real parties

19 Mar

REAL PARTIES: A “Curious George” Inspired Birthday Party for Grant

Today’s Real Party feature – a colorful Curious George-inspired birthday party – comes from the talented Esther of My Bride Story.
There are so many things I LOVE about this party, but here are a few stand-outs:
1. From the “milk shooters” topped with chocolate chip cookies to the colorful & contemporary DIY felt garlands, this party [...]

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Read more → Posted on March 19th, 2010 at 3:56pm

12 Mar

A Bright & Cheery Summer Wedding

categories: real parties, wedding ideas

Today’s Real Wedding feature is guaranteed to add a little sunshine to your day! This “Bright & Cheery Summer Wedding” was coordinated by Courtney of Joyful Weddings & Events, and the attention to detail is fantastic!
Prepare to be inspired by things like gorgeous, vibrant flower arrangements, a fabulous wheatgrass cake stand and dessert and candy [...]

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Read more → Posted on March 12th, 2010 at 10:53am

10 Mar

REAL PARTIES: Bedtime Stories Birthday

categories: birthday party ideas, kids party ideas, real parties

I have to admit that today’s Real Party feature makes me extra-happy… because it was inspired by a theme found right here at HWTM! Jennifer Gentry took our Bedtime Stories Baby Shower and spun it into a seriously fabulous birthday party for her son!
There are so many clever elements to this party… from the “story [...]

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Read more → Posted on March 10th, 2010 at 8:25pm

8 Mar

REAL PARTIES: “Love Birds” Theme

categories: bridal shower ideas, real parties, valentines day

Today’s adorable Real Party – created by Lindsey Mintrone of Bella Grace Party Designs – was originally designed as a Valentine’s Day celebration, but it would also serve as great inspiration for the always-popular “Love Birds” bridal shower theme!
From clever lollipop flower arrangements (so cute!) to a homemade “Love Birds Tree” centerpiece and adorable owl [...]

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Read more → Posted on March 8th, 2010 at 2:16pm

5 Mar

Real Parties: Alice in Wonderland Birthday

categories: kids party ideas, real parties, theme parties

I stumbled upon this absolutely AMAZING Alice in Wonderland-inspired party on photographer Jessica Claire’s blog a while back, and even though it’s been almost 3 years since the party actually took place, it still remains as one of the most adorable kids parties I’ve ever seen…

It also feels especially timely to feature this theme right [...]

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Read more → Posted on March 5th, 2010 at 9:44am

4 Mar

Twilight Inspired Wedding Part 2: Cake, Drinks, Bridal Bouquet & More

categories: real parties, wedding ideas

In continuing with the lovely Twilight Wedding Tablescape posted earlier today, here are some additional – and equally inspiring! – details from this creative & romantic theme by Lina and Heather…

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Read more → Posted on March 4th, 2010 at 5:45pm