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Things I Love: DIY Piñatas

We know that the idea of making your own piñata sounds crazy, but we PROMISE it’s a lot easier than it looks! We’ve collected 12 piñata tutorials to inspire you. Isn’t a piñata that matches the theme of your party just what you’ve been looking for? Read on and get to crafting!

12 DIY Pinatas | Vicky Barone

1. Fox | 2. Mini Cactus | 3. Diamond
4. Ice Cream Cone | 5. Bee Hive | 6. Taco
7. Car | 8. Donkey | 9. Watermelon
10. Numbers | 11. Moon | 12. Flamingo

Click on the links above to find your way to each piñata tutorial. Good luck and have fun!

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Parties and Events Recipes Things I Love

Football-Shaped Superbowl Food

We saw this football cheese plate on Babble and thought it was too cute not to re-create. Now we’re thinking every cheese plate should be shaped like something…right?

With the Superbowl less than two weeks away, it’s time to start thinking about all the delicious game-day food we’re going to eat! Click on the links below to see some of our other favorite football-shaped snacks.

Superbowl Cheese Plate and Other Football Shaped Food | Vicky Barone1. Pizza | 2. Strawberries
3. Pretzels | 4. Deviled Eggs
5. Peanut Butter Dip | 6. Cupcakes

What team are you rooting for in a few weeks? Let us know in the comments!

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DIY Parties and Events Recipes Things I Love

Things I Love: The World Cup 2014

1. Pão de Queijo | 2. Fútbol Cake Balls
3. Printable World Flags | 4. Capirinha
5. Brigadeiro | 6. American Flag Nails

Are you having a World Cup Party this weekend? USA plays Portugal this Sunday and we’ve got a couple ideas to help get you into the spirit! Paint your nails red, white, and blue and snack on some traditional Brazilian treats while you cheer on your favorite team. Enjoy!

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DIY Holidays Lifestyle Parties and Events Things I Love

Happy New Year 2014!

1. Tinsel Numbers | 2. Tassel Garland | 3. Glitter S’mores | 4. Tinsel Swizzle Sticks | 5. Gold-dipped Balloons | 6. Happy New Year Garland

Happy 2014! Here are a few of our favorite New Year’s Eve party details. 2013 was such a wonderful year for us and we are so excited to see what 2014 has in store!

We wish you all a happy and healthy new year!

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DIY Holidays Parties and Events Recipes

Tinsel Swizzle Sticks and Pomegranate Champagne

Christmas may be over, but the holiday season is still in full effect! We have the perfect drink to sip on while you’re ringing in the new year, complete with festive drink stirrers!

DIY Tinsel Swizzle Sticks and Pomegranate ChampagneMaterials: Plastic drink stirrers, tinsel garland, scissors, and glue.

Directions:
1. Using scissors, cut off a small piece of tinsel (about an inch and a half).
2. Put glue on the top of the drink stirrer.
3. Hold piece of tinsel onto glue until it sets (if your tinsel garland has wire in it, bend the wire around the drink stirrer to help hold its place).
4. Let dry completely and serve in a champagne glass!

Pomegranate ChampagneThe pomegranate champagne is so delicious and simple! Pour an ounce or two of pomegranate juice in a champagne glass and fill the rest with your favorite champagne. For a kid-friendly version, swap out the champagne for sparkling cider or try these magic cotton candy drinks!

Check out our NYE Pinterest board for more New Year’s Eve ideas!

 

 

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Holidays Lifestyle Parties and Events Things I Love

Things I Love: New Year’s Eve Dresses

1. Gold Sequin Strapless | 2. Red Sequin Midi | 3. Silver Fringe Dress | 4. Zigzag Sequin | 5. Green Crush Dress

There is something so exciting about a New Year’s Eve outfit. Whether you’re slipping into a brand new sequined number, or spicing up your go-to little black dress with some flashy new jewelry, dressing up for NYE is one of the most exciting ways to ring in the new year.

We’ve collected some beautiful dresses for you all to enjoy. If you still don’t know what you’re wearing next Tuesday, we hope these serve as inspiration while you’re post-Christmas shopping!

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Holidays Lifestyle Parties and Events Things I Love

Holiday Gift Guide for the Hostess

1. Pie Book | 2. Instagram Marshmallows | 3. State Cutting Boards | 4. Cheese Knives | 5. Twilight Serving Spoons | 6. Cake Stands | 7. Caramel Sauce

Here are some fabulous hostess gifts for all the holiday parties you’re invited to! While you’re at it, you might just want to get matching gifts for yourself because these are too good to give away.

Don’t forget to browse our other gift guides!
Women pt.1 | Women pt.2 | Men | Kids

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DIY Holidays Lifestyle Parties and Events

Thanksgiving Table Setting

Tada! Our very own Thanksgiving table setting! You might have seen some of our favorite inspirations here, but now we’ve styled our very own! We mixed very simple natural elements with bright pops of color to create a modern and rustic Thanksgiving table. We’re so excited to add food and family and make the holiday complete!

Thanksgiving Table SettingHere are some of the elements we pulled together for our table:
Painted Pumpkin place cards
Metallic Placemats from Pier 1 Imports
Table Runner from Pier 1 Imports
Multicolor Border Napkins from Crate and Barrel
Glass Votives from Target
Ribbon tied silverware
Decorative pine cones from Joann
Pumpkins from North Carolina State Farmers Market

We hope you are all having fun planning your own Thanksgiving celebrations! Check back to see more ideas as the holidays approach!