Busy Bee Lifestyle

Parties

Host a Fabulous Kentucky Derby Party!

And They’re Off!  Host a Kentucky Derby Party! The 136th running of the Kentucky Derby gives us another great reason to host a party!  While I am not a Southerner, I do have a few ideas for a fun get together! Derby History The Kentucky Derby will take place on Saturday, May 7th, at 6... Read more »

The New Cupcake?

Tip of the Week:  Which Dessert is the New Cupcake? Cupcakes have been a long standing favorite at Busy Bee, but I’ve been reading recently that there may be some competition on the horizon!  Here are some of the contenders to be the new “it” dessert! French Macaroons – A delicious import from France, light,... Read more »

Personalizing a Party Outside of Your Home

How to Add Personal Touches to a Party at a Restaurant or Club! For so many different reasons, hosting a party at a restaurant, country club or meeting hall is often the best or most practical choice. Just this past month, I had the opportunity to develop some new ideas for a birthday celebration my... Read more »

Cupcake Birthday Party

Host a Cupcake Themed Birthday Party! Cupcakes are so adorable that they are the perfect treat to inspire a fun and delicious cupcake party for girls of any age!  Plan to carry the cupcake theme through the entire birthday party from the invitations, to the menu, to the favors!  And if you reach the end... Read more »

Host a Mardi Gras Party!

Your Guide to Hosting a Fabulous Mardi Gras Party! Cold winter weather shouldn’t hold us back from warm celebrations!  Consider hosting a Mardi Gras party!  The celebration of Mardi Gras dates back to 1699 and is attributed to Louisiana’s French heritage.  The name literally means “Fat Tuesday” and takes place on a date between February... Read more »

Printable Cupcake Stands

Adorable DIY Printable Cupcake Stands I was thrilled to find these adorable DIY free printable cupcake stands at Sweetly Sweet! Inspired by the attractive paper cupcake stands by hello hanna, here is an adorable DIY version that’s free!   If you create these cupcake stands for a party, please share your results with us and... Read more »

Playlist for a Summer Party

Playlist for a Summer Celebration “It’s a Shore Thing!” Under the Boardwalk (The Drifters) Margaritaville (Jimmy Buffet) Jersey Girl (Bruce Springsteen) Tunnel of Love (Bruce Springsteen) Beach Baby (Tony Burrows) I Don’t Want to Go Home (Southside Johnny) Holiday (Jimmy Buffet) I Can See Clearly Now (Jimmy Cliff) Surfin’ USA (The Beach Boys) Summer Breeze (Seals and Croft) It’s... Read more »

Cupcake Birthday Party – Part II The Icing on the Cake

The Icing on the Cake … Fabulous Items for an Over the Top Cupcake Party If you enjoyed the article, “Host a Cupcake Themed Birthday Party,” get ready for sugar overload!  There were so many delicious products in the cupcake world, that a second article was “baking” before I finished the first!  Here you’ll find... Read more »

Fabulous Hot Chocolate Bar

Tip of the Week: Warm up the Winter with a Hot Chocolate Bar! During the cold winter months, it’s nice to entertain guests who, like you, might be suffering from a bit of cabin fever!  And adding a hot chocolate bar to any winter gathering will be a welcome addition!  Here are some ideas for... Read more »

Busy Bee’s Tips Shared on Clorox

Busy Bee Lifestyle’s Academy Award Tips Shared on Clorox’s Mom Moments! I love the fashion and glamour of the red carpet, almost as much as I love movies!  For me, the Golden Globes and the Academy Awards offer the perfect chance to highlight the must see movies, as well as fashion and food trends!  The... Read more »

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