New Years Eve Party Trends and Supplies

As we head towards the end of the year and our minds turn to Christmas and then NYE, we thought we’d share some NYE trends and party inspiration with you thanks for Favor Lane Party Boutique who stock a gorgeous range of all things NYE! Shelley who owns Favor Lane shares her tips and party “must-have’s” for celebrating this special yearly event!

 

What do you see as the colour trends for NYE this year?

So far it’s looking very much like a lot of metallic for NYE this year. Gold & Black as always is popular and basically anything that shines!

We think you’ll also see a fair amount of Rose Gold this New Year’s Eve.

For someone wanting just a few decorations to spruce up a space for NYE what are the “must-have’s”

Balloons, Balloons & more balloons. They have really taken over the party scene this year. The fact that they come in all shapes, colours and sizes, means that you can tailor them to not only your theme, but more importantly, the space that you have to work with.

For example, if you are styling a small room, you can always fill a bunch of latex balloons with helium and it can be enough to jazz things up. The other option is letter balloons or word paper garlands.

Fringe curtains are also a nice choice as they’re affordable and can be used as a table backdrop, a fun entrance or photo booth backdrop. Champagne Bottle Foil Balloons are also a popular choice. They are 91cm in size so create impact at any celebration.

 

 

 

For someone wanting to go all-out for a NYE bash, what are the essential extras to give their party a real wow factor?

Alternately if you have a larger area to work with, there’s the option of a balloon garland (my personal favourite). Our DIY Balloon Garland Kits are so easy to assemble.

They come in a range of different colours however if you’d prefer something different, then there’s always the option of choosing your colours from our extensive collection of balloons.

Sizes range from Mini, through to jumbo round balloons and are available in solid colours or confetti filled clear balloons.

We have recently added a convenient Clear Decorating Strip to our range which comes with pre punched evenly placed holes. The purpose of the strip is to create perfectly shaped balloon garlands or arches.

The strong 2-ply polyurethane is suitable for indoor or outdoor use. Garlands can be hung from the ceiling or simply drape them over one side of your food or drinks table.

The other advice I would give is to go with disposables. These days there are so many stylish, yet affordable options available.

Your table can still look amazing without breaking the budget, and without doing dishes, yay!!

Our stunning Metallic Collection would be my first choice for NYE. The high quality plates and cups come in Gold, Silver or Rose Gold shiny foil. Team them up with  matching Metallic Foil Straws so your guests can eat, sip and party in style.  Be sure to check out our Gold Ornate Cutlery. You won’t believe that it’s plastic.

 

 

 

 

For mum’s looking to create a kid-friendly NYE gathering, what are some fab and fun party finds Favor Lane offers?

We love the idea keeping it fun and colourful for the kids. Party horns, Glow Sticks and an abundance of confetti will always be well received.  We also LOVE the idea of doing a Balloon release ‘9pm countdown’ (or age appropriate time for your little guests). Simply air inflate latex balloons with a hand pump and place into one of our Balloon Release Bags. They come complete with a pull cord and hold up to 50 balloons. Hang above your desired release space and pull the cord to shower your guests with balloons.

We also suggest setting up a kid friendly photo booth. Our Fringe Foil Curtains come in Gold, Silver or Black and make the perfect backdrop. Pop some of our photo booth stick props into a bucket or on a small table and they will provide hours of fun for the little and big kids.

 

 

 

Thanks to Shelley for sharing her NYE party ideas with us!

Are you feeling inspired and ready to get your NYE party planning happening? Whether you’re planning a large party or a family friendly low key event, head to Favor Lane to find some stylish party supplies to add a bit of extra sparkle to the night!

 

 

 

 

 

 

FREE Christmas printable: Santa letter and gift tags

It’s that time of the year when kids start thinking about their Santa letter and you may have to start preparing Christmas gifts for teachers and work mates!

So I am delighted to offer you some FREE Christmas printable downloads from Emma Smith Event Stationery! These are perfect for gift tags and to get your child’s Santa letter easily written and with some cute tick boxes for the younger kids!

USE THIS LINK TO DOWNLOAD IN HIGH RES:

Download the LLC Printable to print

 

 

 

hope you enjoy your Christmas planning!

 

 

Christmas Showcase 2017

It is that time of the year!!! The time where we can all finally start getting into planning our Christmas…I love it!

I am delighted once again to present the Life’s Little Celebrations Christmas showcase to you – where I bring you the *best* of Christmas edible gifts, Christmas partyware, Christmas custom decorations and other unique party-related items for Christmas – all from members of Life’s Little Celebrations.

Watch out for Issue 3 of Celebrating Little One’s magazine (out next week online!) for more Christmas party inspiration and Christmas styled shoots.

You can easily shop from this blog post by simply clicking  on any images below to be taken to the relevant business!

Are you ready to get inspired and organised for your Christmas gifts and celebrations? Enjoy the browsing below:

 

 

Christmas Gift ideas & Desserts:

From Christmas cookie sets to class gifts and other ideas, here you will find memorable Christmas gifts which will bring joy to who ever receives them. Or why not order some gorgeous Christmas desserts to share with your family on Christmas day?:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Christmas Partyware and tableware:

Get your Christmas party or table setting sorted with these Christmas decorations as well as toppers/accessories for your Christmas baking:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Christmas Stationery:

For gorgeous customised Christmas gift tags, cards and other stationery – you will find some lovely Christmas designs below:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Christmas: Other

A few other unique ideas from Life’s Little Celebrations – advent calenders, event stylists and more:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I’m sure after browsing all of the above your head is swimming with ideas of how you can style a Christmas table or perhaps gifts you can gift to teachers and friends – or perhaps desserts you can order for Christmas yourself!

It’s a wonderful time of the year to support small businesses and I hope you can support the above Life’s Little Celebration members while also getting some of your Christmas preparation done easily online!

Remember to simply CLICK on any of the above images to shop from this blog post

Happy planning and remember to look out for Issue 3 of our magazine out next week!

 

 

 

Beat the Festive Season Frazzle! 5 Ways to Get Organised for Christmas 2017

Christmas has a habit of sneaking up, doesn’t it? You’re cruising along feeling like you have all the time in the world and next thing you know, you’re elbowing crowds of shoppers out of the way on Christmas Eve. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Three months might seem like a long time from now but October is the perfect time to start planning for the festive season.

Read on to discover 5 ways to beat the Christmas rush this year thanks to Melbourne event planners Silk and Cedar Events & stationery designer Emma Smith Event Stationery:

 

1. Planning a Christmas event? Book it in NOW.

If you’re planning an event anywhere between October to the end of January, your number one priority is to lock in all the details now.

Venues and event vendors book months in advance especially during peak periods such as Christmas / New Year so planning early is the best way to secure your favourites. The Christmas peak season starts in mid-November and runs through to January.  Keep in mind that some vendors close during mid-December to the end of January of if you’re planning a party in these months, book early to avoid disappointment.

Events can be time-consuming and stressful to organise – especially in November and December when life tends to get frantically busy.

Choosing a Melbourne event planner to take care of your Christmas celebration or end of year function is the perfect way to reduce festive season stress.

Handing over the reins to a professional event planner gives you the time and space to enjoy watching your vision come to life with someone else juggling the catering, styling and all those little details that make an event truly memorable.

 

 

1. Choose a Stationary Designer to give your Christmas correspondence that special touch

Ditch generic Christmas cards this year and book a Melbourne stationery designer early to create a custom design to reflect your style. Or perhaps you require a complete stationery suite including Christmas party invitations, menus, place cards, tags, welcome signs and seating plans. A good stationery provider can assist with the current trends for this festive season and can design to any specification, theme and colour scheme.

Family portraits are a gorgeous way to personalise your Christmas stationery so be sure to book in a session with your preferred photographer now.

Mailing your Christmas cards early is important whether they’re for family and friends or corporate clients. Families go on holidays and businesses close for the Christmas period so send your festive greetings three weeks before December 25^th to ensure they’re received in time.

We #love a Christmas wish delivered by snail mail!

 

 

1. Travellers Take Note!

If you’re heading away this Christmas, here’s a handy list of things you don’t want to forget:

• – Book your flights and accommodation
• – Pay for visas
• – Check if travel vaccinations are required and book them in with your GP
• – Remember any medications that may be required for the trip including prescriptions or travel sickness aids
• – If you’re travelling on wheels, book your car in for a service and get the tyres checked
• – Make a list of the Christmas presents needed and don’t forget to pack them! Pop spare Christmas cards, tags and wrapping paper in for unforeseen gift emergencies
• – Keep the kids occupied with a special snack and goodie pack for the journey

 

 

 

1. Christmas Gifts: make a list and check it twice! 

Christmas can be an expensive time with seemingly endless people to buy for. By planning ahead and budgeting accordingly, you can avoid the stress of last minute over-spending. So make a list of everyone you’ll need to buy for and spend a moment thinking about a gift that they’ll really love. Christmas presents that have obviously been thoughtfully chosen needn’t cost a fortune.

 

 

 

Gift Hampers are a great idea to compliment the dedication and hard work of teachers, coaches and special helpers who have taken care of your family over the year. Gathering other parents to contribute means you’ll have more to spend on an extra-luxe hamper. Pre-order online for a hassle-free gift that can even be delivered.

An excellent way to keep the gift-giving budget down is with a Kris Kringle. Extended families, Mother’s Groups and workplaces can all benefit from the KK tradition by giving each participant only one person to buy for.

 

 

1. Avoid Christmas Day family conflict

Christmas celebrations have a reputation for wreaking havoc on family peace! So how can you avoid it? Planning early is the key to things running smoothly.

 

Co-ordinating who celebrates where and when can be fraught with drama when there are parents and in-laws and other extended family members to consider.

Make sure all parties have a say in where the celebration will be held and consider a one year on, one year off approach to make it fair for both sides of your family. And to take the pressure off the host, why not ask guests to bring a platter?

This creates a family grazing table which is an informal and more relaxed affair for everyone. Head off tensions between particular family members by setting place cards for your Christmas lunch or dinner.

 

 

Large families can simplify gift-giving by having a Kris Kringle, and pre-planning some Christmas activities to keep the kids entertained buys a little extra peace for the grown-ups who traditionally need a nap after all that food!

So there you have it. Some sanity savers in the lead-up to Christmas 2017. And don’t forget, if you’re planning a party and just don’t have the time to handle all the arrangements yourself, a professional event planner and stationery designer are just two of the celebration specialists who are there to make your special occasion perfect!

 

Valentines Day Party supplies

For those of you who love to celebrate any occasion , Valentines day can be the perfect time to do something sweet for your hubby but also for your kids!

I know we are busy mums and it isn’t always possible to go all out. However if you’re in the mood to setup a cute afternoon tea with your kids for Valentines, order some delicious desserts for your other-half or go for a full blown Valentines day setup – we have curated a lovely selection of Valentines day partyware and party ideas for you starting with some inspiration with these dessert table setups.

You can see more of this gorgeous fire-inspired Life’s Little Celebrations shoot here:

 

 

Valentine’s Day Decorations

Some loved up decorations which could work on their own for a little extra Valentines day decor in your home or mixed together for a full scale event!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Such a gorgeous gift which would also make a beautiful decoration :

 

 

Valentines Day Tableware

Some cute items which could be used for a sweet Valentines day setup for your kids:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Valentines Day Cake, Desserts & Accessories

Whether it’s a homemade cake you wish to dress up – or some professionally made edible treats you are after – here is a lovely Valentines day selection to choose from:

 

 

 

 

Use these moulds to create something homemade:

 

 

These fun sprinkles are perfect to dress up any dessert for Valentines Day:

 

 

 

Your other half or your kids would love you for ordering them some of these sweet delights – and hopefully share them with you!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some mini desserts are perfect to enjoy after a special homemade Valentines dinner:

 

 

 

 

For something sweet for the kids – this range is available for order and I can imagine them all set up so sweetly on a little kids table for them to enjoy after school or a surprise they may find in their school bag or for them to give to their best friends !:

 

 

Another sweet Valentines gift ideas for the kids is this mini kite!:

 

 

However you wish to celebrate valentines day – big or small – I hope you’ve found some new party vendors and products to explore while planning!