| $40 Gift Certificate Giveaway |
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This Giveaway is a $40 certificate towards anything from A to Zebra Celebrations Etsy Shop. Nancy has some great custom banners, glitter numbers or letters, and table runners. You may have seen Nancy's daughters Bee Party featured on several other blogs this Spring. She did an amazing job with this party and many others. Be sure to check out her Etsy shop and blog!
Follow the links below to enter to win!!
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SOURCE: http://entertainexchange.blogspot.com/2010/07/my-first-giveaway-40-at-a-to-zebra.html
SOURCE: http://www.etsy.com/shop/atozebracelebrations |
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| Summertime Picnic |
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This is such a lovely Summer Picnic full of simple country charm - a perfect escape on a summer day. The table was set with little lanterns, old soda crates, fresh flowers, and a vintage tablecloth. The food was simple and homemade. The use of jars made it easy to transport the food and made for great presentation. This picnic was created by Lisa at Moore Minutes. Tapioca Pudding with fresh blackberries and whip cream - yum!
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SOURCE: http://www.mooreminutes.com/2010/06/charms-of-summertime-picnic.html
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| Fourth of July Entertaining Ideas |
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Better Homes and Gardens has created these patriotic ideas that look great even using paper products as you see in this tablescape - just a mix and match of patterns looks great. Simple baskets hold the utensils, paper cones hold the fresh fruit and paper wrapped glassware provides a place to write the guest names.
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SOURCE: http://www.bhg.com/holidays/july-4th/crafts/patriotic-picnic-serving-ideas/
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| Twilight/Eclipse Party Ideas |
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1 & 4 Here are a few ideas I created when the original Twilight Movie came out. Visit the previous post to see more photos and a few food ideas I found.
2 These Vampire Bites are from Bright Ideas - get the recipe here - http://www.brightideas.com/bright_idea.aspx?ID=52
3 These favor tags were created by Tiffany for her Twilight party. See more of her decorations and party details by following the link below.
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SOURCE: http://entertainexchange.blogspot.com/2009/03/twilight-party-table-come-over-for-bite.html
SOURCE: http://thisblisslife.blogspot.com/2009/11/twilight-epicness.html |
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| Zebra Girls Birthday Party |
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When a girl loves zebras she has to go all out zebra for her Birthday Bash! This fantastic Zebra Party was sent to me by Nancy at A to Zebra Celebrations. Nancy created many of these items herself which inspired her to start her own etsy shop - including this fabulous party hat.
From the balloons to the candy buffet, there was not one thing that did not have a touch of zebra print.
There are so many fabulous details for this party. Follow the links below to see all the details! |
SOURCE: http://atozebracelebrations.blogspot.com/2010/05/zebra-party.html
SOURCE: http://entertainexchange.blogspot.com/2010/06/girls-birthday-zebra-party.html |
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| Western Flair |
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With a few Western Style Details, great food and friends you can have a fun and memorable day! Here are a few ideas to get the party started.
1, 3 & 4 Hoedown from Country Living. 2 Wedding from Brides.com. 5 Texas Barbecue from Country Living.
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SOURCE: http://www.countryliving.com/cooking/entertaining/brykill-farm-hoedown-0908?click=main_sr
SOURCE: http://www.brides.com/realweddings/weddings/136305?#slide_136308 |
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| Cinco de Mayo |
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A few easy details...sunflowers in a few soda bottles for a centerpiece.
Etch each guest lime with their initials and use as a drink tag. An easy cactus favor for your guest to take home.
Be sure to check out this great Cinco De Mayo Party at Better Homes And Gardens. This party was featured last year in the magazine - let the party begin!
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SOURCE: http://www.bhg.com/holidays/mothers-day/recipes/host-a-cinco-de-mayo-celebration/?page=1
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| Puppies On The Patio Party |
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This is unique party for a Bride and her dearly loved Puppies - Puppies On The Patio Party! Joanne from oh, goodie! designs sent these photos for me to share.
This was a party for a gal in San Antonio who loves her puppies dearly. Instead of gifts for her we had her guests make a donation to the animal defense league, which she is also board president of.
The guests were invited to bring their well behaved dogs on a leash. They had water bowls and puppy treats for them.
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SOURCE: http://www.ohgoodiedesigns.com/
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| A Little Bird Told Me So |
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With spring is in the air it is the perfect time to incorporate the charm of little birds in our parties. Perfect for a spring wedding or baby shower.
Here are two parties that were both inspired by the same sweet Lala bird invitation. Both are amazing parties so follow the links below to see more details of these parties. |
SOURCE: http://www.alannahrose.com.au/blog/2010/03/my-little-lala-turns-five-bird-party-inspiration/
SOURCE: http://hiphoorayblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/real-hip-hooray-little-birdie-turns-one.html |
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| No Ordinary Easter Basket |
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| A collection of beautiful Easter Baskets from Martha Stewart. |
SOURCE: http://www.marthastewart.com/photogallery/best-easter-baskets#slide_1
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| French Newspaper Wrapped Pots As A Centerpiece |
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Wrap the potted plants in french newspaper and tie with pretty twine or string. Fresh looking for spring and so simple to make. These would make for a great shower favor or hostess gift! Get the DIY at Project Wedding.
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SOURCE: http://www.projectwedding.com/wedding-ideas/diy-wedding-newspaper-wrapped-plants
SOURCE: http://entertainexchange.blogspot.com/2010/03/french-newspaper-wrapped-pots-as.html |
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| Going Green For St. Patrick's Day |
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Everyone feels a little Irish on St. Patrick's Day. If not, these pretty green entertaining ideas will get you in the mood. Even when St. Patrick's Day is over, some of these green ideas will be lovely for any spring event. Green - the color of life!
1. & 4. Simple green ribbons can transform a basic white table into simply stunning. Source Martha Stewart Weddings
2. Love the horseshoe stamp on these party favors - for luck! Source Martha Stewart Weddings
3. A Shamrock Tea - as lovely as can be. Source The Par Tea Planner |
SOURCE: http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/photogallery/perfect-palettes-green-and-white?lpgStart=1¤tslide=1¤tChapter=1#ms-global-breadcrumbs
SOURCE: http://theparteaplanner.blogspot.com/2009/03/st-patricks-irish-cream-tea-time.html |
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| Alice In Wonderland Party Inspiration |
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With the new Alice in Wonderland Movie coming out soon, I thought it was a perfect time to share a little tea party inspiration. This movie is sure to bring out the desire to plan many Mad Hatter Tea Parties! With the use of vibrant colors, a mix of textures and patterns and an eclectic mix of teacups, you will create a wonderful whimsical event.
These great handmade teacup stands added to the charm of this party. Follow the link below to see more photos and details from the party.
Visit my blog to see additional Alice in Wonderland party ideas.
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SOURCE: http://middletonfamily5.blogspot.com/2010/02/lilys-5th-birthday-vintage-tea-party.html
SOURCE: http://entertainexchange.blogspot.com/ |
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| Gerbera Daisy Party Inspiration |
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As we begin to plan our spring events, the Gerbera Daisy comes to mind as the perfect flower to use in our decorations. They are perfect for weddings, showers, summer lunches and garden parties. The gerbera daisy can be beautiful in a simple vase, a garden style centerpiece or adorning a wedding cake.
1. Cake from Brides.com - Photographer Elisa Cicinelli.
2. Floral square shaped "balls" from Brides.com - Photograph by hitchingpostphoto.com
3. Create this daisy party decoration at Save On Crafts.
4. Table card centerpiece from Brides.com. Photographer Alison Rosa.
5 Orange daisy centerpiece from Brides.com. Photographer Scott Lewis.
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SOURCE: http://www.brides.com/
SOURCE: http://www.save-on-crafts.com/ |
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| Vintage Flair For Your Affair |
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1. & 2. Flea market crystals hung on simple bud vases with a single bloom create this simple centerpiece and mix and match dishes to bring a lot of visual interest and texture to the table. From Country Living.
3. & 4. Fill a few vintage teacups with small bunches of flowers as a charming centerpiece from Better Homes and Gardens and use a vintage sugar bowl to hold mismatched teaspoons on the buffet table from Country Living.
5. Napkin rings made of vintage button cards from Country Living. |
SOURCE: http://www.countryliving.com/cooking/entertaining/bridal-shower-ideas-0309
SOURCE: http://www.bhg.com/decorating/seasonal/spring/spring-centerpieces/?page=11 |
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