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  • Happy Pumpkin Day!

    Happy Pumpkin Day!

    I love autumn so much! It is definitely the best season ever for so many reasons.

    1. The weather is not blazing hot, and my outfits get ten times cuter because I am not dying from a heat stroke.
    2. Especially during October, it is the beginning of the holiday season. Hello… what is not to love about that?
    3. Halloween!! It is one of my favorite holidays, and I just can’t deny putting it in my list of reasons to love fall.
    4. Lastly, the flavors! Pumpkin. Everything. I couldn’t imagine anything better. That’s all.

    Speaking of pumpkin, the best way to kick off the autumn season in my very (not) unbiased opinion, is with a pumpkin day party!

    Though it may not be an actual holiday, you can still declare any day you want to be a holiday dedicated to pumpkin anything. The world is what you make it, so if you want to have a pumpkin day, then do it!

    A pumpkin day party is easy to do because the limits are well… limitless.

    Here are some ideas for a pumpkin day party:

    1. Pumpkin painting or decorating!

    This a great one for kiddos and adults alike. You can get lots of supplies to make some fantastic pumpkins. Bring out your inner artist.

    • Pumpkin flavored everything.

    Throw a party that only contains pumpkin flavored items! You could have pumpkin spiced lattes, pumpkin bread, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin cakes, and anything else your heart desires. I love pumpkin-flavored anything, so this is the party I would do for sure.

    • Pumpkin patch outing

    I remember as a kid loving the pumpkin patches, and I know I would love to go back to one. So, I propose to do a fun little pumpkin patch trip for a party idea. That way, everyone can get their own pumpkin and have a great time. Hey, might even get some cute Instagram pics!

    So, get your pumpkin day on and celebrate fall!

  • Football Season = Party Time

    Football Season = Party Time

    It is September, so that means that college football season is right around the corner! For all you football fans, this is the blog post for you. Today we are going to talk about how to throw a great football party! I am not the biggest football aficionado, but I know enough to get by. So, keep in mind when reading this I might fumble with some football jargon a bit.

    Did you see what I did there? Alright, alright, bad dad jokes aside, let’s throw a football party!

    Whether or not you have season tickets or like watching the games at home, you can make this party happen anywhere! All you need is some friendly competition, burgers, and good vibes.

    I think the most integral part of ANY college football party or tailgate is some cornhole! I grew up playing cornhole before almost every OU football game just because that was how we got in the mood to watch the heat go down during a football game.

    So, step one to a great football party: play cornhole!

    You can buy cornhole boards, from Amazon, Target, Walmart, and pretty much any other major retailer.

    The next thing you need is to get some football inspired plates, napkins, and other eatery! Party Place is your one-stop shop for all things football, and trust me, you don’t want to miss these products. Here is a direct link to all football supplies.

    My personal favorite is this football field cup.

    Next for food, keep it simple with some little burger sliders! I think any type of grab-and-go food is a good way to be. It is an easy clean up and usually good for snack-type situation like this!

    I also am team burger sliders because then you can use these cute little flags!

    Seriously, so cute. Add a couple of coolers filled with soda, beer, and water (hydration!), and let the good times roll!

  • Back to School Bash

    Back to School Bash

    people might be happy to return to school whereas others will be devastated to sit back in the classroom once again (even college students included!). Anyhow, no matter how you feel about school starting, it is the inevitable. I personally think it is a time for new beginnings! Some might disagree with me, but I have different feelings. I always liked to go buy a few new school supplies and decide the vibe for the year. When I was a kid I swear I was going through a different aesthetic to match my personality every year, but I bet everyone felt that way, haha!

    Anyhow, a back to school bash would have been such a fun way to kind of “solidify” the aesthetic of the year for me. So, I propose a fun little school supply gathering and decorating party for those starting elementary, middle, or high school! Honestly, you can switch it up a little in terms of supplies and go for something a little more college for those university aged students.

    So, my plan is this! Gather up some fun school supplies… pencils, pens, erasers, and other things as such, and make small goodie bags for the party attendees. However! This isn’t any ordinary school goodie bag. You can buy clear plastic pencil cases or the fabric ones that have the clear middle insert. Either way, you will want something you can decorate with stickers and such.

    Finally, you can either have people provide their own notebooks to decorate or you can go find some at the dollar store! As long as the cover is pretty plain (get whatever colors you like), you’ll be in perfect shape to do some fun decorating.

    Now for the fun part! Feel free to buy any sort of decorations for your bags and notebooks. You can buy what I suggest, or you can go for something different. The goal is to let every party attendee create a super unique set of school supplies that shows their spunk and style.

    Things like stickers, washi tape, markers, and even some double-sided tape and paper would be good. Let their imaginations run wild and go for it!

    This is a pretty simple party with just a tad of prep work really placed into the buying of materials.

    The decorations are simple. Just come on down to Party Place and get some great little supplies.

  • Going Away to College

    Going Away to College

    If you get that this blog title is also a Blink-182 song, I like you already. Am I dating myself with that reference? Anyways, today is the day we talk about something big: college. I am sure many parents and students are about to say goodbye and open up a new chapter. So, why not throw a college colors themed party for all those about to leave for college!

    Basically it is just a small little get together or the whole sha-bang if you want it to be with all the future college students wearing their school’s colors. For example, I got my BA degrees from the University of Oklahoma, so I am going to wear crimson and cream to the party. Whereas others would wear clothing items that represent their school whether that be University of Arkansas, UAFS, OSU, and anywhere else!

    Decorations would just need to be very classic college! Pennant flags, football décor, and other little academic things that fit your party’s vibe. I would go for big, collegiate lettering on the invitations, and stick to pennants, confetti, and maybe even some big college textbooks for authenticity (trust me, I have so many from my 4 years at OU).

    The party should also include lots of photo taking since these students are about to leave home! So, think about setting up a fun photo booth area with a fringe background. You can use any camera you’d like, but consider getting a Polaroid camera so that you can have instant and tangible photos for all the partygoers.

    This will be a great way to get people to cherish their time together and look forward to something new. Let’s make it a supportive environment that supports these kids in their futures! This party isn’t meant to be sad… but celebratory!

    Food is completely up to you, so go crazy! Party Place has plenty of pennant flag and football decorations to go through. Not to mention lots of school related items. See our website to check out everything we have in stock for shipping, or come to the store and look for even more!

  • That’s Egg-cellent: Egg Party

    That’s Egg-cellent: Egg Party

    June 3rd is National Egg Day, and I think that is pretty cool. I am unsure of your status on your appreciation of the egg, but I do think it is worth noting. I also think it is great for throwing a party. I know, it sounds weird and unusual, but to be honest, that is the point! No one else is probably throwing an egg party for National Egg Day, and that is something to be proud of for sure.

    You might be thinking to yourself, how do I throw an egg party?

    egg party

    It goes deeper than just having egg decorations and so forth. Think about all your favorite ways to cook and eat eggs. Got it? Good! Now, take all those ways and make a party menu out of it. Celebrate the versatility of the egg. Your guests will surely love the originality of the party.

    For the decorations, go with white and yellow! Balloons, napkins, and lots of other subtle decorations will make your egg party pop. Another aspect to think about would be playing into the breakfast vibes. If you want more than egg colors, go for reds and diner colors too!

    fried egg

    If you are working with an egg menu, you can either go for an egg bar with things like fried eggs, toast, scrambled eggs, and omelets. However, if you’re going for a more made-to-order moment, make some tiny menus with exclusively egg dishes on them. This can be a fun way to make the party interactive, fun, and casual. Cooking food at a party is always a great way to get the vibes going well.

    Now, I imagine everyone dressed up accordingly to their favorite egg dish. You can interpret this however you would like, but I think it would be a fun way to really play into the goofiness of this party.

    egg party meal

    So, have you got some ideas for an egg-tastic National Egg Day?

    Come to Party Place to get the most egg-cellent decorations.

  • Memorial Day Cookout

    Memorial Day Cookout

    I love Memorial Day cookouts because they allude to the start of summer. I don’t know about you, but summer has a very specific smell and feeling to it for me, and come Memorial Day on May 30th that feeling comes back! It was always the signal that I could relax from school, my extracurriculars, and could spend time with my family. I love it.

    Now that I am older, however—no seriously, I just graduated from college this is insane how old I am—I want to relish even more in these Memorial Day cookouts and summer feelings. I am realizing that this is my last summer without a full-time job (going to grad school), and that is wild. Therefore, I am making this the summer of me and good vibes. To start, I want to have a little Memorial Day cookout situation.

    chill party

    Party Place has tons of patriotic party supplies that would go great for Memorial Day cookouts, and you can even save them to reuse on Independence Day. Talk about multipurpose and sustainability.

    There is not much to a Memorial Day cookout other than a menu prepared on a grill, patriotic decorations, and good friends. That is peak summer vibes to me, and there is seriously nothing better!

    Here are some of my fav decorations available from Party Place:

    Red, White, Blue Cluster Lights

    American Flag Napkins

    It doesn’t take much to make a good Memorial Day party set up. Focus on the food, a few decorations, and the general setup.

    memorial day cookout

    My biggest tip for cookouts like this is to have plenty of seating, but make it casual. People don’t love to be separated by tables at events like these. Consider plenty of cushions, stand-alone chairs, and even a few pedestal-style tables. Keep it casual, and keep it cool.

    The same can be said for the food. Keep it easy and casual with things like burgers, hot dogs, grilled veggies, and so forth. People are there to relax and soak up the summer vibes. Just let it be, and get your summer going with a Memorial Day cookout.

    Also, don’t forget what Memorial Day is truly about, and pay your respects to those that have sacrificed their lives for this country.

  • Mother’s Day Brunch

    Mother’s Day Brunch

    Mother’s Day is always such a fun holiday to me. It is peak brunch vibes and little flowers everywhere, at least in my family it is! My mom loves to brunch, and she used to be a florist, so it really checks out!

    Even though I cannot be there for Mother’s Day this year because of my final exams (ever in my undergrad!!!!) we celebrated this past weekend. I will be there in spirit for all the mother figures in my life, and of course, specifically for my mom. She has always gone above and beyond for me, so why not give her the best brunch party ever!

    moms brunch

    I’m taking inspiration from this Mumsy Daisy Brunch party I found on Catchmyparty.com. It is the perfect amount of cutesy little flowers, pastels, and brunch foods that I am sure many moms would love.

    There is no reason to go above and beyond in terms of cost. I am sure any mom or motherly figure would appreciate the effort you have put into a brunch like this for this special day.

    It is all about appreciation and showing that appreciation for your motherly figures in your lives.

    Let’s go through a few of our fav elements from this brunch party.

    First and foremost, who doesn’t love a good charcuterie board? No one! Everybody loves these grazing and snacking trays at parties. They look so nice, and they are perfect for any occasion. This is a great way to prevent yourself from having to cook tons of food. Trust me, I have filled up on a charcuterie board too many times to count at parties.

    charcuterie board

    Cheese Wisely has some lovely charcuterie boards that are made to order, so definitely check them out on Instagram to place an order for any event.

    flower straw

    For this Mother’s Day brunch, I want to continue with the pastels and flowers. So look for little details, whether they be cups, straws, or napkins that can add a little fun. The small details count the most in my book. So, even if you decide to not do flowers, be sure to check out Party Place both online and in-store to get all the goods for your Mother’s Day Brunch.

    Cheers!

  • Level Up: A Gaming Party

    Level Up: A Gaming Party

    Nowadays, kids play video games way more than with other toys I think! It was popular when I was a kid, but with the never-ending developments in technology and gaming, video games just keep soaring in popularity. Their availability is endless too… on phones, Nintendo Switches, PS5, and so much more.

    mario party decoration
    Courtesy of Catchmyparty.com

    So, why not throw a gaming birthday party for the gamer in your life! I may not be up-to-date on what all games are popular with the kids these days, but we have some super cool retro-pixelated party supplies that are sure to impress.

    Personally, I am a Genshin Impact player, but I know things like Minecraft and Fortnite are popular with those kids these days (maybe, perhaps I am wrong). However, I am also a huge Mario fan. Grew up on the franchise, and will forever love and appreciate it.

    Anyway… here is a slew of supplies for you to choose from for your party.

    1. Gaming Party Beverage Napkin
    2. Gaming Party Luncheon Plate
    3. Gaming Party Jointed Banner
    gaming party plate

    You can use our decorations to get a general gaming vibe, and then use more specific decorations (like with the Super Party banner) to reference specific games.

    We will go with Super Mario since that is what I know the best, but feel free to choose anything you like. Our plates, napkins, and banners can go with virtually any game!

    Make foods and party favors that reference video game characters or elements in the game, to really be with the cool kids hehe.

    I love this Super Mario Bro. desserts that reference specific game elements! So easy and cute!

    Mario party food
    Courtesy of CatchMyParty.com

    I think it would also be cool to include a gaming tournament or just a dedicated area for the little gamer and their friends to actually play games!

    I remember having Smash Bros tournaments in high school, so this makes me totally nostalgic.

    Maybe my next birthday party will be a retro gaming party to relive those days as a youngin’.

  • Hop to It!

    Hop to It!

    Easter is a fun holiday! I can’t resist the cute little bunnies and all the pretty pastels. Ugh! A Spring dreamland! Bunnies are definitely a top five animal for me, so you can see where this is going. Totally for the bunny supremacy, duh!

    Luckily for all the bunny lovers out there (and Easter advocates) at Party Place, there are TONS of options for your Easter parties, shindigs, and what have you. So, today we are doing less of a party theme, and more so of a round up of all the favorite Easter party decorations we have this year.

    Of course, I had to start with something bunny related. I love these cutie little headbands for so many reasons. These are great party table fillers as well as photo booth accessories. These are versatile and cute and do not take up that much space. Even better, they are less than $10 for a pack of 8.

    bunny headbands

    Keeping with the bunny theme (of course)… we have the most adorable Easter basket ever! It is a plush bunny with a polka dot interior. Screaming and crying over the cuteness. I would love to see my 2 year old nephew carry this as he galivants around picking up all the eggs he can find. If you’re doing an egg hunt, why not do it in style!

    I love pastels, I love pink. Bam. Perfect combination here. These plates are perfect for all the Easter goodies that will be coming your way. If you gave something up for Lent like chocolate, then now is the time. Celebrate your love of chocolate on a fancy plate like this one.

    Well, those are my top three favorite items from our Easter selection this year. However, if you weren’t digging these, we have plenty of options for all parties and all styles. Take a glance, and you’ll find something you like!

  • Luck of the Irish: A Kid-Friendly St. Patrick’s Day Party

    Luck of the Irish: A Kid-Friendly St. Patrick’s Day Party

    Anyone else remember that Disney Channel movie Luck of the Irish? Maybe I am just getting old, but I think that to be the best era of DCOMs. Anyways, I loved that movie, but that is not what we are here to talk about.

    I have a nephew that is 2 years old, so this is a party that I would want to throw with/for him. Even if it was just me and him… total party time. So, don’t think you need a bunch of people to throw this party. Just adapt it to your needs. I know me and my bestie (my nephew) will have a grand ol time just with us.

    That being said, I did want to share a few of my favorite elements of this party I plan on doing.

    Balloon Rainbow Arch

    I love a good balloon arch, and so does my nephew. This kid loves balloons. Don’t ask me why, but he does. So, it is a definite yes for me to make an arch for this party! It is super cute to use these rainbow balloons with one shamrock and a golden fringe! I love the simplicity, but full effect these all add together!

    rainbow balloon arch

    Check our balloon selection here.

    Rainbow Waffles

    Next, I am obsessed with the rainbow waffles. If you couldn’t tell, we are going for the rainbow theme for St. Patrick’s Day. All rainbows and sunshine over here!

    rainbow waffles

    Make this simple rainbow waffle cake with a tiny waffle iron ($15 at Target and Walmart), food coloring, and some yummy icing! That sounds delicious, and just like something any kid would be loving!

    Rainbow Everything!

    Get rainbow plates, gold chocolates, and everything else that makes you think of the lucky attributes of this holiday. The rainbows are a great kid-friendly addition that gets them engaged while still following the theme.

    rainbow party supplies

    I can’t wait to celebrate with my nephew and do all this fun stuff! It doesn’t have to include a lot of people for it to be a party. Just have fun, and may the luck of the Irish be with you! Cheers!

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