Hope everyone had a great weekend! I ventured into my craft room and came out alive! lol - definitely trying to get reorganized after the holiday whirlwind!

If you are struggling with a theme - go with a cupcake theme - who doesn't love cupcakes?!? You can play it towards a boy or girl just by switching up the color scheme. 

Cupcake theme lets you explore whatever color scheme you want! Super cute tabletop - I love the cupcake fabric! Source  (fabric)

Set up the party like a bakery! Chalkboard, kraft boxes and glass jars set the scene! Source



Find different types of food/desserts to make into cupcake shapes... these cupcake mints are adorable! Source and recipe

How clever are these?!? Marshmallows that are done up like cupcakes!!! Cute for any party. Source

(as requested) A luau is always a great "go-to" theme for summer parties!


I love this table because it shows how a few well placed, simple pieces of palm and netting really help say "luau" without over doing it! You don't have to put a tiki and a lei on everything! Source

Create these fun topiaries with paper parasols to add a fun details! Source and tutorial

You have to have coconuts! How about doing a signature drink served in half coconuts! Source and recipe  You could pour candle wax in and make them into candles too!

Another simple touch - have a basket full of flip flops for your guests! Another basket with towels for wet activities and another basket of light blankets for the late evening would not only look great, but serve your guests well! Source

You know I am going to find a way to incorporate cupcakes! lol These hibiscus flower topped cupcakes are beautiful! Definitely time consuming, but try doing just a handful among plain ones - same wow factor and WAY less time! Source and tutorial

First... let me share it's been a TERRIBLE day dealing with STUPID people... then I came home and found $80 in a pair of jeans I haven't worn forever, hello!?!? Way to turn the day around!! Decided to do a color theme post today - Multi-colors. These would be great ideas to incorporate into multiple different themes, or just as a color theme... enjoy! Check out Facebook for a fun treat to go with the theme!


Tissue paper pompoms are always a good bet! Source

If you don't have multiple glass pitchers like this.. just use plastic containers - you still get a fun look! Source


Who doesn't love gummy worms?!?! These would be perfect for a bold color theme.  Source


Another candy that would be perfect! Just watch out for the sugar rushes lol! Just think of candies that will match your theme and display proudly in clear containers to really make a great looking candy table! Source


These multi-colored placecard holders would work perfect as buffet card holders or a birthday sign holder, as well.  Source

These chocolate curl topped cupcakes are SUPER easy to make! Melt colored chocolate wafers and pour it on wax paper to create a thin layer.  When dry take a metal spatula and push it against it and the chocolate will curl up! or try a peeler (have to melt chocolate into a "block" first) Ta-da! Source and curling tutorial

You ever have a thousand things to make and can't seem to focus on getting on of them complete?!? That's my weekend so far lol... While I am staring at the mess that is my craft room, I'll post some inspiration for a Mickey and/or Minnie party!  Check out my Facebook post for a simple Oreo Mickey!

I LOVE this set up! So clever and all the primary colors look great! Source

This styrofoam Minnie centerpiece is too darling! You could change the bow (and boa!) and make it Micky or have both!  Source

Simple but fabulous buffet labels! If you don't have a Cricut, the shapes are simple enough to hand cut, so no excuses! ;o)  Source

YUM! Chocolate covered apples! It looks like they used marshmallows for the ears and jelly beans for the "buttons".  Super fun! Source

I love the bold blue of the icing - these Mickey & Minnie ear topped cupcakes would make all the kids smile! Source