party ideas

Summer Camp for Kids: Pirate Day, Arrrrr

by Marie July 25, 2011

Summer Camp guest post by Aimee and Bettijo of Paging Supermom. Arrrrr Mateys! We’re Aimee and Bettijo, the Sometimes Supermoms from the blog Paging Supermom. With summer in full swing, we decided to step up our typical playdate with a little theme: Pirate Day. Check out these simple ideas to turn your around-the-house items into [...]

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St. Patrick’s Day Sweet Chex

by Marie March 16, 2011

This recipe for Sweet Chex Mix from This Week for Dinner is one of my all time favorite snacks. It’s almost too easy to make and can feed a large crowd, perfect for a party. I’ve added a little something extra to the mix for St. Patrick’s day, green m&ms. They are a perfect addition [...]

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New Year’s Eve Poppers

by Marie December 28, 2010

The kids are getting excited for New Year’s Eve, mostly to bang pots and pans! To add another fun activity to the mix, we’re making some homemade poppers, inspired from Christmas crackers. We’re placing in paper confetti and leftover holiday candy in them for the kids to pop and enjoy! Supplies for New Year’s Eve [...]

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Personalized Kids Cups for the New Year

by Marie December 27, 2010

New Year’s Eve is a time for celebration, ringing in the new year to come. Even kids want to get in on the fun! So I’ve come up with a way for the kids to say “cheers” to the new year with their own personalized glasses and sparkling cider. Supplies for New Year’s Cups: plastic [...]

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Tips for Hosting a Party for 350 Women

by Marie August 14, 2010

After putting on a huge amazing party in NYC for 350 blogging women before the big blogging conference BlogHer, I’ve learned a thing or two about party planning. This is the second year of SocialLuxe Lounge and I’ve got a few tips for you if you ever plan to host a party for a large [...]

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Dressing Up a Present with Wrapping Paper

by Marie August 5, 2010

Guest post by Brittany of One Charming Party I don’t like to put presents in cutsie bags with tissue paper–I’m a wrapping paper girl all the way. But to keep it from getting boring I like to mix things up every once in a while. Here’s a fun and quick way to dress up a [...]

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Quick and Easy Sewn Paper Garlands

by Little Birdies February 16, 2010

Paper garlands are a beautiful accent for any party or home decor. They are really easy to make and can match any theme. First, you will need to start with cardstock punched out in your desired shape. You can use punches, die cut machines, a Cricut, or just plain scissors. Next, you will need to [...]

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Eco-Friendly Celebrating

by Marie July 16, 2009

I’m excited to have Vanessa from I Never Grew Up here today as my guest. She’s sharing some great tips on throwing an Eco-Friendly party, reusing your decor to help the environment. Our little family is still pretty new so we are discovering our own traditions and ways to make yearly celebrations special. Every day [...]

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Mini Lightsabers Spring into Action

by Marie March 2, 2009

These mini Lightsabers sprang into action when my son turned 6 and we threw him a Star Wars Birthday Party. I was coming up with fun Star Wars related crafts and this one popped into my head. They make for great party favors and fit perfectly into little hands. Supplies for Mini Lightsabers: Pipe Cleaner [...]

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Swiped Any Good White Elephants This Year?

by Marie December 16, 2008

We’ve got 2 more White Elephant parties lined up this week and I need some new ideas. My white elephants presents are never the coveted, stolen, or traded ones. I want that perfect white elephant that gets the good reaction and keeps changing hands. I posted about this for last year’s White Elephant Party and [...]

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