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7 special graduation ideas during Covid-19 for your 2020 grad. They deserve it!

7 special graduation ideas during Covid-19 for your 2020 grad. They deserve it!

by Christina Refford | Party Ideas, Tips + Tricks

Our Facebook groups have been asking for graduation ideas during Covid-19 and quarantine, and as a mom to a rising senior, and a high school grad last year, my heart goes out to all the 2020 grads. While school kids everywhere have had their lives and routines upended...
Last-minute Halloween crafts, printables, pumpkin decorating, and party activities to keep the whole week fun.

Last-minute Halloween crafts, printables, pumpkin decorating, and party activities to keep the whole week fun.

by Liz Gumbinner | DIY, Holiday Picks

If it’s not clear by now, we loooove Halloween around here! And if you need some ideas for party activities on Halloween night, or fun printables and craft ideas to keep the kids out of the candy stash for a few more days, take a look at these terrific ideas...
3 different ways to make DIY balloon arches for your next party. Make your entrance!

3 different ways to make DIY balloon arches for your next party. Make your entrance!

by Caroline Siegrist | DIY, Party Ideas

Lately I’ve been seeing a lot of gorgeous DIY balloon arches in my Instagram feed that have me inspired to figure out how to try my own. And after sleuthing around for tips from my favorite craft bloggers, I’ve discovered that it’s actually totally...
Cool backyard lighting ideas, because it’s really time to toss those tiki torches

Cool backyard lighting ideas, because it’s really time to toss those tiki torches

by Marsha Takeda-Morrison | Art + Decor

Hey you! Yes you, hanging out in the backyard in the dark. Let’s talk cool backyard lighting. Because isn’t it hard to see what you’re eating when the only light you have is the moon and the flickering light of your iPhone? (By the way, you couldn’t see it but a...
11 clever Oscar party ideas that deserve awards of their own

11 clever Oscar party ideas that deserve awards of their own

by Lexi Petronis | Party Ideas

Whether you’ve watched every Academy Award nominated film this year, or your list begins and ends with Coco (no judgment, parents!), Oscar parties are always a fun excuse to get everyone together for Hollywood-themed food, drinks, decorations, activities, and...
How to throw a Stranger Things themed party! 20 of the coolest ideas this side of The Upside Down.

How to throw a Stranger Things themed party! 20 of the coolest ideas this side of The Upside Down.

by Caroline Siegrist | Party Ideas

If you’re planning to throw a Stranger Things themed party for an upcoming birthday, for Halloween, or even a viewing party to celebrate the launch of the next season — counting the hours! — we’ve got you covered! Check out these cool Stranger...
Unicorn pumpkins FTW! The cutest tutorials from around the web

Unicorn pumpkins FTW! The cutest tutorials from around the web

by Liz Gumbinner | DIY

We are here for the unicorn pumpkin trend! And, maybe you are too. I mean, unicorns are not going away because, unicorns. And magic. And glitter. And make-believe. Whether you’ve got a kid trick-or-treating dressed as a unicorn, or just want some front porch...
9 OMG emoji photo booth props you can totally make yourself.

9 OMG emoji photo booth props you can totally make yourself.

by Caroline Siegrist | Party Ideas

We’ve embraced the emoji world takeover with clapping hands, champagne bottles mid-pop, and dancing twins in bunny leotards. Resistance is futile we’ve learned. And with The Emoji Movie coming out this week, we imagine even more will be psyched to discover...
Fun July 4th party must-haves because hey, you only turn 241 once.

Fun July 4th party must-haves because hey, you only turn 241 once.

by Liz Gumbinner | Party Ideas

Do you like July 4th parties? I like July 4th parties. I mean, what’s not to like? Sparklers, hot dogs, watermelon, friends — and I don’t have to wrap any gifts! If you’re planning on hosting a shindig — or just bringing something to a...
23 of the coolest mermaid party ideas we adore. Fin-tastic!

23 of the coolest mermaid party ideas we adore. Fin-tastic!

by Lexi Petronis | Party Ideas

Mermaids are big with kids. In other news, water is wet.  So of course, mermaid parties are big with kids and honestly, with us adults too. In fact, this mermaid trend has legs. (So to speak.) And that means if you’re looking for amazing mermaid party ideas for...
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