Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Style

With all the Christmas preparations happening it is easy to leave NYE planning until last minute…but now is the time to organise what you need  – so to help you get organised I’m sharing some NYE party supplies early to ensure they will arrive in time!

New Year’s Eve celebrations are one of my favourite – there is something special about a new year beginning and celebrating with close family or friends!

 

 

 

Our little ones are still quite little however for those of you with slightly older kids it is a perfect chance to organise a gathering that doesn’t centre just around the kids!  It’s a chance to get together with friends and family, letting the kids stay up a little longer than usual before having a slumber party on the floor, and then it’s all about letting the adults relax into the New Year with a more adults only style occasion (aka, champagne!).

When I look back at all the many amazing new trends in themes we’ve seen this year, there’s one in particular that I’ve been saving for NYE and just screams sophistication and ‘Happy New Year’ to me, and that’s the classic black and metallics with a touch of marble. Adult opulence at it’s best!

So if like me, you’ve had a big year of parties filled with flamingos, doughnuts and unicorns and are just craving something a little more grown up, I’ve sourced the perfect pieces from our LLC Vendors to pull together the perfect New Year’s Eve celebration for the adults (and kids, until bedtime!) so you can start your planning now, and have something to look forward to after the Christmas ham is finished.

 

New Year’s Eve Decorations

Whether it’s a backyard BBQ, seafood buffet or canapés after watching the fire works, this theme looks stunning in the evening as the metallics shimmer and glisten when styled with plenty of candles, and black or metallics make a great backdrop for these to pop against in the evening.

So start with black as your base, and build on it with hints of metallic (either gold or silver) and marble accents for depth and interest. Use your marble kitchen bench top, a black trestle table or one covered with a table cloth for a more polished look, and create drama and interest with varying heights of stands and platters to serve your food, or set an opulent dinner table complete with candle light.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Why not take cues from the countdown and incorporate giant helium number balloons.

 

 

Or mix and match decorations with a mix of black, white, gold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For real wow factor, a gold sequin tablecloth creates the perfect setting for a gorgeous New years eve dessert table!:

 

 

Don’t forget the confetti at midnight! This would also look great scattered down the centre of your dining table.

 

New Year’s Eve Tableware

Whilst it’s always nice to bring out your best dinner set (you know, the one you received for your wedding that’s still in the box ?) no one wants to be washing dishes on New Year’s Day – so opt for some stylish disposables instead!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How gorgeous are these Kate Spade coasters?

 

 

 

 

 

New Year’s Eve Sweet Treats

Finish the year off with a bang and start your diet resolutions the following day – it’s time to eat cake! Nothing beats a glass of champagne and delicious dessert now, does it? Here’s a sample of what LLC partners in the Directory can create for your event!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If the kids are a part of the NYE celebrations – why not setup a cute table setting for them complete with colouring, board games or other activities to keep them entertained? You can hire some stylish children’s table and chairs from LLC partners around Australia – here is a sample!:

 

 

 

How great are these take home bags? Perfect for the kids who would have missed out whilst they were sleeping!

 

 

Another fantastic idea are these labels for mini wine or champagne bottles for your friends:

 

 

Attach these tags to any take home gift for your NYE guests for instant NYE style!

 

 

Like all celebrations, New Year’s Eve is a wonderful excuse to get your nearest and dearest together and get creative with your styling. So say farewell to another big year by going bold, and celebrate the prospect of new opportunities, milestones and adventures together in style – cheers!

 

Christmas Showcase 2016

It’s November so we can start talking about Christmas, right?

Christmas really is the most wonderful time of the year so it doesn’t hurt to start enjoying it a little early! However it does also involve a lot of planning and preparation especially for us mums trying to coordinate teacher gifts, christmas cards and christmas gatherings.

The Life’s Little Celebrations Christmas showcase aims to make it easy for you to browse a range of Christmas items in ONE spot – easily CLICK on any image below to be taken directly to the business where you can find those items

Below you will find everything from lovely Christmas dessert packs to order as gifts, Christmas decorations and partyware, some unique Christmas gift items, Christmas printables and customised Christmas baubles and more!

You can also browse everything on the Life’s Little Celebrations Christmas Showcase facebook album

Christmas cards, invitations and stationery:

For some personalised Christmas cards, printable items for gifts or fun naughty/nice list certificates – there is a range of fun Christmas stationery available:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Christmas decorating, partyware and tableware:

Whether it is a large Christmas party, a fun Christmas table setting for the kids or a small family gathering – the Christmas partyware and tableware from these party stores are cute, stylish and great quality! As you can see the traditional red/green/white is still popular for Christmas mixed in along with metallics!

Shop them by clicking on any image below!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Create a gorgeous setting for your christmas table or dessert table with these tablecloths:

 

 

Give your family something extra fun to do on Christmas day with a custom pinata which can be made in a Christmas themed shape:

 

 

The kids will love these reindeer props at any Christmas party!:

 

 

Create some fun for the kids with these stencils and decorations:

 

 

Christmas Desserts & Edible Gifts:

Looking for some gifts that you know will be enjoyed and appreciated? These gift ideas are perfect for teachers, neighbours and friends or make a perfect little treat for Christmas day!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Christmas Gifts:

For something extra special – these Christmas gift ideas are perfect for your own little ones, family members or school gifts!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Finish off your christmas wrapping with a range of personalised Christmas wrapping paper:

 

I am sure your head is swimming with ideas after having a browse so make sure you keep revisiting this blog post or the facebook album as you plan your Christmas items for 2016!

There is always so much to love and enjoy about Christmas –  so have fun with all the planning and decorating. Say no to a stressful Christmas and yes to a joyful merry Christmas!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Easter Showcase: Partyware, Gifts and Stationery

Easter has hopped around so fast this year and being just a few weeks away- NOW is the time to get organised with your Easter gifts and decorations! Now I believe there is a deeper meaning to Easter than just eggs and chocolate – which is why I believe it should be celebrated! So I have put together once more an Easter Showcase (which you can also view on my FB page here ) to assist your Easter party & celebration planning!:

 

 

This round up of Easter partyware, gift ideas, printables and stationery will be all you need to get organised for your Easter celebration! All items are from businesses you can find on the Directory pages of this site. As you go through this blog post, simply CLICK onto any of the images to be taken to the website or Facebook page of that business.

So lets get started with some gorgeous Easter stationery!

Whether you’re after some Easter gift tags for classmate or teacher gifts or a little creative touch to your family Easter presents – you’ll be guaranteed to find a look you love in this range of printables, tags and stationery:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For some Easter decorating – for a small or large Easter celebration – here are some gorgeous partyware and decorations that will get your heart hopping!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Are you looking for some unique gifts for Easter? This range of gift ideas and edible Easter desserts will put you in the good books of any teacher, workmate or family member!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A few little touches for your own homemade Easter desserts:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I love these butterfly wings and bunny ears for a non-edible Easter gift idea for the kids!:

 

 

 

 

 

If you’re planning an Easter celebration here is a touch of inspiration for you from some Life’s Little Celebration partners:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hope you enjoyed this Easter round up and discovered some wonderful businesses you can use for Easter and other celebrations throughout the year!

 

 

Valentine’s Day decor + gift ideas

 

For all the love bugs planning something special this Valentine’s Day – whether for your hubby or perhaps something fun for the kids – surprise and delight with heart felt decorations, carefully selected details and sweet gift ideas for THE most sweetest ways to say ‘I love you’ from LLC partners – all of which you can find on the Directory pages:

 

 

SHOP THE LOOK:

Shop the above party supplies below- simply CLICK on the item you want!:

Balloons and garlands

Gold Giant ‘XO’ balloons, $28.95 – Ruby Rabbit Partyware

Gold and silver glitter heart reversible garland, $7 – Love The Occasion

Giant Kissy Lips balloon, $12.95 – Ruby Rabbit Partyware

Pink Giant 90cm Heart balloon, $9.95 – Ruby Rabbit Partyware

Pink Heart balloon kit, $25 – Love The Occasion

Emoji Hearts balloon, $7.95 – Favor Lane Party Boutique

 

Finishing touches

Lips paper straws, $5.50 – Confectionately Yours

Pink and gold sweetheart plates, $6.50 – Love The Occasion

Heart drink stirrers, $22.95 – Ruby Rabbit Partyware

Convo Heart cake toppers, $16.95 – Ruby Rabbit Partyware

Pink Heart napkins, $5.95 – Emiko Blue

 

Sweet gifts

Happy Valentine’s Day Cookie Mix, $15 – Sweet Health

Strawberry and rose bouquet, POA – Chocobon

We make the perfect pear cookie gift box, $10.95 – Miss Biscuit

Chocolate pyramids, POA – Chocobon

 

Happy Valentine’s Day!

 

New Years Eve Party Supplies

In the midst of all the Christmas celebrations it is easy to leave NYE planning until the last minute – so I’ve curated some gorgeous and stylish party supplies from LLC partners to give you a head start!

 

 

SHOP THE LOOK:

Shop the above party supplies below- simply CLICK on the item you want!:

New Years Eve gold glitter banner, $24 – Sugarlicious

Gold foil YAY napkins, $12.50 – Love the Occasion

#NYE Gold acrylic cake topper – A La Roch

YAY balloon, $9.95 3 pack – Love the Occasion

Sparkly party invites, $15 – Ruby Rabbit Partyware

Fancy black and white decorator kit, $60 – The Kit Source

DIY Tassel backdrop kits, $67.50 – DD Brand

Gold gem pinata, $89 – Party Pony Designer Pinatas

Solid gold paper straws $5.95 – Party Splendour

Gold giant 2016 balloons, $54.95 – Ruby Rabbit Partyware

White and silver party horn blowers, $14.95 – Paper Face

Metallic gold accordian lantern, $6.50 – Party Splendour

Gold appetizer plates, $9.50 – Confectionately Yours

Pop fizz clink balloons, $7.95 3 pack – Ruby Rabbit Partyware

Simply timeless paper plates, $5.95 – Favor Lane

Gold foil curtain backdrop, $16.95 – Ruby Rabbit Partyware

Dot paper garland, $14.95 – Favor Lane

White, gold, silver confetti dots, $11.95 – Ruby Rabbit Partyware

 

Happy Celebrating!

xx