parties + party ideas
Homemade Paper Lantern DIY
I saw a window of paper lanterns at an art store last year and I have been wanting to try my hand at them. Below, you’ll find tutorials for 4 different kinds of paper lanterns. They can be hung up for a party or strung across the backyard patio. I like the variety of all the shapes and sizes, it makes it look like a big festive party.
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Favorite Party Ideas This Week
1. Letters & Numbers make for an adorable 3rd birthday party theme (via 100 Layer Cakelet.)
2. Name tags just got a whole lot cuter. Thanks Julep!
3. We loved Designlovefest‘s adorable cocktail video.
4. Design Sponge‘s bike adventures in Brooklyn look awesome.
5. We want to be invited to Mighty Girl‘s next oyster party in the park.
Mini Kite Cake Toppers DIY: Kite Party
These Mini Kite Cake Toppers are perfect for the kite-themed kids party we’ve been showcasing this week. (See the other posts here and here.) I love them because they feel like they are flying! I’m a big believer in focusing on a few memorable details and then not worrying too much about the rest of the party. They’re easy to make and add a fun punch of color. See the full instructions and photos below.
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Painted Floral Tablecloth
After making this painted Polka Dot Tablecloth last week, I’ve been inspired to test the process with different patterns and colors. We made this tablecloth based on some vintage fabric I had in my fabric stash. We had Paul mix up a few colors and I’m so pleased with the way it turned out! The process took only a few hours because the pattern is so abstract and imperfect. I can’t wait to use it at my next party!
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Kite on a Stick DIY: Kite Party
Here is another element for a Kite Party. These paper versions are the perfect activity for kids to run around with before the actual kite flying begins. As a party activity the kids can paint and decorate their own. They are easy to make with a few simple supplies. Every kid who comes to the party can have their own. And, since they’re built with dowels, they’re easy for little kids to use too. (Click here for the kite invitations.)
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Oh Happy Day is a party and lifestyle blog based in San Francisco. We just moved back after spending a year in Paris, France. We love to throw parties and make things!
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