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Cristina Riches aka Bird, is the founder of BirdsParty.com. She's also a creative mom of two, published author, graphic designer, freelance photographer, magazine editor and unconditional party lover. Her party ideas and photos have been featured on numerous publications such as Forbes.com, CNN Entertainment, Parenting Magazine, Celebrate Magazine, All You Magazine, Elle Decor and MarthaStewart.com. She also regularly creates content for brands such as PBS Parents, HGTV, Coca-Cola, Nestlé, Pillsbury, PayPal, Mars, Hellmann's, Cultura France and Danone to name a few.
Pink October Free Party Printables

Pink October Free Party Printables

October is nearly upon us, and I thought it would be a really nice idea to share with you a beautiful Pink October Tea Party styled by a very dear friend of mine, Gillian from Crumbs of Comfort Cake Design for Bird's Party Magazine Fall Issue . I designed the Pink October Printables inspired by Gillians resilience, courage and strength as a survivor from Breast Cancer. The word survivor , really is a befitting word to describe the stunning, strong, hard-working and empowering person that is Gillian - Check out her story below.

Halloween Party Ideas with Kiki Magazine

Halloween Party Ideas with Kiki Magazine

Excited to see some of our Halloween Party Ideas on Kiki Magazine October 2012 Issue !! It's my the second time working with Kiki Magazine, and as always has been a real treat - No tricks! (pun intended hehe)

A Pumpkin Princess Birthday Tea Party

A Pumpkin Princess Birthday Tea Party

My dear, sweet friend Marcie Lenick from Celebrating The Moments , is the talent behind the concept and styling of this fabulous, autumnal birthday party!  Marcie asked me to add a dash of orange to the pink Princess Party Collection I already had, and create a Pumpkin Princess Printable Kit for a fabulous Fall Birthday Tea Party she was styling for a client. I love the theme and colors for a Fall birthday, and Marcie kindly agreed to share her photos and party details below - Hope you feel inspired by all the fabulousness! :)

Apple Shaped Macarons with Caramel Filling Recipe

Apple Shaped Macarons with Caramel Filling Recipe

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!

Giveaway | Party Accessories & Jewelry

Giveaway | Party Accessories & Jewelry

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!!

Bird's Party Magazine Issue 6 Incredible Stats!

Bird's Party Magazine Issue 6 Incredible Stats!

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!! ;)

Little Pilot | Airplane Inspired Birthday Party Ideas

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.

Bird's Party Shop Back Online

Bird's Party Shop Back Online

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!

Bird's Party Ideas Magazine Fall 2012 Issue 6

Bird's Party Ideas Magazine Fall 2012 Issue 6

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!!

Giveaway | A Party Shopping Spree

Giveaway | A Party Shopping Spree

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'! :)

Interview | Celebrity Chef and Party Planner Lulu Powers

Interview | Celebrity Chef and Party Planner Lulu Powers

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!

Olympic Torch & Gold Olympic Medals DIY Tutorial

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! :)

Giveaway | DIY Daisy Cupcake Stand Kit from Darcy Miller

Giveaway | DIY Daisy Cupcake Stand Kit from Darcy Miller

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!

Interview with Darcy Miller & Fun Daisy Party Ideas

Interview with Darcy Miller & Fun Daisy Party Ideas

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!

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