Good afternoon! I hope you all have recovered from your Oscar-viewing parties. There were some good moments by host Neil Patrick Harris, along with a lot of corny jokes. We got to view and comment about what the stars were wearing. Unfortunately, I fell asleep before the ceremonies were over. The official Oscar website has a complete list of winners. The night before, the Golden Raspberry Awards (known as the "Razzies") are held. The Razzies "honor" those with the dubious distinction of the worst movies and performances of the year. Former child star Kirk Cameron, who I loved so much on "Growing Pains," was the "big winner" with "Saving Christmas."
Yesterday was a very nice day here in the city, so I decided to take advantage of walking through Soho. I made a pit-stop at the P.S. 3 Antiquarian Book Fair first. Despite the mandatory coat and bag checks, I loved looking at the first-editions and ephemera even though I couldn't afford to buy most of the items.
Yesterday was a very nice day here in the city, so I decided to take advantage of walking through Soho. I made a pit-stop at the P.S. 3 Antiquarian Book Fair first. Despite the mandatory coat and bag checks, I loved looking at the first-editions and ephemera even though I couldn't afford to buy most of the items.
Beginning with today's blog, I will be talking about party themes. I will be concentrating on one theme per day, along with some ideas related to that theme. I haven't talked too much about party ideas for kids and teens, so I will be covering this topic for the next couple of weeks.
A great idea that can work with both girls and boys is the initial or monogram-themed party. The use of initials and monograms has a preppy vibe that's always appealed to me. I love looking at the monogrammed cups and initial wall decorations in stores like Anthropologie. One can go in many directions with this theme.
Here are some monogrammed plates from A Blissful Nest. They come in a variety of colors and fonts.
From Amanda's Parties to Go on Esty, these printables are perfect for a teen's party. Supplies range from cake toppers to signs to candy bar wrappers.
The website Mom4Real has a great DIY tutorial for making monogrammed Solo cups. They make great gifts as well as party decorations. All you need is desktop publishing software, a cutting implement, card stock, and transfer tape.
Baking website Sugarelle provides a recipe for monogrammed sugar cookies. Although these are tailored to a girl's party, you can modify the icing for a boys' party.
Rachel from Maison de Pax used block letters as party favors for her sons' chalkboard-theme party.
For younger children, One Charming Party provides instructions a DIY favor bag. You just need striped paper bags and glitter paper, along with an alphabet printable file.
How about a milk and juice bar for a first birthday party? After all, you can let those sippy cups go empty! Here are simple step-by-step instructions from About.com,
From Kara's Party Ideas, here is a centerpiece that uses block letters. This centerpiece was used for a boy's second birthday party. You can paint the letters in any shade you desire or add some glitter. The possibilities are endless!
These sea-glass initial cookies look too good to eat! The recipe is from 1 Fine Cookie.
Finally, the blog Stylish Children's Parties. provides suggestions for a navy-and-green boys' monogrammed-theme party.
To make a memorable monogram-themed party, surf the web, check your local party-supply store, or troll craft stores such as Michaels or AC Moore for inspiration.
It's now time for today's lists:
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| Hattie McDaniel |
Today's Birthdays: Dakota Fanning (21), Emily Blunt (32), Aziz Ansari (32), Josh Gad (34), Kelly Macdonald (39), Niecy Nash (45), Daymond John (46), Marc Price (47), Kristin Davis (50), Kirstin Dunst (50), Howard Jones (60), Patricia Richardson (64), and Peter Fonda (75).
Holidaze: We have two foodies holidaze going on today! First, it's National Banana Bread Day (yum!). This is a popular recipe for a quick-bread that uses mashed bananas and basic ingredients such as flour, baking soda, eggs, and sugar. You can add extras such as raisins, nuts, or chocolate chips. It was in the 1930s that banana bread first became a standard in American cookbooks.
Holidaze: We have two foodies holidaze going on today! First, it's National Banana Bread Day (yum!). This is a popular recipe for a quick-bread that uses mashed bananas and basic ingredients such as flour, baking soda, eggs, and sugar. You can add extras such as raisins, nuts, or chocolate chips. It was in the 1930s that banana bread first became a standard in American cookbooks.
Celebrate National Dog Biscuit Day with your pooch! Your pup deserves a treat all year round, whether it's for obeying a command or just showing your unconditional love.
It was a busy week at the shop. We worked on some custom crossword designs, along with some movie-themed game orders. In March, we will be expanding our baby shower offerings and adding some new games for graduation parties. Of course, In keeping with our "100% customization" policy, we can include your monogram on all our games!
Have a PRINTASTIC day!
Kathy
Have a PRINTASTIC day!
Kathy
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