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Cindy
My beloved mema is turning 80 and my cousin and I are planning her party. Its not a surprise but I need some ideas. I think we are settling on an Irish theme. (Any other good theme ideas??) We're having it in our house in August. She has 9 kids and 35 grandchildren. Do you think it would be tacky to send a save the date? We havent seen eachother since her 70th birthday so it would almost be like a family reunion. I already am putting together a scrap book with memories from all the kids and grandkids as well as pictures.
I want to stress that my mema is in EXCELLENT health so we don't have too many restrictions.
Thanks!
Answer
Save the dates is a great idea, especially since it's big like a family reunion!
For one of my friend's grandma's big family birthdays, they rented a party hall and decorated it all. They even wore some specific color scheme.
For presents or table favors, you could include nice wine or champaigne, smaller family photos, candles as centerpieces like maybe bowls or vases with colored rocks and a candle floating on water...handmade flower and ribbon ones...maybe making her a special seat at a special table that's more decorated...
Lots of little gifts is cool but chipping in for one or two really expensive ones is too.
If she's part Irish like one side of my family, I would love that theme! My grandma would too. You could have some band hired and play oldies type music too like Sinatra stuff, etc, or whatever she likes.
A big cake and flowers for sure
I really love when people decorate the chairs with covers or tie a big ribbon/translucent sheet around them. You could do gold, green, white
People could take turns toasting her or talking about memories :)
A guest book for people to sign is easy and fun too!
Plus a table for gifts of course
Save the dates is a great idea, especially since it's big like a family reunion!
For one of my friend's grandma's big family birthdays, they rented a party hall and decorated it all. They even wore some specific color scheme.
For presents or table favors, you could include nice wine or champaigne, smaller family photos, candles as centerpieces like maybe bowls or vases with colored rocks and a candle floating on water...handmade flower and ribbon ones...maybe making her a special seat at a special table that's more decorated...
Lots of little gifts is cool but chipping in for one or two really expensive ones is too.
If she's part Irish like one side of my family, I would love that theme! My grandma would too. You could have some band hired and play oldies type music too like Sinatra stuff, etc, or whatever she likes.
A big cake and flowers for sure
I really love when people decorate the chairs with covers or tie a big ribbon/translucent sheet around them. You could do gold, green, white
People could take turns toasting her or talking about memories :)
A guest book for people to sign is easy and fun too!
Plus a table for gifts of course
what ideas are suitable for 40th birthday?
HBA
we are celebrating my wife BD next week she is 40, I want to make special. I have some ideas but I need suggestions specially from ladies who passed 40!
Answer
You know the basics: streamers, balloons and matching tablecloths, plates and napkins. Now make it your own with paper lanterns, scented candles and a bold color scheme in your favorite colors and patterns, like polkadots, snakeskin, shimmering stars.
A collage of the birthday person serves double duty as decoration and a thoughtful gift. Whether you choose flattering, embarrassing or NSFW photos is up to you -- and how likely it is that the birthday person will be getting revenge on you for it.
Paste your photos on a large piece of cardboard or encase in a frame with a large border. Then hang on a prominent wall, and leave a cup of markers nearby so guests can scribble during the party.
For milestone birthdays and other extraspecial days, take photos of each guest with the person of honor as they arrive. Upload your photos onto Evite so everyone can share in the memories.
Go with a 70;s themed B-day party!
The early '70s perpetuated the lazy-daisy attitudes that blossomed in the '60s, while the latter part of the decade celebrated glittering disco clubs and tight leisure suits. Politics, anti-war sentiments and the continued persistence of the peace sign signified the '70s.
Decorate in '70s-inspired earth tones colors such as orange, yellow, brown and definitely the ever-addictive split-pea-green. Hang beaded curtains to add a little extra color and flair. Also be sure to have plenty of incense burning to really create a '70s atmosphere (something earthy like sandalwood or patchouli will make it feel authentic). As homage to the advent of the disco era, set up a rotating mirror ball that instantly turns any party into a dance party. Luckily, tabletop mirror balls are easy to find, so you won’t have to worry about installing it into your ceiling.
The best way to construct your ‘70s costume is to ransack consignment stores. Here are come classic clothing and accessory ideas:
• Funky with an intellectual edge. Wire-rimmed glasses a la John Lennon, snug jeans, bright green Converse, and Farrah’s famed feathers.
• Orange and brown track jackets, pastel-inspired sneakers and zippers galore.
• Bowling shirts and white, cotton snug-fitting pants – think John Travolta.
• Pay tribute to iconic film and TV characters from Star Wars, The Godfather, Happy Days and Sesame Street.
• Go Richard Nixon-style. Bushy eyebrows, anyone? Perfectly paired with a light brown leisure suit.
• Teensy mini-skirts with platform shoes and short shorts with white athletic knee-highs.
• Low-lying pigtails or the bizarre, albeit appealing to the masses, side ponytail pays tribute to Suzanne Somers’ Chrissy in Three’s Company.
The Pet Rock was one of the biggest pop culture fads of the '70s. Have guests create their own pet rocks. This fun activity requires a few colors of tempra paint, some paintbrushes and clean, smooth river rocks. Your guests can also decorate their rocks with familiar '70s icons like smiley faces, vibrant flowers and ladybugs.
The '70s was synonymous with disco dancing. Section off an area that guests can use as a dance floor. Make sure to play disco-era artists like ABBA, Donna Summer and The Village People. Add some bright flashing lights and a fog machine to give your dance floor a Studio 54 feel. For added inspiration, set up a TV in the background, and cue up some of the famous dancing scenes in movies like Saturday Night Fever and Fame.
Fondue reached new heights in the '70s and is a fun food idea for your theme party. Select a cheese that melts easily for your fondue. Swiss is always a favorite, but if you prefer something slightly sharper and nuttier, try Gruyere. Serve with slices of crisp bread like a baguette or ciabatta, which are perfect fondue accompaniments for their crunchy crusts and light, airy centers. Crudités and chunks of ham and turkey are also great for dipping and make your fondue into something more of a meal. Don’t worry if you don’t have extra fondue forks – just buy some wooden skewers and place them in a cup near your fondue pot.
The fondue theme can carry right into dessert with a sizzling pot of melted chocolate — dark, milk or white chocolate all work well. Serve with strawberries, raspberries, apple slices, cookies and some chunks of challah or pound cake.
You know the basics: streamers, balloons and matching tablecloths, plates and napkins. Now make it your own with paper lanterns, scented candles and a bold color scheme in your favorite colors and patterns, like polkadots, snakeskin, shimmering stars.
A collage of the birthday person serves double duty as decoration and a thoughtful gift. Whether you choose flattering, embarrassing or NSFW photos is up to you -- and how likely it is that the birthday person will be getting revenge on you for it.
Paste your photos on a large piece of cardboard or encase in a frame with a large border. Then hang on a prominent wall, and leave a cup of markers nearby so guests can scribble during the party.
For milestone birthdays and other extraspecial days, take photos of each guest with the person of honor as they arrive. Upload your photos onto Evite so everyone can share in the memories.
Go with a 70;s themed B-day party!
The early '70s perpetuated the lazy-daisy attitudes that blossomed in the '60s, while the latter part of the decade celebrated glittering disco clubs and tight leisure suits. Politics, anti-war sentiments and the continued persistence of the peace sign signified the '70s.
Decorate in '70s-inspired earth tones colors such as orange, yellow, brown and definitely the ever-addictive split-pea-green. Hang beaded curtains to add a little extra color and flair. Also be sure to have plenty of incense burning to really create a '70s atmosphere (something earthy like sandalwood or patchouli will make it feel authentic). As homage to the advent of the disco era, set up a rotating mirror ball that instantly turns any party into a dance party. Luckily, tabletop mirror balls are easy to find, so you won’t have to worry about installing it into your ceiling.
The best way to construct your ‘70s costume is to ransack consignment stores. Here are come classic clothing and accessory ideas:
• Funky with an intellectual edge. Wire-rimmed glasses a la John Lennon, snug jeans, bright green Converse, and Farrah’s famed feathers.
• Orange and brown track jackets, pastel-inspired sneakers and zippers galore.
• Bowling shirts and white, cotton snug-fitting pants – think John Travolta.
• Pay tribute to iconic film and TV characters from Star Wars, The Godfather, Happy Days and Sesame Street.
• Go Richard Nixon-style. Bushy eyebrows, anyone? Perfectly paired with a light brown leisure suit.
• Teensy mini-skirts with platform shoes and short shorts with white athletic knee-highs.
• Low-lying pigtails or the bizarre, albeit appealing to the masses, side ponytail pays tribute to Suzanne Somers’ Chrissy in Three’s Company.
The Pet Rock was one of the biggest pop culture fads of the '70s. Have guests create their own pet rocks. This fun activity requires a few colors of tempra paint, some paintbrushes and clean, smooth river rocks. Your guests can also decorate their rocks with familiar '70s icons like smiley faces, vibrant flowers and ladybugs.
The '70s was synonymous with disco dancing. Section off an area that guests can use as a dance floor. Make sure to play disco-era artists like ABBA, Donna Summer and The Village People. Add some bright flashing lights and a fog machine to give your dance floor a Studio 54 feel. For added inspiration, set up a TV in the background, and cue up some of the famous dancing scenes in movies like Saturday Night Fever and Fame.
Fondue reached new heights in the '70s and is a fun food idea for your theme party. Select a cheese that melts easily for your fondue. Swiss is always a favorite, but if you prefer something slightly sharper and nuttier, try Gruyere. Serve with slices of crisp bread like a baguette or ciabatta, which are perfect fondue accompaniments for their crunchy crusts and light, airy centers. Crudités and chunks of ham and turkey are also great for dipping and make your fondue into something more of a meal. Don’t worry if you don’t have extra fondue forks – just buy some wooden skewers and place them in a cup near your fondue pot.
The fondue theme can carry right into dessert with a sizzling pot of melted chocolate — dark, milk or white chocolate all work well. Serve with strawberries, raspberries, apple slices, cookies and some chunks of challah or pound cake.
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