Special Events

If you are hosting a baby shower, use inexpensive clay pots to create customized decor. Use craft supplies, such as glue, paint and embellishments to fashion colorful table centerpieces. You can...

Sending flowers is a simple way to let someone know you care. It takes only a few moments to choose an arrangement that is appropriate for the occasion and to jot down the delivery address....

Whether it is a wedding, graduation, funeral or a large office party, flowers in a large quantity can be tricky to find, even at a local florist. Typically, they must be special-ordered, which...

An Asian or Oriental themed party is a great change of pace for your next get together. It can lend an exotic ambiance at little expense. When planning your party, you'll want to look at decor,...

These ideas can be used during the holidays and for other seasons too. This is the age of recycling and going green when it comes to conservation. Reusing shouldn’t be a bad word anymore because...

Flowers, jewelry and candy may not seem like the way to go when shopping for cheerful, man-friendly gifts, but, if tailored to suit the individual, they can serve as a loose guideline. Choosing a...

Wedding days are one of the most important days in a persons life. As with any event people usually want these events to go smoothly. This includes the Photo shoot, the dress, the reception, the...

Decorating for a banquet can be fun, but it can also be stressful. To make the job a little easier you should have ideas for banquet decorations well in advance of the event. Stick with...

There are many reasons why you would need to decorate a table. Events such as weddings, fundraisers, birthday parties, holidays and other special occasions all require some form of table...

Chocolate fountains make stunning decorations for all events, from dinner parties to ornate wedding receptions. In addition to being beautiful centerpieces, the chocolate is edible, so they double...

If you forgot to decorate the tables for a dinner party, remain calm. You can inexpensively create centerpieces in a few minutes using items that you already have around the house. Your guests...

A 50th wedding anniversary is a celebration worthy of a party with decorations and flowers. Family members can order florist arrangements or make centerpieces themselves with fresh or silk flowers.

The fourth month of the year is the first full month of spring. After a cold, wet winter stuck inside, children are ready to enjoy the fresh air and warmer weather April brings. Celebrate this new...

Luau parties can be fun for any occasion or celebration, but buying all of your decorating supplies can be pricey. Lower the cost of your next luau by following some tips for thrifty decorations...

If you are throwing a bridal shower this fall then you will be amazed at how simple the decorating can be. Fall is rich with warm comfortable colors such as orange, golds and deep reds, as well as...

While year anniversaries are milestones everyone celebrates, a six-month anniversary---the half-year mark---might not necessarily call for an all-out party, but it shouldn't go unnoticed.

A spring-themed baby shower is easy to plan. Because this season promotes "new life," various flowers and trees can be incorporated within the shower to extend the excitement of the new arrival....

A corsage or boutonniere is the crowning touch to a prom dress or formal suit. But not just any flower can be used. Out of the millions of different flowers in the world, it is important to pick...

An anniversary is always a special occasion whether the anniversary is for a wedding, an adoption or any other family event. The centerpieces used at your anniversary celebration should reflect...

Until the day a young Latina girl gets married, her 15th birthday party, or quinceanera, is one of the most important celebrations of her life. And while many girls purchase favors, invitations...

A christening is a very special time in your family, one that you will probably want to celebrate with a party or reception for family and friends after the event. Choosing the perfect...

Prom-goers typically coordinate their prom flowers with the color scheme of their outfits. Tradition has it that girls buy their date a boutonniere with one or two blooms and guys purchase a...

With school over for the summer, and many parents or other caregivers working, finding a memorable and fun way to spend quality family time together can be difficult. And with the price of...

Luaus are traditional Hawaiian feasts. Musicians and dancers entertain the guests. Guest typically dine on slow-roasted kalua pig (Hawaiian pulled pork), lomi salmon and other Hawaiian delicacies....

Bridesmaids will look beautiful wearing a ring of flowers for the head. These rings of flowers are easily created by bundling the flowers of your choice and wiring them to a ring. This is not a...

There are many reasons why you might receive a corsage. You could be attending a dance, a wedding, or be the guest of honor at a party or event. If you are presented with a corsage, it's always...

Looking for a romantic centerpiece for your wedding? Candles and fresh flowers are always a winning combination for adding a beautiful flair to the reception tables. Instead of the ordinary...

Whether you are separated from someone you love or simply want the convenience of ordering flowers from an online florist, there is a wide range of flowers online for you to choose. Florists...

Celebrating someone's retirement can be a wonderful way to acknowledge years of accomplishment while looking forward to a more personally focused future. Use floral centerpieces to help express...

Make pew decorations for your wedding using flowers to match those of the wedding party and satin ribbon. Keep the decorations relatively small and simple, so they don't overshadow the bridal bouquet.

Learn how to make your own wedding floral arrangements. Whether you are making them for your wedding or for a friend's wedding, you will save money and be able to make the arrangements exactly as...

Make your own invitations, programs, labels, tags and "Thank You" cards. If you enjoy paper crafting, you can create all of these items primarily or entirely by hand. More tech-savvy brides and...

Who needs a wedding florist, when you can make these inexpensive topiary centerpieces yourself? Follow detailed pictures and step by step instructions to make your own wedding topiary centerpieces...

Need ideas for decorating for a bridal shower? Make a special spot for the bride-to-be to open her gifts. Decorate a chair for her sit in with silk flowers and tulle. Be sure to incorporate her...

Flower decorations on cakes make the piece look professionally made. Flowers beautify the cake and make it more elegant. You can add fresh or edible flowers to a simple cake to give it more style....

So many happy occasions--weddings, graduations, birthdays, anniversaries--involve a celebratory cake. Decorating the cake table in the spirit of the occasion can contribute to the festivity of...

And artificial flowers can be the perfect way to add a touch of the holidays to your home. You can purchase flowers in a variety of sizes, shapes, colors and types. Pick your bunches carefully and...

Choosing the right floral bouquet for your wedding is an important part of completing the look you are after. You may have a favorite type or color of flower in mind, only to find out on the day...

June is Perennial Garden Month. Perennials are plants that continue growing for several years until they reach maturity. Perennials include ornamental grasses, ground-hugging flowers, tall...

At midsummer the sun is at its most powerful, hence midsummer celebrations mark the ultimate triumph of light over darkness. Although midsummer is when the sun is strongest, it is also the moment...

The more people you can invite to a midsummer party, the better. This is a time when the sun is highest in the sky, at its strongest, and has, for the moment, chased away long cold nights. For...

St. John's wort is a type of herb that is indigenous to Europe but found throughout North America as well, which blooms in late June about the same time as Litha. It can be recognized by its...

The changing of the seasons makes a good occasion to decorate your house. Shifting weather and social activities mean that a new look for your home can make a big difference. Thankfully, you can...