Noted.

Browsing Tag:

party

Wine and Cheese Day!

Today is International Wine and Cheese Day, but a wine pairing party is a great way to bring friends and family together any day of the year. Hosting a party can seem intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be! If you love to get together with your loved ones for drinks but you’re not a planner, a wine a cheese pairing is perfect and simple for your next party! Hard salty cheeses and strong soft cheeses pair very well with sweeter wines, where ...

Party Envy: Fourth of July

Throw a patriotic bash to celebrate America’s independence! Celebrate the birth of a nation with a festive and fun party that will entertain your friends and family until the fireworks go off. Food for a Crowd Keep your guests full all night with fun appetizers and finger foods. Easy to make and even easier to serve, your party guests will be asking for these delicious recipes before the night is over. Decorate the Space Get your ...

Everything You Need To Know When Planning a Kid’s Birthday Party

There are a lot of moving parts to planning a party and planning a child’s birthday party is no exception. From choosing the right party invitation to choosing a theme, decorating, planning games, activities, prizes, food, and all the other myriad details that go into putting a kid’s party together, a party for one small child can quickly become one huge undertaking. We’ve compiled a list of all the essentials involved in ...

‘Tis the Season for Outdoor Gatherings & BBQ’s

Summertime brings with it a lot of fun outdoor activities, and one of the favorite things for many families to do on a bright summer day is host an outdoor barbecue. When planning your summer gathering to celebrate the 4th of July or just to get together with friends and family and revel in the glorious sunny days of summer, there are a few things you’ll want to be sure to include on your party invitations:1.     Besides the obvious need for ...

Planning a Graduation Party

Graduation is an exciting time in a young person’s life, whether you’re celebrating a high school or college graduation. If you’re thinking of planning a graduation party for someone graduating high school or college, here are some party ideas from choosing a venue to planning a menu.When it comes to the venue, many graduation parties are held at home, especially for high school graduates. If you’re hosting a party at your home, be sure to ...

Bride-to-BEE Bridal Shower!

Congratulations on your engagement! You have found the one person you are meant to BEE with and can’t wait to start the rest of your life with them. Before all the I do’s happen, plan a sweet bridal shower party that will get family and friends excited for the main event. Break the traditions of floral and feminine bridal showers with a creative theme that will set your bridal shower apart from others. Shop bridal shower ...

Wine Exchange Party

Instead of hosting a White Elephant Party this Holiday season, consider hosting a Wine Exchange! Invite guests to wrap a bottle of their favorite wine in a festive bag or paper to participate. Once the exchange has taken place, have each guest open his or her bottle and let the original gift giver explain why the wine is his or her favorite (Was it the wine she drank on the first date with her husband? Does it pair really well with a ...

Graduation Party Ideas for Medical Professionals

Ditch the cap and diploma decorations and celebrate the graduation of a new doctor or nurse with a party that highlights their field of study. The new graduate is sure to get a kick out of a themed party, all while being honored for their hard work and commitment. Graduation party Inspiration Choose an invitation that reflects their degree, like this Gold Caduceus Invitation by Noteworthy Collection — FineStationery.com Bake heart ...

Friday Finds and Fine Pin

Congratulations! We’ve made it through the first full work week of 2012! For those who have this coming Monday off in honor of Martin Luther King Day, enjoy your long winter weekend. With the holiday season behind us now, we’ve been thinking about all the great things that this new year will bring. What are you celebrating this year? Perhaps a wedding, a new baby, or a graduation? No matter if you’re celebrating a ...

Unique Party Idea: Cake Decorating

Put a fun spin on the next birthday party, bridal shower or baby shower you host by turning the event into a cake decorating party! Bake small, individual cakes for each guest (this works best if you’re having a small get-together), and provide several icing colors, icing piping bags and tips, and decorating embellishments. Each guest can design their own cake, and then admire the other creations before or after gifts are opened....

New Twist on Cupcakes

It seems as though every dessert table features cupcakes — and who could resist? They are so cute, easy and fun to decorate, and simple to make! If you’re looking to change things up a bit at your next event, look no further than the Cupcake Push-Pop. Do you remember the ice cream push-pop treats that came from the Ice Cream Truck? The same idea applies — simply push up on the stick to dispense two mini cupcakes with ...

Beautiful Fiesta Wedding in Mexico

This stunning wedding, featured on Style Me Pretty back in April, is the perfect eye candy for today — Cinco de Mayo! The wedding took place in Sayulita, Mexico, and is full of beautiful details and color. A relaxed fiesta style reception would be perfect for those of you celebrating your wedding in the beginning of May. A rehearsal dinner would also be the ideal event for a fun fiesta theme....

Now Playing: Godzilla Movie Night Party

When the weather gets too cold to socialize outdoors, invite your child’s friends over for a movie night at your homemade movie theater! Spread out lots of comfy pillows and blankets on the floor in your living room or basement, and be sure to have a concession stand with popcorn, sweets and drinks. Let the movie roll on the big screen for an hour or so, and then hold an intermission for refreshments. It’s fun to use the movie ...