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Ultimate Blog Party 2011

Posted in Party Theme, tagged on April 7, 2011| 1 Comment »

Are you ready to party with the fifth annual Ultimate Blog Party?   This is my first year to participate, but it sure looks like fun.
Twin bloggers Susan and Janice, the masterminds behind 5 Minutes for Mom, are responsible for all the wonderful fun that takes place between April 1-April 8, 2011!
The Ultimate Blog Party is  the ultimate place to party and meet new friends. Any one interested in participating, can put a party post on their site, share a bit of who you are and what your site is about then add the URL to a linky list on the party site. How easy is that?
Check out all the great blogs – there are oodles to choose from and don’t forget to check out the prizes!

For details about me, go to my about Page for more info than you really wanted to know!

Happy Partying!

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Happy Groundhog’s Day!

Posted in Holidays, Musings, Party Theme, tagged on February 2, 2011| Leave a Comment »

A Happy Groundhog’s Day to you!

It looks like Mr. Punxsutawney Phil is predicting an early spring. I could just kiss his furry little head!

If you’d like to check out his official website, it is brief but fun.

You can also find some interesting Groundhog’s  Day facts here.

And, if you want some crazy Groundhog’s Day entertaining ideas, I’ve got some to share right here.

Have a fabulous day and think happy spring thoughts!

Happy Entertaining!

She who is ready for the tulips to bloom

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Valentine’s Day Decorating Ideas

Posted in Entertaining at Home, Entertaining Ideas, Holidays, Party Theme, tagged , , , on February 1, 2011| Leave a Comment »

If you are entertaining at all during the Valentine’s season, think about starting the welcome outside your door with some fun accents.

I absolutely love this red berry heart wreath hanging on the white gate from Southern Living at Home. Not only is the contrast of the red and white visually striking, it sets the tone for a warm and friendly welcome.

 

Then carry on the Valentine’s theme inside with some easy accents. Toss a few red pillows on your couch or favorite chair. This one from Bed Bath and Beyond is a marvelous selection. Use black, white, or robin egg blue slip covers for the most wow-factor with your red accents.

 

Mix red and white plates for a stunning table. Use a bright blue cloth and really set the red on the edge!

 

Create a show-stopping centerpiece with a hurricane vase, a dozen floral stems (roses preferred, of course) and a piece of satin ribbon. This idea from Better Homes and Garden’s website truly inspires me! Absolutely lovely!

 

Everybody loves cookies – especially sugar cookies. Valentinecookierecipes.com offers a wide variety of fun cookie recipes along with great photos. Being a visual person, the photos are essential to my happiness!

 

However you entertain this Valentine’s Day holiday, have fun and connect from the heart. That’s what it is all about, my friends!

Happy Entertaining!

Shanna

 

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Wish it Was Spring Party Theme

Posted in Entertaining at Home, Entertaining Ideas, Party Theme, tagged , , on January 25, 2011| Leave a Comment »

 

If you and your friends are like me and my friends, we are so ready for spring!

Gather them together for a fun “Wish it Was Spring” themed party.

This party theme is super simple, but will bring you and those gathered around your table much joy and it just might be the thing needed to get you through until spring arrives!

Create a colorful invitation and send to your friends. You could do this via email, in person or snail mail. If you email the invite, there are hundreds of colorful choices at evites.com (and it is FREE!).

Cover the table with a bright colored table cloth – something pink, fuschia, yellow and green would fit the bill. If you don’t have a bright table covering, go for a neutral and use bright colored dishes. I’ve got some apple-green pieces that just scream “springtime.” You could also use a piece cloth from the fabric store or pick up an inexpensive sheet at a store like Walmart.

Create some springtime fun around the table by tying flatware and napkins in a bundle with raffia twine and tucking in a packet of seeds. Yes, they are out in the stores already! You can also create a fun centerpiece with a terra cotta planter, garden gloves, some garden tools and seeds. Have a garden-themed guessing game and let the winner take home the centerpiece.

 

Another centerpiece option would be a simple vase of tulips. They are available in stores now as well. You could also float individual tulip stems in little bowls or dishes at each place setting.

Keep your menu really simple. A huge green salad filled with fresh veggies and grilled chicken is a wonderful meal when accompanied by a loaf of crusty warm bread. Finish the meal with a citrus or berry dessert, like lemon or raspberry bars.

To keep the conversation spring-focused, have your guests share a favorite spring memory or what is the first sign of spring for them or what one thing they enjoy most about spring. Share gardening tips or planting ideas.

Sit back, enjoy the companionship and give a bit of spring-like refreshment to your spirit!

Happy Entertaining!

From She who longs for Spring

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