When I went looking for something different to help decorate for my big Halloween party this year, I found so fun ideas. New ways to add little vignettes of spooky or ghoulish decor. New party accessories and new fun inflatables to add to my party decor.
One of those really fun things I found was bottle labels in Halloween themes. Imagine having your wine bottles, beer bottles, even soda or water bottles labeled with things like: Witch's Brew, Poison, and Goblin Brains. What a fun way to add more Halloween decor to your table.
The bottle labels come in sets of 8 for a small price, so I can get lots of different kinds to make up fun decorations for my beverages. That was always a sore spot with me. I usually ended up keeping the beverage table separate and could only add a bit of decor.
While my buffet food table was loaded with those ghoulish and freakish foods all decked out as eyeballs, brains, and severed fingers, my drinks were just tubs of iced down bottles. Boring! But, this year, I will be loading my drink tubs with appropriate Halloween style beverages.
I won't completely hide the real labels. I want my guests to know what they will be drinking (the real stuff that is actually safe for them) but I do want to add more fun ideas for the decorating and dress up even the beverages. Get some Halloween beverage labels for yourself and have more fun at your party, too.
Friday, September 6, 2013
Sunday, September 1, 2013
Baby Animals - The Perfect Toddler Costume
Dressing a toddle for Halloween is always great fun. Whether it's just for the fun of celebrating the holiday, or you're attending or hosting a party, including the little ones is darling.
Picking a costume for a toddler though isn't always easy. In my world, that little one who is now able to walk, even run, needs a costume to move with. Baby animals make some of the best in my opinion.
Darling little ones as darling little ones is just plain adorable. Nearly every toddler has those special stuffed animals that are part of their every day lives. The teddy bear they can't sleep without, the plush monkey that shares play time, even the over-sized stuffed lion that sits in the corner of their bedroom all are part of a toddler's world.
Choosing a baby animal costume that matches one of their own favorite plush animals is a great fit. Toddlers are aware of the match themselves and will delight in being that favorite toy.
Besides my own children, I have multiple grandchildren that toddle into Halloween all costumed out. By far, the cutest ones have been those baby animals. I afraid the memories live much longer with the adults, but that's what makes Halloween with a toddler so much fun.
Picking a costume for a toddler though isn't always easy. In my world, that little one who is now able to walk, even run, needs a costume to move with. Baby animals make some of the best in my opinion.
Darling little ones as darling little ones is just plain adorable. Nearly every toddler has those special stuffed animals that are part of their every day lives. The teddy bear they can't sleep without, the plush monkey that shares play time, even the over-sized stuffed lion that sits in the corner of their bedroom all are part of a toddler's world.
Choosing a baby animal costume that matches one of their own favorite plush animals is a great fit. Toddlers are aware of the match themselves and will delight in being that favorite toy.
Besides my own children, I have multiple grandchildren that toddle into Halloween all costumed out. By far, the cutest ones have been those baby animals. I afraid the memories live much longer with the adults, but that's what makes Halloween with a toddler so much fun.
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Zombie Party Planning
Certainly Zombie parties are a great theme for Halloween. The costumes are fun to create, the decor is a kick to put together and the food is creative. Getting started with your Zombie party is easy, at least when you start with the invitations.
For me, any party planning starts with invitations. I like to look through my choices, then pick one or two that will work great. I spend some time looking at the designs, the color schemes, the little extras that are in the invitations to get my ideas.
Once I have settled on which invite I want, I have most of my planning in place. I always order my party invites from Zazzle. The designs are just so unique. I always get compliments!
And don't you know, they have tons of great ones for a Zombie Halloween party! We are all getting ready for the Zombie invasion and this year's party will be a huge hit. Starting with those invitations for all the planning ideas will help make the party that hit.
When you're ready to get started planning your Halloween party, take a look at the Zombie party invitations to get your ideas for colors to work with, decor to add and fun food to serve. You will have a huge party hit yourself.
For me, any party planning starts with invitations. I like to look through my choices, then pick one or two that will work great. I spend some time looking at the designs, the color schemes, the little extras that are in the invitations to get my ideas.
Once I have settled on which invite I want, I have most of my planning in place. I always order my party invites from Zazzle. The designs are just so unique. I always get compliments!
And don't you know, they have tons of great ones for a Zombie Halloween party! We are all getting ready for the Zombie invasion and this year's party will be a huge hit. Starting with those invitations for all the planning ideas will help make the party that hit.
When you're ready to get started planning your Halloween party, take a look at the Zombie party invitations to get your ideas for colors to work with, decor to add and fun food to serve. You will have a huge party hit yourself.
Monday, August 26, 2013
Creating a Zombie Costume for Women
Looking for costume ideas for this Halloween? How about a Zombie? That is a fun and wild costume for any event, whether a Halloween party or any kind of occasion that needs a costume.
We are preparing for the Zombie invasion, which we know could happen at any time. In fact, Halloween party themes of the UnDead are popular these days. Maybe we should take a lesson from that and get prepared.
Zombie costumes are probably the easiest scary costume to do yourself. It's all about looking like you have been dead for many years. Now you have come back to life as the walking dead. So your look is that of moldy hair, white face and decaying clothing.
Make sure to add in a little blood on your dress or outfit to effect the violent end that you had. That creates your need to return to the world that took your life. Of course you have the fun of going after the living!
Take advantage of the fun by handing out signs that say: Zombies want brains, so you're safe. Just a little added silliness to promote your own fun. By the way, that particular little trick won me a Best Costume Award.
So get ready for some fun this Halloween and decorate yourself as one of the Walking Dead. You could come home from a party with an award yourself.
We are preparing for the Zombie invasion, which we know could happen at any time. In fact, Halloween party themes of the UnDead are popular these days. Maybe we should take a lesson from that and get prepared.
Zombie costumes are probably the easiest scary costume to do yourself. It's all about looking like you have been dead for many years. Now you have come back to life as the walking dead. So your look is that of moldy hair, white face and decaying clothing.
Make sure to add in a little blood on your dress or outfit to effect the violent end that you had. That creates your need to return to the world that took your life. Of course you have the fun of going after the living!
Take advantage of the fun by handing out signs that say: Zombies want brains, so you're safe. Just a little added silliness to promote your own fun. By the way, that particular little trick won me a Best Costume Award.
So get ready for some fun this Halloween and decorate yourself as one of the Walking Dead. You could come home from a party with an award yourself.
Monday, June 24, 2013
Summer Time Parties
We love those lazy summer days with plenty of sunshine and outdoor activities. By now, the graduation parties are over, so it's time to think about other kinds of parties. Like a barbeque, maybe?
Outdoor grilling and summer just go together so naturally. Don't we all look forward to those grilled meats, vegetables, even fruits? It doesn't actually require a holiday to have a fun barbeque party. It's fun to celebrate a great summer weekend with a party.
The first step, after your date is set, of course, is to get your invitations sent out. While many people will just do phone calls, it's so much nicer to send out invitations to your barbeque party. Most especially if you are doing one for the 4th of July or Labor Day, or even a birthday party.
Sending out a written invitation doesn't take too much and gives your guests all the information they need right at their fingertips. No more guests who didn't remember the time or the address. Therefore no dealing with last minute phone calls.
Summer party invitations can also help you set the theme for your party. Even with a barbeque party, there can be different themes. Of course my favorite is Old West, but there are plenty of others and the invitation choices can help you find fun ones.
So go ahead and plan that great summer party. This season is too short to let it go by without additional fun.
Outdoor grilling and summer just go together so naturally. Don't we all look forward to those grilled meats, vegetables, even fruits? It doesn't actually require a holiday to have a fun barbeque party. It's fun to celebrate a great summer weekend with a party.
The first step, after your date is set, of course, is to get your invitations sent out. While many people will just do phone calls, it's so much nicer to send out invitations to your barbeque party. Most especially if you are doing one for the 4th of July or Labor Day, or even a birthday party.
Sending out a written invitation doesn't take too much and gives your guests all the information they need right at their fingertips. No more guests who didn't remember the time or the address. Therefore no dealing with last minute phone calls.
Summer party invitations can also help you set the theme for your party. Even with a barbeque party, there can be different themes. Of course my favorite is Old West, but there are plenty of others and the invitation choices can help you find fun ones.
So go ahead and plan that great summer party. This season is too short to let it go by without additional fun.
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Summer Pool Parties for Kids
Granted Summer isn't really a holiday, unless you are a school-aged child. Then we are talking a huge holiday. And that's fitting. They get a holiday from school, perfect. So why not let them celebrate with a pool party?
So many kids have birthdays in the summer months, too. It's great for them to be able to celebrate their birthday with their friends. Certainly like the other school kids do that have birthdays during the school months.
Whether you have your own pool, are using a family member's or friends pool, or have the ability to use a community of YMCA pool, a kid's party is such an ideal summer event. After you have the place, date and time coordinated, your next step is the invitations.
Fun and appropriate children's pool party invitations are easily available online at Zazzle. The great designers on this site do a wonderful job of making the artwork and layout of the invites, just right. Then all you need to do is add in the details.
The invitations are printed on good quality card stock. The images are brilliant and the shipping is fast. I always order my invitations from Zazzle. There is no minimum quantity so I can order just the amount I need with no wasted leftovers.
Get planning and have that perfect Summer pool party for your child. It's easy and fun to do!
So many kids have birthdays in the summer months, too. It's great for them to be able to celebrate their birthday with their friends. Certainly like the other school kids do that have birthdays during the school months.
Whether you have your own pool, are using a family member's or friends pool, or have the ability to use a community of YMCA pool, a kid's party is such an ideal summer event. After you have the place, date and time coordinated, your next step is the invitations.
Fun and appropriate children's pool party invitations are easily available online at Zazzle. The great designers on this site do a wonderful job of making the artwork and layout of the invites, just right. Then all you need to do is add in the details.
The invitations are printed on good quality card stock. The images are brilliant and the shipping is fast. I always order my invitations from Zazzle. There is no minimum quantity so I can order just the amount I need with no wasted leftovers.
Get planning and have that perfect Summer pool party for your child. It's easy and fun to do!
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Enjoy Easter Jewelry
Easter jewelry isn't just for little girls. Now, us adult women can enjoy the look of Easter Jewelry. Earring, necklaces, bracelets and pendants. And the charming kind that you love to wear.
I have a friend who loves wearing jewelry for all the holidays. She even has a special jewelry box just for her holiday items. She always has really nice and interesting jewelry. Some ends up as conversations starters, other pieces just make her feel good even if no one notices she's wearing them.
When she wanted more jewelry for Easter, she found a very nice collection with lots of options. I have to say I agree with her. That collection has something for just about everybody. Plus I found some great pieces of jewelry to add to my granddaughters Easter baskets this year.
So if you are ready for some Easter jewelry for yourself or to give as an Easter gift, take a look. Easter Pendants and Jewelry will certainly satisfy what you are looking for.
I have a friend who loves wearing jewelry for all the holidays. She even has a special jewelry box just for her holiday items. She always has really nice and interesting jewelry. Some ends up as conversations starters, other pieces just make her feel good even if no one notices she's wearing them.
When she wanted more jewelry for Easter, she found a very nice collection with lots of options. I have to say I agree with her. That collection has something for just about everybody. Plus I found some great pieces of jewelry to add to my granddaughters Easter baskets this year.
So if you are ready for some Easter jewelry for yourself or to give as an Easter gift, take a look. Easter Pendants and Jewelry will certainly satisfy what you are looking for.
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