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Party favour or gift boxesHosting a party or celebration can cost a fortune. Simply by making your own party favour boxes you will save a substantial amount. Plus, these party favour boxes are also ideal as gift boxes. |
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Easy tablescape for New Years EveI am normally so tired after running around like a headless chicken over Christmas that NYE sneaks up upon me, meaning that once again I have to rush around to get everything done in time for the big night. But this table scape is an easy one and you can find most of what you need in the garden, or at the florist. |
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Party ideas for New Years EveBefore you know it, Christmas is over and then it's time to start planning for New Years Eve. If you consider all the hulabaloo about the world coming to an end on 21 December, I am sure that there will be lots to celebrate this time around. Here are some ideas to help you get started with putting together everything you need for an "I Survived" NYE party. |
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Cake and cupcake decorationsWhat started as a humble business supplying wedding decor has transformed into a leading name in cake decor. Nicole and Ian, the names behind the Nicoletta brand, place focus on quality and innovation to supply some of the most gorgeous cake decorations on the local market. |
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DIY clay ring bowlHaving done countless DIY projects over the past four years, Christina at Intimate Weddings says that this is one of her all time faves. It’s easy. It’s inexpensive. It doesn’t require lots of fancy tools. It’s not overly time-consuming and the result is stunning. After the wedding you can display it as a cherished handmade keepsake from your wedding. |
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Candy stand from repurposed plastic bottlesI have no idea where the inspiration for this candy stand came from... I have a pile of cut plastic bottles that I regularly play with to think up ideas to use them, and this one just popped into my head. I think it would be perfect for a party table or special occasion, and could be used to display sweets or snacks. |
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Sangria 3 waysValley & Co have a recipe for sangria made three ways. A simple, yet classic recipe
with a twist that can be made in batches well in advance. Keep chilled in the |
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Make your own party lightsParty lighting is expensive to buy - or hire - and this simple project shows how easy it is to make your own decorative twine or rope lighting for a wedding, party of special occasions using twine and balloons. The finished result is stunning and would look gorgeous at any event. |
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Set the table for springI have been wanting to put together a selection of creative spring table ideas for a while. There are so many gorgeous spring table ideas and spring table crafts out there that I had to share, but if it's still cold, save this feature for later. It doesn't quite inspire in freezing weather! |
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Printables for baby showerI came across this baby shower kit that is full of things to print (invitation, banners, decorations, placeholder, food labels, etc., that you can print out at home as many times as you like. |
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Make a cardboard cupcake standI am so in love with this little cutey. The project is made using coloured card. Instead of forking out to buy a cupcake stand, you can print our your designs to match a themed party.
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Crafty wedding decor for home weddingI stumbled across these wonderful ideas on Ideas magazine and immediately thought that they would be the perfect way to decorate for a home or garden wedding. What's nice about this idea is that everything is do-able and affordable. Take a look and see... |
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Birthday party ideas for a little girlIt isn't always easy to come up with the perfect theme for a little girl's birthday party, so I have put together a selection of ideas and inspiration from various source... just to get those creative juices flowing! |
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Birthday party ideas for a little boyThe easiest way to choose a theme for a little boy's birthday party is to decorate on his favourite cartoon character, hobby or activity. With this in mind, we have put together a selection of themes for a little boy's birthday party. |
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Pink and black or chocolate brown baby showerMoving away from the traditional pastel shades for a baby shower, pink and black or chocolate brown are more modern colours for a baby girl baby shower. |
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Shared birthday party - rainbows and racing carsWe settled on a theme of Rainbows and Race Cars. I used primary colours to pull the Rainbows and Race Cars ideas together, with added emphasis on red and purple. It was a casual, home party designed with the children and the young guests in mind. |
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Nautical theme baby showerThrow a unique baby shower for friend or family with a nautical theme comprising red, white and blue decor. Perfect if you know a little boy is one the way! |