Ever since the Princess Pumpkin Birthday Tea Party photos (styled by Celebrating The Moment by Marcie) the photos have been circulating on Pinterest and we've been receiving soooo many emails requesting this collection! So without further ado, I'm delighted to announce that you can now find it in the shop! Woo-Hoo! :)
If you follow the Creative Juice Blog then you already know that I, Mindy Starr, have an obsession with macarons. And recently I have wanted to push the limits by creating unique shaped macarons - not just your typical macarons! It has taken a lot of trial and error - especially with baking time and temp but I am excited to share with you one of our recent macarons, and they perfect for Fall CARAMEL APPLE PIE FILLING we filled them with!
This giveaway is now closed! So excited to be getting back to our regular blogging schedule, and bringing a FAB giveaway for you today where you'll have the chance of winning a $50 store credit to spend as you wish over at the STUNNING Keshet Lavoux Jewelry store!!
When my sweet friend Dina from Deliciously Darling Events told me she wanted to style a " Little Monsters Cupcakery " for Bird's Party Magazine Fall Issue , I jumped at the chance of designing for her! I mean who wouldn't?! Dina is so creative and talented, not to mention a delicious darling to work with! :)
As we start preparing for Bird's Party Magazine Holiday Issue (yep, we don't lose any time here at Magazine HQ!), I wanted to share with you some wonderful news about our Fall Issue! With over 900,000 unique page views and over 100,000 readers since its August 11th publication, our fall 2012 issue has been received with open arms by party lovers everywhere! And we (myself + the fabulous editorial team + sponsors + contributing vendors) thank you from the heart for the lovely feedback, encouraging comments and these amazing stats, which speak for themselves!! ;)
Hoping to share some fun and exciting posts with you in the weeks to come, in preparation for one of my fave holidays - Halloween!! :) Kicking things off today is Hani from the delicious blog Haniela's , with a totally scrumptious but also super pretty recipe for Candycorn Marshmallows !
Little Pilot | Airplane Inspired Birthday Party Ideas
There's no better way to get back into the blogging routine than with a full blown party that's packed with eye candy, right?!! I know most schools have already started, but this first class Back to School Party styled by Jenifer Banner from Banner Events is soooo beyond incredible that I'm sure you won't mind seeing it now! Plus, I have re-designed the printables as our "Little Aviator" Birthday Collection now available in the shop! ;) I say birthday, but we can also personalize it for weddings and baby showers too.
Hi guys, it's been a while, huh?! :) Well, hoping to slowly get back to a blogging routine now the kids are back in school, but just stopped by to let you know that Bird's Party shop is now back online!
I LOVE making lists and ticking them off, and it's no different when getting organized with my two little ones at home, ready to embrace the start of a new school year!! This printable Back to School checklist contains all the essentials you need to get organized, and I tried to make it really cute so the kids can get involved too!
Beyond excited to announce Bird's Party Magazine Fall 2012, Issue 6 is out now! :) Couldn't have done it without our amazing sponsors, talented vendors and EXCEPTIONAL editorial team who have dedicated countless hours, party sweat and tears to make this issue possible - so a HUGE thanks to everyone who contributed in any way to help bring this issue to life - Check out their sites and stunning work inside the magazine!!
This giveaway is now closed! Deliciously Darling Events is celebrating their 1000 Facebook fans with a mammoth GIVEAWAY - Not only there are over $700 worth of deliciously darling prizes, but we'll also be picking 19 winners who each will get a slice of this party 'cake'! :)
A 1st Birthday Nautical Party
Today's Nautical themed Birthday Party was sent in by our cool (and totally adorable) customers all the way from Sydney, Australia! We were asked to customize some of the Nautical Party Printables to make photo favor tags (how cute is that?!), dinky chocolate candy bar wrappers and personalized bottle wrappers to match the maritime theme!
This giveaway is now closed! Following from my Darcy Miller interview last week, it's with great pleasure and excitement that I discovered another amazing store on OpenSky - Lulu Power's Al Fresco Entertaining Collection! Full of stunning items for the hostess with the mostess , Lulu's inspired product choices and styling of the collection oozes rustic, effortless chic! Lulu Powers is one of US's most sought-after caterers, thrilling clients like Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith, Arianna Huffington and Bill Clinton with her inspired take on entertaining. And I couldn't be more thrilled for the opportunity to "pick her brains" in an exclusive interview for Bird's Party Blog! Check out all of Lulu's amazing styling tips below + your chance to win a $50 Shopping Spree at Lulu's OpenSky store!
DIY Under The Sea Party | Paper Garland Backdrop
Hello, there! This is Christine from Pure Joy Events, here to share a vellum paper garland tutorial that was inspired by an Anthropologie window display - Great for an Under The Sea Party!
Last Minute Olympic Party Ideas
I love Pinterest as many of you I'm sure, and it's now a go to place for me when finding inspiration for my parties! So if you need any last minute ideas, head over to our Olympic Party Board on Pinterest for lots of fun, easy and sporty ideas!! From recipes to decor and kid's crafts - All you need to throw a fun an fabulous Olympics Viewing Party!
Olympic Torch & Gold Olympic Medals DIY Tutorial
The Olympic Games officially begin later this week. The whole world will be watching and cheering for their favorite teams and events. What better way for the kids to celebrate the magic of the moment than having their own Olympic torch and gold medals? Today's tutorials is courtesy of my mega talented friend Cheryl from Sew Can Do ! Cheryl and I have worked together on several occasion, you might have spotted the gorgeous, golden plush torch and medals she created for the Olympic Party I styled?! Well, today she's sharing her fabulous tutorials here, just in time for the Olympics! :)
This giveaway is now closed! Wish I could enter my own giveaways sometimes! ;) Yes my freinds, if yesterday's post wasn't enough excitement, today we're hosting a fabulous Darcy Miller giveaway where one lucky winner will get their hands on the gorgeous DIY Cupcake Stand Kit from Darcy Miller's Summer Daisy Party Collection on OpenSky.com!! The kit includes a Martha Stewart Cupcake Stand and a Martha Stewart Double Edge Daisy Punch!
I'm trying so hard not to sound like a goofy fan...but alas, I'm gonna fail miserably!! Yes my friends, I am still swooning after speaking with the one and only Darcy Miller on the phone last Thursday! Perhaps best known as Martha Stewart's Celebration Expert and for her editorial work on Martha Stewart Weddings magazine and site, Darcy Miller is also a talented illustrator, author and mom to three gorgeous little girls. Needless to say, she loves to create meaningful and memorable events; through attention to detail and exquisite personal touches! So it's with great pleasure and excitement that we discover her fabulous tips and tricks in an exclusive, hand-picked Summer Daisy Party collection for OpenSky.com!
I (Crissy) love that this is an expensive gift idea, and you don't even have to be crafty to make it! And of course, using the super cute Halloween printables from Bird's Party helps a LOT! :) Here's are the easy steps to making your witch's brew party drinks or favors - great as teacher gifts or for neighbors too!
Giveaway | Party Supplies Shopping Spree
This giveaway is now closed! We're delighted and swooning over this week's giveaway sponsored by Beau-coup - Not only you'll have the chance of winning a fabulous $100 Shopping Spree to spend as you like on Beau-coup.com , but it's open WORLDWIDE!! Now, don't say we don't spoil you! ;)
This is such a cool and easy idea by The Decorated Cookie - You don't need to be an expert baker nor an accomplished artist to create these stunning cupcake topper decorations - All you need is a little imagination and creativity! You could even get the kids can get involved!! ;)
DIY Crepe Paper Flower Pomanders Party Decorations
I created this tutorial a while back for the Get Married website, but forgot to post it here - Tissue Paper Flower Pomanders ! These pomanders make for really nice centerpieces displayed under a glass cloche like I did here or you can glue a piece of ribbon to each pomander and make stunning hanging decorations!
DIY No-Sew Tutu Skirt Tutorial
If you have a little princess, ballerina or pixie at home, then tutus are bound to be an integral part of her wardrobe. For parties, play dates, birthdays, Halloween...or just because! So here's my super easy and quick DIY to making your own tutu . From scratch. But not to worry! Not a sewing needle or machine in sight ;)
If you read yesterday's post , then you'll know why I'm so excited to bring you this sugarlicious giveaway!! ;) Sugarlicious is a fabulous book packed with over 200 pages of sweet edible crafting and "Cute and Clever Treats for Every Occasion" - And its author is none other than my talented friend Meaghan Mountford from The Decorated Cookie!! :)