Gift Wrap: Burlap & Paper Bows

I always love the look of burlap and didn’t think to use it on gift wrap!

Carrie from Rowdy Studios is over at For the Love sharing how to create these beautiful bows:

Burlap Gift Bow Tutorial

Grab some favorite patterned paper and create these beautiful gift bows

with Aphra at My Scrappy Life!

 Paper Bow Tutorial

Party Favor Boxes

Lisa Andrews shows you how to make these super cute party favors over at Fancy Pants Designs!

DIY Party Favors

So fun for holidays, parties, little thank-you gifts, etc.!

DIY Stenciled Cake Stand

Create this fabulous cake stand with my good friend Shelley at House of Smiths!

 Stenciled Cake Stand Tutorial

Love how it’s large enough to use it for cupcakes or a cake!!

Bunting Tablecloth Tutorial

Jenny at Hank + Hunt shows you how to create this beautiful bunting tablecloth at The Sweetest Occasion!

DIY Bunting Tablecloth

Love how you can use any paint colors to match your party!!

Artist Birthday Party

Judy at Cutest Little Things had an adorable art party for her son’s 4th birthday!

You’ll love her art palette cookies, décor, activities and more using this bright, colorful theme!

 Art Birthday Party

Number Birthday Sign {using tissue paper}!

Create this simple birthday sign with Jacinda at Prudent Baby…

 Tissue Number Sign Tutorial

…love how she suggests to have your child display it in their bedroom for the year!

Would also be fun to do a “50” for an anniversary party!

More Fun Cupcake Toppers!!

The fabulous Lisa Storms shows you how to make these 4 different cupcake toppers!

 Trendy Cupcake Toppers

So simple and fun!!

Birthday Balloon Wreath

I’ve seen many birthday balloon wreaths lately and absolutely love this version by Landee see, Landee do!

 Birthday Balloon Wreath Tutorial

I love how she uses the tulle and ribbon!

Frosting Cupcakes!

Create beautiful cupcakes for your next party with these fabulous frosting techniques at Decorate This!

Kristen shows you what tips and supplies you’ll need.

Maybe I’ll actually be able to frost a cupcake like this!

Picnic Party!

Have you seen this beautiful picnic party by Jessica at Two Shades of Pink?!

Little Picnic Party

Free Printable: Baby Shower!

Your next baby shower is sure to be a hit with these printables by Jenn at Hostess with the Mostess!!

Free Baby Shower Printables {Girl Version}

 Free Baby Shower Printables {Boy Version}

Candy Cupcake Toppers

Create these bright candy cupcake toppers over at Cake Journal 

using styrofoam balls and crepe paper!

Candy Cupcake Topper Tutorial

Vintage Sewing Birthday Party

This has to be one of the coolest parties I have ever seen!!

My 8 yr. old daughter loves to sew and would be crazy for a party like this!

Vintage Sewing Party at Pure Joy Events

Creative treats galore…spool of thread cake pops, button lollipops, etc.!

Fun creative games…

…and a craft, of course!! Darling embroidered monograms for each girl!

Find all the party details over at Pure Joy Events!!

Feather Boutonniere Tutorial

I am absolutely loving all of Elsie’s wedding details over at A Beautiful Mess! Talk about a gal bursting with creativity!

These boutonniere’s she made are fabulous!!

DIY Feather Boutonniere

Make sure to check out her bouquet and corsages, too!!

How to Make Leopard Cupcakes

Have you heard of My Cake School?! Where have I been?

This site is filled with amazing video tutorials and ideas for decorating cakes and cupcakes!! Check out these fun leopard cupcakes…

Leopard Cupcakes Tutorial

You can also find out how to make this beautiful rose cake…

Pink Flower Cake Tutorial

…or this gorgeous eyelet cake…

Sweet Eyelet Cake Tutorial

Hop on over to My Cake School for cake inspiration for all seasons and events!

Brown Paper Party Bags…

…tied up with string!

Grab a scalloped punch, string, and a tag to create these sweet party bags at The Party Studio Blog!

DIY Brown Paper Party Bags

Cupcakes in a Jar!

Kelly at Running With Glitter made these fun “cupcakes in a jar” for her birthday!

Cupcakes In a Jar

Bright, colorful, and YUMMY!

DIY Ruffled Party Hats

Stef shares what she calls Her “top secret, laziest, easiest party hat how-to in the world”! Always love a DIY idea that looks more difficult than it really is!

Check out her fun tutorial at Girl Inspired and create these beautiful party hats!

Party Hats 101