Do you love Nautical and Coastal Decor? I live about an hour away from the beach, but that doesn't stop me from loving beach and coastal decor! I've always liked the look of nautical decor; maybe it's because I've always wanted a beach house on the California coast (I mean really, who doesn't?). Today I'm sharing how you can add a little bit of the beach to your home decor with a quick tutorial for DIY Nautical Bottles for this week's Whip It Up Wednesday! Disclosure: As an OTC blogger, I received products free of charge included in this post. All opinions are my own. Let's get started! ... [Read More]
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Celebrate Outdoors with Cost Plus World Market | #celebrateoutdoors
I'm so excited to share the details from the World Market beach party! I was not only lucky enough to be invited to attend the event this past weekend; but as a World Market Brand Ambassador I was asked to design a centerpiece for the food table! Party Prep Since the event was going to be in Santa Monica, my wonderful husband and I took the day off from work on Friday and made it a "date day" so I could style the centerpiece. I was able to get a sneak peek of the venue the day before during setup. To say the venue was breathtaking would be an understatement! The Spanish style beach house was amazing! And all the World Market furniture matched the house and pool perfectly, it was so beautiful! I spent a little time getting the World Market items all set up on the food ... [Read More]
Shark Party Ideas | Summer Celebrations
My boys LOVE sharks. So in honor of all things Summer, we had a little play date/pool party to kick off SHARK WEEK! Shark Party Decor & Dessert Table: I had so much fun setting up the little dessert table, bright blue and orange are my favorite colors for summer parties. I recently set up a Nautical Party for the Fourth of July, so I already had the backdrop, fish platter, nets and buoys out and ready to go! Setting up was a cinch since our friends over at Oriental Trading Company sent me some JAWSOME party supplies that were perfect for our little party. The blue and orange tablecloths from my son's Adios 8th Grade Party matched the chevron banners perfectly. I just threw a few nets over the linens and hung a plastic shark garland ... [Read More]
DIY Personalized Sailor Hats | Nautical Party Ideas
Are you planning a Nautical party this summer? How about easy personalized sailor hats for your guests? I made these in 2013 for my son's Nautical Mickey Mouse Party and I have received tons of emails since asking how I made them. So, today I'm finally sharing how easy and inexpensive these are to make for your next Nautical party! Let's get started! DIY Personalized Sailor Hats What you will need: Scissors Iron On Transfer Paper Home Printer White Sailor Hats (I purchased mine from Oriental Trading Company. But you may be able to find them at your local craft store.) Iron Printable File of your choice (Download the free Disney inspired font available HERE, please note this font is for personal use only) Instructions: Download ... [Read More]
Under the Sea Party Favor Box | Sizzix Inspiration
Are you planning an Under the Sea Party or maybe a Beach party this summer? If so, I have the perfect DIY party favor box for you. Head on over to the Sizzix blog to see my Sizzix Inspiration using the latest Beach themed dies and embossing folders! More Party Ideas Looking for more Under the Sea/Beach themed ideas? Check out the parties below for inspiration! Adios 8th Grade...Hello Summer! Under the Sea Party Follow my Pinterest Board for more fun ideas! Follow Michelle's Party Plan-It's board Pool Party Ideas on Pinterest. Happy Crafting! ... [Read More]
