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Mary Kay parties are a great way to gather a group of your closest girlfriends and family members together to celebrate all things makeup and skincare. With the help of an enthusiastic beauty...
Blacklight, more accurately Ultraviolet (UV) lighting, effects are created by exposing UV sensitive materials to a narrow band or spectrum of invisible light waves. The materials glow or fluoresce...
Do you live in a town where you've noticed the weather is starting to get a little chilled? If so, don't worry. There is a way that you can still get yourself a beautiful tan plus have a...
Jungle invitations send up a roar of excitement when the recipients open the envelope. Homemade invitations save money on the party budget and let you make a customized invite that fits your party...
A great décor item for any type of pirate theme is a cannon. For a child's party, the kids may enjoy pretending with the cannon, while with adult parties it may simply be a prop. Standing...
Having individual place cards for your guests is a great way to make each person feel special, whether your cards simply have the guest's name, or you include graphics and colors that fit the...
With the popularity of Transformers on the rise, now is a great time to have a birthday party themed around the popular films and comic books. It is certainly possible to locate an array of...
Round up your friends and family members for a lively party with a country hoedown theme. Fill the space with Wild West-inspired decorations like hay bales, horseshoes and a wagon wheel to set the...
The next time you plan a pirate-themed party, don't bother spending a bunch of booty on expensive store-bought invites. Instead, get the family together, grab a few supplies and make your own.
Whether you want to host a viewing party for the Olympics or want to plan an Olympic themed event for friends and family members who adore the winter or summer games, organize festivities that...
Make patriotic favors for your guests attending a Fourth of July or other patriotic party. Red, white and blue candles--whether you opt to simply give them a votive in each color or to make a...
A homemade party invitation greets guests in a more personal way. Homemade invitations are especially ideal for unusual event themes that might not offer many commercial party supplies. The...
Feed your 70s party guests to prevent them hustling to the door early.
Celebrate the sunny days of summer by hosting a beach-themed party for family and friends. Whether it's a sweltering August day or a frosty day in February, evoke the feel of a breezy, warm beach...
Whether you're decorating tables for a birthday dinner honoring an avid golfer, a luncheon at a golf club or an awards banquet for a golf tournament, incorporate golf tees into the designs as a...
Party like it's 1929.
The Rock Band game and entertainment system is a challenging pastime, and can be an entertaining theme for a party. The Rock Band system was made specifically for bringing people together, as the...
Bingo is a game that can be enjoyed by players of all ages. Throw a bingo party to provide an evening of fun for everyone. At a bingo party, the game itself is the main attraction. You don't need...
If you're planning a party to honor a police rookie, themed parties are always fun, and a police rookie party provides a variety of great thematic opportunities. Party supply stores and local...
The 1930s were an era of big-band music, swing dancing, and sleek design. This period makes for a great party theme because its clothing, music, and lifestyle are all unique. Pulling a theme...
You don't need to be a Flamenco dancer to throw a festive salsa party. Salsa, the smooth, vibrant music with a carnival beat, is a blend of Latin, Caribbean and African rhythms that even reluctant...
Everyone has their favorite TV shows, from classics like "The Andy Griffith Show" to the modern-day favorite "Gossip Girl." Put a novel spin on a birthday (or just-because party) and make it TV...
Attire for a Hawaiian themed party can range from island-inspired selections such as floral prints and sarongs to more traditional beach wear such as swimsuits, depending on the context of the...
Black lights are colored light bulbs that make objects glow in the dark. First popular in the 1970s, black lights are making a comeback with black light parties and dances for teens.
It seems that everyone has been to an ugly sweater party, potluck dinner or costume ball. You want to have a party but are tired of the same old, worn-out themes, and you want to do something...
Throwing a successful party requires advance planning so that all of the little details are thought of, problems are taken care of before they can cause a catastrophe and all of your guests can...
Whether you're one half of a happy couple or a single eager to get on the road to romance, host a party for your single friends as a chance for guests to interact and discover what they have in...
A candy bar cake gives a twist to the traditional dessert. These simple yet creative cakes use wrapped candy bars as decorations surrounding a foam base. Miniature candy bars are typically used,...
This article gives instructions on how to host a successful Avon eParty. Avon eParties are typically for individuals who are not Avon representatives, but representatives can host an eParty as well.
Pirate themes are a popular choice for both children and adult parties, and nothing sets the mood quite like authentic-looking decorations. Add a life-sized pirate "cannon" to the set-up for your...
Most people have a favorite political party. Choose your mascot and begin planning your victory dance. By having all of the supporters in one place everyone will be able to enjoy, or bemoan, the...
Yeehaw, it's a cowgirl party---so get on your giddy-up. Here are some tips for decorating for an old-fashioned Wild West cowgirl hoedown.
Whether you are having a rock star party for children or adults, certain elements should be present to truly make the party a rocking experience. From great posters to a live rock cover band, you...
If you are having a luau and plan to decorate your home or party location, you will need a centerpiece. You have permission to take creative license, and throw in any additional ideas that my...
Young or old, Star Wars fans tend to enjoy hosting Star Wars theme parties. To invite guests to your Star Wars party, you need invitations. It can be fun and easy to make Star Wars party...
Are you throwing a toga party? If so, the togas will set most of the atmosphere, but it will help people get into it if you put up some Greek party decorations.
The 1980s era is now iconic. Big hair, leggings, leg warmers, skinny ties and neon colors dominated fashion. The music was loud and happy. Video games burst on the scene, and video arcades were...
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The main objective in decorating a 10-by-10-foot seaside party room is giving it the illusion of being larger. This can be accomplished by keeping the color scheme as light as possible. Paint...
People of all ages have fun at luau parties. While adults enjoy tropical drinks and exotic food, children like playing games. Allow the tropics to inspire you when deciding upon age-appropriate...
White linen parties provide a perfect setting for a laid-back indoor or outdoor summer soiree. Though the theme combines the traditional dressiness of white with the casual texture of linen, the...
Many outdoor garden parties include a white canopy or tent. Using a canopy provides shelter from weather conditions, but it can also help to create the ambiance of the party by decorating the area...
A Fear Factor party, modeled after the reality show "Fear Factor," offers nearly endless opportunities for creativity. And because Fear Factor parties are becoming increasingly popular, there is...
Throw a farm party for guests of honor of all ages. This is a great party theme for kids from the first birthday party to one of the last. Farmers and future farmers will love being surrounded by...
Throwing a monkey party is fun and easy. You can obtain invitations, decorations and props at party-supply stores. Combine these monkey-themed supplies with a yellow-and-brown color scheme, and...
A western party centerpiece can be used at any occasion from a small child's birthday party to an elegant wedding. Western centerpieces can really help set the tone for the occasion by adding...
Fiesta parties are easy to organize with simple, advance planning. Fiesta parties are casual affairs, featuring Mexican food, music and decor. When planning any event, set up a timeline to get...
A carnival theme makes for memorable birthday parties. Entertaining for children and adults alike, carnivals also provide opportunities for neighbors to get to know one another. You do not need to...