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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.
Rainbow Tablescape & DIY String of Pearls Balloon Garland

Rainbow Tablescape & DIY String of Pearls Balloon Garland

Saint Patrick's day is in three days, and if you're looking for quick and easy table decor ideas or last minute decorations, than this post is for you! 😉 Did you see the pretty rainbow balloon arch we shared last week? Well, this DIY is a spin off, since we used the same technique to make a garland that you can use to decorate walls or as a table runner! We also made a quick video to help explain how we achieve this look with a simple party trick using regular balloons!

DIY Easy Rainbow Balloon Arch

DIY Easy Rainbow Balloon Arch

Like promised on Instagram , we're gonna be bombarding you with color until St Patrick's Day. You're welcome! 😋 Rainbows evoke something magical, don't they? So this year we're glad to be inspired by all things 'rainbow' for these celebrations. Starting with today's super easy DIY craft ,  with  NO-helium-required, no wire frame in sight, and that only uses materials you most probably already have in the house. Sounds good? Awesome! Let's get started!

A Frozen Inspired Cupcake Fondue & Free Printables

A Frozen Inspired Cupcake Fondue & Free Printables

Happy Friday, party lovers! 💖 Today I'll be sharing the details of the adorable cupcake fondue table we styled for the Frozen inspired birthday party we shared earlier in the week. Click this link to see all the party photos. . And let's not forget the cute Olaf inspired free printables too, that you can download and use to wrap bottles, mini ice cream tubs or other party tableware and favors!

DIY Valentine's Balloon Favors with Free Printables 😍

DIY Valentine's Balloon Favors with Free Printables 😍

Can you believe Valentine's Day is only 4 days away?!  Thank goodness for these quick & easy balloon party favors or gifts that you can whip up in a jiffy, right?! They're great for classroom gifts, for neighbors or as part of a Galentine's day table place setting! The kids can totally help with this one, which is a huge bonus in my books - less for me to do! 😋

A Crafty Valentine's Day Party

A Crafty Valentine's Day Party

Valentine's Day to me is another excuse to throw a party. Sorry, not sorry! 😋 But a party to celebrate my guests : my kids, my loved ones, my friends...so a craft party is something we love to host 'round these parts! Kids and grown up love getting stuck into something creative: making your own Valentine's Day cards, a gift wrapping party with your gal pals or simply creating something handmade, with love. Yep, there's nothign we love best than a creative girly bonding session over glitter and glue!

Chocolate Cupcake with Mascarpone Frosting

Chocolate Cupcake with Mascarpone Frosting

Valentine's Day is 'round the corner, and if you're looking for a quick and simple, yet tasty dessert for your party, or simply to pleasure a loved one; then this is it! 😉 This is my go-to quick route when baking cupcakes. The frosting also takes no time at all to make, and no need to get the mixer out! Plus, I find the combination of chocolate and Mascarpone such a marriage made in cupcake heaven...so creamy and luscious! YUM!

Bird's Party Magazine | The Love Issue 2017

Bird's Party Magazine | The Love Issue 2017

Hey party lovers, I'm so exited to announce that Bird's Party Magazine's issue 16 , The Love Issue 2017, is finally out for your viewing  and festive pleasure!! :) Our Love Issue is bursting at the seams with incredible party eye candy, seasonal recipes, festive crafts, DIY decorations and all you need to style this season's weddings, bridal showers or Valentine's Day celebrations!

Quick & Easy Mexican Tortilla Pizzas

Quick & Easy Mexican Tortilla Pizzas

Come January and we're all trying to eat healthier and shed all those extra pounds gained over the Holidays, right? But we're also in winter and comfort food is a necessity...and I don't see nothing wrong with treating yourself to a slice (or two) of pizza on the weekend 😉 Especially if you make a few healthier twists along the way to make sure you can  enjoy this popular snack, guilt-free !

Valentine's Day Magazine Early Bird Special 😍

Valentine's Day Magazine Early Bird Special 😍

It seems like Christmas has just passed...but us party lovers never sit still, despite our best efforts. There's always something to celebrate, right?! And that's the way we 💗 it! So here we are, in full prep for our Valentine's Day party magazine to launch real soon! And if you want to be a part of it showcasing your talents, shops or blogs , then you've come to the right place! 😉

Silver Snowflake Winter Party Ideas

Silver Snowflake Winter Party Ideas

Happy New Year, party friends! It's been a while since I last posted, but after all the end-of year celebrations, come January and I feel all partied out! Are you the same? Anyways, we gotta get motivated somehow...and although winter is not my fav, there's still ways we can make the most of these cold months - hello  hot toddy  and  homemade marshmallows ! 😉

DIY Glitter Baubles Ornament Place-Card Holders

DIY Glitter Baubles Ornament Place-Card Holders

As part of my green and gold Christmas Holiday tablescape , I made these cute DIY glitter ornaments to act as place-card holders on my party table. They helped add a little shimmer and sparkle to each place-setting, and were SO easy and quick to make! I made them the night before the party. Just shows you can create something special and last-minute, without much effort. And THAT is my fav kind of craft!! 😉

Roast Pork with Herb & Mustard Crust Recipe

Roast Pork with Herb & Mustard Crust Recipe

My favorite part of the Christmas Holidays is cooking and baking well into the New Year. It's my way of showing my family and friends how much I love them. I feed, therefore I love 😋  But I also like putting my feet up and enjoy their company, so I tend to go for big batch recipes, stuff I can make ahead or easy bang-it-in-the-oven-and-forget-about-it type of recipes. Hence this tasty Christmas roast pork with a gorgeous herbs and mustard crust, which I served at my Christmas meal last year!

Green & Gold Christmas Holiday Tablescape

Green & Gold Christmas Holiday Tablescape

I styled this green and gold Christmas Holiday party last year, but never got a chance to show it here on the blog. But I'm glad to be sharing now, 'cause apparently the 2017 Pantone color of the year is green (or greenery), so we're bang on trend! 😉 This was one of the easiest table decor styling or tablescapes I've ever done. My sister was coming over from London for Christmas, and I wanted to create homely, cozy atmosphere for our family dinner. 

Sparkling Citrus Holiday Sangria Recipe

Sparkling Citrus Holiday Sangria Recipe

When it come to Holiday entertaining, it's always a great idea to serve a big-batch punch or signature cocktail that your guests can get stuck into straight away. Something that involves little effort, and maximum satisfaction is my motto.  So for my Silver & Blue Cocktail and Appetizers party I shared earlier in the week, I did just that.  Serving up a batch cocktail like this means you can prep it in advance and just forget about it, which in turn leaves you free to mingle and enjoy the party! Something we tend to forget sometimes at parties we host ourselves (sound familiar?) 😉

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