Category: Parties

50th Birthday Gifts by Decade

Anyone you know born in the 70’s turning the big 5-0? This is one of those big birthdays. 50th birthday gifts seem like big pressure. Thought I’d share what I did for my husband because it did indeed take some effort, maybe save someone some time. I started with a big decoration, balloon numbers. Wow, big, …

Graduation Party Hat

Every big party needs a hat or photo prop, right? Graduation party hats can quickly be made from a New Year’s hat. That’s right, start in January by buying a pre-made party hat on clearance. But don’t stop there. Buy anything with the year on it (napkins, cups, etc.). I promise it will make life easier …

Watermelon Treats

Inspired from a quick search on Pinterest and a nice visual from Say Yes, I was off to make a gluten-free/dairy-free fun watermelon treat. You can say we like our watermelon by a few other posts (watermelon margaritas, watermelon bowl) but this might be the best one yet. Make a basic Rice Krispie treat recipe, add …

Graduation Photo Display

I love photo displays, who doesn’t. However, they do take a little planning. Below are some ideas and the materials I used. Hopefully, my photo display planning will decrease the amount you need to. Start with an empty display screen Be sure to check out the how to post on building the Photo Display Screen. Decorating …

Party Photo Display Screen

I love it when milestone parties are decorated with photos, don’t you? A big display of photos clipped on string lights across a display screen was what I had in mind but I just couldn’t find one (at least a reasonable price). Thank goodness for IKEA and a power drill. The final product: Display Screen Supplies …

Graduation Cap For Cars

Every high school senior needs an oversized graduation cap on their car, right? Perfect for parades or just a general fun decoration to surprise your senior. Graduation Cap Supplies Foam board Poster board Cardstock Adhesive (glue, spray glue, double-sided tape) for card stock Packing tape Utility knife Self-healing mat (I like my oversized mat) Yarn in …

Soccer Field Decoration

Here we go, another soccer season, another decorated locker, mini turf soccer field decoration for the win this year. Tried to do something different, as I’m usually a more of a paper crafter. Thankfully I had some leftover turf from from a Super Bowl party we threw, so off I went to find the remenants. Soccer Field …