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2017 Wedding Trends

The New Year is right around the corner! Worried that your special day will fall into the pattern of the typical wedding – fear no more! We have everything you need to be one step ahead of other brides!   Color of the Year The 2017 Wedding color of the year is in: Kale! Not only is the vegetable naturally radiating your hair and skin – it’s now entering the realm of fashion. The lush and natural green shade is setting the tone for more earthy and muted weddings. Looking for a complimentary color? Consider primrose yellow for spring and lapis blue for fall.          “Weeding” What you are about to read is not a joke- Marijuana is making a grand entrance to weddings in 2017. Whether it be a weed centerpiece at the reception, some moist “special” brownies as favors for guests or the setting of couple’s engagement photos, we can expect the festive tonic to be appearing more often over years to come. Legal recreational states such as Colorado, Alaska, Oregon and Washington are slowly starting to look at marijuana like alcohol- a wedding must have. Move over Florida! Destination weddings with a twist could bring you to one of these weed-legal states for BYOC (bring your own cannabis) nuptials! No longer is weed being looked down upon, it has taken on a whole new face as being classy, modern and sophisticated. So, will you be saying “I Do” with a cannabis bouquet in hand?   Pocket Bout The pocket boutonniere is making a comeback! A common complaint when it comes to boutonnieres is that guys don’t want to wear flowers so close to their face – or that they cringe [...]

By |2019-06-12T22:29:51-04:00October 11th, 2016|Trending, Weddings|Comments Off on 2017 Wedding Trends
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Stephanie and Matthews Wedding!

Band | Phase 5 Band Bridesmaid Dresses | Lily Pulitzer  Cake | Pastries by Design  Ceremony and Reception Venue | Longboat Key Club  Event Planner | Swanky Soiree   Florist | Flowers by Fudgie Officiant | John Pieper Hair and Make-up Artist | Destiny and Light  Photobooth | The Fancy Booth Photographer | Limelight Photography  Transportation | Siesta Trolley Wedding Gown | Sophia Tolli  Reception Favors | Cigar Creations  Stephanie and Matthew have a love story for the books! The two have known each other more than 15 years! (over half of their lives!!) They met at the bus stop in 6th grade and attended the same middle and high schools. When it came time to go to college theirs paths separated, only to be brought back together for a bond that would undoubtedly last a lifetime. The duo added a precious baby to their growing family on March, 29, 2016, her name is Harriett- and watch out, because she is sure to steal your heart! After 5 years of dating, Matthew got down on one knee at one of their favorite vacation sites- Long Boat Key! So, it only made sense to bring their closest friends and family back to Florida to say I DO! Harbourside at Long Boat Key Club provided the ideal setting for this happy couple- a large ballroom to accommodate for all their guests, and an outside seating area where guests could enjoy freshly rolled cigars. The Lily Pulitzer inspired wedding had a relaxed beach vibe full of bright colors and lots of love! This was definitely a fun and detailed wedding for Swanky Soiree to be a part of- we provided custom invitations and stationary, a beautifully draped backdrop for the sweetheart table, and uplights to set the [...]

By |2019-06-12T22:29:51-04:00October 3rd, 2016|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Stephanie and Matthews Wedding!
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Jenna & Brady’s Wedding at The South Florida Museum

Ceremony Location: St Josephs Catholica Church, Bradenton Reception Location:South Florida Musuem  Florist: Beneva Flowers Caterer: Delectables Wedding Planning: Swanky Soiree Events DJ: Delite Entertainment Rentals: Swanky Soiree Events Photographer: Alisa Sue  Lighting: Swanky Soiree Events Hair and makeup: Ana Molinari Pie : Sugar Cubed S3 Jenna & Brady's wedding was so much fun.  We loved planning this wedding with them. Not only were they planning their dream wedding but also completing med school and moving for their residency. They incorporated so many local Florida details. From the tangerine favors/seating assignments, custom  illustrated invitations, local brews, pig display and local bakery selections. The couple loved pie so instead of doing a traditional cake they chose a variety of delicious pies. The palette was elegant and filled with fun Florida color. We adored the bouquets and table arrangements. Thank you for having us plan your amazing day!! Best Wishes

By |2019-06-12T22:29:52-04:00September 22nd, 2016|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Jenna & Brady’s Wedding at The South Florida Museum
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Food Truck Fun!

  A popular trend in wedding cuisine in 2016 is the introduction of food trucks into your wedding reception! Food trucks are also a great way to keep planning a little less stressful. No need for entree counts and place card designations when hosting food trucks. A fun and interesting way to keep guests both happily fed and entertained, many couples are hosting a full out food truck food feast! Tiny trucks, big fun Consider something a little whimsical during cocktail hour. A small bites food truck is a great way to kick off the party! Having a shiny push cart filled with mini hot dogs and burgers is a fun way to welcome guests to the evening. Complete the look with a custom sign on the cart, and server dressed in garb! Another fun way to kick off the night cart style, an espresso cart. Get some caffeine in your guests so they can party all night! Variety Rocks! From tacos to lobster rolls. Pulled pork sandwiches to pizza, the options for what you want to pull up to feed your guests are endless! When choosing food trucks, it's important to consider all your guests. Make sure there is enough variety to satisfy all by offering salads and healthy options. A great plus to food trucks is the ability to do this! Hosting a vegetarian truck would not only please your vegetarians, but also those who just like veggies and healthy options. Have fun when choosing what options to offer your guests, but be sure to be mindful, over indulging in many food truck options can be difficult on the budget.   Dessert Trucks Too?? Of Course! Couples are having a lot of fun [...]

By |2019-06-12T22:29:53-04:00July 31st, 2016|Trending, Weddings|Comments Off on Food Truck Fun!
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How to stay stress free while planning a wedding.

"There are no problems, only stories." How to stay stress free while planning a wedding! 1.) Book as many services as you can with a single vendor. For example, if your wedding planner or florist offers lighting, rentals and invitations, you can potentially score a big discount for packaging them together, rather than hiring different vendors to get each job done. You also have more room to negotiate 2.) Consider having a trial for your wedding décor, just like you would for your hair and makeup. This way you can get a good visual, allowing you to see how different textures and colors you’ve chosen do (or don’t) fit together. No one wants to spend a small fortune on centerpieces only to walk into their reception room and be disappointed with the way they were put together. 3.) Save yourself from those frantic wedding-morning phone calls — while you’re trying to get your massage or hairstyle done in peace; it helps providing a detailed printout of whom vendors should call in case of an emergency or last-minute question. 4.) Prioritize. Decide which elements are the most important to you, and start with those. If on the top of your list is having the perfect wedding dress and the cake falls low on the list, start looking for wedding dresses before visiting bakeries. If time is cutting close, as often happens, at least you’ll be happy with the aspects of your wedding that you care most about. 5.) Assign jobs in the beginning. When you have your wedding party chosen and you know the jobs you need done, it’s a great idea to assign jobs to everyone in the beginning so that later on no one is confused [...]

By |2019-06-12T22:29:53-04:00May 12th, 2016|Uncategorized|Comments Off on How to stay stress free while planning a wedding.
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Breathing and planning!

Hello everyone! We are officially in spring and I am extremely excited to say we have tons of amazing work ahead of us. With this busy season I thought it would be appropriate to blog on “easy planning”. We all know how hectic it can get trying to plan for your magical day and also keep up with your day to day schedule. No worries!! Here are some steps on how to get the wedding you really want; without the stress and pressure that usually comes with.   1. Don't rush! Find your planner. So that “embracing the moment” is easier done than said. Trust us when we say having a planner by your side allows you to take the time and bask in the “just engaged glow. We are there to pretty much hold your sanity in our hands as you hit these next few steps. Big or small wedding? Date, time and where. Outdoor or indoor? Budgeting Theme Finding your bridal style and overall look can be time consuming, trying to get everything together to get an idea of the final masterpiece gets stressful. Tackling those steps head-on can make the overachieving decisions less of a headache. 2.Communication and Organization! Once you’ve figured out the basics it’s good to have a sit-down with all parties involved. Discuss everything from budget to responsibilities, no questions unanswered. Making a checklist for all of your vendors is always an easy way to not accidentally leave anything out and to focus on the things that really matter to you and save $ on the things that don’t. *Don’t panic! I promise the fun stuff is coming! Quick tips- #Make a list of items that our important to you, rank them, and [...]

By |2019-06-12T22:29:54-04:00March 7th, 2016|Weddings|Comments Off on Breathing and planning!
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Kelsie & Austin’s Siesta Key Wedding

Ceremony Location: Sunset Beach Resort Siesta Key Reception Location:Sunset Beach Resort Siesta Key Donuts : La Dona Donuts Caterer: Sarasota Catering Company Food Truck: Baja Boys  Florist: Tiger Lilly Wedding Planning: Swanky Soiree Events DJ: Delite Entertainment Photographer: Alisa Sue Photography Rentals:  Swanky Soiree Events Stationary: Swanky Soiree Events I just loved Kelsie & Austin's wedding! Not only was I a wedding guest but we also helped her plan for the Big Day. She pretty much nailed down all of her vendors within a couple of months ans knew exactly what she wanted. The vibe was a elegant laid back wedding at a private residence on Siesta Key. This venue had SO much to offer. It slept a lot of the bride and grooms family, had a pool, a awesome yard and a private beach with a bon fire. You really can't get much better. Kelsie and Austin did appetizers and a food truck style reception with no formal dinner time. I really like that concept of a less formal dinner and a more casual hang out and socialize style. Delite did a great job of keeping the party going and everyone danced all night. We even extended the reception another hour. This is one of the  perks of a private residence verses a venue where you have to be out at a certain time.  Her colors where champagnes, gold with pops of burgundy, purples and fuchsia in the bouquets and table arrangements. The day was just absolutely perfect, best weather, best friends and family and a amazing couple. Congrats to you both!! We love you!

By |2019-06-12T22:29:54-04:00February 9th, 2016|Rentals, Sarasota, Venues, Weddings|Comments Off on Kelsie & Austin’s Siesta Key Wedding
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2016 spring wedding color trends

These colors are gorgeous and perfect to combine for the perfect wedding day. They vary from bold and beautiful to soft and romantic!! They scream spring time is here.   Here are some fantastic color pallet examples showing you what colors look great with each other.  

By |2019-06-12T22:29:55-04:00January 15th, 2016|Color, Trending|Comments Off on 2016 spring wedding color trends
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Talk wedding to me!! 2016 wedding trends.

1.(BALLOONS)Dip balloons in gold glitter for a glamorous, fun effect. If you’re having a sit-down dinner, tie one to the back of each chair.Otherwise, fill them with helium and let them fill the ceiling of your venue. 2.(FLOWER TOSS)This one is a bit different. Every girl gets a key tries to see if she holds the key. Nice alternative to the traditional bouquet toss. 3.(hourglass) Unity sand ceremony being done with an hourglass. fun twist for the bride and groom to join their two life's and two families into a single bond of love. 4.(floating flours) Inexpensive, eye catching and creative. This is such a fun centerpiece for each guest table. 5.(globe lights) Instead of stringing them across, let them fall. Makes for a perfect back drop. 6.(lace runner)  throw a lace runner over your table linens and create a much more elegant look on each table for the reception. 7.(Polaroid seating) have each guest find their card with their name and seat on it and have them replace it with a Polaroid of them. when finished it creates a huge string of pictures of all of your guests. 8.(card box) have all your guest that have cards place them in a mailbox that the two of you decorated. 9.(lanterns) table lanterns are such an easy accessory to have on any table. place small or big lanterns around reception and or cocktail tables. 10.(chandelier) hang the chandelier over ceremony and or reception area. creates such a beautiful look. Always a great addition.

By |2019-06-12T22:29:55-04:00December 21st, 2015|Trending, Weddings|Comments Off on Talk wedding to me!! 2016 wedding trends.
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Dana & Seth’s Powel Crosley Mansion Wedding

Reception Location: Powel Crosley Mansion Sarasota, FL Sweets : Sub Zero Ice cream Caterer: Sixteen Seventeen  Florist: The Perfect Settings Wedding Planning & Coordination: Swanky Soiree Events Music: Pete Simms Guitarist Photographer: Johnna Brynn Photography Rentals:  US Tent Rentals Hair & Make Up: Kelsey Gamso, Fresh Salon Dana and Seth's wedding at the Powel Crosley was so beautiful and romantic. Between the gorgeous venue and beautiful couple, it was just PERFECT.  A wonderful day filled with lots of love and laughter. The colors were blush, neutrals and pops of mercury centerpieces. Dana added custom touches to the tables by giving them each different names that meant something to the couple. This was such a great way to personalize their wedding. The evil R word (rain) showed its face late in the evening but the party kept going. They even got some great dancing in the rain shots.

By |2019-06-12T22:29:58-04:00July 26th, 2015|Venues, Weddings|Comments Off on Dana & Seth’s Powel Crosley Mansion Wedding
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Looking for a Limo or Party Bus in the Tampa Bay Area?

Check out Party Buses Tampa. For premium quality transportation around Tampa, you won't find a better luxury vehicle provider than Party Buses Tampa. With a vast and incredible fleet, no matter what you decide to do around Tampa, we will have the perfect party bus to accommodate you. They will cover any sort of event you could plan, and have covered events both traditional, and highly unique. Some of the events in which we focus on are sporting events, bachelor / bachelorette parties, marriage ceremonies, pub crawls, and wine samplings, but any event can get better with the introduction of a party bus from Party Buses Tampa. So next time you are looking for a fun ride for that special event check them out! "http://www.partybusestampa.net/"

By |2015-03-03T20:59:47-05:00March 3rd, 2015|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Looking for a Limo or Party Bus in the Tampa Bay Area?
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The Biggest Wedding Trends for 2015

We always tell our clients to make their events there own. Meaning it should speak to who you are either individually or as a couple. The result of this will make your event fun, personal and unique. You want to wow your guests and have them talking about  how swanky your wedding or event was. With 2015 weddings I think this is really becoming more of a trend and people are taking the time to personalize there day. With that said here are some of the trends you will see in 2015. Photo Credit: Tracey Sanders The Looks for 2015 weddings and events British Invasion You can give credit to Princess Kate and Downtown Abbey for these swanky details that embrace afternoon tea and garden parties. You will see uncovered wood tables finished with a elegant vintage lace cloth or runner. Beautiful lush garlands used as runners and loosely styled floral centerpieces. And yes we are bringing back the cozy brunch with homemade pastries. Another great thing about this style of event is that you can save a ton of money. Breakfast and lunch parties or receptions are much cheaper then dinner. So if you are on a budget, consider this. Modern Luxe This is a more sophisticated version of romance. The color palates are clean with bold pops. Shades of white or ivory with bursts of poppy red. Neutral colors with bright pops. This look would incorporate square chairs with clear ghost chairs, geometric place settings, monogrammed napkins and sculptured floral arrangements. Eclectic Elegance This one is our favorite. It falls between the grand wedding and romance. When I think of romance, I think a small intimate affair but this year we are bringing [...]

By |2019-06-12T22:30:00-04:00January 29th, 2015|Trending, Weddings|Comments Off on The Biggest Wedding Trends for 2015
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2015 Pantone Color of the Year is Marsala

Marsala has been named Pantones Color of the year. I love this color for a fall/winter wedding. Its so romantic and rich. "Much like the fortified wine that gives Marsala its name, this tasteful hue embodies the satisfying richness of a fulfilling meal," Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute said. "This hearty-yet-stylish tone is universally appealing and translates easily to fashion, beauty, industrial design, home furnishings and interiors." Heres a little style board we put together for design  direction. Its romantic, vintage and sophisticated.

By |2015-01-18T21:41:38-05:00January 18th, 2015|Color, Holiday Party, Party Decor, Table Decor, Weddings|Comments Off on 2015 Pantone Color of the Year is Marsala
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Shabby Chic Fall Family Photo shoot

Swanky Soiree had the pleasure of working with the wonderful Alisa Sue Photography today for her Fall Mini's.  The shabby chic set up turned out so beautiful. We love doing set design for photographers like Alisa. She is always a pleasure to work with and has a great sense of style, trends and what her clients are looking for. Alisa gave us a idea of what she wanted and I knew exactly where she was going. We created a vision board of our ideas for  her clients, then raided some local salvage yards and our Swanky Soiree prop room. So what is shabby chic and how do you create the look. Shabby chic (pronounced: "sheek") is a form of interior design where furniture and furnishings are either chosen for their appearance of age and signs of wear and tear or where new items are distressed to achieve the appearance of an antique. At the same time, a soft, opulent, yet cottage-style decor, often with an affected feel is emphasized to differentiate it from genuine period decor. Doors- these were plain brown doors that I painted with numerous layers of  different color paint. Then sanded with steel wool. Lace Shutters- These where vintage windows from a old building. We blew out the glass and replaced with a  soft lace. It is a great contrast to the hard dark doors. Chandelier-Choose a Rococo style light fixture. Their style was ornate and used light colours, asymmetrical designs, curves, and gold. I really wanted to lighten it so I used a white light. It popped off of the door perfectly.  Chaise Lounge- We used this cottage style chaise lounge. In addition to a Rococo style you can use Cottage chic Beach cottage chic French country Gustavian (Swedish) Side Table- this is a [...]

By |2019-06-12T22:30:00-04:00November 23rd, 2014|christmas, Set Design|Comments Off on Shabby Chic Fall Family Photo shoot
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GLAMOROUS OCEANFRONT BLUSH AND GOLD WEDDING

We are so excited to announce that this oceanfront blush and gold wedding is featured today in The Every Last Detail Blog. Swanky Soiree was the Day of Coordinator for Ashley & Ryan's Wedding at the Beautiful Gasparilla Inn in Boca Grande Florida. We had so much fun working with this couple through the planning process to the day of. What (or who) helped you most in your planning process and/or on your wedding day? I did not have a wedding planner so I did most of it myself. Pinterest and Etsy were huge in helping me plan my wedding. My older sister and now sister-in-law were also a huge inspiration and help since they had both recently gotten married before me. I decided to get a day of coordinator last minute and let me tell you, it was the BEST DECISION I made! I seriously would have been lost without Christina Harris with Swanky Soiree Events. She saved the day in so many ways! To read more about this fabulous wedding click on the link below: http://theeverylastdetail.com/glamorous-oceanfront-blush-gold-wedding/#.VGN2IxiVa60.facebook Photo Credit to Concept Photography

By |2014-11-12T11:19:22-05:00November 12th, 2014|Venues, Weddings|Comments Off on GLAMOROUS OCEANFRONT BLUSH AND GOLD WEDDING
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Nautical Baby Shower

As promised, here are some pictures from the Nautical Baby shower we designed last weekend. Our Baby Shower package includes Planning Catering and Venue Invitations                     Banner                     Corsage                                   Door Sign 3 Games Food tags 2 Diaper Centerpieces and any other stationary needed. Contact us for more details.

By |2019-06-12T22:30:01-04:00November 5th, 2014|Baby Shower, Themed Parties|Comments Off on Nautical Baby Shower
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Nautical Baby Shower

We are so excited to design this fun Nautical Themed Baby Shower. I just love Navy and Pink together. Here is our inspiration pictures.We will post pictures after the event. 

By |2019-06-12T22:30:01-04:00October 5th, 2014|Baby Shower|Comments Off on Nautical Baby Shower
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Fall Event and Fashion Colors

So we all know by now that Radiant Orchid is the color of the year and continues to shine into fall. With the fall fashion shows all around us, the event planning industry follows the fashion trend mimicking the runway. Here are some ways to incorporate these trends into your next holiday party. Save time and money through our decoration rentals. See a look you like?? Send it our way and we will design it at a fraction of the cost. Swanky Soiree has centerpieces, props and all of your rental needs to pull of the most Swanky Soiree of the Fall and Winter Season. Grown Up Reds: Sangria, an exotic red that evokes a sense of glamorous adventures and faraway destinations is enhanced by Aurora Red, a more sophisticated shade that adds verve and spark. Two extremes of the purple family that intrigue the eye and inspire the imagination: Mauve Mist, a romantic and elegant purple shade, reminds us of the deco era and stimulates a sense of femininity and empowerment. Radiant Orchid, a captivating and adaptable shade continues to shine from the spring 2014 palette. Earthy Green: Pair either with Cypress, a majestic and powerful green; indicative of its name, this shade has a towering presence and serves as a stunning perennial. Bold Blues: With its slightly green undertone, Bright Cobalt offers a subtle twist on the traditional cobalt blue, which unifies this season’s blues. Likewise, Royal Blue, which is both evocative and dignified, provides more complexity and excitement than the average navy, while still remaining versatile. royalbluetable A Muted Bright: Adding a ray of sunlight and warmth, optimistic Misted Yellow Cool Neutrals: Aluminum, a futuristic stainless steel shade that serves as a complex neutral. Cognac’s name alone leads to [...]

By |2019-06-12T22:30:02-04:00September 17th, 2014|Centerpiece Ideas, christmas, Holiday Party, Party Decor, Table Decor, Themed Parties, Trending, Uncategorized, Weddings|Comments Off on Fall Event and Fashion Colors
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Suit Trends for the Modern Day Groom

Finally we have something for the groom. I know we post a lot of helpful things for the brides and I am so glad we can share some cool groom and groomsmen trends. Black-tie formal: Tuxes Buy it or rent one, get it fitted, and you’re good to go. Formal: Black or a dark neutral-colored suit. Use accessories to give your suit a good pop of color. Semi-formal: Suits made out of more casual materials. This would best apply to beach weddings, summer weddings, country weddings, or other weddings of a similar nature. Casual: Nice slacks, long-sleeved shirt, tie, jacket optional. No jeans.  When attending a wedding, keep in mind that it’s better to be overdressed (only slightly though. Don’t show up in a tux to a semi-H Here are some up and coming suit trends for the groom to be that bring a modern day twist to the classic tuxedo. 1. Bow Ties- this is a fun way to spice up your suit and add some personality. Get a little crazy with pops of colors and patterns groom bowtie. Photo Credit: Z Media on Shi Shi Events via Lover.ly       photo credit: greenweddingshoes 2. Suspenders-Are classic but  have made a come back. Its a great option for your groomsmen and ring bearer too! photo credit: erganicevents photo credit: weddingsbygeorgia 3. Add some color with Ties and Socks photo credit: splendid northwest    

By |2019-06-12T22:30:02-04:00August 10th, 2014|Trending, Weddings|Comments Off on Suit Trends for the Modern Day Groom
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Fourth of July Party Ideas

Summer is a great time to get friends and family together for outdoor festivities. Here are some trending ideas to wow your guests and throw a Swanky party. 1. Carve into a watermelon. Make your fruit and appetizer table pop with this jazzy touch. 2. Add some pillows and festive towels to your existing furniture. 3. Sparklers have been a party favorite for years. Make some cool signs for them and use them as a favor. 4. Apple berry dessert in a jar. This is just the cutest thing. 5. We know it will probably be hot out so offer your guests a refreshing Watermelon Mint Slush. 6. Cherry Bombs- Dress this delicious drink with cherry ice cubes and faux fireworks. Roll paper around stick then glue and make fringe. 7. Flag Centerpiece- Create this with a wooden box, some flags, faux grass and cheap baseballs.   All information and images are courteous of Better Homes and Gardens.  

By |2019-06-12T22:30:03-04:00June 27th, 2014|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Fourth of July Party Ideas
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