Decorate For A Party

Learn to throw a fun and memorable party with this collection of decorating tips and techniques to ignite your creativity. Everyone loves a good party and Decorate for a Party, a unique collaboration between bestselling interiors author Holly Becker (founder of decor8) and photographer and product designer Leslie Shewring, will help you to throw some of your best ones yet! Decorate for a Party is a stunning sourcebook packed with decorating tips and techniques that will ignite your creativity. Whether you are planning a significant celebration or a simple dinner with friends, Holly and Leslie provide creative ideas for every occasion. All aspects of party planning are covered, from lighting to playlists, hostess gifts, colors and patterns, food ideas, wall décor ideas, and DIY projects—and they offer hundreds of fun tips that will make your party memorable. With over 200 practical ideas including ten step-by-step projects, ten playlists, and ten “6 Ways” projects, the book is split into ten sections by theme covering a range of different color palettes and styles—bright to moody tones, forest and children’s parties, and beautiful boho and modern styles. All themes can be mixed and matched to use for a wide variety of occasions in homes of any size, from the sprawling country home to a one-room city apartment. Decorate for a Party encourages you to make the most of what you have, make things by hand and modify store bought party supplies, and put your personality into your party. You’ll find hundreds of quick and beautiful ways to create a party that is meaningful, memorable, budget-friendly, and fun! “I love Holly and Leslie’s new book. Page by page with new and chic party ideas, all using inexpensive materials. Happy party everyone!”?Paul Lowe, Sweet Paul Magazine “Yes! @decor8 @leslieshewring’s new book is here and boy, is it fun! We can’t wait to dive in and make notes for upcoming parties.”?RUE magazine “Putting together a party can be overwhelming, especially when you have no idea where to start. Decorate for a Party breaks it down both logistically and visually and helps you decipher your party style. Whether planning a big bash or an intimate gathering, it’s an essential to have on hand for all your upcoming festivities.”?Joy Cho, Oh Joy “Holly Becker’s tips will help you set an unforgettable scene.” ?Katie Holdefehrm, Associate Editor, Apartment Therapy “What a gorgeous, inspiring, and heartfelt book.”?Laura Gaskill, Houzz.com

Entertaining starts with setting a fabulous table. In Courtney Allison’s signature French Country Cottage style, she showcases a myriad of romantic table settings for every occasion. Courtney provides the styling expertise to host your own French Country Cottage–inspired gathering, whether in the backyard, at the beach, under an old oak tree, or in a country barn. A simple picnic; coffee by the lake; a cheese board for friends outdoors; a bistro table for two; a long table for a formal meal—each setting exhibiting Allison’s dreamy style for you to emulate. The pièce de résistance in every venue, any setting, is the gorgeous arrangements of seasonal flowers; Courtney’s bouquets will take your breath away from spring to fall, for outdoors and inside.

"365 Creative Party Ideas," is filled with clever, fun parties for all ages. From your first baby shower to your golden anniversary, this book has just the party idea for you. Arranged in the same spiral bound format as Forward March's premiere child-care title "365 Days of Creative Play," this book makes a neat, compact reference source for all your party needs. A few of the sixteen entertaining chapters included in "365 Creative Party Ideas" are: Holidays, Family Parties, Fund Raisers, Seasonal, Parties for No Reason, Birthdays (girls, boys, adult) & Baby Showers (including one for men)! The last chapter is an informative guide on party planning, locations, volunteer help, & adjusting parties to suit a child's exact age. For quick & easy fun, year-'round & in any weather, don't miss "365 Creative Party Ideas."

-- How-to book full of planning, preparation and presentation ideas -- 55 great recipes for potluck, dinner, cocktail or kids parties -- How-to's of table setting, creating special touches, planning menus and list making

We are in “the communication age.” No matter who you are or how you communicate, we are all members of a society who connect through the internet, not just to it. From face-to-face interactions to all forms of social media, The Communication Age, Second Edition invites you to join the conversation about today’s issues and make your voice heard. This contemporary and engaging text introduces students to the essentials of interpersonal, small group, and public communication while incorporating technology, media, and speech communication to foster civic engagement for a better future.

Give a Great Child's Birthday Party Without Knocking Yourself Out... Even the Host Has a Great Time with Printable Party Kits!! Wondering how to entertain those children ages 4 to 12 coming to your home? We can make you the perfect host in less than ten minutes from now! The Artist Theme Printable Party Kit is filled with invitations, party games, room decorations, thank you cards, T-shirt iron-ons and contains detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to be the perfect host, keeping the fun and laughs coming, pouring on the imagination while tickling everybody's funny bone! The moment you place your order you'll be able to print your needed party materials. All you need is a color printer and you can easily host a SimpliFun party. You can even add your own child's name and party information for personalized invitations! The Artists Faire PrintIt! Printable Party Kit has all the materials needed for the four creative activities for artists ages 4 to 12. The completed art goes home, but the T-shirt made by a handful of artists, is a special gift to your child from the guests. You add your guests and food, then have fun yourself!. The easy-to follow ideas are simple and economical enough for any party-planner-but definitely fun for children. Created by SimpliFun Studios because there's more to a party than just eating cake!

Get the kids involved with Decorate Cakes, Cupcakes, and Cookies with Kids by Autumn Carpenter. This instructional craft book is filled with fun baking and decorating experiences that you can share with your children or grandchildren, while teaching them valuable skills they will use for a lifetime. With adult supervision, kids can learn to decorate cookies, cupcakes, and cakes for holidays, special events, or to share with friends. Within these pages, you’ll learn baking and preparing of cake, cupcakes, and cookies, starting off with the basics: utensils needed, measuring instructions, and kitchen safety tips. After the basics, the book continues with baking, filling, and icing—50 to 60 techniques in all—with eye-appealing, tasty designs for children to create that incorporate the methods taught. Instructions include piped icing as well as rolled fondant. Additional decorating techniques include edible frosting sheets, products to add sparkle, and using store bought candies to decorate. The last chapter includes instructions on hosting a cake or cupcake decorating party for children. A convenient glossary in the back will be a quick reference for children to discover new culinary terms. The book is designed with 8-12 year olds boys and girls in mind, and includes instructions clearly labeled for difficulty and time allowance, and instructional pictures that show children using the tools. Kid-inspired cake and cookie themes are perfect for birthdays, seasonal celebrations, and other special events.

A compilation of ideas and comments from parents, school personnel, community members, and graduates of high school who have planned and implemented All Night Alcohol/Drug-Free Prom and Graduation Celebrations. Presents samples of projects undertaken by high school communities in their efforts to provide safe, fun-filled, party environments that appeal to students. Illustrated.