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End of Summer Party

All around the country, it’s time for back to school. I am mourning the loss of summer. We never seem to do all that we mean to do. Time and lack of finances prevent some things, but other things we just never get around to doing. A lot of people will celebrate the end of summer with one last cookout on Labor Day. But by that time we will have been in school for three weeks. We will feel like summer was over a long time ago. I like the idea of an end of summer party though. Here are … Continue reading →

Wave Goodbye to Boredom

There is no rule that says a party has to be for a special occasion. You can throw your kids a great summer party “just because.” Try a pool party or a waves and water theme, and “wave” goodbye to boredom. Start by swagging blue streamers in different shades of blue to create the look of waves. Add a blue or blue-green tablecloth to the table and surround with more wave-like swags. When setting the table, alternate with light blue and dark blue or blue and green plates and napkins when setting the table. Add a fish bowl in the … Continue reading →

Simple Cake Decorating Ideas

Decorating cakes does not have to be difficult or time consuming. It should be fun! There are lots of cool ideas available and of course you can find some great cake pans too. Still, there is something to be said for simple ideas as well, and the following are super simple, but still cute and fun. Smiley Cakes Bake a round cake. You can make two smiley cakes using the layers separately, or you can make a layer cake. Frost your cake(s) with yellow frosting. You can use lemon or add some yellow food coloring to your favorite white frosting. … Continue reading →

Other Summer Parties

Fourth of July is over, and there aren’t any other holidays until Labor Day. Between now and September, you are likely to decide that it’s time for a party, picnic, or barbeque. Holidays lend themselves to simple, instant themes, but how do you come up with a theme for a “just because” party or a birthday party for someone who is a bit mature for Spiderman or Sponge Bob? Summer parties bring all sorts of things to mind. Tropical fruits and colorful flowers can be the start of a great Luau, with just a few simple additions. A grass tablecloth … Continue reading →