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Pool Party Decorations!

July 25
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It’s pool party time!  We’ve now experienced our first official heavy-duty heatwave so pool-time fun is on everyone’s minds!   And not to fret if you don’t have a swimming hole in your backyard…you can still get in on summertime fun!  Today I’m sharing some easy ideas for pool-inspired decorations, invitations, and treat ideas for any kind of summer celebration!  I  may not have a yard fit for a pool…but that won’t discourage me from using the splish-splashy theme for a treat table on a hot summer evening!  So today I’ve got some easy inspiration that will still remind guests of poolside festivities!  I’m also sharing how easy it is to gather your friends together using Paperless Post.  A super convenient way to customize invitations for ANY kind of party!  AND as a special bonus, you’ll also find the links to some of my favorite foodie bloggers who are sharing recipes for pool party munching!  So let’s make a splash into…

pool party fun!

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Campfire Popcorn!

July 18
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Campfire popcorn…sounds fun doesn’t it?  Whether you love to camp, glamp, or just pretend in the backyard, adding popcorn to the mix enhances the adventure!  When my boys were little we used to have plenty of backyard “camping trips”…however, I’m not sure anyone ever lasted in the tent all night!  We don’t pitch the tent outside anymore but we do enjoy many evenings by the fire pit and recently had a blast popping corn right over the flames!  There’s something exciting and a little nostalgic about cooking over a campfire.  It can bring back those memories of long summer nights and simple fun!  So today I’m really excited to partner with Grand Rapids Popcorn to share this joyful way to spend a summer evening under the stars and moon with family and friends!  Get the fire roaring…and see how much fun campfire popcorn can be!

simple pleasures…campfire popcorn!

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Baseball Snack Table made Easy!

July 12
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Baseball season seems like it rarely ends around our house!  Both boys played ball in school and my youngest is still in the midst of the summer season and often plays much of the year ’round in some form.  AND in our neck of the woods we have our very own hometown team the Toledo Mud Hens to cheer on!  So needles to say, baseball has been welcome in our home for years!  One of the great things about baseball (or sports in general) is that you never outgrow the fun!  Everyone from players to fans can get in on the excitement and can enjoy a good baseball-themed snack or two!  Today I want to share a super easy snack table that would be perfect for pre-game fun, a birthday party, or just a TV game night with friends.  And if you have a player in your family or know one nearby, you’ll already have all the decorations you need!  Let’s get ready to munch, crunch and cheer our favorite team on to the win!  I promise this easy snack table won’t strike out!

root, root, root for the home team…

and baseball snacks!

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Fourth of July Holiday Roundup!

July 2
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The Fourth of July holiday is days away…and I’m not gonna lie, I’m totally not ready!  The rain this season, summer baseball, and home improvement projects have taken over my time…but I’m not the only one in this boat!  So if you’re like me and feeling unprepared, I have a fun roundup of holiday cheer in store!  I’ve gathered up some of my favorite Fourth of July party ideas, crafts and recipes from the past to share with you today!  They’re easy, festive, and delicious I promise!  I’m also sharing my last-minute “celebration” idea that is so simple you could whip it together in seconds!  So, the clock is ticking…red, white & kaboom time is near!

Fourth of July holiday cheer is here!

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Easy Mimosa Bar Styling!

June 27
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An EASY mimosa bar?  Now you’re speaking my language!  You know how much I love to entertain AND I love it that much more when it’s practically effortless to decorate for a party!  Mimosas are such a delicious and wonderful drink to serve for practically any celebration…they’re light, bubbly, and easy to customize!  You can make them in mocktail form so they’re a perfect sip for the mom-to-be too!  I’m so thrilled to partner with Cotier Brand to bring to you some easy, mimosa bar inspiration for your bubbly bar!  They’ve created a kit that I’m completely giddy for and I can’t wait to share it with you!  I promise it will make your bar look so beautiful and they do most of the work for you!  So let’s pop the bubbly and get ready to serve up the fizzy fun!

easy mimosa bar…happy hostess!

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Summer Lemonade Stand!

June 20
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A lemonade stand simply reminds me of summer!  Those hot and carefree days that only a cup of this icy cold treat can quench!  You can whip up a pitcher of lemonade any day of the week and bring smiles…but it’s also a wonderful drink to serve at celebrations!  It looks pretty, tastes great, and it seems to be a seasonal favorite for kids and adults alike!  I’m really excited to partner with Fun to Eat Fruit to show you some lemonade stand inspiration that is super easy but has little details that make this beverage station perfect for all kinds of summer festivities!  Let’s squeeze the day and serve up summer!

lemonade stand fun!

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A Casual Summertime Wine Tasting!

June 6
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A wine tasting is a fun idea for a festive evening with friends!  And while it might seem daunting, you don’t have to be a sommelier to serve up some samplings of vino!  My husband and I recently joined a casual wine group designed to discover new favorites and at reasonable prices.  Honestly it’s really just an excuse to get together regularly with our friends!  And while a true wine connoisseur might scoff at our little soiree, I love that it’s relaxed, where we can learn a little about wine and enjoy the company A LOT!  Today I’m sharing our turn at hosting…and since it took place during Memorial Day weekend, I added some patriotic touches too!  So let’s raise a glass…

cheers to wine tasting!

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Grownup Birthday Party!

May 30
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A grownup birthday party can be every bit as special as the festive shindigs we throw for the kiddos!  I love all the sweet details you can add to make a child’s party darling…but as my boys have grown, they eventually stopped wanting those cutie-pie decorations.  And while I totally understand, I still miss adding those whimsical touches to their parties…so, what’s a girl to do?  Save the cutsie decorations for the grownups!  You can still keep it simple without skimping on the fun factor…and maybe serve an adult beverage too!  Today I’d like to share these easy DIY party ideas for celebrating…and it’s “purr-fectly” festive!

big-girl birthday party fun!

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Easy Patio Dining Ideas!

May 16
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Patio dining is my favorite thing to do all spring, summer and fall!  Since we can’t entertain all year long in my neck of the woods, I’m always waiting anxiously for these seasons to arrive so we can savor the outdoor fun as long as possible!  It doesn’t matter if I’m planning a party, having a lunch with my pals, or just serving a meal to my family on any ordinary day…eating outside just makes it feel special!  So today I’d like to share some really simple ways to make patio dining practically effortless!  I can’t cook the meal for you…but I can show you how to set a pretty table with affordable goodies perfect for outdoors!  So let’s get ready to enjoy all the patio, porch and back yard celebrations!

patio dining…a joy of the season!

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A Rustic Wedding Popcorn Bar!

May 6
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It’s wedding season…and a popcorn bar is the perfect way to celebrate by serving up some salty and sweet treats for guests!  Popcorn bars are such a fun and delicious trend that I think will be sticking around for a long time!  I mean, who doesn’t love popcorn…and with so many fun flavors to choose from you can find something for everyone to enjoy!  I’m so excited to partner with Grand Rapids Popcorn to bring you some festive inspiration for setting up a dessert station that will make love even sweeter!  Try one for a wedding, a bridal shower…or ANY celebration!  (Graduations are right around the corner too!)  But today let’s fall in love with a…

wedding popcorn bar!

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