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Fabulous Harry Potter Halloween Costume you just have to See!

September 2nd, 2010
Harry Potter Costume for Halloween Party

Harry Potter Costume for Halloween Party

This was so great, we had to share this post from CostumePop from Debi Olsen, Fort Collins, Colorado:

“Over the years my son has received numerous comments on his resemblance to Harry Potter. Unfortunately, he has never wanted to be him for Halloween because it wasn’t scary or cool enough. Well, this year we came up with a way to solve those problems!

We started with a rolling backpack, extended the handle and attached a hanger to the top. The neck was made from a plastic food container that was painted and attached to the hanger. We hung a shirt on the hanger and stuffed it to make a body, added the sweater vest, tie and robe to complete it. The jar is from Sam’s and was originally filled with cheese balls. The hands were from Halloween decorations. After adding the glasses and wand, Harry was now complete!

(Well, not exactly complete since he is missing his head!) He simply strapped on the backpack, put his head in the jar, closed the robe under his neck, and off he went. His costume was a hit everywhere he went although it scared quite a few little kiddos!

Note:  Of course, if you don’t look like Harry Potter, you’re going to have to add a mask to pull off this costume!”

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ETIQUETTE CHALLENGE #5: Lipstick on your Party Glass?

September 2nd, 2010

Lipstick on GlassYou have this great new passionate pink lipstick that is just perfect with your outfit, but while at a cocktail party, every sip you take is leaving a pink lip print on your wine glass.

Do you keep wiping off the rim of your glass?

Does a glass with a rim of lipstick prints bother you when it’s yours? When it’s some one else’s?

If it transfers that easily to your glass, what do you do if you kiss someone?  Kiss and wipe, don’t kiss, make an excuse before you leave your mark?

Will you wear the lipstick again?

Chime in, tell us what you think!

You can print Cheap Invitations, but why would you want to?

August 31st, 2010
Star Studded Silver and Black Party Invitation

Star Studded Silver and Black Party Invitation

A custom printed invitation sets the tone for your party, builds excitement for your event, and if people actually showing up for the party is important to you, don’t settle for less than a great party invitation.

Yes, you can print your own invitations on plain paper or letter sheets and mail them or hand them out, but if you want people to get excited about your party and thrilled to attend, consider mailing them a custom printed invitation

There are a lot of ways to save money when you’re having a party, but invited guests not coming to the party is not the way to cut corners.  We’ve got a great selection at budget-friendly prices on invitations you and your guests will adore.

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Pink Mane Pony & Princess Birthday Invitation

August 31st, 2010

A white horse with a pink mane trots through a daisy filled meadow with a pretty princess. The Pink Mane Pony & Princess Birthday Invitation is perfect for a girl’s princess birthday party invitation.

Pink Mane Horse and Princess Birthday Invitation

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Autumn Season Invitation from Announcingit

August 30th, 2010

Autumn Season Invitation features the colors of the season in red, brown, gold and orange leaves falling over the word “Autumn”. This beautiful invitation is a wonderful way to celebrate the changing of the season. 

Autumn Season Invitation

Autumn Season Invitation

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Dinner Party Invitations set the Tone from Announcingit

August 30th, 2010

How do you get guests to come to your dinner party? First, send a great printed invitation. Custom printed invitations let guests know that you really are having a party and you are serious about having them attend.  An off-hand remark when you saw them at the grocery store or a casual email invite just doesn’t have the same impact as an invitation received in the mail.

Use your dinner party invitation to the tone for the party. It lets guests know if they are attending a casual barbeque outdoors, a themed party or a formal sit down affair.  Here are just a few of our favorite new invites.

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Placesetting and Floral Blooms Dinner Party Invitation

Placesetting and Floral Blooms Dinner Party Invitation

Placesetting on Twisted Vines Dinner Party Invitation

Placesetting on Twisted Vines Dinner Party Invitation

Legs Formal Party Invitation

Legs Formal Party Invitation

 

10 Easy Steps to Take the Perfect Baby Picture

August 26th, 2010

How to Photograph your Baby: Sleeping BabyHow do you get a great photograph of your baby for your holiday photo card, birth announcement or for a timeless keepsake? They don’t sit up, it’s not easy to pose them and they have short attention spans.

Here are 10 easy tips to help get the perfect picture:

1.  Make sure your baby is happy, well-fed and well-rested, or plan to shoot them while their napping.

2.  Plan to take photos for a least 30 minutes.

3.  Have some one help you entertain your baby while you concentrate on taking the photos.

4.  Use a simple, plain background and lay or sit baby on a white sheet, a white duvet cover or a plain blanket. Make sure there is no clutter in the background to detract from your baby.

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ETIQUETTE CHALLENGE #4: When is it rude to “text?”

August 25th, 2010

You’ve seen them, or maybe you’ll confess to being one – a person addicted to texting.

Is it rude to text while you are having a “face-to-face” conversation with someone else?

Is it rude to text while you’re checking out at a store?

Is it okay to text while driving?

Is it okay to text during a business meeting?

Do you or your kids text at the dinner table?

Where or when isn’t it okay to text?

Chime in, tell us what you think about texting and when it is just not appropriate.

Join the fun and give your opinion or send us your great etiquette question or challenge.

When is it rude to text?

Italian Theme Invitations from Announcingit

August 24th, 2010

Even finicky eaters can find something on an Italian restaurant menu to enjoy. Italian theme invitations are popular for birthday invitations, rehearsal dinner invitations, even pizza party invitations.  Here are three of our favorites:

Gondola Italian Invitation

Gondola Italian Invitation

Leaves and Grapes Italian Invitation

Leaves and Grapes Italian Invitation

Pizza Pie Chef Italian Invitation

Pizza Pie Chef Italian Invitation

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Guide to Planning a Bridal Shower

August 24th, 2010
Wedding Couple Bridal Shower Invitation

Wedding Couple Bridal Shower Invitation

A bridal shower is one of those parties you can throw that will be fun and yet practical at the same time. While the purpose of the bridal shower is to give the bride things that can be used in her marriage, another fun reason is that it allows some hours away from the planning and stress of the wedding itself, for the bride and family to just play games and have some good clean fun.

The bridal shower is the perfect occasion to share funny family stories and for friends and relatives to gather to give the bride advice and support for her marriage. It is also another occasion which the bride gets to be the princess of the day, without having to deal with all of the stress of the wedding itself. It is a much more casual and comfortable event than the actual wedding or reception generally are.

In planning a bridal shower, it is generally the responsibility of the maid-of-honor and the bridesmaids. While it used to be considered poor etiquette for anyone else to host the bridal shower, today it is perfectly acceptable. However, it is vital in your planning that you take into account the bride’s wishes and don’t make any plans or games which could make her feel uncomfortable or angry. You should consult with the bride and ask what she would like for her shower. Generally, it is best not to have a surprise bridal shower unless it is far before the wedding and you think the bride would really appreciate one.

The bridal shower should be held between two to eight weeks prior to the wedding date. Only invited guests of the wedding itself should be invited to the bridal shower. The time of your bridal shower is up to you and the bride; however the standard tradition is generally in the early afternoon. Today some people hold their bridal showers at a spa or even on the beach for a BBQ and party; it just depends on the wishes of the bride and groom. Read the rest of this entry »

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