{FREEday} july 20th famous freebies

I never got around to doing a FREEday post during my birthday week. Here are FREEBIES that are inspired by famous events on JULY 20th!



Neil Armstrong was the first man to walk on the moon on July 20th 1969. Celebrate this giant step for mankind with this FREE space inspired party printable pack by Smitten Blog Designs.



This isn't necessarily tied to July 20th only - it's for most July babies. Emotional, loving, and creative are we, the sun-loving crab is our cancer horoscope sign. The FREE tags above are made by Emily @ Jones Design Company and featured on the wonderful blog: House of Smiths.



The Beatles debuted their "Something New" album in 1964. "Love is All You Need" printable by Michael @ Inspired by Charm pays tribute to the Fab Four's fete.

Enjoy!

Amanda

{creative} handmade gift exchange

I participated in the great & wonderful Handmade Gift Exchange by Craftaholics Anonymous, and I think I'm hooked! She can definitely count me in for the winter edition :)

Here is the gift that I sent:

My Partner, Michelle Fukunaga, is a stay-at-home mom to 2 lovely daughters in the state of Washington. She loves getting crafty just like me! I made her a Summer Drink Party Set in hot & fun cool down colors to help her this summer in style!

I included: 4 koozies (different colors so that they would all know which one is theirs!), coasters, drink stirrers, straws, drink flags, and party circles to use on straws or as cupcake toppers - if they wished! 

I made these fun summer drink accessories using my handy-dandy Silhouette SD. Print & cut and the flocked heat transfer were amazing and helped me repeat the scalloped flower motif of the fabric.

Here's the GREAT gift I received:

I loved the color scheme - I am totally digging aqua & yellow right now!

She included fun little paper rose magnets and a color coordinated marker & eraser. I especially love that it was magnetic as well as a dry erase board. I keep it at work so that I can enjoy it every day :)

If you didn't participate in this past exchange, I highly encourage you to participate in the next one in the winter. It was a lot of fun & who doesn't enjoy getting a gift?!?

Enjoy!
Amanda

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{FREEday} sunday - sundae delight

In honor of TODAY being National Ice Cream day...
 ****Every day is a national ice cream day to me ;)****

Here are some FREE printables to spread the holiday cheer!





Amy @Eat Drink Chic made these adorable gift tags in cool colors & another adorable set in blue/green.

She has me longing for the cooler days of summer where one can eat Ice Cream outside! Share these SWEET SUMMERTIME goodies.



I don't need a reason to celebrate, but I should would enjoy this coupon to validate my frozen treat!
Beth @ It Is What It Is shared this summer freebie over at Write.Click.Scrapbook.

Print & surprise the kiddies or hubs :)

Mel @Just Dandy made this FREE PRINTABLE invitation for the crafty at heart! 

Print out the invite and put your crafty & scrapbook skills to work making your different cones on the side!



Last but not least! Cannot forget our teachers enjoying their last days of summer break...

Here's a free printable file folder game by Mr.Printables. Keep the summer spirit alive with this sweet, yet educational game!


***In honor of this being my birthday week, I  am going to have this week's theme be BIRTHDAYS -- of course ;). Check back Monday to start the week & stop by on Wednesday to send birthday WiShEs my way!***



Enjoy! :)

Amanda

{party envy} red, white, & wagon

Hope everyone is having a safe & happy 4th!
 
While you are enjoying your BBQ & brew, here's a little birthday party inspiration that is in perfect harmony with today's color scheme: red, white, & blue!

Vintage Red Wagon Birthday Party 



This darling vintage party caught my eye over @ Kara's Party Ideas where it was featured as the "party of the day"!

First of all, I am 100% in love with red & aqua as a color scheme! Also, Radio Flyer's are such an icon of childhood (& remind me of USA too - perfect party to feature today!). One Stone Events did a phenomenal job with all the elements of this 1st birthday: country, gingham touches, grass tablecloth, mini pies, and the ever-so-popular pinwheels.

Favorite Tablescape Details

1. What a great way to incorporate store bought goods into your theme; these apple pies are just perfect!  
2. Love the simple topper(s) on the cake: paper & ribbon fixed onto skewers.
3. Two of my all time current faves: glass bottles & striped paper straws.




Great idea to use crates to create multiple levels on your drink station. The banner & photo bunting in the background are just darling!




Totally crushing on bamboo cutlery for use at parties right now! Love how the napkins are tied in gingham & burlap, and stored in an old sifter :)



A great spin on a guest book/words-of-wisdom, very age appropriate!

Take home treats are just as cute!
Paper sacks with chalkboard labels, tied with bakers twine, and stamped with the party's main design inspiration: a red wagon. Classic Cracker Jack is an extra surprise sweet with a sock monkey keeping guard thanking the guests with the take-home-goods!


Keep on celebrating our independence! 

Enjoy!

Amanda

{FREEday} go fourth with printables!

Jillian @ Catch My Party is always a great source for party printables every holiday!

Here are the FOUR sets of FREE PRINTABLES that she is featuring for the 4th of July!

These patriotic collections include party circles, invitations, water bottle labels, cards, banners, and much more!

Go fourth and download these patriotic goodies ;)

Want to see my daily patriotic inspiration?



Here's just a snapshot of what inspires me.  Follow me on Pinterest to see more!

Enjoy!

Amanda

{fab finds} sweet summertime - watermelon inspired!

Happy FIRST DAY of Summer!
Bring on the sun kissed tans & lemonade :)

One of the things I look forward to each summer: WATERMELON!
What a better way to kick off summer than with a little pink & green, watermelon inspiration!


Does this watermelon collection have you wishing for firework filled nights?!?

Look below for all creative & talented sources!

- food -

1. Watermelon Waffles - Kelli @ Random Thoughts of a SUPERMOM is the mastermind behind these colorful waffles. Click here for the full tutorial on how to make these!
She also has a great tutorial on making brownie waffles - ingenious!

2. Watermelon Cake Pops - Natalie's Cake Pops & More made these summertime staple cake pops by double dipping the cake pop in colored chocolate to create the effect of a rind. Mmmm, delicious...

3. Watermelon Pie - Try this easy, frozen treat by Jane @ Make and Takes made by layering different layers of sherbert. *Tip Alert* Serve on paper plates to slow down melting of pie! Thanks Jane!

- craft -

4. Watermelon Printables - These FREE printables debuted just in time for Summer!

Angela @ Anything but Perfect has you covered with to-do lists, thank you cards, and the ever-so-popular party circles - so many uses!

5. Wood Watermelon Craft - Angela & the ladies at How Does She? share the full tutorial on how to make your own wooden watermelon!



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6. Watermelon Soap Popsicles - Sweetbody Soaps is the creator behind these cutie watermelon scented soap pops - they look good enough to eat!

7. Watermelon Party Printables - Need printables for your next summer birthday bash? Brianna @ Bee & Daisy has you covered with this printable party set perfect for a hot summer day, sitting poolside, and of course eating watermelon! This set is a steal for only $12!

8. Watermelon Sign - This summer sign is darling, whimsical, & sweet! Geauxgirldesigns hand paints these beauties and can customize if needed.

Kick back, relax, & have a happy summer!

Can't get enough of watermelon? Need to justify your love of it?!? Don't fret! August is National Watermelon Month!

You can enjoy all these great ideas now & in a few months - perfect :)

Enjoy!

Amanda

{party envy} ice cream party - printables!

We all scream for ice cream!

One Charming Party created such sweet party inspiration & included the printables too!





Get the party started with all the sweet party details with these pastel delight invitations!

Don't forget to let your guests know how much you appreciated them with the "cherry-on-top" thank you notes.




Of course we can't forget the cake! Want to add that extra special cool element to your cake? Add chocolate ganache, an ice cream cone, and of course sprinkles to make it look like melted ice cream. All the kids will love it!  :)



The guest of honor needs to stand out! This is a great spin on a party hat - ice cream style!

The tutorial is available by the girls of OCP.



Package their take home favors in an ice cream container filled with goodies & topped off with the FREE printable, and tied shut with ribbon & a spoon.

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

Enjoy!

Amanda