22 Oct

REAL PARTIES: Anthropologie Owl Baby Shower {Part 1}

categories: baby shower ideas, decorating ideas, real parties
REAL PARTIES: Anthropologie Owl Baby Shower {Part 1}

Blown. Away. Yep… that pretty much sums up how I felt after receiving images of this gorgeous “Anthropologie Owl Baby Shower“. Wow!
From frozen lemonade served in mason jars to owl-shaped paper hand fans to stunning floral arrangements displayed in pretty bottles and vintage vases, this party is overflowing with charm and thoughtful, creative details…

The baby [...]

8 Oct

REAL PARTIES: Alice in Wonderlandia

categories: birthday party ideas, bridal shower ideas, real parties, wedding
REAL PARTIES: Alice in Wonderlandia

You might remember the B is for Baby Shower party that the girls from Lollipop Events & Designs created earlier this year. I’m a huge fan of their modern-meets-whimsical style, and they’re back with another fabulous party theme to share!
This colorful “Alice in Wonderlandia” design is like your own personal fairy tale… charming, stylish, and [...]

6 Oct

Sneak Peek: Woodland Forest Theme Invitations and Party Favors

categories: baby shower ideas, kids party ideas
Sneak Peek: Woodland Forest Theme Invitations and Party Favors

Here’s a sneak peek at the invitations for the upcoming Woodland Forest Baby Shower I’m hosting in November. The different elements are from a few illustrations purchased at istockphoto.com (see below), and I plan to create some coordinating signage and favor tags for the actual party. I also like the idea of mailing these out [...]

30 Sep

Berry Sweet Shower Theme {Inspiration Board & Party Ideas}

categories: baby shower ideas, bridal shower ideas, inspiration boards
Berry Sweet Shower Theme {Inspiration Board & Party Ideas}

Here’s a peek at the inspiration board for a baby shower I’m styling in November. As you can probably guess, mom-to-be is having a girl! Chocolate-dipped strawberries and a pink & red palette were requested for the event, so I’m tentatively calling this theme “Berry Sweet“.
Pictured at top: Camellia Tissue Paper Pom Set; Boughs of [...]

29 Sep

Woodland Forest Party Theme – Part 2 {Creatures & Crafty Details}

categories: baby shower ideas, inspiration boards, paper party supplies
Woodland Forest Party Theme – Part 2 {Creatures & Crafty Details}

In continuing with the Woodland Forest party theme ideas, here are a few cute critters, scrapbook papers, and embellishments that would make for great “guest stars” and party decor!

Pictured at top: adorable tweet & felt plushies by Etsy shop SleepyKing… Butterscotch Tweed Fox ($18), Belchick – The Mischevious Squirrel ($22), and Douglas Fir – [...]

28 Sep

Woodland Forest Party Theme – Part 1 {Woodsy Elements & Toadstools}

categories: baby shower ideas, birthday party ideas, inspiration boards
Woodland Forest Party Theme – Part 1 {Woodsy Elements & Toadstools}

I’m in the midst of planning a Woodland Forest themed baby shower for a friend next month, and I gotta tell you this theme ha been so much fun to brainstorm! There are tons of different elements that fit with a forest theme – from nature-inspired elements such as wood, bark, moss, acorns, rocks and [...]

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