seasonal party ideas

Vintage-Inspired New Year’s Eve Party

26 December 2011
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I’ve been inspired lately by vintage 1800-era illustrations, which were the fuel for this clock-themed vintage/steampunk New Year’s Eve inspiration board. It’s a great way to combine vintage with extra glitz – Happy 2012! 1.  The Invitation The invitation is inspired from a men’s pocketwach from a late 1880′s catalog.  You could use the same [...]

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Seasonal Party Ideas | Back to School Bash

25 August 2011
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It’s back to school time here in Nashville, and if it’s not time for you yet, it will be soon!  As watched my kids climb on the school bus this morning, I started thinking how much fun it would be to throw a Back to School Bash for the neighborhood kids.   1.  The Invitation [...]

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Seasonal Party Ideas | Kentucky Derby

29 April 2011
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AND THEY’RE OFF!  While the rest of the world focuses on today’s Royal Wedding, Simply Swanky is getting our readers ready for the Kentucky Derby.  This year’s derby is held on Saturday, May 7th, with the bell for the 137th post time of approximately 6:15 pm (EST).  Below, you’ll find easy inspiration for the entire [...]

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