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Inspiration ~ Monopoly Party

Stephanie — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 02:42:44 +0000

Has it really been a year since the Mad Scientist party for my son TJ???

I always love for my kids to pick their own Birthday party theme. This year TJ is obsessed with Monopoly! He was the Monopoly Man for Halloween and decided he wanted a Monopoly party for his 9th Birthday. The big difference this year is that he is planning a sleep over! I’m used to having kids for parties 2-3 hours max. This is a huge commitment!

So naturally I’ve been pinning away on pinterest at everything Monopoly. Here are some of my favorites I found:

Possibly the cutest invitation EVER! The 1st birthday party featured on Hostess with the Mostess is AMAZING!

Adorable printable set over at Mimisdollhouse-

I’m loving this dice pinata over at Lemondropmoon!

The party planning season has started and I’m looking forward to creating another memorable birthday for my son TJ.

Cheers!

~Steph~

Inspiration ~ UNO Party

Arianna — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 01:03:14 +0000

My good friend, Cat, is planning her son’s first birthday. (You may remember the Yellow and Gray Baby Shower I hosted for her last year.) She has come up with the creative them, UNO. It is appropriate as she is a Spanish teacher and her sweet son will be turning UNO! Here are some creative ideas to help her create an Modern Party for her son.

Invitations ~ Luv Bug Design

More Inspiration ~

1. UNO Card Cake Centerpiece by Craftily Ever After

2. UNO Felt Garland by Heartfelt Handmade blog

3. Party Favor bags including mini UNO cards from A Little Drama Designs

4. Straws by Shop Sweet lulu

5. Mini UNO Cards Cupcake Toppers by Intentional by Grace

6. UNO Notebook Favors by Piping Hot Papers

7. Uno Card Banner over at Really Quite Lucky

8. Dot Cups by Shop Sweet Lulu

9. UNO Birthday Shirt by Birthday Couture

This is such a fun party theme. The primary colors of the game are perfect for a first birthday. I can’t wait to see what Cat creates for her son.

Smiles, Arianna

Valentines for the Boys

Arianna — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 05:02:15 +0000

I’m baaaaack! This blog post marks the end of my maternity leave from Modern Hostess. I hope to be back in the swing of things but with a precious new little boy at home, I can’t make any promises. First on my to do list is Valentine ’s Day. I live in a house full of boys so girly hearts, pink roses, and anything “sweet” isn’t going to cut it around here. I have been hunting around the internet for inspiration and thought I would share the creative valentine’s geared to boys that are out there. The best part about these valentines is that they each have free printables to download so you can create them this weekend in time for the big day.

Light Saber Valentines by Brassy Apple
For the Star Wars lovers these are sure to impress. You can purchaser the glow sticks up from the dollar store.

Magnifying Glass Valentines by dandee

Paratrooper Toy Valentine over at Supermom Moments

Mustache Valentine Tutorial by the Craft Monkey
You all know how much I love mustaches and these are great!

Pencil Arrow Valentine printable at Sweet Muffin Suite

Love Bug Valentines by dandee
This is another creation by the talented dandee. I will be creating these over the weekend for Lil’ Gs class.

Pirate Valentine by Mer Mag
Pirates are always a hit with boys. Not to mention that I love to sew on paper.

I “Wheelie” Like You by Thirty Handmade Days
I don’t know about your boys, but around here you can’t go wrong with cars.

Happy Valentine’s Day to the boys!

Inspiration ~ Vintage ABC’s Baby Shower

Stephanie — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:40:00 +0000

There is a serious baby boom going on around me this year. One of my closest childhood friends is having her first baby in March. I’ve been planning away on the details for her upcoming shower and decided to go with the Vintage ABC’s theme. Here is my inspiration so far……

Invitation custom designed @ Pretty Little Studio I also ordered a Mad Libs game. I will post pictures of those after the shower.

Bunting @ Pretty Little Studio

Alphabet Wood Baby Blocks @ Tiny Giraffe Shop

Free Cupcake Topper Printables @ One Charming Party

Trader Joe’s ABC Cookies image via One Charming Party

I’m loving these scrabble tiles for decoration @ Hostess with the Mostess

I love this chalkboard guess the weight and birthday game @ Pink Pistachio.

Chugging along with planning. Stay posted for the real party in February.

Cheers!

~Steph~

Mad Scientist Birthday Party ~ Inspiration

Stephanie — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:44:20 +0000

Well….it’s officially here! Birthday season at my house. We start with TJ in February, Mia and Brayden 2 weeks apart in March and then the grand finale my birthday in April! My husband celebrates his later in the year so he’s not technically in the birthday season. On top of all these birthdays I’m working on a baby shower, bachelorette, and bridal shower. It’s going to be busy around here for the next few months.

First on the list is TJ’s birthday. He is turning 8 this year and has requested a ‘Mad Scientist’ party. Here is my inspiration so far:

Invitation @ eweehoo on etsy

I’m thinking of rolling the invitation up in test tubes and mailing them off.

Favor Box inspiration @ Sweet Bambinos

LOVE the desert table @ Sweet Bambinos

These are great! From stylishchildrensparties.blogspot.com

This kit is perfect for the table setting. From frostmeblog.blogspot.com

Brain Cupcakes! From marthastewart.com

I’m working on more ideas this week and scrambling to get the invitations out. His birthday always sneaks right up on me after the holidays.

Cheers!

~Steph~

Here is a preview of the soon to be Birthday Boy!

Hanging Holiday Card Ideas

chris — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 19:51:55 +0000

Well the holiday cards have started filling up our mail boxes! Now where to put them all? Here are a few crafty suggestions. Thank to Vanessa for giving us this ideas!

From allyou.com , use an inexpensive curtain rod and hang scraps of ribbon and edging to attach holiday cards. You could also hang wide ribbon down a door and attach cards.

From Martha Stewart, Arrange bare branches in a vase for a holiday card tree and add a big festive bow to the base.

From Katydid and Kid, a DIY card wreath with cute clothes pins that could be used for all kinds of crafty uses.

From Welke, create your own card tree on an empty wall.

French Memo boards like this one you can find on etsy.com

Or this Card Frame from Pottery Barn.

You can also use so many of these ideas for birthday or Valentine’s Day cards during the rest of the year.

Cheers, Chris

Day of the Ninja

Arianna — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:23:39 +0000

Happy Day of the Ninja. This holiday gives us a chance celebrate the pure awesomeness of Ninjas. Here is a roundup of ninjas to enjoy on this Day of the Ninja.

Ninja Birthday Party by Modern Hostess

Ninjabread Men over at Ari Cortes

Ninja Party Printables at Modern Hostess Boutique

Other Funny Ninja Day ideas by Ari Cortes

Inspiration ~ Ugly Sweater Party

Arianna — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 14:22:20 +0000

To officially kick off this holiday season, Stephanie is hosting her 3rd Annual Ugly Sweater Christmas Party in a couple of days. By the looks of last year’s party, the guests are in for another fun filled evening. Here is last year’s Ugly Sweater Party Part One and Part Two. I have gathered creative Ugly Sweater inspiration to get you in the mood to don your Ugly Christmas Sweaters this holiday season.

Ugly Sweater Fiesta 2010 (part one and part two)

The Ugly Sweater Christmas Card ~ I have been known to sport a tacky Christmas sweater every year, including on a Christmas Card or two. Check them out over at Ari Cortes.

Ugly Sweater Party Invitations by Allison Kizer Designs

Ugly Sweater Cookies by I am Baker. An ugly sweater never looked so good.

This wine bottle Sweater and Cap will make the perfect hostess gift. You can grab one over at World Market.

Dog Sweater by Prissy Puppy. We can’t leave your dogs out in the cold, dress your fury friend to impress with one of these doggie sweaters.

Happy Holidays, Arianna

Inspiration ~ Harry Potter Party

Arianna — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 23:31:45 +0000

My niece has requested a Harry Potter Party to celebrate her 8th birthday coming up. It’s all about wizards, witches, spells, quidditch, and magic these days. The elaborate world of Harry Potter opens the door to so many creative touches for a magical party. Here is a look at inspiration that I have gathered. There will be more Harry Potter Mania around here for the next few weeks. Hold onto your broomsticks.

Butter Beer Recipe by Bakingdom

Cool Harry Potter Food Ideas at Just Sweet and Simple

Handmade Harry Potter Apron over at Bakingdom

Owl Balloon Invitation by Girly Do Hair

Custom Wand Party Favors at Full Bucket Forge

Test Tube of Bertie Botts at Catch my Party

Check out these party details: {Parties} Harry Potter – Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! at Serendipity Soiree

These Photo Booth Props and Howler are amazing! Also over at Serendipity Soiree

Harry Potter Bento via Cutest Food

Vote for Cupcakes

Arianna — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 14:52:15 +0000

Our modern friend, Sadie, of Clementine Cupcake Company was nominated over at Styled Unveiled for the 2011 Local Love Awards- Favorite Wedding Cake or Cupcakes. You can hop over to Style Unveiled and show your support for Clementine Cupcake Company and vote for Belinda and Stefan Beautifully Wrapped Cupcakes. (Vote here)

Clementine Cupcakes are a local favorite here on the Central Coast. You can find them at Amsterdam Coffee House and Farmstand 46, but in limited quantity so get there quick. The Clementine Cupcake Facebook page is updated with the flavors can be found at each location. Chai Latte is my favorite flavor and I head out to get one when I see they are being served. You are sure to have seen Clementine Cupcakes here on Modern Hostess as well. Here are a few of our favorite Clementine Cupcake Company moments here on Modern Hostess.

Feel Your Boobies, Girls Night In

1^st Birthday Tea Party

Fire Truck Birthday

‘Feather the Nest’ Baby Shower

Pinkalicous Party

Tutus and Ties Party

Princess Party

We are so thrilled for Sadie and Clementine Cupcake Company. Remember to vote for Belinda and Stefan’s Beautifully Wrapped Cupcakes!