Balloons For Grown Ups

Welcome to Tuesday everyone! Ever since the Big A's birthday I've been thinking of cool ways to use balloons - They are an easy and fun way to bring some birthday cheer to someone and there are so many things you can do with them.  Check out these top 3 ideas!

Source: Oh Happy Day, Sara's Party Perfect, Shanon Eileen

How We Threw The Best. Ever. Australia Day BBQ

Last Thursday we celebrated Australia Day and boy was it fun! This year The Big A and I invited everyone over to celebrate at our place and we had so much fun I had to stop and take a mental picture to remember just how good it was (PS Does anyone else do mental snapshots or is that just me being a dag?!?)  The rain stopped just as the BBQ started, the peach bellini's were free flowing and as evening fell we ended up on the street with more drinks and a marathon game of cricket.  Even passers by joined in on the fun.  For me, the success of this BBQ came by including lots of detail to give the day a special feel, we had a great combination of guests and we kept the party momentum up by introducing activities. What do  you do to make your parties a success? 

Mason Jars - What I Love and Where I Got A Great Deal

Lately I've been ooogling over mason jars. Why? We are hosting a little bbq for Australia Day and these are going to be the perfect alternative to normal glassware.  Served with a cute striped straw these little puppies are going to add a fun home spun feel to our bash.  I picked up a great deal here for a dozen of them and better yet the purchase helps support Aussie farmers. So, what do you reckon - Are you a fan of mason jars? 

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A Last Minute Idea To Make Your Home Festive and Entertaining Ready

If you are like me this holiday season probably means a few unexpected guests dropping by for drinks.  One of my favourite ideas to make my home festive and entertaining friendly is to get a string of fairy lights and pop them in a glass dome or vase.  It gives everything a festive feel and keeps the mood lighting cocktail friendly.  Do you have any other last minute ideas to make your home festive and guest ready?

Source: Living etc

5 Simple Tricks We'll Be Doing to Decorate Our Christmas Meal

Well my lovelies Christmas is nearly upon us, can you feel the excitement?  Every year my Aunty, mum and I love to plan the look and feel of the meal.  From table decorations to special touches to make the night memorable we've been planning up a storm.  Here's 5 simple tricks we'll be doing to decorate our Christmas.  What's your inspiration for Christmas day?

Source: Party Resources, Martha Stewart, Martha Stewart, Sunday Collector, Lovely Indeed

A Serving Idea for Your Next Party Thanks to Donna Hay

Oki Dokies my lovely readers.  The weekend is coming up and the weather in Sydney is looking fine.  Perhaps it's party time at your house?  Well I have a new idea for you to try.  After some serious oogling over the Donna Hay 10 Year Anniversary Magazine (she is a goddess if you don't know her already) what struck me in their dinner party feature was the clever use of glassware as serving ware.  Its unexpected but adds an oh-so-glam touch to your dinner party.  Let's explore.....

1. Glass Bowls as servers for a meringue dessert bar

2. White condiments are perfectly complimented by glass hues

3. Oversized glass bowls in clean lines make modern punch bowls

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