Celebrate Leap Year with Free Printables

Posted on February 20, 2012 by 2partymoms

February 29th, 2012

Leap Year is a year containing one extra day  in order to keep the calendar year synchronized with the astronomical or seasonal year.  This extra day is added to the month of February every four years.

At Creative Party Buzz we are always looking for reason to celebrate!  We’ve created these free Leap Year cupcake toppers/round labels for you.Download them here

For more ideas for Leap Year, check out our blog post on Frog Crafts

Or

For a complete Frog Party see us at creative-party-themes.com

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Make Your Own Terrarium

Posted on February 15, 2012 by 2partymoms

Ready for some instant springtime? Bring a little green into your home by making a terrarium.

make your own terrarium

Terrariums are beautiful, unique, and so easy to make and care for! Here is how to make your own succulent terrarium:

Materials:

  • A clear glass container such as a bubble bowl or vase (take a look at Goodwill for some cheap and unique options)
  • Sand or soil
  • Plants (succulents, cacti, air plant, ivy and dwarf varietals are good options)
  • Accents such as moss, shells, pebbles, crystals, or anything that you think would look nice 
  • Water (distilled is best)

Directions:

  1. Pour a base layer of sand into your bowl to anchor your plants.
  2. Arrange your plants in the terrarium, keeping the root ball and soil in tact.
  3. Carefully add more sand around the base of the plants so that it is level with the top of the dirt.
  4. Arrange dry moss if desired.
  5. Add small pebbles or any other decorative accents.
  6. To water, carefully pour 1/2 -1 cup of water directly over the top of each plant to be sure they are completely moist. (You can check to see if they are watered well enough by lifting the terrarium and checking the bottom. you should see a small spot of moisture under each plant.)
  7. Enjoy your terrarium!

** If you live in the Portland area, be sure to check out Artemisia on SE 28th Avenue. They have all the materials you can imagine for creating beautiful terrariums. They also have workshops. What a great idea for a party or get together!

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Make A T-Shirt Scarf

Posted on February 13, 2012 by 2partymoms

We are always looking to find clever ideas for our teens to do for a party craft or a team building event.  This couldn’t be easier!

Materials

  • T-Shirt
  • Scissors or a cutting mat, and rotating cutter

Directions

1.   The first thing you need is an old t-shirt.  If it is for a sports team, make sure you use team colors.

2.  Next, cut off the top of the t-shirt just under the armpits.

 

3.  You will now have one large loop of fabric.Time to stretch it!  And I mean stretch.  Put your foot on the loop and stretch the fabric upward with your hands.  Work in pairs and have each person grab an endand pull.  It should end up long enough to loop around your neck twice.

4.  You are done with the scarf!

Flower Embellishment

This is the template I used to create the folded flower petals.  I traced it onto the extra fabric, or you could use a contrasting color.

 

 

 

 

For a complete tutorial with step by step photos please check out the blog A Little Bit of Sunshine

 

 

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Crafting with Paint Swatches

Posted on February 9, 2012 by 2partymoms

We have found some simple and fun Valentine’s Day crafts using free paint swatches from your favorite paint or home improvement store!

Heart Garland

For directions click here.

If you need a heart shaped punch for this project you can find one here.

 

Valentine Bookmark

Use this small heart punch to create these colorful bookmarks.

 

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Celebrate Presidents’ Day

Posted on February 7, 2012 by 2partymoms

Celebrate Presidents’ Day with these fun crafts, activities and recipes

 

Crafts

 

 

Make President Lincoln’s hat

 

 

 

 

Make a Presidential Powdered Wig

 

 

 

Make Abe Lincoln’s log cabin

 

 

Recipes

 

 

 

 

Presidents Day Parfait                                                                                                Cherry Pie

 

 

Activities

 

Download Printable Books

George Washington Word Search

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Super Bowl Party Inspirations

Posted on February 3, 2012 by 2partymoms

Okay, we know this is a little late, but for those of you looking for some last minute inspiration for your Super Bowl party this weekend, we’ve scoured the blogosphere and come up with a few easy ideas to perk things up!

super bowl party ideas

1. Football Party Dip — Jazz up your Super Bowl guacamole dip by adding a few sour cream yard lines and some players made from red and yellow cherry tomatoes!

2. Football Drink Labels — Don’t get caught with the party foul of drinking out of someone else’s cup. Download these great free printable drink labels, available at The Hostess with the Mostess.

3. Giants vs. Patriots Printables — Are you cheering on a special team? These fun free printables are available for both the Giants and the Patriots to please any crowd. You can find them at Catch My Party.

4. Mix Up Some Beergaritas — Want to add a fun twist to your Super Bowl party drink options? Serve some beergaritas! Here’s how to make them:

Ingredients:

  • 1 (12 ounce) can frozen limeade concentrate
  • 1½ cups (12 fluid ounces) tequila
  • 1 (12 oz) can lemon lime soda (1½ cups)
  • 1 (12oz) bottle or can of light beer (1½cups)
  • 2 limes, cut into wedges (garnish)

Directions:

  1. 1. In a blender, add the ingredients and mix until blended.
  2. 2. Place lots of ice in each glass.  Add the margarita mix and garnish with a lime wedge
  3. Makes 8 servings (¾ cup each)

Salt on the rim, optional…

Also, be sure to check out our Creative Party Themes football party page for loads of Superbowl party ideas to help you host an amazing event.

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Valentine’s Day Scratch-Off Cards

Posted on January 30, 2012 by 2partymoms

Design and create your own Valentine’s Day personalized scratch-off cards for that someone special. It’s easy!

valentines day craft idea

We found this great Valentine’s Day idea in Better Homes and Gardens Magazine.  Now you can make your own cool scratch-offs with prizes that are meaningful to you. Have fun!

  1. Download the BHG Valentine template or use your computer to design your own Valentine scratch-off cards, writing a message on top and some scratchable prizes (that you will cover) on the bottom. Be sure to space your prizes out so that they have their own space to be covered with scratch-off paint.
  2. Print your card(s) onto cardstock.
  3. Next, you will make the scratch -off part of the card. To do this, first either use a coin or make a cardboard tracing shape that will cover the wording for each of your prize options.  Trace the shape onto the paper side of a piece of clear contact paper.
  4. To make the scratch-off paint, mix two parts metallic acrylic paint with one part dishwashing detergent. Use a small paintbrush to apply a thin coat of the paint to the front of your Con-tact paper. Let this dry for an hour.  After this layer is dry, repeat the process with a second (and if necessary a third) coat of the scratch-off solution.  (You can also purchase pre-made scratch-off stickers.)
  5. When dry, cut out your scratch-off shapes using the outline you made on the back of the Con-tact paper. Peel off the paper and stick the shapes onto your card to cover each of your prizes.
  6. Package your special card with a new penny!

 

 
For more great Valentine’s Day Party ideas, be sure to take a look at our sister site, Creative Party Themes.

 

 

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Potato Bar for Super Bowl

Posted on January 26, 2012 by 2partymoms

A Super Bowl Potato Bar

super bowl party food ideas

Are you hosting a Super Bowl party this year? A baked potato bar can be a great Super Bowl menu idea that both pleases everyone and actually allows you to relax and enjoy the game (and the commercials!) Add a few other make-ahead snacks such as chips and dip, buffalo wings,  a salad, and some brownies, and you’ll be all set before kickoff!

Here are some items to include with your spuds:

  • Butter or margarine (roasted garlic butter is an especially yummy option)
  • Sour cream
  • Salsa or pico de gallo
  • Taco sauce
  • Guacamole
  • Chili
  • Taco meat or shredded chicken
  • Bacon bits
  • Cheese — shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or even gorgonzola
  • Broccoli
  • Olives
  • Mushrooms
  • Tomatoes
  • Green onions
  • Chives

Want some more Super Bowl party food options? Take a look at ivillage.com for a great list of amazing recipes.

Also, be sure to check out our Creative Party Themes football party page for loads of Superbowl party ideas to help you  host an amazing event.

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Party Submission Contest 1/23/2012

Posted on January 23, 2012 by 2partymoms

Share your party with us
at Creative Party Themes!


Have you hosted or attended a great party recently?
We would love to hear about it!

At Creative Party Themes we love a great party, and so do our readers. We know that lots of you have amazing party ideas, and we want to hear them!

Now is your chance to strut your stuff! Share your creative party theme ideas with us for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon.com and be featured on our website! Entries are due by Friday, February 24, 2012.

Visit our sister site, Creative Party Themes, for all of the guidelines and submission information.

We can’t wait to hear from you!


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Celebrate National Soup Month

Posted on January 18, 2012 by 2partymoms

January is National Soup Month

 Gather your family, neighbors or friends and enjoy a big bowl of soup on a wintery evening.

photo via Country Living

 

Hearty Minestrone Soup

Ingredients:

  • 2 slices Bacon, chopped
  • 2 medium Carrots, cut into 1/4-inch
  • dice 1 medium Onion,
  •  dice 1 large Celery Stalk
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 3 medium (about 1 pound) All-Purpose Potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1 can (14 1/2 ounces) Chicken Broth
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Coarsely Ground Black Pepper
  •  1/4 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 can (19 ounces) White Kidney Beans, rinsed and drained
  •  1/2 pound Green Beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  •  1/3 cup Small Pasta
  •  1/2 pound Spinach, tough stems discarded, chopped
  •  Grated Parmesan Cheese, (optional)

Directions:

In 6-quart saucepot, cook bacon over medium heat until browned. With slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain; set aside.
To drippings in saucepot, add carrots, onion, and celery, and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are browned, about 15 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds longer.
Add potatoes, broth, salt, pepper, thyme, and 6 cups water; heat to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 10 minutes.
Add kidney beans, green beans, and pasta; cook 7 minutes longer. Stir in spinach, cook 5 minutes longer or until greens are wilted and tender. Stir in bacon. Serve with grated Parmesan if you like.

For more soup recipes check out these great soup cookbooks

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