tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22194405828411366632024-02-06T20:05:22.317-07:00Little Bird Celebrations Wedding and Event Planning, Design and CoordinationLittle Bird Celebrations was created by a party loving, wedding and event planner hoping to inspire party planners by giving party ideas, links to party supplies and decorations. Offering partial to full event planning, wedding planning, party coordination, set up and decorating to take all of the stress off of you, the host!Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.comBlogger166125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-17691090961090054362019-02-18T08:00:00.000-07:002019-02-18T08:00:04.857-07:00Berthoud Barn Wedding<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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When you think of a barn, maybe you think of animals. Maybe you think of hay. Maybe you think of tractors or old cars. Or do you think wedding? Well wedding plans were exactly what this bride and groom had in mind when they built this huge barn, finished just weeks before they said their vows.<br />
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Seriously, look how big this barn is! We fit 125 guests at large wooden farm tables.</div>
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An "elevated rustic" theme.</div>
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Silverware and a menu card were sweetly tucked into a folded linen napkin pocket. Each guest had a mason jar for their drinks for the night.</div>
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The groom was handy. So handy, in fact that he built this custom bar for the corner of their barn, complete with a wagon wheel shotgun chandelier.<br />
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Both the cake and the appetizers were displayed on these authentic wooden cable spools.</div>
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<br />Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-51464489481280858442019-02-16T17:39:00.000-07:002019-02-16T17:39:33.151-07:00Jewel tone wedding at Skyview at Fall River VillageThis two story, rooftop venue is Estes Park's newest venue. <a href="https://www.fallrivervillage.com/skyview-weddings.htm" target="_blank">Skyview</a> is located at the Fall River Village condos. And I had the pleasure to be involved in their very first wedding ever.<br />
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Obviously the views are amazing from their mountain side ceremony deck.</div>
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The venue spoils with modern LED lights, cross back chairs and luxurious ivory linens. </div>
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And look at these stately chairs for the bride and groom, all included! </div>
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Agate place cards atop navy napkins, wood chargers and gold filigree placemats add absolutely gorgeous dimensions. </div>
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<br />Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-90506275226527381652019-02-13T20:43:00.000-07:002019-02-13T20:43:10.051-07:00Harry Potter WeddingEvery once in a while, I get to be part of a storybook wedding, literally. <a href="https://www.dellaterramountainchateau.com/" target="_blank">Della Terra Mountain Chateaux</a> in Estes Park was the perfect backdrop for this winter Harry Potter themed wedding. <br />
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The head table was appropriately numbered table 9 3/4 with greenery garland and yellow orchids down the center.</div>
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Each place setting had a wand for the guest labeling the event as "The Unbreakable Vow." And of course a sweet treat, a Ferrero Roche Golden Snitch.</div>
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The couple's glassware shared their appropriate house loyalty, his Slytherin, and hers Hufflepuff.</div>
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If you are not familiar with the venue in Berthoud Colorado, there is none prettier with a storybook outdoor setting. </div>
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The colorful hanging floral baskets along all of the arbors, climbing vines and quiet stream offer the ethereal theme that this couple was aiming for.<br />
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I love all of the historic elements such as the wood moldings and dormers on the old converted home, now a wedding venue/spa and salon. And could this flower girl be any cuter??</div>
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Simply a magical night! Thank you for letting me be a part of it Mr and Mrs Coonts. And thank you to <a href="http://elevatephotography.com/" target="_blank">Elevate Photography</a> for the gorgeous photos.</div>
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<br />Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-20441998482308930342015-03-19T13:21:00.000-06:002016-01-24T21:59:15.864-07:00Chinoiserie<div>
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Chinoiserie was listed as one of the top 2015 trends for weddings. </div>
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Glitter is everywhere (and be prepared for it to stay everywhere. Have you ever crafted with glitter and still found evidence of it all around months later?)<br />
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Use edible glitter to make some sparkly sweets for your dessert table. Use Modge Podge to cover jars or vases and simply drop in a candle or a few floral stems for some DIY centerpieces.<br />
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There is something magical, youthful and fun about all things glitter. See if you can spot it in 2015's weddings.</div>
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I love when an event all comes together due to the high caliber of the wedding professionals involved. The <a href="http://www.dickensoperahouse.com/" target="_blank">Dickens Opera House</a> has never looked so lovely. I was happy to put this successful wedding show together.<br />
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<a href="http://lightinganddesignbyscott.com/" target="_blank">Lighting and Design by Scott</a> set up their "LOVE" letters as well as some colorful uplighting on the stage.</div>
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<a href="http://www.candlelightambiance.com/" target="_blank">Candlelight Ambiance</a> styled a beautiful mock reception table. Linens, glassware and table settings compliments of All Events Rentals.</div>
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Chair covers were arranged through<a href="http://www.seatedelegance.com/" target="_blank"> Seated Elegance</a>.</div>
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Another mock reception table was designed by <a href="http://www.whitetreeevents.com/" target="_blank">White Tree Events</a>. What fun geometric shapes!</div>
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Ehren Dodson showcased some of my favorite jewelry via <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/ehrendodson" target="_blank">Stella and Dot</a>.</div>
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We had two great photographers at the show. <a href="http://nicolenichols.com/" target="_blank">Nicole Nichols Photography</a>: </div>
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and <a href="http://www.hillside-studios.com/" target="_blank">Hillside Studios</a>, who generously provided all of the photos that are viewed in this blog post.</div>
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The wedding was months ago but going through the gorgeous photographs again gives me chills, remembering the day; how much love and hope and positive energy surrounded Catherine and Julie. Almost every picture of these girls shows them smiling ear to ear. They love each other, a lot. And it's no wonder why. Catherine and Julie were not only some of my most favorite brides, but are some of my most favorite people. Their hearts are huge and after planning their destination wedding in Colorado (they live in Los Angeles,) I am happy to now call them my friends.<br />
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The wedding ceremony took place on the lawn in front of <a href="https://www.chautauqua.com/parties-meetings/overview" target="_blank">Chautauqua Dining Hall</a> in Boulder Colorado, with the flatirons looming.</div>
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Soft bouquets of peonies, garden roses and hydrangea were created by <a href="http://www.paintedprimrose.com/" target="_blank">Painted Primrose</a>. I enjoyed spending the day with the girls at my wholesale floral warehouse to pick out blooms for complementary centerpieces for the tables.</div>
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The reception was held in the tent behind the dining hall with a wonderful (mostly) vegan menu provided by <a href="http://threeleafcatering.com/" target="_blank">Three Leaf Catering</a>.</div>
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My first visit to Chautauqua was in preparation for this wedding and wow, what a cool place! I can see why North Carolina native, Catherine was drawn to the historic buildings, adorable cabins and stunning views. Julie went to school in Boulder and has fond memories of the area. They were excited to share this special place with their family and friends.</div>
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Their cake was provided by Louisville's <a href="http://thehuckleberry.com/" target="_blank">The Huckleberry</a>.</div>
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Julie's smile is seriously contagious!</div>
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Did I mention that Catherine is a Hollywood movie star?</div>
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The whole wedding party is fit for a magazine cover. How cute are those kids in their suspenders?</div>
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I'd be remiss if I didn't mention all of the other amazing vendors that had a hand in putting this dream wedding together. Husband and wife photography team: <a href="http://www.jamie-fischer.com/" target="_blank">Jamie Fischer Photography</a>, Ceremony musicians: <a href="http://lyricensemble.com/" target="_blank">A Lyric Ensemble</a>, Disc Jockey: <a href="http://www.greatimedj.com/" target="_blank">Thomas Gutherie</a>, and makeup by Bre Ortola with <a href="http://www.alchemymineralblends.com/" target="_blank">Alchemy Mineral Blends</a>. </div>
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Thank you Julie and Catherine for allowing me the privilege to be a part of your special day. I can think of very few people who deserve all of the happiness that the two of you do.</div>
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<b>Rose Gold</b></div>
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If you love rose gold that much, your bridesmaids probably will too.<br />
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The dresses can all be rose gold.<br />
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Metals like gold and silver will still be showing up but the more earthy copper will add a richness to weddings in 2015.</div>
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Pair with deep hues like berry and plum for an elegant look.</div>
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Who doesn't love the idea of a Moscow Mule signature drink served in a copper mug?</div>
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We're back with another obscure birthday party theme. Madeline Hatter (from Ever After High, she is the teenage daughter of the Mad Hatter, from Alice and Wonderland,) Painting Tea Party.</div>
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Hailey turns 7 and wants to do another tea party, but we've already done that. How about we paint tea cups instead of drink out of them?</div>
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Invitations were sent out asking friends to join us to discover if they are "a royal, or a rebel."</div>
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The color scheme mirrored Madeline Hatter's outfit which we re-created for Hailey's costume. The skirt was ordered from Target. A golden key and locket were sewed onto her sweater and the adorable hat was made custom by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LittleLadyAccessory" target="_blank">Little Lady Accessory</a> on Etsy.</div>
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At Crackpots in downtown Longmont we reserved the Picasso Pick package complete with private party room. The girls there were super nice in helping each guest pick out a tea cup, saucer, dog or cat figurine to paint. They even gave us a birthday plate which each guest signed as they arrived so that Hailey will have a memento from her party.</div>
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Since the theme from "Ever After High" is to "unlock your destiny," we used skeleton keys in many aspects of the decor, including these hung from painted tree branches. Each girl also made a necklace with a key and a locket.</div>
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Our dessert table featured gold glittered cups for Hailey's favorite drink, iced tea with lemonade. We had brownie bites, black and white cookies, marshmallows and cupcakes with "eat me" toppers.</div>
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To continue the purple and gold color scheme we actually found purple cake mix and frosting and gold edible spray paint. Each guest left with their locket and key necklace, and a gift box with gold candies, a bedazzled compact mirror, "Ever After High" stickers and a ring.</div>
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<br />Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-21306923858531500392014-03-06T11:00:00.000-07:002014-09-30T15:12:22.176-06:00Sofia the First Party{Real Parties}<br />
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Its no surprise that my kids have always loved Disney Junior. From Little Einsteins to Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, my kids have grown up with these sweet, beloved characters. So as my daughter's favorite tv show, Sofia the First, she requested the theme and planning of this new child princess whose mother marries into royalty, almost 1 year before her birthday. <br />
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The color scheme was easy, a variety of purples, pink, silver, gold and white. I made tissue paper pons and fans, embellished with flowers and jewels as backdrops for the area where I knew we would be taking pictures as well as behind the dessert table. I sewed by hand the satin table linen with a tulle border. <br />
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Now I know that every little girl has their own favorite princess, so we invited guests to come in costume. We had a trunk of additional dress up clothes as well as beads, tiaras and necklaces to add to the ensembles. Each girl also decorated a magic wand with their names and other sparkles.<br />
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Girls took turns getting their nails painted and gems and sparkles applied.<br />
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As a surprise to the little girls, we invited Sofia herself to come and share stories and play games with us. She was so good at answering their questions about her family, animal friends (whom she has magical powers to speak to,) and the land that she is from. <a href="http://www.wandsandwishesoccasions.com/" target="_blank">Wands and Wishes</a> is an amazing, Colorado based company with a ton of real live princess visits to choose from (and they have princes and pirates as well.)<br />
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We served strawberry milk at each place setting in these cute plastic milk bottles with patterned purple paper straws (say that 3 times fast!)</div>
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Each girl left with a Sofia the First favor bag filled with stickers, notebooks, lipgloss, barrettes and crayons.</div>
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Happy 6th Birthday Hailey!</div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica;">A local magazine recently asked me for my input on how to involve children in their parents' weddings. For those of you who weren't able to </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica;">catch</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"> the article, here is the interview and my responses.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">The blending of two families and changes in lifestyle, living
arrangements and day to day routines can be an emotional time for everyone
involved, especially children.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some
children, no matter what their age, may feel resentment towards their parent’s
new partner for taking their time and attention away from them.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If their parent was previously involved in a
relationship or married to their mom or dad, the child may harbor hopes that
they could have still possibly gotten back together and worked things out.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If new children are going to be introduced
into the family or home, children may be worried about how their space and
personal items are going to be affected.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Marriage can sometimes also lead to other big life changes including
moving to a new home, or new town.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is
important, during all of these changes, that children are reassured that they
are an important part of the family and likewise, the wedding.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It should be noted though, that no child
should be forced into involvement in the wedding if they are feeling
uncomfortable or otherwise resentful.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>They should only be involved as much as they wish.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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message can it send to a child who is entering a new family setting to be
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Through the involvement of children in the wedding ceremony, vows
and ceremonies may emphasize that the child is important to BOTH the bride and
the groom.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They need to know that they
are not losing a parent, but gaining a new special someone.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not only will they be able to feel the love
and support that their parent’s new partner is promising to give the child, but
also illustrates the strength and bond that the new partner has with their
parent.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Kids like to feel safe and
secure, this spiritual and many times religious ceremony will help to solidify
the family’s bonds, as a whole.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Ceremonies such as SAND POURING CEREMONY -each family member has a
vase of a different color of sand, they are all combined into one container to
show the blending of each member of the family. This makes for a great
keepsake, something to keep on the fireplace mantle.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Even have the large glass etched or engraved
with everyone’s names and the wedding date.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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each individual has identical collections of salt.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The idea is to pour them all together in one
vase and the bond of family members cannot be broken, just as the grains of
salt cannot be separated back into different piles.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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candle, lit by either the officiant or maybe grandparents.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Together, the family members light one big,
pillar candle.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">TIME CAPSULE CEREMONY- Each family member writes a letter to each
other (ahead of time) and places it in locked box to be opened some time down
the road, together, maybe on an anniversary.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Another way to incorporate children into the wedding ceremony is to
give each child a special, sentimental GIFT.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Recommendations for these gifts (typically given after the exchange of
rings,) could be a ring on a chain to be worn as a necklace, a special family
heirloom that has been passed down like a pocket watch, a popular Family
Medallion Pendant, which has intertwined rings or a bible.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Written vows including the children are a low key way to involve the
children without being too intrusive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Each parent should include a promise to love and support the child, not
only the other partner.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Children can be
asked to write their own vows to say to the parents, or a simple “repeat after
me” correspondence will suffice, especially for young children or shy children.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica;">Are
there different ways to be involved, depending on the children’s ages (ie: say,
a 5 year old, vs. a 15 year old)?<span style="font-size: medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<u style="text-underline: thick;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Ways for children under 5 to be
involved in the ceremony and reception:<o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">They can act as the flower girl or ring bearer in the processional
(and either choose to stand with their parent at the altar, or may have a seat
once they get to the front.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">One of the ceremonies listed above (minus the candle lighting
ceremony)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Instead of having the officiant ask at the beginning of the
ceremony, “who give this woman?” and the reply being by the bride’s parents,
the officiant can ask “who shares this woman?” and the kids can answer “we do.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">If the bride has a long train, small kids can act as “pages” and
carry her train during the processional and recessional.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Young kids like to feel helpful. Give them duties such as passing
our programs or bubbles to guests prior to the ceremony.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Have them release butterflies or help with a dove release at some
point during, or after the ceremony.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Have a mini bouquet toss at the reception, but have it exclusively
for the daughter to receive it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u style="text-underline: thick;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Ways for older children to be
involved in the ceremony and reception:<o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Sons and daughters can be part of the wedding party as bridesmaids,
groomsmen or ushers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Put older children in charge of carrying the rings.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">A bride’s son may choose to walk his mother down the aisle to give
her away.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Have the child read a scripture or poem during the ceremony.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">If the child in musically inclined, have them perform a solo.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Again, only if they are comfortable, have the child give a toast to
their parent and new step-parent at the reception (or rehearsal dinner.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Have teens help with putting together a music playlist for the
dancing portion of the reception.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Take an older young lady with to shop for a wedding dress/bridesmaid
dresses. (Limit the excursion to only a few stores at a time, or it can become
overwhelming, and stop for a lunch or coffee break.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Coordinate to have a father/daughter or mother/son dance, but maybe
keep the song choice more upbeat, or even choreographed with a surprise song
switch half way through.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<u style="text-underline: thick;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Involve kids of any age:<o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">A professional family photo can be taken ahead of time and included
in the ceremony program or in a photo mat, to be signed by guests as they
arrive (in lieu of a guestbook.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Have a custom, family cake topper made for the wedding cake.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Take the child with you to the cake tasting and allow them to choose
one of the flavors for one of the tiers of the wedding cake, based on their
favorite.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Wedding invitations can list each family members’ names as the ones
hosting the wedding, such as “Bob Taylor, Lizzie Taylor, Janie Thomas and
Curtis Thomas invite you celebrate in the wedding of Bob and Janie.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Instead of a “head table” with the wedding party and spouses, have a
“family table” with only the couple and their children at a table.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Include the children in the getting ready before the ceremony,
invite them to get dressed, etc in the changing suites, take the girls to get
their nails and hair done.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Also involve them in pre-wedding parties, such as a pre-wedding golf
game or bridal shower.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Your honeymoon, if you are taking one, should be adult-only.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is important to have this alone time to
bond as a newlywed couple.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But, if
possible, plan a pre or post wedding family vacation where everyone can relax
and have fun together.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica;">Are there examples of clients for whom you have planned weddings
that had their children involved? And how did that work?<span style="font-size: medium;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Yes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have planned weddings
where older sons walk their mom’s down the aisle.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is adorable and always brings tears.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A wedding rehearsal is important to plan in
any processional involving children or non-traditional order.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">I planned a wedding with 3 young daughters who did the sand pouring
ceremony.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>That worked well and I believe
they also participated in a bread breaking ceremony as a family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The little girls loved that instead of flower
girl baskets, they got to carry “magic fairy flower wands” down the aisle.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">Some kids really have some impressive dance moves.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I love when they are allowed to let their
talents shine.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I had a bride who had
taken dance lessons with her son, for their choreographed, mother/son
dance.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The song started out slow but
then changed to hip hop and break dancing by the young son.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It was so fun!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;">I helped at a wedding last weekend with a younger son of a bride and
we sent him down the aisle as a “ring bearer” but he decided to come back up
the aisle, once he escorted the flower girl to her spot, to join his mom, the
bride.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I guess he wanted to walk his mom
down the aisle, along with the bride’s dad, we just rolled with it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Kids can be unpredictable and flexibility is
a must.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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think that he handled things well, by asking us each to perform certain duties
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Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-39151282403434212402014-03-03T08:54:00.000-07:002014-09-30T15:13:49.946-06:00The Confetti Foundation<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://www.confettifoundation.org/" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5C_JgFuRgXEDsdL_oVzHsuU4MvylRu3qLzc-HtZ-SfI0mexQ1u4rm5gurfpx8ZHNWz3ZpUuUNsfalQJyVeHs0s8Ow58xxUizW78co5GUwyySa1inPmAM-VgGmH81UPsYUqIGtJFz-4q8/s1600/confetti+logo+large.jpg" height="320" width="320" /></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I want to officially introduce everyone to a non-profit that is dear to me, <a href="http://www.confettifoundation.org/" target="_blank">The Confetti Foundation</a>. This charity, started by Stephanie Frazier Grimm, collects donations: monetary, supplies, talent and volunteers, to deliver party starter kits to children spending their birthdays in the hospital. This idea is quickly becoming national and at this point in time is in 29 Children's Hospitals in 20 states.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Each party kit comes in a 15"x11"x4" box that is to represent opening up a gift. Inside, children will find: <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 25px; text-align: center;">2 tissue pom decorations, </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 25px; text-align: center;">4 wooden spoons & forks, </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 25px; text-align: center;">4 Napkins, </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 25px; text-align: center;">4 Plates, </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 25px; text-align: center;">4 Cups, </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 25px; text-align: center;">4 straws, </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 25px; text-align: center;">Themed Coloring Pages and </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 25px; text-align: center;">Crayons (or a bookmark for older kids,) </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 25px; text-align: center;">Stickers, a </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 25px; text-align: center;">Happy Birthday Banner and a handmade </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 25px; text-align: center;">Birthday Card.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 25px; text-align: center;">Here's how I'm doing my part:</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 25px; text-align: center;">Not only have I been named official "Birthday Fairy" for The Colorado Children's Hospital in Aurora Colorado. (This means that I am the </span><span style="line-height: 25px;">liaison between the foundation and the hospital. The hospital will let me know when they need more boxes and if there are any special theme requests from their patients.) The boxes are delivered to my home and I get to personally deliver them to the hospital. I am also getting my 3 children on board to teach them the importance of volunteer work, early on. They will accompany be to drop off party kits. Above you see my daughter, age 6, who is excited to be a "birthday fairy."</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 25px;">(She asked if she could dress up like a fairy to do the delivery.)</span></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 25px;">The hospitals that are getting involved in this project are so excited and have let me know that there is a great need for more boxes. Enough boxes can only be made though, according to how many monetary donations are received by the foundation. (Each box costs $22 to make, ship, etc.) I have decided to donate 10% of the profit that I make from contracting wedding and event planning services to the foundation. Likewise, for every party kit that is purchased via <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LittleBirdCelebrate?ref=si_shop" target="_blank">my ETSY website</a>, one will be donated to a child in the hospital.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 25px;">Here's how you can do your part:</span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 25px;">Donate via paypal! Any amount is greatly appreciated. They are currently trying to earn enough to make 200 boxes by March 15th.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 25px;">Be a <a href="http://confettifoundation.org/give/birthday-buddy/" target="_blank">Birthday Buddy.</a> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<li><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 25px;">Do you love to shop for party supplies as much as I do? Donate NEW party supplies such as paper straws, stickers and tissue paper poms. <a href="http://confettifoundation.org/wish-list/" target="_blank">View full wish list here</a>.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 25px;">Donate your talent. Do you have experience in graphic design? Create new themes for the stickers, banners, etc. <a href="http://confettifoundation.org/share-your-talent-with-confetti-foundation/" target="_blank">More details here</a>.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 25px;">Be a Birthday Fairy or Birthday Hero. If the Children's Hospital in your area is not yet on <a href="http://confettifoundation.org/about-us/participating-hospitals/" target="_blank">the list</a>, reach out to see about bringing them some smiles. It's not a huge commitment and it is so fulfilling, trust me. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 25px;">Think of other ways to help: Plan a fundraiser, sell lemonade or cookies. Do you know any little people who like to color, draw, use stickers and stamps? Each party box comes with a handmade birthday card, have your child and their friends, or class, or girl scout troop, etc make generic birthday cards (single-sided, on card stock and each in an individual, unsealed envelope,) and mail to:</span></span></li>
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Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-28032319362673088812014-01-28T11:00:00.000-07:002014-09-30T15:14:27.283-06:006 unconventional kids birthday party venuesIf you saw my last <a href="http://www.littlebirdcelebrations.blogspot.com/2014/01/pros-and-cons-of-popular-kids-birthday.html">post on pros and cons of choosing some of the more popular children's birthday party locations</a>, you know that I have planned A LOT of kids birthday parties. And I sometimes get bored with the same old same old locations. I often plan my kids' parties at home because then I have the money that I would have spent to reserve some place, to decorate and transform my own space to fit the theme of the party. But here are a few other suggestions, forgive me, some of them are local for my Longmont Colorado peeps, but you'll get the gist.<br />
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<b>1) Tea House-</b><br />
Does your little girl love to play tea parties? Why not invite her friends to the real thing? Make reservations at a tea house or historic hotel for cream tea and finger sandwiches. Each girl can come in costume: a dress, hat, gloves and pearls. The inn keeper may be able to give a lesson on proper etiquette and table manners.<br />
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Local Recommendations:<br />
<a href="http://www.thompsonhouseinn.com/tearoom.htm">Thompson House Inn Longmont, Colorado</a><br />
<a href="http://www.boulderteahouse.com/catering-services/">The Boulder Dushanbe Tea House Boulder, Colorado</a><br />
<a href="http://lavender-n-lace.com/tea.htm">Lavender n' Lace Eaton, Colorado</a><br />
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<b>2) Factory-</b><br />
Kids love learning how things are made and to watch big machines. Even better if there are sweets to sample. Do some research to see what manufacturing plants are in your area and ask them if they offer group tours. They may even have a private room that you can use for cake and gifts. Near me we have a candy making factory, yes with samples, a tea factory, my son loved getting to wear one of their hairnets during the tour or you can watch donuts freshly made and coming down a conveyor belt. Fun!<br />
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Local Recommendations:<br />
<a href="http://www.hammondscandies.com/birthday-parties">Hammonds Candies in Denver, Colorado</a><br />
<a href="http://www.celestialseasonings.com/tours">Celestial Seasonings in Boulder, Colorado</a><br />
<a href="http://www.krispykremetexas.com/celebratebdays2.html">Krispy Kreme, various locations</a><br />
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<b>3) Toy Store-</b><br />
What do kids love more than toys? So what better place to have their birthday party? Hey, and if you haven't had a chance to pick up a gift, no problem, lots of last minute choices. Many larger toy stores (and some boutiques) offer a connected play or party room and of course, the best kids of party favors for your guests.<br />
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<a href="http://www.playatgrandrabbits.com/packages.html">Grandrabbits in Boulder, Colorado</a><br />
<a href="http://stores.lego.com/en-us/search-results?q=colorado">Lego Store</a>- ok, I guess they no longer offer parties on site, but you could still take the kids there for some play and pick some goodies for their party bags.<br />
<a href="https://geoffreysbirthdayclub.com/">Toys R Us</a>- Again, not a complete party, but if you sign up for Geoffrey's Birthday Club (free) and then stop by the store around their birthday, they will get a birthday crown, balloon and personalized announcement broadcast to the store. <br />
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<b>4) Concert Venue-</b><br />
Is your child an aspiring pop-star diva like mine? Some kids are just drawn to the stage and want nothing more than a party where they are the star, spotlights on, music loud. Concert venues and community theatres are sometimes available for private rental and have some great a/v inclusions. A big dance floor for the littles to get their wiggles out is a must. You may even want to spring for a kid-friendly disc jockey to put in charge of spinning those age-appropriate tunes.<br />
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Local Recommendations:<br />
<a href="http://www.dickensoperahouse.com/">Dickens Opera House Longmont, Colorado</a><br />
<a href="http://www.jesterstheatre.com/rentthevenue_10.html">Jesters Dinner Theatre Longmont, Colorado</a><br />
<a href="http://www.bouldertheater.com/venue/rentals">Boulder Theatre Boulder, Colorado</a><br />
<a href="http://www.nissis.com/events.php">Nissi's Lafayette, Colorado</a><br />
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<b>5) Movie Theater-</b><br />
Wouldn't it be cool, not just to take the group to watch a movie, but to have your own private viewing of Johnny's favorite flick? Smaller, privately owned theaters are available to rent and may offer catering options (and mommy and daddy drink options,) as well.<br />
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Local Recommendations:<br />
<a href="http://kresscinema.com/events-and-rentals/">The Kress Cinema Greeley, Colorado</a><br />
<a href="http://www.thedairy.org/venue-rental-2/">Boedecker Theater Boulder, Colorado</a><br />
<a href="http://www.pagosamovies.com/liberty_theatre_movie_news.html#rent">Liberty Theatre Pagosa Springs, Colorado</a><br />
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<b>6) Paintball-</b><br />
You wont find me there, getting all bruised up, but I bet my boys would love to get out their aggressions by chasing each other around with paintball guns, and I'm sure their friends would too. Make sure to get parents to sign release forms first though.<br />
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Local Recommendations:<br />
<a href="http://blitzpaintball.net/">Blitz Paintball Dacono, Colorado</a><br />
<a href="http://www.americanpaintballcoliseum.com/">American Paintball Coliseum Denver, Colorado</a><br />
<a href="http://www.paintballallstars.com/">All Star Paintball Colorado Springs, Colorado</a><br />
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I would love to hear about the unique place that you held your child's birthday party! Please leave your comments below.<br />
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<br />Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-44648394578996884022014-01-21T11:00:00.000-07:002014-09-30T15:14:51.950-06:00Pros and Cons of popular kids birthday party venuesI have 3 kids, ages 12, 9 and almost 6. I love planning parties and have planned parties for each of their birthdays, every year. This means that at a minimum, not including planning my husband's, friends, family members' and my own birthday parties, that I have planned 27 birthday parties at various locations. With this experience, I feel that I can share with you some of the pros and cons of booking some of the more popular locations for your child's birthday party.<br />
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<b>1)Park/Playground-</b><br />
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<li>Its free, or close to free if you choose to reserve a shelter.</li>
<li>Easy entertainment- there is usually a play structure, swings, a grassy area to throw a ball around or sand to dig in.</li>
<li>Easy cleanup- dispose of your trash and pack up the rest. (Although some shelter rentals do include a cleanup checklist that may include sweeping, etc.)</li>
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<li>Weather dependent- you may have to make a back up plan if it rains or snows.</li>
<li>Cooking on site may be difficult- find out ahead of time if there will be grills or firepits to cook on, otherwise you will have to bring all of your own food.</li>
<li>Bathrooms- may not be easily accessible, or even in the area at all.</li>
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<li>Unlimited hours of fun in the sun- who doesn't love sunbathing and splashing in the water?</li>
<li>Fun for all ages- if you have a variety of ages coming to the party, this fits the bill for any age</li>
<li>Easy favor ideas- give each kid a squirt toy and a beach ball and they are good to go.</li>
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<li>Again, weather plays a factor. Obviously you can only do a pool party in the summer, unless you plan at an indoor pool.</li>
<li>Supervision- many pools, for good reason, have requirements on how many adults need to be there to supervise small children. If parents are dropping off their kids and coming back later, you better keep a good eye on their prized possessions while in your care.</li>
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<li>Taking a group of kids to a bowling alley is an affordable party option. Just pay for their shoes and however many games they will play.</li>
<li>No reservations needed. Unless you are reserving a party room, just show up with your clan. You should probably at least call ahead though to make sure that its not a league night.</li>
<li>Great music! Bowling alleys are always playing the top 40. An added bonus, plan the party for their nighttime laser bowling times. Have your guests wear white and blacklight friendly clothing for extra fun!</li>
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<li>This party will only work with kids of a certain age and certain athletic ability.</li>
<li>Bowling can be a competitive sport. Hope that none of your guests end up taking the game to seriously and then put in a sour mood if they lose the game.</li>
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<li>Its free! No deposit required.</li>
<li>You will have unlimited time to set up and decorate.</li>
<li>On site kitchen. </li>
<li>It will give you an excuse to clean the house?</li>
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<li>Limited room- if your house is like mine, you may have limited seating and table space.</li>
<li>No built in activities. You are going to have to plan some activities to keep the kids busy if you don't want your house destroyed.</li>
<li>Pets- you may have to lock up Fido during the party. Also, if you have a dog or cat, give your guests a heads up in case they have any allergies.</li>
<li>You will have to clean your house.</li>
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<b>5)Rollerskating Rink-</b><br />
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<li>It will bring back nostalgic feelings about your own childhood parties.</li>
<li>It is great exercise. Parents will be thanking you for how well their kids sleep that night.</li>
<li>No one will feel left out. Yes its fun to skate in a group, holding hands, but kids can also skate individually, at their own speed and there wont be any hurt feelings about who is whose "best friend."</li>
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<li>Someone will inevitably be injured, hopefully not badly, but someone will be bumped into, get there fingers run over or hurt their bum when they fall.</li>
<li>A color scheme? If you like to coordinate all of your party decor, this may be a tough one to figure out based on the venue. How about a rainbow colored theme?</li>
<li>Favors? Again, if you like to give out party favors centered around a theme, rollerskating is a tough one to figure out. How about some glow in the dark shoelaces that the kids can wear in their skates during the party and then can take with them afterwards?</li>
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<li>This party is pretty inexpensive as well. Just pay for the games that are played.</li>
<li>Older siblings and families can join in the fun as well.</li>
<li>Choose an indoor or outdoor mini-golf range, depending on the season.</li>
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<li>Some kids have short attention spans. Mini-golf is still a hit or miss with my younger two kids. I feel like someone in our family always ends up just kicking the ball into the hole once we get about halfway through the course.</li>
<li>Depending on how many guests you invite, you may have to split up into a few separate groups, otherwise the game will go on way, way too long.</li>
<li>At most mini-golf courses you are going to run into the problem of not having anywhere to do the cake and gifts. Ask in advance if you might be able to set up camp at a nearby picnic table.</li>
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My husband always tells me not to buy him a birthday card, anniversary card, Valentine's Day card, etc because he thinks that they are a waste of money. Let's face it, men don't always appreciate meaningful words as much as we do. But even he, I think would get a kick out of some of these funny love cards that I found on Etsy. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/people/pmweddingsandevents/favorites/funny-love-cards?ref=favs_index_5">View my complete treasury here</a>.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175441804/36-round-balloon?ref=listing-shop-header-1" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgORq5N_XuwpNo2wH4uogKqQHu7_MdEnV4z0yQsBeCmFyo6UIZxK6JwktK8HxvSGBg1MRZ774xJ5MWTspy3zAQDjv3exufy62KvspEvL_IHrzLGqPcsd6yrc3FvTGhv1fNjFw2NQh8gNqs/s1600/red+36%2522.jpg" height="179" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="mailto:katie@littlebirdcelebrations.com" target="_blank">36" round balloon $6.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175441804/36-round-balloon?ref=listing-shop-header-1" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo3PWOCT8ing79mULaz97SW93uEElBGs4fZn78eNSHJqL8cAKHKgVsmEqrI-MJTNprEICNHuPcONR_I2Py6tz7lUK6Ueehu2Zf9UMIpHwOI4RW98eqhB1HghE27qVtM-O2WuSqQ4vIo4k/s1600/pink+36%22.jpg" height="179" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="mailto:katie@littlebirdcelebrations.com" target="_blank">36" round balloon $6.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175443128/heart-shaped-balloon?ref=listing-shop-header-0" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivmsCC5I8EH8ih7-CgaulzD-e7lShnDgufwkRIWLL_yEdcytqtT3x11H0gVLw3NuriKAqoL-KvbPWY1E_2KAgU7cAPQ8yFJy8GOBmdLY79tYqtxlt4rNN-3fIntOOc-hg_gt49doRfb3I/s1600/red+heart.jpg" height="179" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="mailto:katie@littlebirdcelebrations.com" target="_blank">11" heart balloon $3.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175441804/36-round-balloon?ref=listing-shop-header-1" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVWdbdHmITeQo57fL3eljbac0jDpTL-IMvmIj2RUfu6LiBejqAamgIpHfNBi-Tj2_TSkqvC3cxrqkfk6W06vyKoZ2kjOQmCZj969fAaGiOxU2G4TaCZGBolvF8u23NhWHNp-G3F4zTcjY/s1600/white+36%22.jpg" height="179" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="mailto:katie@littlebirdcelebrations.com" target="_blank">36" round balloon $6.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175348589/12-cupcake-wrappers-standard-size?ref=shop_home_active_10" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1aWFd3iVd9mLxRq4jjkscPpDr8tFJOiu65k-s7hHkOhkvJWfok4ydv3dZdK6cT-Km_gJ1TISB-F1ficAhtUh5u721b10Yz-z9ksf5CPmJzcLfeAJGNDRiQqk-nem3rcurlF2DCR_zxfU/s1600/Red_Chevron_Cupc_50b12f8495d72_270x270.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175348589/12-cupcake-wrappers-standard-size?ref=shop_home_active_10" target="_blank">Chevron Wrappers $8.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175339094/18-mini-cupcake-wrappers" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhciggHgWFD3-eNRe3_HlLpXBhsqnorsOZGFIptIieWxhWWPhH4oCGKI5jaQ_vnq9bLLwQ1gVBZcEq-bMoa7FlhBShP5IK1-3zmd4e9Xjk5fbHdYyiXR45yNTtJ1ame42g6SV6PYIgdq7M/s1600/Pink_Polka_Dots__501c3403bb630.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175339094/18-mini-cupcake-wrappers" target="_blank">Pink Polka Dot Mini Wrappers $8.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175760571/die-cut-cupcake-wrappers-set-of-12"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJAXmqelleGcv137FfkzW_GWtwu44lTCGE3pdGsQfWQ94MWyRmd752ByeNFMthFNTSi5WvepKXYEOKu1oPwoNlUIopcHdkelSVxXPjxx-WMKsmGAnuj3rnSVIfit7oa82TbkWdbkNe0RM/s1600/30324.jpg" height="200" width="155" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175760571/die-cut-cupcake-wrappers-set-of-12">Die Cut Cupcake Wrappers $10.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175760571/die-cut-cupcake-wrappers-set-of-12"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNs9xJoMp7Yelb9mPp3-i4AMBhB4hAqa8V3EEEmQGvY_NyroFGgcHwvTDMU-7mlwJqyqfDj4rIpr9KcLz1uNZ9Gbdmkczn3Zj2HPPq4s_MF3E4M91wTIwli70QEaOe8Qc-L1FU0u8EQ_o/s1600/30323.jpg" height="200" width="186" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175760571/die-cut-cupcake-wrappers-set-of-12">Die Cut Cupcake Wrappers $10.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175339094/18-mini-cupcake-wrappers?ref=shop_home_active_9" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWLbMq4lNM_JIplHG3jZC5EGJLHf5GK2FndYct48j-TSxHEnKeDl0o0mEi__nuipDFJKpb-KxbFXsZBK_Ks9jrKB8W384jaUerdkd2lgF1n54HWwPCLDXXVBoUNfZadWxX7hUcX8odgqM/s1600/Red_Polka_Dots_M_501c54754cc5b_270x270.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175339094/18-mini-cupcake-wrappers?ref=shop_home_active_9" target="_blank">Polka Dot Mini Wrapper $8.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175348589/12-cupcake-wrappers-standard-size" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcm5PkUyuPwnFfkoyuyULsn5WOImBvYWLrHL50_gmfsBYVJEBqUFIz72OVjK6pD_2YX-ww_rmPwXKbIz23D97IUYWSNqrWefr0owCSPXLyC6zLkzuzOe35JssbKQXNBE1XM03gGUEoklE/s1600/Baby_Pink_Diamon_4f0fc0e86f378.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175348589/12-cupcake-wrappers-standard-size" target="_blank">Baby Pink Diamond Wrappers $8.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175461731/medium-sized-paper-favor-bags" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLqHgbFQrNt6dUGVxA6bI37Io2dj3pEgw8rOxjBfwZPgB-EXxgNr4x8r726oKhn4OlppRgFNqr4K-IfxU5igCP-HshPWKw5NFdyPW02JI2nUZqWkWdYI3vsbu8tW0dK2OKCxBqb13h6l0/s1600/pink+chevron.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175461731/medium-sized-paper-favor-bags" target="_blank">Pink Chevron Paper Bags $5.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175461731/medium-sized-paper-favor-bags" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0_l5RK3qmbBuljV_FdHziELwFomMjlFJan42e8N8tY1GL0JXTDR0sToj23_yKUYmL49HMijnw2PLBeXJdrfndmPDzPV-5c707XSM_QdV6_FnSBLghPTfauIFnKOCvumG9y7TwaVFAwJM/s1600/pink+polka+dots.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175461731/medium-sized-paper-favor-bags" target="_blank">Pink Polka Dot Paper Bags $5.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175438160/unique-gift-wrap-sheets?ref=shop_home_active_3" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1qKDYRw-Jtk_GXEoEswNKPryRO680Q2H01cIhzlpJAvXRfwj7HLWzmOInBR5UcZ7GjnRfmTKsjO9GH6Mkt0Uwq3KyquadAT-on9k1tgFu39evGbjpQOVITPvl7I8VbX6xmCLtpzz8TvQ/s1600/red+dot+sheets.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center;"><a href="mailto:katie@littlebirdcelebrations.com" target="_blank">Dot Gift Wrap Sheets $12.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="http://dot%20gift%20wrap%20sheets%20%2412.00/" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2QI5_G4EVeWgERZiSou8TKbJe66vkHae1A4OpaR74AqvRuxD2jsCeV7GgfgTW_uaa1DVfHeaw4kBr6XY-WJUdHsJPIzLtTTY0nTcq6Z9Q1_cR4oMByObQQv-HnW2hgzAsIlyFQbAt_s8/s1600/Mulitcolored+Hearts+sheets.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center;"><a href="mailto:katie@littlebirdcelebrations.com" target="_blank">Heart Gift Wrap Sheets $12.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175340630/striped-bakers-twine-15-yards?" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpLPi6vQaC6orbwp7UAH1x7RegIn14ggwkGWrqX5GNsDBaznL4bJLaiuWP5HawxNqSrju_Je79zvidDV01CyMzHkWvDlXbJGl4zsLQM5Y3W1JKcb9s7oHg84HQvKnlIZlbGNH9f9CNuco/s1600/Red_Bakers_s_Twi_52058dc924f43_270x270.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175340630/striped-bakers-twine-15-yards?" target="_blank">Red Bakers Twine $13.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175340630/striped-bakers-twine-15-yards" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLoXexit8QCGk54wZrl7qOIJo2UJJNiZZ-vj5hfEPFG5aujvizOm2fYeOUc4WqCc9LZ4TR7-vfIFQxf2cG1-wT4ICdJeC7-ECeV76aW9L55vR2dZc63kK0fJa71qTn130LNNMURZidk8Y/s1600/Bubblegum_Pink_B_52058ea7b09b3.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="font-size: 13px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175340630/striped-bakers-twine-15-yards" target="_blank">Pink Bakers Twine $13.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175349837/washi-tape?ref=shop_home_active_6" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVuveNm7YwAtbQYm5s5hWXgVm0fGjkjtnsdtledKlKKft6H1IkQ587Ms5dHSPSlMFoXZgQ_gWwYgLSiehuCYKCEA1ckHYCYbappX1kRLHz6huHPIXTF9Ztej9u5ICi-KpQzoyL2nlcTXY/s1600/Red___White_Stri_513e881e7460f.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175349837/washi-tape?ref=shop_home_active_6" target="_blank">Striped Washi Tape $6.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175349837/washi-tape?ref=shop_home_active_6" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-wQptVkiwblR30xxHL9Uh30c7KPyPliZpcV2ZXJ6Q6uet1QX8YzJyzcBpNLgf5HFXLhpHtdDa7eeSPo9IOEEeGM_Sew7RMn64EZVrb03nik3CstzMAI7cXD9PWdu-BZU9_O-wOkDTbvY/s1600/Pink_Chevron_Was_513e89a8e3387_270x270.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175349837/washi-tape?ref=shop_home_active_6" target="_blank">Chevron Washi Tape $6.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175349837/washi-tape?ref=shop_home_active_6" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu0nJF-v_8VYBuRZT-Irv9vZ2OVzYoOi2TEZY6SuTUwzRS7WRr8tXv_MCcIMajmE-XkjCTBgYUQevAPSazq7cGGLGyAnfvwcJx7LIAxLXUO_TsMo518CpZSQzZiRPM6HixYCCncbg7vDo/s1600/Red_Hearts_Washi_513e5564ea0c6_270x270.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175349837/washi-tape?ref=shop_home_active_6" target="_blank">Heart Wahi Tape $6.00</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175349837/washi-tape?ref=shop_home_active_6" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhAUd3EtASJpkeGTthgoL1NWmQ6wx2l-XIo7K8SXqCTABWUYoq6g9m-tysY6NIP78fm-CYLmF_wAxHFP8Gr2N-mRDTUKam9HNrwrzeYLf_jC_CQt0bnA-QKy-jVrXZUf8uzvLFz3-w_hA/s1600/Pink_Mini_Hearts_513e55b96ccdb_270x270.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/175349837/washi-tape?ref=shop_home_active_6" target="_blank">Mini Hearts Washi Tape $6.00</a></td></tr>
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Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-79813569757560909352014-01-09T11:00:00.000-07:002014-09-30T15:16:02.768-06:00Glittery New YearsIf you read <a href="http://littlebirdcelebrations.blogspot.com/2013/01/happy-new-year.html">my post from last New Year's</a> you may know that my favorite inclusion in the midnight party is glitter! But glitter can be dangerous to your home and loved ones, i.e. it gets everywhere and is impossible to get rid of. Well for cleanliness' sake, I am happy to have discovered the keys to keeping glitter in its place with my latest DIY projects and can share these easy crafts with you.<br />
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Ok, so I admittedly used a few of the same party supplies from last year, an effort to go green though right? As a quick reminder, I embellished plain dollar store party hats by painting with Mod Podge and then sprinkled colored glitter over the entire hat. I allowed to dry and then applied another coat of Modge Podge over the top and again sprinkled with glitter. I repeated these steps until there were no more spots showing through of the original hat color. You can add decorative fringe to the bottom and metallic bow to the top using hot glue and voila!</div>
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Unlike last New Year when our family of 5 spent a quiet evening at home, this year we were invited to spend the evening/early morning hours with a large group including other adults (yay!) at their house. I knew that adults were going to be (responsibly) drinking bubbly and would need a way to keep track of whose drink was whose. What this means to me.......an opportunity for glitter! I bought cheap champagne glasses and gathered 8 colors of glitter from my crafting supplies. I used a foam paint brush to cover the base of each flute with Mod Podge. I placed the glass on a disposable plate and sprinkled glitter over the Mod Podge and allowed to dry. Once dry, I shook the excess glitter off onto the plate and gave the glass another coat of Mod Podge and glitter. After a few coats and after the glasses dried all the way I brought them outside to my patio. I covered the top of the glasses with ziplock bags and sprayed each glass' base with Rust-oleum Crystal Clear Enamel. This step is key in not only ensuring that minimal glitter comes off of the glasses while being handled, but you can also successfully now hand wash these champagne flutes to use again and again.</div>
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As a proper guest, I brought an appropriate gift for the hostess, a gold-glittered bottle of champagne. This looked spectacular next to the glasses on a tray that I covered with metallic silver wrapping paper. For the base I chose an economical bottle of Brut with a gold top wrapper. I again used a foam paintbrush to cover the bottle with Mod Podge. I used two sizes of gold glitter for this project with the larger gold flecks for the top half of the bottle to represent bubbles rising in the champagne. To completely cover the bottle took a great amount of glitter and don't forget to finish off with a final coat of Mod Podge over the top of the glitter to avoid sprinkling your hostess' home.</div>
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One more touch of glitter and a yummy dessert. Plus, I try to use these cute push up pop containers whenever I get the chance. I covered the box with the metallic gift wrap and poked holes in the top of the box for the sticks. I used a Jello Jigglers recipe to make two types of jello. Once the jello hardened, I used the push up pop containers as cookie cutters to make jello circles then I layered each container with a circle of orange jello, then whip cream, then a layer of purple jello. I wrapped each push up pop with a gold-glittered ribbon and displayed in the silver box for guests to grab.</div>
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Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-14467174723541117872014-01-07T11:00:00.000-07:002015-02-26T11:58:28.290-07:00Crafts and Cocktails<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I recently discovered one of my new favorite places. Its called <a href="http://upstairscircus.com/">Upstairs Circus</a> and its too bad its in Denver, about 45 minutes away from where I live. Here's the gist of the place, you pick a day on their calendar, you go to their website to see what the theme of the day is (e.g. "Home Sweet Home" or "Designer Inspired,") you choose from one of about five different choices of craft projects, (depending on the theme, you may paint a canvas, make jewelry, sew a pillow cover, do some wood burning, etc.) Sign up for what you want; include details in your reservation whether you will be coming with a friend, or a group or whatever. <br />
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When you arrive, they give you ALL of the supplies to make your project, direct you towards the in house equipment, hand you a detailed sheet of instructions and make sure that you know that they are available to you if you have any questions or need any help. You go find a seat at one of their crafting tables and then, here's the best part, well one of the best parts, you head to their full bar to order a cocktail to sip while you craft! They have some delicious mixed drink recipes, as well as an espresso machine. If you book a package from them, it will include your craft, drink tickets and their truffle oil popcorn, served out of a retro popcorn machine. I made a bracelet and (even though it took me a total of 4 hours to make it, versus the 1-2 it is supposed to take,) I love it!<br />
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So then I started dreaming about how cool it would be to open a store like that of my own. I imagined the many options of some of the DIY projects that I could offer........Well, it probably won't happen anytime soon, so for now, I just made a <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/katiejames/for-my-make-believe-craft-hangout/">Pinterest board of ideas</a>. Here are some of my favorites that I can share with you:<br />
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<br />Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-88728779800709692812014-01-03T11:00:00.000-07:002014-09-30T15:17:18.305-06:00Will you be my bridesmaid?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Take each girl out to brunch individually and give her one of these:</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Clockwise from top left: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/155231561/will-you-be-my-bridesmaid-card-peach?ref=favs_view_15">FourThingsbyCABlue</a> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/117815901/will-you-be-my-bridesmaid-letterpressed?ref=favs_view_20">DrippyInk</a> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/111877257/will-you-be-my-bridesmaid-floral?ref=favs_view_19">AllieRuth</a> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/162836033/will-you-be-my-bridesmaid-cards-rustic?ref=favs_view_12">CurlbyJSD</a></td></tr>
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Or plan a fun girls' night out and pass these out:<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLqQqEc6R2uR3iMk5PimGO7VELaCgSvEywaNmj_ki18MQ4fHBXluOLdMYJnYHxKgKlRAXUJLOZl2fwex_QkpcZolpZAZWHUxEmvg7u6aWesPd9xRTzfGbtvyqWDNioivl9TugzZNdiWfE/s1600/bridesmaids+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLqQqEc6R2uR3iMk5PimGO7VELaCgSvEywaNmj_ki18MQ4fHBXluOLdMYJnYHxKgKlRAXUJLOZl2fwex_QkpcZolpZAZWHUxEmvg7u6aWesPd9xRTzfGbtvyqWDNioivl9TugzZNdiWfE/s400/bridesmaids+2.jpg" height="400" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Clockwise from top left: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/107389226/will-you-be-my-bridesmaid-card?ref=favs_view_16">Lollipopink </a> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/126694940/will-you-be-my-bridesmaid-cards-set-of-4?ref=favs_view_10">TheInspiredNote</a> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/101844863/3-pop-the-question-foil-stamp-cards-will?ref=favs_view_4">CharmandFig</a> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/121374899/will-you-be-my-bridesmaid-cards-in?ref=favs_view_13">EverlyCalligraphy</a></td></tr>
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Or skip the card altogether and try something completely fun and different:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Clockwise from top left: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/125296938/will-you-be-my-bridesmaid-bridesmaid?ref=favs_view_23">CreativewithaK</a> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/100869522/will-you-be-my-bridesmaid-hand-decorated?ref=favs_view_22">BakedPerfection</a> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/123395761/6-custom-will-you-be-my-bridesmaid?ref=favs_view_8">Lilshopoflabels</a> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/167456768/i-mustache-you-be-my-bridesmaid-custom?ref=favs_view_21">TheMonogramLine </a> </td></tr>
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<a href="http://etsy.me/1l5cTmU">View my complete "Will You Be My Bridesmaid" Treasury on Etsy here</a>.<br />
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Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-72001650189294345562013-11-15T11:00:00.000-07:002014-09-30T15:17:51.890-06:00Holiday Party Planning- Part 3Ok, you've figured out the decor, the food, the drinks, but now what are you going to do with those kids to keep them occupied so that you can actually enjoy the party? Read on for Part 3 of my holiday party planning guide.<br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">How to entertain
children at an adult party<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">If you are anticipating having children at your party, there are a
few things that you should keep in mind to ensure that guests of all ages have
an enjoyable time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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still being banished to the kids table, but honestly, setting up a separate
area for those that WISH to use it, is never a bad idea.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My biggest tip here, allow the guest to make
the choice of whether to sit with the grown-ups, or with the kids.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some precocious tots prefer adult
conversation and some toddlers are not ready to be separated from their
moms.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is all about where they are the
most comfortable.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If they do choose the
kids table, they can sit in a height-appropriate chair, (be sure to rent a
handful of booster seats and/or highchairs when you order your other party
rentals.)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Cover the table with white
butcher paper or chalkboard paper and give them something to draw with.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If dinner is not to be served right away,
place a bag of crackers or pretzels at each place setting for the kids to munch
while they are waiting.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Paper or plastic
plates and cups at this table are a must.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Even better, if you know that you will be entertaining toddlers, invest
in some cups with lids, your carpet will thank you for it later.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Food and Drink- When planning your menu, consider appetizer
selections that are popular with all ages- fruit and cheese platters, vegetable
crudité with ranch dressing, tomato soup shooters.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Under-season your dishes to make them
appropriate for all taste buds and offer salt and pepper or other seasonings to
be added at the table.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Alternately,
prepare two similar dishes, one spicy, with onions, etc and one plain.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For larger parties, it might make more sense
to work in a separate kids buffet or kids plates to be served with kid-friendly
items such as macaroni and cheese and chicken fingers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Hey, I have seen picky adults indulge in this
buffet on many occasions as well!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Will
you be having a champagne toast?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Kids
don’t like to be left out.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Remember to
purchase some sparkling cider for them and serve in plastic champagne
glasses.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>(Your non-alcohol drinking
adult guests will appreciate the option as well.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Entertainment- Ok, you have gotten them through dinner, now what is
going to keep them busy? Set up a
seasonal craft table. Think foam Christmas
ornaments or gingerbread-scented playdough with cookie cutters. Hire a professional, well a professional
babysitter, yes, that would be highly recommended, but additionally, how about
a face-painter or a caricature artist?
Photobooths are also popular, with any age. DIY a photobooth area by making a backdrop out
of crepe paper streamers and supply guests with boas, glasses, mustaches and
silly hats. Have your teenage guests in
charge of taking pictures and upload the photos of all of your guests to
Instagram hashtagegd with a custom tag line for easy finding. Other quiet time essentials could include
books, puzzles, coloring books and board games.
Supply each little guest with a favor bag including items such as
bubbles, stickers and a small ball to keep them busy. *Be careful not to give any of the younger
children items that would be a choking hazard though.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-81934100502670789402013-11-13T11:00:00.000-07:002014-09-30T15:18:30.906-06:00Holiday Party Planning- Part 2Part 2 in my holiday party planning series will help you figure out what food and drink to serve at your party and how much you will need.<br />
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foods and beverages and Calculating how much food and drink to prepare based on
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">When deciding what and how much food to prepare, you must take several
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<u style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Time</u><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">-The time of your party will be influenced by the theme of your
party (ie formal business dinner party, a baby shower with a light brunch, or
late night cocktails and desserts with girlfriends.)</span><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Keep in mind that if you are looking into
renting a venue to host your event, that the daytime rates may be much lower
than nighttime rates. If you are hosting a party during mealtime hours such as
between 11am and 1pm or between 5pm and 8pm your guests are going to expect to
be fed.</span><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">If you don’t plan on feeding
them, you need to be clear about that on the invitation, writing something like
“please join us for cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres.”</span></div>
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to serve your guests food in courses.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>The same goes for if your party takes place at more than one locations,
such as a progressive party, or a ceremony and reception.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For a typical 1 hour cocktail hour that would
take place prior to a full meal, the suggested serving of hors d’oeuvres is 3-5
pieces per person.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A popular alternative
is a heavy hors d’oeuvres menu in place of a meal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These can be served buffet style on one
table, at stations around the room, or can be passed by servers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you choose to serve only hors d’oeuvres as
your meal, plan on feeding your guests 10-15 pieces per person.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>One of the benefits of passing the hors
d’oeuvres, besides it allowing your guests more time for mingling and getting
rid of a line at the buffet, is that it slows down the consumption of the food,
which in tune, can save you money.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If
you search the pages of Pinterest right now you will find many ideas for unique
finger food hors d’oeuvres options.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some
of my current favorites include shot glasses filled with a creamy soup and
paired with a slice of toasted baguette or a mini grilled cheese sandwich
triangle, Caprese bites or BLT bites, (really anything on a toothpick or
skewer) and mini sandwiches like Kobe Beef sliders.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><!--[endif]--><u>Season</u>- Eat local and eat seasonal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Not only is it more cost effective, but more fresh!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But don’t go overboard.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Just because you are throwing a Fall gala,
doesn’t mean everything on your menu has to be made with pumpkin.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Also, think outside of the box.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you are hosting a post-Thanksgiving dinner,
your guests may have already had their fill of turkey and mashed potatoes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Try something different such as Pan Seared
Duck Breast with savory blackberry sauce accompanied by ginger-glazed turnips,
carrots and walnuts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In lieu of pie,
treat your guests to Harvest Tapioca with stewed apples, apricots, cinnamon and
slivered almonds.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><!--[endif]--><u>Drinks</u>- There is nothing wrong with having a dry event.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>No, this doesn’t mean that you don’t give
your guests a sip of water, just no alcohol.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It may be a daytime event that may not require cocktails, or you may be
hosting your event at a church or the home of someone who does not wish to
serve or consume alcohol.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Do host sodas,
iced tea, coffee and water.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Or forgo the
soda and put out a carafe of lemonade.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>If you do decide to have an open bar, its ok to limit your hosted tab to
wine and beer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This will save you money,
and may limit consumption.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Go a step
further and choose one or two signature cocktails to host.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Have fun with these.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Base them on the season- a Candy Cane Martini
or Egg Nog with Spiced Rum.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Its nice to
have a non-alcoholic version of these available as well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you’re going all out, you’ll want to stock
your “full bar” with bottles of vodka, rum, whiskey, scotch, tequila, gin and
optionally bourbon and brandy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You will
want popular mixers such as juices (orange, pineapple and cranberry,) sodas
(club, cola and sprite or 7up,) and tonic water.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For garnishes, base on any signature
cocktails or types of beer served but you are usually safe with lemons, limes
and maybe oranges. In general, 40% of drinkers will drink beer, 30% will choose
hard alcohol, if available, and 30% will sip wine. In the example of a <u style="text-underline: thick;">party for 25</u>, the following are suggestions
for quantities of drinks:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">For a dry bar- the equivalent to 4 gallons of lemonade or punch or
iced tea, etc.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">If serving alcohol- 2 gallons of non-alcoholic drinks plus 1.5 alcoholic
drinks per guest, per hour (read as a total of 37-38 alcoholic drinks per hour
or 15 bottles of beer, 11-12 glasses of wine and 11-12 mixed drinks, per hour.)
Please note that you will want to take into account who your friends and family
are.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you know that all of your guests
are beer drinkers, order more beer, less wine.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It might make sense to order a keg rather than bottled beer, if you
think that your guests prefer one certain brand of beer.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Also, check with your liquor supplier, some
stores will let you return unopened alcohol to get your money back.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Do not overlook the fact that you will need
ice, ice to put in glasses and ice to keep beer and wine cold.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Plan on purchasing 1.5-2lbs of ice per person.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><!--[endif]--><u> Number of guests</u>- Obviously the number of guests that you have will
influence your quantity of food needed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Again, based on a <u style="text-underline: thick;">party for 25 guests</u>,
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">37-38 sandwiches or main dish servings<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">37-38 cups of your side dishes<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">2 large fruit and veggie platters</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Appetizers/Hors d’oeuvres as discussed above</span></div>
Little Bird Celebrationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958080684387163935noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2219440582841136663.post-38261556933893931622013-11-11T11:00:00.000-07:002014-09-30T15:19:20.213-06:00Holiday Party Planning - Part 1I can't believe its already November! The holidays are coming up quick and what better time of year to entertain? But holiday party planning can be stressful. Follow my week-long series on holiday party planning for some great tips and tricks.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Some people like getting crafty, have a good eye for coordinating
colors and patterns and have the time to incorporate some DIY into their
holiday party.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you enjoy doing it
yourself, then there are a few DIY party projects that I suggest considering
investing your time on, others, are better left to professionals.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Tablescapes and Decor- For a small dinner party, a little goes a
long way when decorating the dining table. Easily make your own, no-sew, table
linen in a wide variety of fabrics, by buying fabric by the yard at your local
hobby store and using a stich-witch type product as a double-sided tape, to hem
the edges.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you do plan on investing
in a luxurious tablecloth, choose a neutral colored linen that you may be able
to re-use in other seasons. When choosing your table centerpiece, keep in mind
the size of your table, number of guests per table and how many plates,
glasses, silverware and food dishes you will need to fit on the table.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Round tables look best with one large
centerpiece, or a clump of a few small centerpieces in the center of the
table.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you are seating people at long
banquet tables, place small décor items such as votive candles and small
bouquets all the way down the center of the table atop a long table
runner.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Wooden farm tables are trendy
right now either left uncovered or with just a table runner.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Your guests will want to see and talk with
other people across the table, so remember to keep centerpieces, at all tables,
low enough to see over, or tall enough to see through/below.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Pick a color scheme and stick with it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Obviously red and green are universal
Christmas colors, for example, but explore more unique color combos, such as
red and teal for a modern winter twist or forest green, white and silver for a
woodsy, elegant theme.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>DIY simple
arrangements such as a hurricane glass filled with pinecones or colorful, round
ornaments.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">For larger events- If you will have several round tables, vary two
or three different centerpieces with the same all-around theme or color scheme.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is usually more economical to rent linens
from a local party rental company, if you have several tables, and they will
have a large variety of colors, fabrics and patterns to choose from.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>While you are in their showroom, check out
what they have to offer in the way of table décor options.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Often, they can rent to you lanterns, vases,
chargers and other small items to add to what you already have or plan to
purchase.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you plan on making your own
arrangements for all of the tables, make sure that you do a mock-up centerpiece
ahead of time, obviously to make sure that it looks alright, but also to be
sure that you have all of the right materials and to gauge how long it will
take you to put all of them together.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
would suggest leaving fresh floral arrangements to a professional.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not only will a florist have a great eye but they
can also offer their expertise in what flowers are going to be in season and
they may receive wholesale purchasing benefits to offer you savings on
materials, versus just buying whatever your grocer has to offer that particular
day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Food- If you enjoy cooking, and consider yourself to be fairly good
at it, you may choose to make the meal yourself.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Prepare as much as you can ahead of time so
that when your guests arrive, you can be a proper hostess.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Consider time savers such as purchasing store-made
appetizers that all you will have to do is plate and garnish.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Keep in mind that it is not necessarily
improper etiquette to ask each guest to bring a dish to share, such as a side
or a dessert.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Many people like
contributing and having an excuse to share a favorite recipe with their friends
and family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Whenever possible though,
organize who will bring what type of dish ahead of time, so that you don’t end
up with 10 dishes of green-bean casserole.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Like the idea of hosting a dinner party at home but don’t have the time
or skills to cook the meal?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The trend of
hiring a personal chef for your event may appeal to you.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They will meet with you in advance to discuss
a customized menu that may include specific dietary options, such as gluten restrictions
or food allergies. They will show up early to your party, cook in your kitchen
and may even do the dishes!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">I discourage trying to cook yourself,for parties over 20 guests. iI
is just too time-intensive and stressful.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>If you are not having a potluck, you will need to decide on whether to
contract drop-off catering or full-service catering.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For shorter, more informal events, you may
wish to partner with a favorite, local barbecue restaurant,etc who will bring
the menu items in disposable pans to put out on a table that you will provide
and your guests will be responsible for serving themselves.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You must budget for disposable plates,
napkins, utensils and servingware.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You
will also need to figure out how you will provide drinks (being careful to keep
any self-serve, alcoholic drinks away from anyone underage.)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Food will only stay warm in a disposable pan
for up to 1 hour, so if any of your guests come later on in the party, they may
be eating cold food.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Although an added
expense, hiring waitstaff and bartenders for your event could ensure that
service for your guests is top-notch. A good caterer will help you coordinate
all of your needed rental items, such as plates, glasses, linens, tables,
chafing dishes and chairs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Waitstaff can
help answer questions from guests as they serve them, regarding what ingredients
are in the dish, etc. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Hiring licensed
bartenders may be imperative to making sure that under-age guests are not
served alcohol and that overall consumption stays at an appropriate level.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Finally, your caterer may be happy to lend a
helping hand to set up and decorate for your event, placing linens on tables,
setting out all place settings, lighting candles and folding your napkins into
cute little swans.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you are renting
out a ballroom or other venue, you may be required to hire an approved caterer
who has proven to run successful events and will be trusted to clean up the
room and kitchen according to the venue’s standards.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Do it yourself and you may run the risk of
losing big bucks in a cleaning or damage deposit if you don’t return the venue
in the condition that it was rented to you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Professional Party Planner- I highly recommend hiring a party
planner for any size party. Many think
of this service as an additional expense but when you calculate the number of
hours saved in researching vendors, planning menus, meeting for contract signings
and walkthroughs, making checklists, and finalizing payments, this service can
prove invaluable. A professional planner
has worked with many venues, caterers, photographers, musicians, bakeries, and
they know who is dependable, reputable and good. No hostess needs the headache of finding out
that their vendor has gone out of business the week before their event or has
double booked. A bonus- sometimes
vendors offer special discounts or incentives for those events booked with a
professional planner, because they look forward to working a well-organized
event and of course, appreciate additional referrals. After all of your hard work, you should be
able to enjoy your party with your guests, not worry about getting food out on
time, cueing music, cutting and serving desserts and all of the dreaded cleanup
at the end of the night!</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Halloween signifies the start of holiday season to me. And if you are like me, holidays bring the opportunity to entertain in your home. I found some beautiful inspiration for autumn entertaining at home for Thanksgiving, or just an informal dinner party. Check out <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/katiejames">my Pinterest boards</a> for more ideas.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Hors d'oeuvres</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/62276407320834745/">Baked brie with Pecans</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/62276407320834490/">Lavender Honey Crostinis</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/62276407320834640/">Sparkling Cranberry Brie Bites</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/62276407320834504/">Shimmer Cake</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/62276407320837839/">Mini Pumpkin Cheescakes</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/62276407320837843/">Pumpkin and Mascarpone Mousse</a></td></tr>
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