Posts Tagged ‘party idea’

4 Sneaky Mistletoe Hiding Places
Here's the rule: anyone who stands under mistletoe cannot refuse to be kissed. That puts the odds in your favor, my friend. All you've got to do is be clever about where you hang your sprig. That's where we come in. We gotchu, boo! Add these mistletoe jelly shots to your party spread and keep that holiday cheer going. It's the gift that keeps on giving. [recipe]... Read More
Mini Boozy Apple Rum Cakes
Parties don’t have to end just because it gets dark earlier! You can just feel it in the air – summer slowly coming to an end. Ease your way into autumn by making Boozy Apple Cakes. These rum cakes are obviously for the 21 and over crowd, but can easily be made for the under 21 crowd by just omitting the alcohol. Bonus! Your entire house will smell like fall – before, during, and after – baking up these cute little cakes! Grab... Read More
How to Throw a Backyard Beach Party
For some unfortunate individuals, going to the beach requires a long drive on crowded freeways, which is no way to spend a beautiful summer day. Luckily, you can make the most of the sun-drenched weather by re-creating a beach scene right in your backyard. Better yet - invite some friends and make a party out of it! Break out the kiddie pools Now, it may have already occurred to you that filling your backyard with sand would surely impr... Read More
Star Piñata Sugar Cookies
Here’s a crazy cool cookie idea that will bring out the “ooohs” and “aaahs” at your 4th of July bash! Who hasn’t seen these adorable little Cinco de Mayo burros? A cookie with a surprise in the middle is a great idea for any holiday, so why not patriotically colored stars for 4th of July? The method for Star Piñata Sugar Cookies is so easy, and even easier if you start with Pillsbury refrigerated Sugar Cookie dough (I used th... Read More
Party Rock Jelly Shots
Tablespoon’s turning 3, so we created a special jelly shot just for the occasion! It’s Tablespoon’s 3rd birthday, so Party Rock Jelly Shots are in the house! Why purple and pink? Well, isn’t that just what every 3-year-old party princess digs? Ditch the cake. Instead, we’re gonna lose our minds with these crazy animal print jelly shots. Colossal! And, yeah, they wiggle wiggle wiggle too. Let’s go! Mix up 2 small bo... Read More
MIB3 Fruit Snack Neuralyzers
So excited about the third Men in Black movie! I love that franchise – and always pause the remote whenever I see the MIBs on cable. They have all the ingredients for a perfect summer flick – comedy and decent special effects, wrapped in some light sci fi with no overly gratuitous fight scenes. Of course you remember the Neuralyzer? Sorry, can’t resist, as the Neuralyzer is of course the snazzy memory wiping device employed by the MIB... Read More
Lavender Party Treats
Picking a theme or color is actually my first step when planning a party! After that, the other ideas begin to flow. It’s really easy. Start by choosing the details you want to use, then think of ways you can incorporate your party colors to match the theme of the party. For example, if I was going to have a purple party (similar to the one featured on the Martha Stewart show, so cute!), I would create purple desserts, like my Lavender Colored... Read More
10 Party Rocking Apps
Spring has sprung and it's time to jam! It’s this time of year that I love to drive with the windows down listening to some of my favorite songs. And by “listening to,” I mean singing along. (For the sake of others, I am usually alone when this happens.) Luckily, I’m a better cook than singer, so I’m tuning into my spring play list for some foodie inspiration. Join me, will you? Song: Red Solo Cup Artist:  Toby Keith E... Read More
The Hunger Games Themed Party
The Hunger Games is taking the world by storm! The highly successful book trilogy by Suzanne Collins is being adapted for the big screen, with the first movie set to release on March 23. Why not host a Hunger Games themed party in honor of the long-awaited film? Here are some tips for celebrating the games, Capitol style! Hunger Games-Inspired Foods In The Hunger Games, wealth and comfort are symbolized through the rich imagery of foods li... Read More
Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax: Truffula Tree Treats
Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax arrives in movie theaters on March 2, 2012 (what would be Dr. Seuss’ 108th birthday!). Why not celebrate the latest 3-D film with a little pre-movie party? With a few whimsical and festive touches, you can dress up your party space and serve some tasty treats! Your inspiration? Truffula Trees. Central to the movie, these trees feature colorful wooly branches that support the forest ecosystem of “Thneed-Ville.”... Read More