DIY favor bags: Snack Time!

Here is a sneak peek at some favors I whipped up today. These are for a high school graduation party– where everything will have a “school” feel. Think chalkboards, old yearbooks, etc. The event will be for all ages- so I thought cookies were perfect. From toddlers, to teens, to grandparents– who doesn’t love a [...]

Donuts for Dessert, Brilliant!

Today is National Donut Day, and in honor as such a sweet calendar event- I thought I would share some great donut inspiration with you. The next time you are planning a party- consider swapping your traditional cake out and serve donuts instead.

Type-it-out, A Vintage Guest Book Idea

Perhaps it is my love of vintage, or even love of the written word– but something about old typewriters, well makes me smile. I am loving the idea of using typewriters as an alternative to your traditional…

DIY Wedding Favor Bags

Want to save on costs but also send your wedding guests home with a sweet treat? How about trying these DIY favor bags? With minimal effort {and a fabulous FREE template}, you can create these thoughtful treat bags to give your guests.

Spring Place Setting Ideas: DIY Paper Placemats

We have kicked off a new column here on Thoughtfully Simple called DIY Hostess. Here we plan on sharing simple ways that you can make your party, evet, or wedding fabulous– but in a do-it-yourself fashion. Let’s kick it off with these DIY paper placemats!

DIY Flower Garland

Want to add a touch of whimsy to your event or room decor? Once Wed had this fabulous DIY tutorial for making your own flower garland. These mini fabric blooms are just adorable!

DIY Plaid Ornaments

Thinking about creating some homemade holiday ornaments? DIY ornaments really can be simple and these DIY plaid ornaments are proof. I love the green factor, turn something old into something new.

DIY Party Blowers | Lovely!

What says celebration better than a classic party blower? Ditch the bulk bag of generic colors and try your hand at these elegant DIY party blowers. Aren’t the gorgeous?

You can easily create these one of a kind party blowers to match any party theme or wedding color scheme.  I love the idea of using the patterned prints [...]

Spook up your Dinner

I received his DIY dinner idea from Jeanne Benedict from the DIY Network’s Weekend Entertaining and wanted to share it with you. She calls it “Boo” Spaghetti and it is really, really simple. Try it out and add a little spook to your weeknight dinner.

Decorate! Paper Pennants

It’s no secret that I love using paper pennant flags as decorations. I make pastel ones for Easter, patriotic pennant flags  for the 4th of July, and most recently primary pennants to decorate a circus themed party. Here are a few images of my most recent paper pennant flags that I made for Halloween decor.

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