Entertaining

Red, white and blue are patriotic colors and appropriate to adorn the table of a political event. Carnations are traditional American flowers used for many occasions because of their full blooms...

Party favors for events during the holiday season can be really festive. If you are hosting a Christmas Party, throwing a bridal or baby shower around Christmas or even having a Baptism during...

Homemade candy pouches add a personal touch to party favors. Choose colors, patterns and materials that reflect the party theme and add charms and ribbon for extra decoration.

If you entertain and love a pretty dinner table this napkin ring was meant for you. With just enough bling to be interesting this inexpensive ring can be made in a few minutes. The invisible...

Gift package bows are the finishing touch on a beautifully decorated gift. These bows can range from large, elaborate and embellished decorations to small and simple additions to the gift's...

Pew bows instantly dress up a church for an event like a baptism or wedding. These bows can be customized to fit your specific needs in regards to color, material and size. Pew bows are easy to...

From delicate white Shasta daisies to bold orange and pink Gerbera daisies, these flowers can meet most of your table décor needs. Daisies are available in a range of sizes and colors. Use...

Party bags, also known as loot or favor bags, are a chance to show your guests your appreciation for attending. Used primarily at weddings and pre-wedding events, baby showers and children's...

Use candles to make the perfect centerpiece for your next gathering. The soft glow of candle light adds to the atmosphere of the occasion. Whether casual or formal, for one table or twenty,...

Are you faced with a small budget and big dreams while planning your event? My sister wanted gorgeous, fashionable centerpieces that incorporated photographs of the couple. So I helped her...

Placecards are an old tradition that helps guests find their seats at parties and functions, cutting down on chaos and ensuring no one is left sitting alone at a table. Jazz up traditional...

When entertaining for the holidays, nothing sets the tone for your event quite like a beautifully decorated table. From linens to centerpieces, your table becomes the focal point of the room....

Instead of spending a fortune on place cards, you can make your own or creative festive ones to match your parties theme. They double as party favors for your guests to take home. It can be a...

Wine glasses are beautiful in and of themselves, but if you are having a party, everyone's beautiful wine glass is likely to look just about the same. Add a personal note to your party and make...

A balloon centerpiece might be just the perfect splash of color for your next gathering. When you create a centerpiece with balloons, you instantly have bright color and interest on a table....

An offray florist bow can be used to decorate gifts and church pews, as well as adorn candlabras and church doors. These bows are quite easy to make and require very little skill- just a little...

Spring is a beautiful season to welcome, and with this cute spring inspired door hanger, it can be festive and adorable. You can make it with your children or to just show your love of the Easter...

Choose balloons that coordinate with the colors of the venue or the event. Two to three colors should suffice, unless you want it to be extremely bright and festive. Of course, a monochromatic...

Balloon archways can bring a room to life and set the tone of any party, shower or event. Making a balloon arch is relatively easy. You can create a dazzling pattern of balloons with color, or...

Are you looking for a way to get the children involved in holiday decorating? Well, here is a craft project that is simple enough that children can make and it only takes a few minutes to complete.

Learn how to make fresh floral arrangements for bridal bouquets, floral centerpieces or just for fun. Flower gardeners, pay attention. Create lovely bouquets with fresh flowers by following these...

Carnations are a great standard flower. They are often used in centerpieces, bouquets and corsages. Carnations come in many colors and are used as a filler or as an inexpensive flower. They are at...

Sweetheart roses are one of the most beautiful and delicate looking of all rose varieties. They are popular for corsages because of their size, color, and fragrance. You can easily create one of...

Judy of A-BnC Parties and More, Inc. demonstrates two methods to show you how to shred ribbons. For the first she uses a wide curling ribbon, scissors, and a shredding tool. Helpful in...

Add a beautiful touch to the table at your next party. You can't go wrong with fresh flowers. Your guests will love the luxurious sight and smell set at their place.

Gift wrapping is a chore. Some people think it takes a lot of creativity to wrap a good gift, but it really just takes some basic know-how. Here are some tips to wrap gifts quick, cheap and green.

Who doesn't like giving AND getting a little present during the holidays? By the middle of December, everyone seems to be "shopped out." You sit on the couch after a long day of wrapping gifts and...

You don't have to be crafty but your guests will think you are! Add a special touch to your table setting in just 5 minutes! Plus, it's cheap and easy!

A balloon weight is a small, weighted device that holds down helium balloons. Balloon weights are made in various sizes and shapes. Make these weights to match the theme or decor of your party....

Tired of sending the usual cupcakes, chips, & sodas to your child's school parties? Well here is a fun but healthy way to put a smile on a kid's face without it being the sugar :)