Planning Spring Events
Written by Carrie Reed
March 22, 2013
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Featured, Party Planning, Spring
Spring is time of celebration for all types of events; Easter, Mother’s Day, Cinco de Mayo, Graduations, Birthdays, Retirements and so much more. This year get a jump start on your planning with this step-by-step guide to help you make sure all the bases are covered and your event will be a smashing success! Follow Continue Reading »
Spring Celebration Ideas
Written by Carrie Reed
March 20, 2013
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Featured, Mother's Day, Party Planning, Spring
Springtime is full of reasons to celebrate, Easter, Mother’s Day, May Day, Spring dances and festivals, and so much more. Make the most of these special events with fresh and colorful decorations and crafts. Here are some new ideas to put some “spring” in your step as you celebrate! Continue Reading »
Family Time – Patriotic Pride
Written by Carrie Reed
June 24, 2012
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Patriotic
4th of July, Family fun, Fourth of July, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Patriotic
As Memorial Day and Independence Day approach, we sometimes take the holidays for granted. A day off school and work, maybe a picnic in the backyard. It’s easy to forget the true meaning of these special days for our country. Here are a few tips to instill an appreciation in young people: Decorate Continue Reading »
Host A Poker Party
Written by Carrie Reed
October 24, 2011
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Party Planning
When you hear “Poker Night” what comes to mind? A few guys gathered round a table in a smoky room, a bowl of stale potato chips, several beer cans and a few cigars? It’s time to put that stereotype to rest! Poker parties are fun for all ages. Men, women and even children are Continue Reading »
7 Easy Birthday Cakes
Written by Carrie Reed
October 10, 2011
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Featured, Party Planning
Your five year old is over-the-top excited for her Princess Birthday Party. Your local bakery has no princess cake. What’s a mom to do? Bake it yourself of course! Sometimes the idea of baking and decorating your own cake can seem a bit overwhelming. But it really can be quite easy if you break Continue Reading »
Ahoy Matey – Throw A Pirate Party
Written by Carrie Reed
September 5, 2011
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Party Planning
September 19th is known as International Talk Like A Pirate Day. What a great time to throw a Pirate Party! Of course any time of year would be just as much fun. Whether you are hosting a child’s birthday party or an adult gathering, landlubbers will be delighted and entertained. Invitations Create your Continue Reading »
Link-o-Loons Tutorial – Crystal Explosion
Written by Carrie Reed
October 24, 2010
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Decorations, Party Planning
INTRODUCTION The excitement created by the Crystal Explosion is unmistakable. At fi rst sight, your eyes are instantly drawn towards the growth-like features. As an entrance ‘welcomer’, room fi ller or outdoor decoration, the ability to move with the breeze gives the Crystal EXPLOSION a lifelike appearance. With either a multicolor or stylized combination the Continue Reading »
Link-o-Loons Tutorial – Ball Dodecahedron
Written by Carrie Reed
October 24, 2010
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Decorations, Party Planning
INTRODUCTION The LINK-O-LOON® is a geometric marvel. They are quick to inflate and join to form self-supporting, three dimensional structures. This ball uses only 30 x 30cm (12”) LINK-O-LOON® and 20 x 12cm (5”) balloons to form a 1.8m (72”) ball. By adding foil stars, a stunning mirror ball is formed. As it rotates, the Continue Reading »
Theme Party Tips
Written by Carrie Reed
October 24, 2010
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Party Planning
Theme Parties are a great way to celebrate just about any occasion. They entertain your guests, and encourage participation. They create conversation, and they simplify decorating. No matter what theme you choose, a theme will spice up any event! Start by choosing your theme. Create invitations that capture your theme, a giant sun or Continue Reading »
Baby Shower Tips
Written by Carrie Reed
October 1, 2010
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Party Planning
Invitations Create unique and personal invitations with photos. Baby photos of the new parents, or the new baby are fun. Even an ultrasound photo is a cute addition to the invitation. Song lyrics or phrases are fun on the invitation. Try lullabies, or nursery rhymes for ideas. Send an index card and ask each Continue Reading »

