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Pineapple Party Ideas!

July 26
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One of my favorite ways to celebrate summer is with a pineapple party…and it never has to be an over-the-top bash to make it feel special!  I was thinking the other day about what it is that I love the most about entertaining…while it’s always fun to plan a big event, it’s the small, intimate gatherings that I truly adore!  I really love sharing simple and inexpensive ways to make any opportunity a reason to celebrate…and summer is the perfect time for those “ordinary day” occasions!  Warm temperatures, refreshing treats, and fruity flavors served on the patio are some of my favorite things about this season…and having a few friends enjoy them with me is the icing on the cake!  I’d love to share some simple pineapple fun with a rosy twist…

pretty in pink pineapple party!

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Ice Cream Party Inspiration!

July 11
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July is National Ice Cream Month…so that means it’s time for an ice cream party!  I don’t know about you, but I’m not sure that I could ever say “no” to the icy treat on a hot summer day…AND it’s a easy dessert to have ready in the freezer for dishing up a celebration!  So in honor of this fantastic month, I’m sharing some whimsical ideas for setting up an ice cream sundae party that’s filled with color, fun, and will make kids of all ages scream for ice cream!  You can take the simplest goodies and party supplies and turn a hot afternoon into something festive…

ice cream party…summertime fun!

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Easy, 4th of July Beverage Cart Ideas!

July 3
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Patriotic celebrations kick off tomorrow…and if you’re still looking for a few festive ideas I’d love to share some quick, easy, & delicious inspiration for your 4th of July beverage cart!  Summer celebrations require summer sips…and watermelon punch is a perfect drink for your red, white and blue festivities! Not only is it pretty, but you can use the shell of the fruit for your punch bowl!  It can be so easy to pull together some holiday fun without stressing or spending tons of money!  Gather your family and friends, serve up some simple snacks, light up the sparklers, and roll out some seasonal beverages!  It doesn’t have to be anything more than that to enjoy the holiday with your favorite peeps!  So grab some holiday inspiration AND the yummy recipe for a sweet and refreshing holiday drink!

easy, last-minute 4th of July beverage…

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Festive Fourth of July Fun!

June 21
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The Fourth of July is right around the corner…can you believe it?  If your summer is anything like mine has been so far, it seems like I’m actually busier than when school was in session!  Fortunately, I’m slowly but surely getting into a new routine but I’m definitely missing the lazy days of summer like the ones in my childhood memories or when my boys were little!  It just seems that life was a tad slower than it is now. Even my friends with little ones still seem to be on the run more than I remember…so I’m thinking that this must be the new normal and we may as well try to embrace it!  So today I’d love to share some super easy ways to celebrate the upcoming holiday with some no-stress decorations and treats!  Even though time is fleeting, it CAN be easy to pull together some Fourth of July fun to cherish those special moments spent with family and friends!  I’m also so excited to offer my first free printable decoration just in time for your celebration or just to show some patriotic pride!  So check out the fun and let’s get “popping”, “crackling”, and “fizzing”…

cheers to the Fourth of July!

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Banana Split Dessert Ideas!

June 14
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National Banana Split Day was last Friday but if you missed it, not to worry…summer is here and that means we can enjoy the sweet and chilly treat all season long!  Last week I partnered with Grand Rapids Popcorn to share some banana split inspiration to celebrate the national day.  It was so much fun that I thought I’d monkey around a little more and keep going with the yummy theme!  I’m so ready for summertime fun and it seems like now that school is out we’re actually busier than before.  Not sure how this is happening but it makes family celebrations even more special!  I’d love to share these easy treat ideas for big parties or just for making simple summertime memories!  So keeping it short and sweet today…let’s go bananas!

put a twist on the banana split!

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Easy Watermelon Treats!

June 4
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Watermelon treats can have me dreaming of summertime no matter the season!  And fortunately summer is here to stay for a while…and in my house that means having plenty of the refreshing fruit on hand!  Not only is the watermelon itself delicious…but the flavor can turn ordinary treats into something summer-fantastic and the adorable melon makes a cute party decoration too!  So today I’m really excited to share a yummy recipe AND some fun ideas to turn this summertime staple into a treat that will definitely give sweet summer feels!  So let’s make a splash into the new season and show your favorite peeps that they’re one in a “melon” to you!

watermelon treats for a summertime win!

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Woodland Breakfast Party!

May 21
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Everything is finally lush and green, so it’s time to get outside for a woodland breakfast party!  You may know by now that I LOVE to entertain outdoors!  It’s really one of my favorite things to do…whether it’s a big bash, dinner on the patio, or just hanging with family or friends around the fire pit, there’s just something about being outside that makes it feel extra special!  Today I’m so excited to share some fun ideas for hosting breakfast in the sunshine…something that most of us have waited long enough for!  This fun gathering designed with kids in mind would be a sweet end to a sleepover party, a birthday bash, or just an anytime celebration!  The great thing about most parties is that with minor tweaking you can make them age appropriate for ANYONE!  Whimsical touches keep it lighthearted but nothing really screams that it’s only for the little ones!  So whether you’re planning a celebration for your tots or want a sweet idea for hosting a brunch, I really hope you love this party inspiration!

pull up a stool at the woodland breakfast party table!

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Cactus Cake Topper DIY

May 17
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Today I’m sharing a sweet cactus cake topper DIY…because if you haven’t noticed, the cactus trend has exploded in popularity!  I created this fun topper to add to the festivities when we hosted the baseball players for a Cinco De Mayo team dinner!  Since the meal was served up on this colorful holiday, I wanted to add a few extra decorations to the desserts.  Unfortunately, I didn’t have any time to do extra shopping…which can be a common problem when hosting ANY celebration.  My only alternative was to create something myself…so with the most simple supplies I gave it a try.  Let me tell you I was so thrilled to find how easy it was to make something really cute for very little money OR time!  I want to show you how incredibly simple it is because a cactus cake topper can be used for more than just a Cinco De Mayo celebration!  I’ll show you how I used it again for topping my family’s favorite sweet treat…lavender pound cake!  (and I’ll be sharing the recipe too!)  Let’s get crafting…and maybe a little baking too!

top your cake with a cactus!

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DIY Ladder Plant Stand

May 14
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Are you looking to add a fresh new look to your home this spring? I don’t know about you but I’m ready for some fun, decorative projects after all the spring cleaning!  In between planning family celebrations and parties, I do love a good DIY to spruce up my spaces…and I love adding fresh greenery to my home!  Indoor house plants not only look good but they fill up empty spaces and keep my rooms looking fresh!  I may not have the greenest thumb but a professional can help me to pick varieties that are easy to care for…so I’m really excited to share this DIY fun from my friends at ProFlowers!  They created a step-by-step guide and a video tutorial to show us how to create a space-saving ladder plant stand for the h ome. And don’t forget that a stand like this could also serve many purposes from holding toys or decorative treasures, to  party desserts!  Have a peek at their guide and styling inspiration so you can start filling your home with more natural elements in time for spring!

get ready to DIY!

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Inspiration for a Springtime Potting Party!

May 7
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Have you ever thought about hosting a flower potting party?  This time of year has me so anxious to fill my planters with colorful blooms to add a touch of cheer to my outdoor spaces!  And what could be more fun than to plant something pretty AND have a party at the same time?  A sweet & festive activity for kids, an afternoon of blooming fun with girlfriends, or even a lovely idea for a Mother’s Day celebration…potting up some pretty posies is a party idea that will make anyone happy!  I’m so thrilled to bring you this festive party inspiration in partnership with Fun to Eat Fruit and Fun on Paper…so needless to say, this party will be filled with FUN!  So gather some friends, pull on the garden gloves…and let’s get planting!

get your bloom on…potting party fun!

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