Decorate For A Party

Learn to throw a fun and memorable party with this collection of decorating tips and techniques to ignite your creativity. Everyone loves a good party and Decorate for a Party, a unique collaboration between bestselling interiors author Holly Becker (founder of decor8) and photographer and product designer Leslie Shewring, will help you to throw some of your best ones yet! Decorate for a Party is a stunning sourcebook packed with decorating tips and techniques that will ignite your creativity. Whether you are planning a significant celebration or a simple dinner with friends, Holly and Leslie provide creative ideas for every occasion. All aspects of party planning are covered, from lighting to playlists, hostess gifts, colors and patterns, food ideas, wall décor ideas, and DIY projects—and they offer hundreds of fun tips that will make your party memorable. With over 200 practical ideas including ten step-by-step projects, ten playlists, and ten “6 Ways” projects, the book is split into ten sections by theme covering a range of different color palettes and styles—bright to moody tones, forest and children’s parties, and beautiful boho and modern styles. All themes can be mixed and matched to use for a wide variety of occasions in homes of any size, from the sprawling country home to a one-room city apartment. Decorate for a Party encourages you to make the most of what you have, make things by hand and modify store bought party supplies, and put your personality into your party. You’ll find hundreds of quick and beautiful ways to create a party that is meaningful, memorable, budget-friendly, and fun! “I love Holly and Leslie’s new book. Page by page with new and chic party ideas, all using inexpensive materials. Happy party everyone!”?Paul Lowe, Sweet Paul Magazine “Yes! @decor8 @leslieshewring’s new book is here and boy, is it fun! We can’t wait to dive in and make notes for upcoming parties.”?RUE magazine “Putting together a party can be overwhelming, especially when you have no idea where to start. Decorate for a Party breaks it down both logistically and visually and helps you decipher your party style. Whether planning a big bash or an intimate gathering, it’s an essential to have on hand for all your upcoming festivities.”?Joy Cho, Oh Joy “Holly Becker’s tips will help you set an unforgettable scene.” ?Katie Holdefehrm, Associate Editor, Apartment Therapy “What a gorgeous, inspiring, and heartfelt book.”?Laura Gaskill, Houzz.com

Entertaining starts with setting a fabulous table. In Courtney Allison’s signature French Country Cottage style, she showcases a myriad of romantic table settings for every occasion. Courtney provides the styling expertise to host your own French Country Cottage–inspired gathering, whether in the backyard, at the beach, under an old oak tree, or in a country barn. A simple picnic; coffee by the lake; a cheese board for friends outdoors; a bistro table for two; a long table for a formal meal—each setting exhibiting Allison’s dreamy style for you to emulate. The pièce de résistance in every venue, any setting, is the gorgeous arrangements of seasonal flowers; Courtney’s bouquets will take your breath away from spring to fall, for outdoors and inside.

Danny Seo's brand is a way of living that embraces certain rules–Be Authentic, Be Resourceful, Be Simple, Be Unexpected, Be Truthful, and Be an Individual. In Simply Green Parties Danny takes these goals and creates projects that are both thoughtful and sustainable while still being stylish and beautiful. He hopes to inspire you to be a dreamer and a doer. The book has essentially 50 quick and simple projects that are split up into themes–Dinner Under the Stars, Baby Shower, Saturday Dinner Party, Housewarming, Beach Party, and Birthday Party. The reader does not need to do all the projects under each party, they can mix–and–match or just choose to do one or two of them.

Presents over sixty cookie-decorating designs for any occasion, from springtime daisies to spider webs, and includes recipes for cookie doughs and tips on decorating techniques.

The art and allure of elegant entertaining, from VERANDA. From a festive al fresco gathering to a fun pool party to an extravaganza in an exotic locale, Veranda's stunning new book shows you how to give your guests the time of their lives. It's the ultimate inspirational guide to throwing a sophisticated and stylish soirée, big or small, inside or out. You'll find imaginative ideas for creating alluring ambiance, choosing an eye-catching centerpiece, selecting just the right appetizers and cocktails, and achieving that elusive "X-Factor" that makes your event stand out. Veranda Elegant Entertaining provides the perfect juxtaposition of engaging advice and gorgeous photographs to plan your own celebration--no matter whether it's a brunch, afternoon tea, Sunday supper, benefit gala, or any special occasion at all!

With Halloween fast approaching it is time to get your home decorated with a spooky vibe and make it feel warm and inviting for the season. I love adding in touches of Halloween decor to the fall decor I already have in my home. It is easy to do with a few key essential items from one of my favorite stores, World Market. They have everything from pillows to food and are literally a one stop shop for all things for your home which you know I love. So today I want to share the items you need to get at your local World Market to create a fun Halloween themed look in your home and even be party ready for your guests.

Maya Angelou said "People may not remember what you did or said but they will always remember how you made them feel." As true as that statement is for life, it's possibly even more true of parties. Long after the party favors and swag bags meet the dumpster, guests will hold the memories of how much love and laughter they shared at great parties past. In this book, you will discover: - Learn to make your own balloon swags, colums and sculptures. Great for parties and proms. - Learn to make great balloon arrangements that cost a fraction of buying from a florist and last approx. one month. - Learn to throw amazing old fashioned birthday parties using these budget savvy ideas. Get your copy today!

Give a Great Child's Birthday Party Without Knocking Yourself Out... Even the Host Has a Great Time with Printable Party Kits!! Wondering how to entertain those children ages 4 to 12 coming to your home? We can make you the perfect host in less than ten minutes from now! The Artist Theme Printable Party Kit is filled with invitations, party games, room decorations, thank you cards, T-shirt iron-ons and contains detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to be the perfect host, keeping the fun and laughs coming, pouring on the imagination while tickling everybody's funny bone! The moment you place your order you'll be able to print your needed party materials. All you need is a color printer and you can easily host a SimpliFun party. You can even add your own child's name and party information for personalized invitations! The Artists Faire PrintIt! Printable Party Kit has all the materials needed for the four creative activities for artists ages 4 to 12. The completed art goes home, but the T-shirt made by a handful of artists, is a special gift to your child from the guests. You add your guests and food, then have fun yourself!. The easy-to follow ideas are simple and economical enough for any party-planner-but definitely fun for children. Created by SimpliFun Studios because there's more to a party than just eating cake!

"365 Creative Party Ideas," is filled with clever, fun parties for all ages. From your first baby shower to your golden anniversary, this book has just the party idea for you. Arranged in the same spiral bound format as Forward March's premiere child-care title "365 Days of Creative Play," this book makes a neat, compact reference source for all your party needs. A few of the sixteen entertaining chapters included in "365 Creative Party Ideas" are: Holidays, Family Parties, Fund Raisers, Seasonal, Parties for No Reason, Birthdays (girls, boys, adult) & Baby Showers (including one for men)! The last chapter is an informative guide on party planning, locations, volunteer help, & adjusting parties to suit a child's exact age. For quick & easy fun, year-'round & in any weather, don't miss "365 Creative Party Ideas."

Is your birthday coming up? Here's how you can give all your friends a present: invite them to a great party! This book will help you throw the party of the year, with tips ranging from creating cool invitations and sample party playlists to handling party wrap-up and thank-you notes. You'll even find alternatives to birthday cake if you want to serve a different sort of sweet treat. Decorate-your-own sugar cookies, anyone? Take a look inside, and in no time you'll be blowing out your candles at your spectacular party!