Cutest DIY ‘Batkin’ Rings

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These are the cutest little bat napkin rings ever. This is one of those crafts that doesn’t really look “crafty.” I think they look quite elegant in the picture above!  These are easy to make in a few simple steps using black felt and a template. See the full instructions and download the template at… Read More

Lovely Autumn Centerpiece

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I found this lovely centerpiece display on Boston Mamas. This is perfect for a fall tabletop, or for Thanksgiving. It uses nuts and lentils to fill cylandar vases, and incorporates oranges (or use mini pumpkins) tied with ribbon and topped with an orchid. This is so beautiful and eco-friendly too!

Halloween Party Projects

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 If you are looking for some cute DIY projects to do for a Halloween get-together, check out these ideas from Value Village. There are printable templates and step-by-step instructions for each of these projects, and more.  A few of my personal favorites are the glasses with the “eye balls,” the painted spider web stemware, and… Read More

FREE Printable Envelope Label Wraps

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 Next time you’re mailing invitations, greeting cards, or thank you notes, give it a wrap with these cool labels from A Very Chocolate Wedding. Print the recipients address on one end and the return address on the other. Print it on adhesive paper, cut out, and stick it on the envelope so it wraps around… Read More

Create Your Own Fabric

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Do you love to coordinate your party to a tee? Now you can go one step further by creating your own fabric to match another image you’re working with. I was first introduced to this concept while reading one of my favorite blogs, Room Remix. There is a great site, Fabric On Demand, which gives… Read More

Moss Panels

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If you read my interview over at Pepper Design blog, then you know my love for what I call “party art.” From party pics, you also know I have a buffet in my dining room which is the perfect place for me to hang some type of art or decor that coordinates with the rest… Read More

Special Touches Make Your Gift Shine!

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Posts are kind of short and sweet this week as I am consumed with helping with the Virginia Operation Shower event(Yay! more on that later) However, I wanted to share this fabulous gift arrangement from Paper Source blog, becouse I know how much you guys love to make things cute, and love to do it… Read More

Get Crafty!

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Today’s party lesson, boys and girls, takes us to art class! I found all these fantabulous crafty ideas at BHG and immediately thought of ways they would be used in showers and parties. Notice the owl collage up there…That would be a fantastic focal point hanging above the drinks or dessert bar(done in your chosen… Read More

That’s A Wrap

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I love giving edible favors. For the most part, everyone loves a sweet treat, and it’s affordable. While searching for some other ideas recently, I came across several great ideas for wrapping candy bars….thanks Google Image! For starters, you can make wrappers like the ones at top from KSpinning, by wrapping a candy bar with… Read More

Who Knew The Magic Of Cellophane?!

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On a tight budget? Break out the cellophane! These vases are filled with crumpled cellophane and water, people!!!! And if it’s good enough for a wedding of 500 guests, then it’s good enough for you ; ) I found this on Australia Entertains, and was their way of working with a “tight” budget….hmmm, okay, I’ll… Read More