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A pre-Prom party is such a sweet, poignant and romantic gathering to host for your teenager, that Miss Party encourages you not to let someone else have all the fun. It’s a nice chance to socialize with parents you never see anymore, ooh and aah over all the pretties, snap tons of pictures and then […]
Madly in love with the hit tv show, ‘MAD MEN’? Or maybe you’re just as fascinated with the fab mid-century time period as Miss Party? Well, if you’re feeling the pull to plan a swanky cocktail party yourself, Miss Party can help you get from here to there with style. If you’re just starting this […]
Miss Party recently held a swanky, 1962-themed, holiday cocktail party first inspired by the hit tv show, “Mad Men“. Below you’ll find Miss Party’s ‘JINGLE MINGLE’ party menu and lots of inspiration to get you started on your own retro-themed menu. You may already have one or two family recipes just waiting for such a […]
So, here are a few pics from Miss Party’s ‘MAD MEN’-inspired ‘JINGLE MINGLE’ holiday party taken throughout the evening. The party was themed to circa 1962, as you may have been following in previous ‘Behind the Scenes’ posts. It was one of those perfect parties that played out without a hitch. As you’ll see below, […]
Miss Party’s annual holiday party was SO FUN to prep this year! As you may have already read from previous ‘Behind the Scenes’ posts, the theme for 2012 was “JINGLE MINGLE”, circa 1962 (exactly 50 years ago). As soon as the theme was decided, Miss Party went to town purchasing or digging up vintage invitations, […]
Miss Party whipped up a batch of these seriously swanky, but easy to make, Martini candleholders for her ‘Jingle Mingle’ Christmas cocktail party –a retro, early 60s themed party. They were simply divine when lit and the perfect nod to the iconic cocktail. James Bond would surely have approved! Each candleholder is made up of: […]
Due to several requests from Miss Party’s guests, she’s throwing up the list of wine and cheese selections from the ‘Jingle Mingle’ party, 2012. A swanky good time was had by all! Wines: Mer Soleil Silver, Chardonnay Hess Shirtail Vineyards, Chardonnay Ghost Pines, Red Blend Meomi, Pinot Noir Ponzi, Pinot Gris Long Boat, Sauvignon Blanc […]
Plans are coming along for Miss Party’s swanky, little cocktail party. This year’s party theme, JINGLE MINGLE, circa 1962, calls for Miss Party’s restraint in over-decorating –chic rather than kitsch. This is an extremely difficult task because she firmly believes the holiday season is no time to begin practicing restraint. If it is what is […]
Miss Party is crazy-in-love with the final results of the untraditional party invitations she created for her ‘JINGLE MINGLE’ holiday party! They’re a little bit artsy, a little bit vintage, a little bit holiday and a whole lot of cool. She incorporated authentic, vintage, unused party invitations into otherwise modern invitations. They hit a sweet […]
Miss Party is so excited! She can finally tell you about a few of the secretive goings-on in her little workshop! Mum’s been the word around here on the fab-o party theme until the invitations were on their way and in the hands of those dear, little postal workers with elfish features. Here are a […]
The flavors of pineapple and coconut together are synonymous with the Hawaiian and Caribbean Islands. You taste them in all sorts of food and drink, morning, noon and night. They just work perfectly together! Here is a fantastic summer fruit quick bread recipe that is easy to put together and delicious as an addition to […]
“Fun in the sun!”; “Summer’s here!”; “New England Clambake”; “Go fresh!” summer fruit and vegetables theme; “Go local!” farm and garden fresh organic produce theme; swimming theme; ‘Dancin’ in the Moonlight!” tropical night theme; “The Owl and the Pussycat” romantic-tropical island theme based on the poem; tropical paradise theme; retro Hawaiian luau theme; beach themes; […]
This tutorial reviews steps to glitter dust your previously decorated clothespin clips. Gather supplies: -previously decorated clothespin clips (see “DIY Decorated Clip Tutorial”) -glitter dust for top coat over scrapbook paper (Miss Party also really loves Martha Stewart’s Crystal Coarse Glitter, it gives a slightly different effect) -waterbase, polyurethane varnish, matte or gloss -1″ foam […]
Miss Party is a big fan of the party power of a bunting. They are so adaptable and classic! Is there a theme, style or color scheme they can’t handle? A paper bunting will work hard for you whether you’re doing a vintage or retro decor themed party, a contemporary decor theme, or a whimsical […]
HAPPY 100TH ANNIVERSARY, GIRL SCOUTS OF USA!!!!! You’re looking younger than ever! The amazing portable dessert, S’Mores, was created by early Girl Scouts and became their traditional campfire treat. If you’ve somehow lived this long without experiencing the fleeting thrill of making your own S’more, you must add this to your bucket list of things […]
This “Mocktail Party” pre-prom party is an elegant, grown-up cocktail party sans the alcohol! The purpose of this party is tri-fold: it extends the main event to get a bit more fun out of all that time and money spent on looking so good; it’s just plain fun for the kids and parents to ooh […]
