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How to Create a Walking Taco Bar!

April 30
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Do you love a walking taco?  It’s a popular snack in my house…and a treat that’s actually really easy to serve!  When you’ve got hungry boys coming around, a walking taco is not only a delicious, serve-yourself snack but it makes for easy cleanup too as you just toss the empty chip bag in the trash when you’re done!  So with this grab-and-go idea in mind, I decided to create a walking taco bar as a fun way to serve up teen boys something special!  And even better?  I’ve partnered with Grand Rapids Popcorn to bring you some tasty additions to a savory snack table!  What could be better than tacos, popcorn, and pizza on a table fit to satisfy hunger…AND the cravings of popular snack foods!  The idea can be perfect for game day celebrations, birthday parties, and even graduation…which shockingly is upon us already!  So if you have something to celebrate…check out the snack time fun!

walking tacos, popcorn, & pizza…oh boy!

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Cinco De Mayo Holiday Table

April 23
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The Cinco De Mayo holiday is coming up soon!  I happen to love this festive day, and while I’ve yet to host a huge fiesta, I still enjoy creating something colorful and fun for my family!  One of the many wonderful things about this holiday is the food…wouldn’t you agree?  Mexican favorites are so delicious and are usually very easy to prepare!  We happen to love tacos…so that’s the meal of choice for our simple Cinco De Mayo celebration!  Not only are tacos yummy and fun to make but you don’t need any utensils to eat them…which makes setting a table even easier!  With that in mind, I was playing around with some tabletop ideas for our upcoming family celebration…so when May 5th rolls around, I’ll be ready to set the table in fiesta style!  I’d love to share with you a preview of what our table will be like this year, including some DIY inspiration to get you thinking about Cinco De Mayo fun…big or small!

set the table…

for Cinco De Mayo holiday festivities!

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How To Create a Bellini Bar!

April 19
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Having a bellini bar is a fun way to treat your guests, especially for spring and summer entertaining.  You might remember a few weeks ago I shared my mimosa bar with you…and these sweet and bubbly bellinis would be equally as fun to serve!  I’ve actually never tried making one before, so when my friends at gifts.com shared this party idea with me…I couldn’t wait to share it with you!  Check out all the fun…including the step-by-step instructions & ingredients for whipping up this delicious sip!

it’s springtime…so cheers to the bellini!

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Easy Cinco De Mayo Decorations!

April 16
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Cinco De Mayo is just around the corner and that always give us a great excuse to celebrate!  I don’t know about the weather where you are, but even though the calendar says we’re approaching May…it still feels a bit like February in my neck of the woods!  But that’s all the more reason to have a festive treat to beat the winter-like blues!  So today I’m sharing some really simple ways to dress up your goodies for a Cinco De Mayo snack table!  I love to share good DIY decorations that anyone can create…and when they’re inexpensive as well, everyone wins!  I set up this tiny table using paper products in pretty pastels which was a fun way to put a new spin on a traditional party idea!  No time to siesta…get ready for some sweet family fun!

celebrate with a springtime fiesta!

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Ultimate Cocktail Party Ideas & Inspiration!

April 9
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With the arrival of spring and summer on the horizon, it’s time to start thinking about seasonal cocktail parties!  Spring is such a wonderful time for celebrating…the warm temperatures, fresh new colors, and frankly, the mere idea of being outside after a long winter are all reasons that this season causes so much excitement about entertaining!  I was recently asked by Wayfair to share some inspiration AND some of my favorite things to help host the ultimate, springtime cocktail party!  I’m sure you can imagine that not only was I beyond thrilled but jumped at the opportunity to fantasize a bit…scrolling through the gazillion choices of products perfect for entertaining in spring & summer style!  So today I’m offering up some cocktail party inspiration, favorite finds, decorating ideas, tips, and even a tutorial to get you ready and excited to host your next event!  A cocktail party can be over-the-top or simple & sweet…but the main reason for hosting is to gather our most favorite people around us!  So today I’d like to begin by sharing a drink table fit for toasting the arrival of spring!  The theme is simple…but one you can build on to create your ultimate party or just a simple celebration of the new season!  So let’s raise a glass…

and celebrate spring with a cocktail party!

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Llama Theme Mother’s Day Luncheon

April 3
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Llama theme parties are really a trend!  And what’s not to love?  Those adorable, fuzzy creatures are just so cute and hard to resist!  Even though they’re a popular theme for little girls…there’s no rule that says you can’t have a little llama fun with the adult ladies too!  Since springtime is finally here and Mother’s Day will soon be on the horizon, I’m sharing some llama theme fun with a Llamas & Mamas Mother’s Day Luncheon!  I was so excited to create this party for the spring edition of Twinkle Twinkle Little Party Magazine…one of my favorite publications for all sorts of party inspiration!  This intimate soiree for two moms and their mamas was showcased in the magazine as a whimsical way to celebrate the holiday!  And today I’m sharing even more from that sweet party to celebrate moms of all ages!  Whether you’re a brand new mom, have held the position for a while, have grand babies or participate in a child’s life…motherhood is such a reason for celebration!  Let’s gather and have some fun…with llamas AND mamas!

llama theme…mama party!

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Springtime Mimosa Bar!

March 15
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Mimosa bar parties are so much fun and remind me of springtime!  The light and delicate drinks can be such a pretty addition to any party…and the ideas for all the fixings are limitless!  While many think of mimosas as a sparkly sip at a brunch, they really fit in perfectly for any occasion!  Easter celebrations are right around the corner, and with Mother’s Day & warm-weather festivities finally within sight,  we now have so many opportunities to host spring & summer inspired parties!  So today I’d like to share some ideas for setting a pretty table to serve up these wonderful drinks.  Let’s pop the bubbly and bring on the fun…

cheers to the mimosa bar!

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Under the Sea Party Ideas

March 5
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I don’t know about you but I’m REALLY ready for spring and summer entertaining!  I tend to jump the gun a bit when it comes to seasonal decorating…but I just can’t help myself!  Easter preparations are getting me excited for spring…but I’m also already dreaming of lazy summertime days on the patio with family and friends!  So today I’m jumping ahead a bit and sharing some whimsical & unexpected ideas for some under the sea inspired fun.  A sunny yellow color palette, sea inspired nibbles, and classic cocktails just might have you believing that summer is just around the corner! I’ve partnered with several wonderful vendors and am so excited to share with you these ideas that are as easy as they are cheerful!  So let the sun shine on your next party…

with an under the sea party celebration!

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Mermaid Party Giveaway Fun!

March 1
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A mermaid party certainly is a popular theme in the girl crowd these days!  But having boys has left me out of this fun, party trend…or any girly decorating for that matter!  I’ve mentioned before that I jump on the chance to design some feminine fun for my gal pals any time I get a chance…so when I had this opportunity to not only design a party decoration fit for a mermaid but also support and celebrate my friend, I was in!  Today I’d like to invite you to get to know my talented friend and also learn how you can enter a fun giveaway to help kick off the release of her first, new party line!  If you don’t know Lynnette from Craft My Occasion I really encourage you to check her out!  She’s an amazing designer, stylist, baker…the list goes on!  As a mom and woman of color she was finding it difficult to find party products that represented her daughter…so after plenty of hard work and dedication she came up with her own line of mermaid party products to fit that need!  I’m so extremely proud and in awe of her to run with this important project…and I know we will see MUCH more from her in the future!  So to celebrate her line of party supplies that highlight diversity, Lynnette is hosting a giveaway!  Seven party planners, makers and designers have come together to offer a Mermaid Party Package…and I’m thrilled to take part!  Check out all the goodies and be sure to pop over to my Instagram feed to see how to enter!

do you want to be a mermaid?

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Holiday Waffle Bar

February 26
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A waffle bar is always a fun idea for a breakfast or brunch celebration…but it can also be a sweet surprise on any ordinary day!  What I love best about this kind of morning treat is that you most likely have everything you need right in your freezer, fridge or pantry!  If you have kids you probably have frozen waffles or pancakes on hand…and if you don’t, you can easily add them to your grocery list!  We always have waffles in the freezer, they’re great for picky breakfast eaters but equally wonderful for after school snacks!  You can do so many delicious things with a waffle…make them sweet, make them savory, keep them healthy, or even indulge on some cheat-worthy additions for an over-the-top sugar fix!  And since they don’t have to be just for breakfast, they’re the perfect choice for a holiday treat! Today I’d love to share how easy it can be to create a waffle bar with a simple Easter theme! Serve it in the morning, afternoon, or even for dinner…and let the waffle make your family smile!

hop on up to the waffle bar!

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