Party Decorations

  • Washi Tapes Flags To Have On Hand For Summer Entertaining!

    Washi Tapes Flags To Have On Hand For Summer Entertaining!

    I just love how these little washi tape flags turned out, and have been enjoying looking at them for a few weeks….I think I’ll use them for the upcoming holiday of Shavuot, to decorate a cheesecake or even a fresh fruit platter. And, not only are these washi tape flags something one can whip up…

  • Simple Paper Rosebud Tutorial For All Ages!

    Simple Paper Rosebud Tutorial For All Ages!

    Paper rosebuds are so very sweet and so simple to make for all ages. The examples made in these photos were made by 11 year old girls in my Crafting A Future class, though slightly younger children can certainly make them as well with a bit of help. It’s also great practice for kids to…

  • DIY Arrows Craft: Perfect For Summer Parties & L’ag B’Omer!

    DIY Arrows Craft: Perfect For Summer Parties & L’ag B’Omer!

    Yesterday at Crafting A Future, I introduced my class of boys to this DIY arrows craft to honor the upcoming holiday of L’Ag B’Omer, ( I’ll share their’s with you soon) and when they’d all gone home I sorted through the mess and made some for us to enjoy as well! I just love how…

  • Popcorn Hearts For The Birds?

    I made these popcorn hearts with my kids yesterday, to hang outside to feed the birds, but I have to admit, popcorn hearts are just too cute, and I may keep them inside to enjoy for now. And of course this a fun craft to do anytime, as kids can munch away and craft at…

  • Robot Craft From Recycled Packaging….For A Birthday Party!

    Introducing some super fun recycled packaging robots that you can make for birthday party decor or anytime, just because. These robots can be made by kids with some adult assistance for the assembly, or by parents who just might want to surprise a little one on their birthday, which is what I did. Mind you…

  • Sukkah Lanterns From Recycled Soda Bottles….In Progress

    Recycled soda bottles can make great lanterns, either to hold battery operated tea lights, or to hang as is, as Sukkah decorations. While I haven’t actually figured out how I’m going to use mine, I am planning to make as many as time allows and then possibly hang them around a large ring, or in…

  • Make A Gorgeous Low Flower Arrangement Using A Planter!

    Here’s a nice idea for making a low flower arrangement using a container that you may already have, or that at the very least you can re-use in your container garden! The idea is…..use a planter, and make the arrangement using floral foam placed in a low dish within the pot, got it?  While high…

  • Purim Party Decor- Japanese Koi Flags and Chinese Lanterns!

    Looking for some fun ideas for Purim decorations? How about Japanese koi kites and Chinese paper anterns? The koi kites are perfect for Purim which falls in the Jewish month of Adar, which is the astrological sign of the fish! And the Chinese lanterns are just downright fun and festive!  I also added some cupcake…

  • Cupcake Liner Bunting Banner — Party Decor In A Pinch!

    Looking for some sweet decorations in a pinch? Cupcake liner bunting banners, or cupcake liner garlands as you may prefer to call them, are fabulous and so easy to make! While decorating a space for a Purim party a few nights ago I needed to come up with a quick idea to add a little…

  • Stamped Party Favor Bags For Tu B’Shevat!

    Thanks so much to Marlene over at The Jewish Hostess, who is sharing with us this simple yet fabulous project — cherry blossom stamped favor bags for Tu B’shevat! These little bags, which are so simple to make are perfect for any treat bar, and I’m happy to say there’s actually a very nice story…

  • Moroccan Style Candle Vase Centerpiece

    I happen to think that Moroccan style looks great just about any time, so when I had to whip up some centerpieces for a neighbor’s bar mitzvah I was very happy to have some golden coins trim on hand to dress up these glass vases!  And when we added candlelight by way of wicks floating…

  • Kid’s Kite Craft With Drinking Straws

    Want to make some adorable kites for your next birthday party, or involve the kids in a fun summer craft? How about making some kites using drinking straws and tissue paper? It’s so much fun, and we can’t wait to make more! I was invited by Marie over at Make and Takes to participate in…