensure that your party is an S-U-C-C-E-S-S!!
Light up your life (or your table) with this great LED Table Runner. You can dress up any drab table or buffet with this great reusable LED table runner from Sylvania which provides up to 10 hours of illumination. What a great idea and a great way to set the mood of your next party.
I have seen a lot of pumpkin decorations but I have to say I have never seen anything hotter than this pumpkin bonfire. This was featured in the October issue of Better Homes & Garden and I was so impressed that I decided to share this idea with you. Pumpkins blaze in a brilliant bonfire - with no cinders, no ash, no alarming burn hole in your lawn (or clothes). The squash are carved with flames instead of faces. Create a log surround, stack the largest pumpkins on the bottom, and then work your way up. Votive candles add the fire. You can download a free flame pattern at BHG.com/bonfirepumpkin. So Chic!
Summer is officially over, the kids are back in school and fall is in full swing which means football season is here...Yippee!!! Pick-up the phone and have some friends over this weekend to watch your favorite college football team or your favorite pro team. Give your team the home field advantage with these fun football-themed cupcakes.
Step 1: Frost a cooled cupcake (baked from your favorite recipe) with green frosting, then mark the yard lines with white decorators' gel.
Step 2: For a pennant, wrap a fruit leather triangle around a pretzel stick and plant it in the field as shown.
Step 3: Set a chocolate-covered almond or brown almond M&M football topped with white decorators' gel laces on the field, and you're sure to score points with your favorite sports fans.
Tape it's not just for packages anymore. Ditch that plain packing tape for a vibrant, patterned version. Seriously, have you ever come across such adorable and practical sticky tapes? These delightful tapes definitely make sending and receiving packages (and packing boxes) more fun and creative. I think the next time I wrap a gift I am going to wrap the entire box in this charming tape. There are just so many ways that you can use this tape. Just think about the next time you throw a baby shower; tape it around the favor boxes to add a little extra color or for the holidays this year - how festive will that box of cookies look taped with this tape?!? Ok I know what you all want to know...Where do I get it?? The answer is Tapeswell and handful of other places. So, just remember if you are ever in a bind, "Tape it Up!"
