Parties

Boxing Day Party

Tip of the Week – Add an Extra Day to Christmas!
I recently read about a family, who in addition to celebrating Christmas on December 25th, extends the fun by adding Boxing Day to their holiday line up! Boxing Day takes place on December 26th and its origins date back to mid 19th century England, when... Read more »

Little Girl’s 5th Birthday Party Idea

Little Girl’s 5th Birthday Party!
Five year olds are a lot of fun because you can actually do things with them in your own home! When the kids are two, three and four, a party outside of your home is probably the way to go, but at five they are ready to act like real guests!... Read more »

Sleepover Party Ideas; Girl’s 10th Birthday Party; Almost Sleepover

Host an Almost Sleepover Party for a Girl’s 10th Birthday!

Ten years old is a funny age for girls. They are past the princess stage, but still not quite teenagers! One fun idea for a 10 year old girl’s birthday celebration is to have an almost sleepover party!
Almost Sleepover Party Plan
This party idea is a dream come true... Read more »

Party Quantities

Perfect Party Quantities: Your Cocktail and Hors d’oeuvres Quantity Guidelines!
Whenever hosting a party, it’s inevitable you’ll belabor the types and quantities of everything! No one wants to have too much or too little of anything! Here are some great guidelines for hosting your next cocktail party.
Hors d’oeuvres – Quantities

If you are serving dinner, 6 hors... Read more »

Final Party Countdown Checklist

Party Preparation Countdown!
PLAN AHEAD for the last few days before your party and avoid a last minute frenzy!
2-3 days before your party

Clean your house or have it cleaned by professionals.
Clean out your refrigerator.
Set out your serveware and check your pieces against your menu. Place sticky notes on the serving dishes indicating their intended use.
If you’re... Read more »

Hosting a Pot Luck Dinner

In response to a request for advice on having a Potluck Dinner, here are some thoughts and guidelines:
Hosting a Pot Luck Dinner is very appealing. Friends can get together for a meal without over burdening any one person! However, hosting a pot luck dinner also requires culinary bravery, social tact and a very open mind! ... Read more »

Apple Themed Party Ideas for Kids

Apples! A Perfect Fall Party Inspiration!
While there are plenty of pumpkins around at this time of year, it’s the cute red and green apples that take center stage at this kid friendly celebration! For more highlights, take a look at Busy Bee’s segment on The 10 Show!
Apple Party Invitations
Die Cut Apple Invitation

From Itty... Read more »

Apple Party Resources

Busy Bee on the 10! Show with a Kids’ Apple Party Plan!
If you were watching the 10! Show today and liked the ideas for a Kids’ Apple Party, below are the resources for some of the recommended party supplies:
Apple Party Invitations from itty Bitty Company

Available on line from The Paper Clique, 10 for $22.00, pictured... Read more »

Fabulous Birthday Decorations and Accessories

Add Some Extra Fun to Your Next Birthday Party Celebration!
If you were watching Busy Bee on the 10! Show this morning, below are the details on the fabulous birthday decorations and accessories that were featured!
Happy Birthday Tablecloth

Home a la mode, Happy Birthday Tablecloth, $28.99. (Enjoy 10% off with coupon code BUSYBEE!)
It’s My Birthday Party Banner... Read more »

Halloween Night Buffet

Halloween Night Buffet!
Every October 31st brings the usual assortment of “trick or treaters” to our home, but in addition to the little ghosts and goblins, my house is also the traditional site of a Halloween buffet dinner for friends and family! Despite the crazy chaos of Halloween night and trying to get the kids out... Read more »