Hanukkah Party Planning, Ideas & Supplies

December 3, 2018 10:24 am \ Leave a Comment \
Hanukkah Table with Blue Dinnerware

Hanukkah Party Planning, Ideas & Supplies >>  We love the idea of setting a table with interesting blue dinnerware so much we posted it on Instagram  (Image credit: One Kings Lane )

Hanukkah Party Planning, Ideas & Supplies 

Hanukkah is just a a few weeks away so it is definitely time to start thinking about ordering your Chanukah cards, Hanukkah gifts, Hanukkah party supplies and party favors, and even your celebratory wine. 

Hanukkah is early this year! In 2018 Hanukkah is celebrated Sunday December 2nd – December 10th

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Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Party Theme Planning, Ideas & Supplies

October 1, 2018 8:06 am \ Leave a Comment \

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Party Ideas

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Party

Whether you call it Twinkle Twinkle Little Star or Star Light Star Bright this is an adorable birthday party theme for your little one. Or add a bit of sophistication, and the theme works for any age.  A Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Party also makes for a fun baby shower theme, school dance or prom theme, sweet sixteen, quinceanera or bar mitzvah celebration, or  fundraiser.

Top 5 Essentials for Hosting a Fabulous Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Birthday Party or Baby Shower

  1. Set the tone for the party with a dreamy invitation.
  2. Choose a color scheme and use it everywhere including sprinkled throughout your eats and drinks.
  3. Find unique star themed party decor, centerpieces and tableware.
  4. Place star-cut-outs throughout your party space. Fill out a few with words of hopes and dreams to inspire your guests to add their own thoughtful wishes!
  5. Encourage your guests to bring star themed gifts and send them home with a twinkling gift of their own.

Update! For the next few weeks Beau-coup is offering up to 25% OFF many of their Twinkle Twinkle party favors and decor. Each day's deal will be clearly posted at the top of the page. Here are just a few of the adorable products available.

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Best Baby Shower Gifts! Childrens Classic Book Baby Gifts

September 22, 2018 4:05 pm \ Leave a Comment \

 Best Baby Shower Gifts! Childrens Classic Book Baby Gifts

Best Baby Shower Gifts! Childrens Classic Book Baby Gifts

Once again we must send kudos to our wonderful visitors – you really do have the best ideas!  How adorable are these Children's Classic Books Onesies.  Wrap them together with the actual book, and the matching plush doll to create a practical and memorable baby shower gift.  Some of the books even have a matching t-shirt for the new mom! #toocute

These childrens classic book baby gifts work well as stand alone shower gifts as well as centerpiece / gifts at themed showers.    Think Dr. Seuss Theme Party, The Little Prince or Royal Baby Shower, or Good Night Moon Shower or 1st Birthday Party. Continue Reading →

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Top 100 Children’s Picture Books

January 28, 2017 10:10 am \ Leave a Comment \
Top 100 Children's Picture Books

Top 100 Children's Picture Books

Top 100 Children’s Picture Books of All-Time

Attending a PTA luncheon or school fundraiser, a birthday party, or even a baby shower? Jump starting a discussion about your favorite children’s picture books is what we call a perfect table topic. This topic creates discussions are animated and fun, yet not divisive or political.  So prior to your event, refresh your memories by glancing over this list of the top 100 children’s picture books of all time. You'll find old favorite from your childhood and maybe even some new children's picture books to enjoy! Continue Reading →

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Fox Theme Party Planning, Ideas, Decor & Supplies

February 10, 2014 12:56 am \ 1 Comment \

Foxy everything is by far the latest and greatest animal obsession to hit the states.  It all started with the Ylvis – The Fox (What Does the Fox Say?) Video parody created by a Norwegian comedy duo.  In just under a month they have racked up 100 million YouTube views, have the web’s most-streamed song, and have booked guest appearances on Ellen Degeneres and  the Today Show.  This video has even spawned this year's best group Halloween costume.

Now that we are all hooked on the absolute adorableness of the fox, we can definitely see fox / woodland theme popping up in holiday cards, birthday parties, baby showers and even as nursery wall art.  We are at once surprised at just how much fox “stuff” is available and yet how hard it is to find products that work for party decor without having to DIY.

Fox Theme Party Planning, Ideas, Decor & Supplies

Fox Theme Invitations & Birth Announcements

Let's start with the invitations. Remember invitations and announcements are like the title of a paper – they set the tone for the entire celebration!

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2013 Caldecott, Newbery, and Printz Award Winning Books!

January 29, 2013 1:51 pm \ Leave a Comment \
2013 Caldecott, Newbery, and Printz Award Winning Books!

2013 Newbery Medal – The One and Only Ivan | 2013 Caledecott Medal – This Is Not My Hat | 2013 Printz Award – In Darkness

2013 Caldecott, Newbery, and Printz Award Winning Books!

This year's recipients of the Caldecott Medal for Illustration, the Newbery Medal for Literature, and the Printz Award for Young Adult Literature are a diverse and worthy group ranging from a wry tale of a thieving fish to a touching story of friendship, hope and art, to an extraordinary book about the cruelties of man and nature, and the valiant, ongoing struggle for survival.

Having said that, we are withholding judgement as to whether any will make our own list of  Top 100 Children's Books – all still need to pass the test of timelessness.  No matter your age, the mere mention of  Where the Wild Things Are or Goodnight Moon is sure to make you smile!  The Giving Tree's message is eternal and Love You Forever – well, the title says it all!

What do you think?  Should these three books make the top 100 list?   Even if not, remember familiarity with children's literature makes for wonderful party conversations – knowledge is always the best way to party pretty!

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