Your next table runner doesn’t need to cost a ton to make a big impact!  Check out this fabulous painted table runner that can be made to match any theme.

It’s so much better than something you’ll find in the store…get creative!

Start with some basic fabric bought by the yard or use a drop cloth.  Get the full directions and paint details at We Are Scout.  What a fantastic idea, and I’m in love with this table arrangement.

Looking for some more interesting ideas for your next gathering?  Check out our Food & Entertaining Section.

Have you ever painted a table runner, curtain or rug?  I’d love the hear about it!

~Kim

I just found this fabulous Peach Rose Sangria Recipe and I thought you might be interested.  There’s nothing wrong {in my opinion} with basic sangria, but this is a whole new level of YUM!

It would be perfect for your next party…everyone will talk about it for months {You know it’s true!}.  Visit Julie’s Eats and Treats for the recipe.

Love Sangria?  So do I!  We should have a party!  Check out these fabulous ideas…

7 Sangria Recipes to try right now!

Don’t they look amazing!  Blood Orange Sangria?  Wow!

Have fun with these!

~Kim

This is a simple way to dress up a cake for any holiday party!  Have you ever noticed how some of the best ideas ever are rather easy?

Create a DIY Falling Leaves Cake Topper in minutes, and be ready to accept lots of compliments when you arrive at the party.  Not a bad thing, for sure.

You’ll find a free template and step-by-step instructions by The Sweetest Occasion on Momtastic!  It’s such an inspiring idea!  Then you can move on to top off a cake with Christmas trees for Christmas.  The possibilities are endless!

~Kim

It’s time to create something awesome for that Halloween Party!  Print out some cute Halloween printables or party decorations, get inspired for the perfect pumpkin, or get a fun last-minute DIY project!

You’ll find everything you need for your countdown to Halloween right here…101 Handmade Halloween Ideas!

~Kim

DIY Party Decorations – 10 Inspiring Ideas!

Party decorations can get expensive, so why not make them yourself?  These fabulous DIY party decorations are out-of-this-world beautiful and can be created at a fraction of the cost.  Oh, and of course they end up being totally custom for your party and don’t look store bought…just sayin’!

Take a look at these inspiring ideas…

{Paper Rosettes DIY – Design Dazzle}

{DIY Geometric Lanterns – Oh Happy Day}

{DIY Party Blowers – Juneberry Lane}

{Fringe Paper Party Lantern – A Bubbly Life}

{DIY Confetti Throwers – Oh Happy Day}

{DIY tissue paper tassel – The Smith Nest}

{Flower Garland Balloon – Tikkido}

{Petal Party Lanterns – Modern Party Ideas}

{Painted Polkadot Balloons– A Subtle Revelry}

{DIY Honeycomb Garland – Oh Happy Day}

You might like this post of super easy and creative DIY cupcake garland!

I’m sure you found an idea or two that you love.  Do you have a favorite?

~Kim

Patriotic party printables are a blast!  You will love this collection of classy {not-so-cheesy} decorations for your holiday picnics and parties this year!  They will make you look like the creative party diva you really are…just sayin’! 

Here’re 7 Patriotic Party Printables to make your 4th of July sparkle…

{Today’s Creative Blog – Patriotic Printables}

{Patriotic Pinwheels and Party Printables – Love the Day}

{Made In a Day Patriotic Party Printables}

{4th of July Printables – HGTV}

{Patriotic Printables & Rice Krispies Cake – Red Barn Blog}

{Supermom – Patriotic Printables and Inspiration}

{Patriotic Party Invitations & More – Celebrate}

Who needs to buy anything for the store when you can print these right at home???  I love that!

Have you printed any printables at home?  I’d love to hear about them in the comments!

Happy 4th of July!

Love free printables???  You might enjoy these posts…101 Pretty Printables, 12 Printables for Your Kitchen and 101 Father’s Day Printables!

21 DIY Summer Wreaths

These summer wreaths sizzle with color and style! Creating your own wreath is the perfect weekend DIY project!   

You’ll find lots of inspiration and tips to help you create an amazing summer wreath with just a few pretty supplies and an hour or so!  No major crafty skills needed!

Sit back, relax, and enjoy this tour of some of the most beautiful summer wreath tutorials EVER…

Summer Lemon Wreath & Bunting – The Mombot

Succulent Summer Wreath – Prudent Baby

Glass Float Summer Wreath – Sand and Sisal

Patriotic Clothespin Summer Wreath – Everything Etsy

Summer Dahlia Yarn Wreath – A Pretty Life in the Suburbs

Starfish Wreath – A Pop of Pretty

Patriotic Yarn Wreath – Naptime Crafts

Paper Umbrella Wreath – Family Chic

Summer Bicycle Wreath – Craft-O-Matic

Colorful Vintage Sheet Wreath – In Color Order

Beach Inspired Summer Wreath – A Beach Cottage

Patriotic Burlap & Denim Wreath – The Scrap Shoppe Blog

Flip Flop Pool Noodle Wreath – Fox Hollow Cottage

There’s more…

• Summer Frame Wreath Tutorial – A Glimpse Inside
• Fabric Scraps and Flip Flop Summer Wreath – Southern Scraps
• Floral Egg Carton Wreath – Homemade Serenity
• Shell Wreath – HGTV
• Upcycled Fabric Summer Wreath – Honey Bee Vintage
• Navy and Yellow Summer Wreath – Christina’s Adventures
• Summer Beach Rock Wreath – Silly Pear
• Super Easy Summer Lovin’ Wreath – A Glimpse Inside

Wow, right?!  These are so colorful and creative!  Which wreath is your style?  Do you like patriotic wreaths or beachy ones?  I might need more than one!

Looking for more Summer projects?  You might like these…

• 101 Summer Inspired Tutorials
• 101 Sewing Tutorials for Summer
• 101 Handmade Gifts for Men

Oh my gosh!  I could enjoy a glass of sweet punch right now!  These are the perfect recipes for a hot summer day, picnics, parties, weddings, or even an afternoon by the pool…that sounds good!

I found some yummy and eye catching punch recipes to make you want to have a party just so you can make punch!

Take a look at these beautiful drinks…

{Party Punch Recipe – Erika Follansbee}

{Hibiscus Ginger Punch Recipe – The Ktchen}

{Cherry Punch Recipe – Mother Earth Living}

{First Kiss Punch Recipe – A Beautiful Mess}

{Rose Punch Recipe – Martha Stewart}

{Perfect Springtime Punch – Petit Elefant}

{Prosecco Berry Punch – More}

Which one looks best to you?  Do you like lots of fruit?  Do you have a favorite punch recipe you’d like to share…just leave it in the comments below.

Any day of the week can be special when you have beautiful punch to share with friends!

Why settle for boring table numbers when you can get creative and make your own fabulous numbers in any style you can imagine!  I love DIY projects that look great and help you save your entertaining budget for the food…we all know the food is super important! Ha!

Many of these ideas can be changed up a bit to fit your décor.  Have fun with them, go bold, go beautiful, go sassy, go woodland…whatever works for you!  Isn’t that better than ordering them from a catalog??  You betcha!

{Chalkboard Wine Bottle Table Number – Upscale Down Home}    {Rustic Nail Numbers – weddingchicks.com} {Table Number Napkins – twigandthistle.com} {Moss Table Numbers – ruffledblog.com }{Burlap Wedding Table Numbers – ruffledblog.com} {Festive Table Numbers – stylemepretty.com}

{Simple Painted Canvas Table Numbers – ruffledblog.com} {Chic Book Table Numbers – emmalinebride.com} {Country Wedding Table Numbers –rivernorthlove.blogspot.com} {Chalkboard Table Numbers – thebridalsolutionllc.com} {Winte Bottle Table Numbers – weddingchicks.com} {Table Number Runner – southcoastweddingblog.com.au} {Olive Branch Table Numbers – elizabethannedesigns.com} {Fishing Table Number – ruffledblog.com} {String Art Table Numbers – claytonaustinlovestories.com} {Twine Wrapped Table Numbers – weddingbee.com} {Silhouette Table Numbers – ruffledblog.com} {Garden Party Table Numbers – ruffledblog.com}

{Simple Mirror Table Number – avambientaciones.com} {Gold Table Numbers – oncewedd.com}

That should give you a few creative ideas that you can work with to create the perfect table numbers for your special event.

Which one is your favorite???

You might enjoy these posts…101 Simple Handmade Wedding Ideas, 25 DIY Bridesmaid Gifts, 20 DIY Wedding Favors,  or 10 Free Printable Wedding Inviations!

~Kim

And here’s a brand new one…

101 Free Wedding Printables

These marbleized eggs are simple to make and help create a fabulous Easter Table!  Keeping it all in shades of blue is just beautiful…and you can actually talk to everyone without trying to look around giant centerpieces.

Gather up a few supplies from your kitchen cabinets and you are ready to get started. Get all the details for the marbleized eggs at MarthaStewart.com.

Try this idea in any color! Entertaining can be simple and sweet without spending a ton!