{party envy} beatlemania!

July 20th was a pretty popular day in history - ok not really, but some pretty cool & history defining things happened on that magical day:

B-E-A-T-L-E-M-A-N-I-A

Teen girls crying & the world absorbing British pop culture was in full force in the 60s. July 20, 1964 - The Beatles released their "Something New" album in the US.

Here's some Beatles' inspired party details to celebrate that day!



These birthday invitations by 45wall design are AMAZING! The fab four would be proud :)
It is so sweet that her 3 yr old has a case of Beatlemania! Check out her party details - they are just as great as the invitation! John was my dad's favorite too. . . 




Suzanne of SHEPAPERIE (an amazing talented woman!) created this groovy party for her cute-as-a-button twins: Elle & Liam - aren't those just adorable names?!?

The party invites included 14 Beatles songs in the wording! Mad skills.... Love the photo booth touches with Beatle-esque mustaches and the classic round, Lennon glasses.

“The Ultimate Beatles Fan Bag” party favors included:

- a set of Beatles mustaches
-rock star sunglasses
-"I Want To Hold Your Hand” clappers that lit up
-”Kaleidoscope Eyes” (a kaleidoscope)
-hippie beads
-a microphone
-a “Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds” ring (Ring Pop)
-“Penny Lane” (a roll of pennies)
-rock star candy
-and Beatle Juice (a juice box)



She found records at the thrift store and printed new labels and used them as plate chargers. Great idea to use "Ticket to Ride" tickets as napkin rings - this would be a great idea for a Circus/Carnival themed party too!

"All You Need is Love & Sweets" station:

The dessert table incorporated many Beatles references such as “Strawberry Fields Forever” sugar cookies, Marmalade Skies Jam, Apple Records, Marshmallow Pies, and “Yellow Submarines” made from Twinkies, Dot Candy and straws.  
I'm digging those DIY record stands she made & those guitar pops - too cute!

Food Stations:

Menu
– I AM THE EGGMAN deviled eggs
– LET IT B-L-T bites
– HERE COMES THE SUNchips
–YELLOW SUBMARINE sandwiches
– SGT. PEPPERoni pizza
– THEY SAY IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY cake

 Drinks
- “FOR THE BENEFIT OF MR. SPRITE”
- “SGT. DR. PEPPER”
- Custom BABYMANIA wrapped labels.

To top it all off, there was a salad bar: "Octopus' Garden"  - Smart idea to serve the toppings in cylinders with tongs: adds height & helps control cherry tomatoes from rolling around :)

There are tons more pictures and details over at SHEPAPERIE & The Hostess Blog - check it out & get your Beatles' fix.

Beatles fact about me: My middle name is Michelle after the Beatles' song: "Michelle"


Peace Out! 


Amanda

{party envy} sundae baby shower

I really enjoyed this Ice Cream Sundae baby shower by Jordan @ Polka Dot Prints featured via Bump Smitten.

The touches of natural and baby elements in the printed goods & decor definitely made this party summery & sweet!



The dessert table included lots & lots of toppings: cookie dough, marshmallows, nuts, and sprinkles - to name a few! Love the styling of the sprinkles in brown paper bags and presented in an Asian steamer.




I really like that the invitation has different images/patterns in each letter of baby shower - very whimsical & fun. The labels are attached with mini clothespins; a great touch for a baby shower.




Love the pink lemonade in glass bottles along with the wooden spoons. I'm really digging the galvanized touches to this party as well!

This frozen treat of a baby shower is delicious eye candy!
Great job Jordan!

*****Don't forget to enter the Flair Designery Giveaway this week*****

Enjoy!

Amanda

{fab finds} ice cream inspiration

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Ice Cream *  Ice Cream * Ice Cream

This has been such an inpiration point for me lately. It reminds me of the sweet, summer nights that are about to be here! It might also have to do with my major sweet tooth.
*Disclaimer: I love frozen yogurt & ice cream equally ;)

Here are a few of the ice cream bits & sprinkles that I am wanting on my sundae:



What an Amazing Party for her twins 1st birthday! I love the ruffled streamers & poms backdrop, and what a great idea to use wrapping paper as a tablecloth. Great job Anne @ Anne's Vinyl! She also gives you all the printables that she used at the party too, so sweet :)



This is part of a design project by Joe Stephenson via Design Work Life.

These ideas would be GREAT for a party: Ice Cream "toppers" with different sayings (start a new trend!), printed wooden spoons, pointed ice cream "bowls" or cone wraps.



The women @ 100 Layer Cake did an amazing job with their Ice Cream Parlor Wedding Shoot and give the tutorial on how to make this ice cream cone holder. A must for presenting your waffle cones!



Aren't these ice cream cups darling? I love how they are packaged in an ice cream truck!
This 12 pc kit is available at Shop Sweet LuLu!

This is just a preview of the SWEET inspiration, crafts, and parties to come your way this week!

*****Don't forget to enter the Flair Designery Giveaway this week*****

Enjoy!

Amanda

{notions and notes} cinco de mayo

I am a little late to get on the Cinco de Mayo train, but I wanted to do a quick MEGA post of all things that put me in a "fiesta" mood!

Printables



These muy caliente printables are by Kim @ TomKat Studio.

The FREE collection includes cupcake toppers/tags and invitations. Love the bright colors!




I just discovered Annika's blog: Cakes Likes a Party. Instant love!

She made a Cinco de Mayo FREE & Awesome ;) printable banner to share. Thanks!



How About Orange's compliment bunting came up in my Facebook feed a month ago, and I have been looking for the perfect occassion to share it!

This would be so fun to put up in one of your co-worker's cubicle to brighten their day.




Definitely one of my go-to sites for printables: Catch My Party! 

This collection by Brady @ 9 to 5 Mom includes: a 5×7 invitation, party circles, drink flags, water/beer bottle labels, and a “Cinco de Mayo” banner. Essentially everything you'll need to throw one great fiesta!


Crafts & Tutorials



These mini pinatas by @ One Charming Party have been the Cinco de Mayo crush of blogland!

What a perfect craft to do with your kids (or a festive party favor) to celebrate the 5th of May.




Chelsea @ Lovely Indeed shared this DIY Papel Picado tutorial @ The Sweetest Occassion.

This is perfect if you want your "Mexican Bunting" to say just the right words or have the perfect design.

I'm thinking some chevron details?!?




This would work great for a fiesta & a luau!

The Paper Parasol Topiary tutorial is by Craft Stylish and was found via the Hostess with the Mostess' daily blog.




What's a cake without mini-bunting?

The tutorial by Jenna @ EatDrinkPretty featured on A Subtle Revelry (recent blog crush...) that shows you how to do it "Cinco de Mayo" style.



Food & Parties



Cinco de Maia!

A 1st birthday south-of-the-border style!

Kelly @ WH Hostess created this festive party and it was Kara's Party Ideas winning feature. Congrats & gracias for sharing the party!!!




The Sweet Adventures of SugarBelle never disappoints!

The chips & guacamole are actually cookies & icing! How fun! These would also be perfect as a sweet trick on April Fool's Day. Visit her site for the complete tutorial.



Don't fret! This smore station is just one of the drool-worthy images from the Mexico Inspired Wedding Shoot featured on Style Me Pretty.

The style & inspiration behind the shoot is classic Mexican with vintage & rustic touches.

So beautiful....

I hope I haven't put you into inspiration overload!
I am on my way now to make "Churro" cupcakes, wish me luck!

Enjoy!

Amanda

{instant love} vintage baby nursery

The title of this nursery is "Days of White" and this nursery captures and displays beautifully the memorable "white days" in one's life.

The nursery design is by the creative Brooke @ All Things Thrifty.

The color palette and soft details of this shabby chic nursery are on point! My mom would absolutely die over this room. I could envision this in her cabin.

Love the homemade, whitewashed wooden door in the background. Made for $12 bucks, what a steal! White wash and the door tutorial are lovingly provided. Thanks!

Such delicate bedding... All those lace ruffles are made out of a $25 thrift store wedding dress!

Other room details:

Like the mobile?!? It is made out of thrift store foam Christmas ornaments!

The floral arrangement in the shadow box is actually her dried out wedding bouquet.


Lesson learned: Want beautiful, unique accessories?!? Hit up the local thrift store.

Great Job!!!

Enjoy!

Amanda

{fab finds} crafty goodness

I was creeping looking around on Craft-O-Maniac's blog this past weekend after a google search sent me to the canvas feature below.


My hunt started with me trying to find an awesome pillow that I saw in an etsy email one day and I cannot find it. It has vanished. :(


Anywho... I did find these great projects featured or linked up to Craft-O-Maniac's blog:



Aren't these gorgey-porgey?!? Bright & fun these whimisical nursery wall hangings would be a perfect addition to any kids room. Switch the animals & colors to fit any theme and just follow the provided tutorial... Amy @ Positively Splendid's end result is exactly as her blog says :)



Katie @ Little Things Bring Smiles did such an awesome job on these book page covered letters! Such a great job on an original concept! PS - Might have to re-create these for myself...



The Hicks Girls are just so crafty with that freezer paper! These lil bibs are just to perfect!



Kristin @ Ink Blots and Polka Dots has great tips & a tutorial to make this drop cloth ruffle pillow.

Enjoy!

Amanda