Picnic Party Inspiration Board

There is still time to plan a late summer or autumn picnic. A picnic is great way to celebrate anything from a birthday or anniversary to a family reunion. Take a look at this inspiration board for some great picnic party ideas from Etsy sellers. Why does food always taste better when eaten outdoors?

Clockwise from top right: Picnic Invitation by Paperspice; Gingham Bunting by Goodwill Bunting; Red Gingham Napkins by Sewn Natural; Vintage Pie Basket by Cosy Cottage Chic; Assorted Cupcake Liners by The Bakers Confections; Picnic Dress by Sweet Sophia Bowtique; Vintage Children’s Picnic Set by Our Little Blue Cottage

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Beach Huts Etsy Shopping

Are you heading to the coast for your summer vacation this year? As I have just returned from a week at the seaside, I decided to prolong my holiday mood by choosing beach huts as the theme for today’s Etsy shopping pick. Here are just a few of my favorite beach hut creations from UK Etsy sellers.

Top left: Beach Hut Pin by Giraffes Kiss
Top right: Appliqued Tea Cosy by Loup Crafts
Bottom left: Beach Huts Embroidery Canvas Art by Gillian Bates
Bottom right: Beach Hut T Shirt by Munchy Monster

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Flip Flop Cake

This Flip Flop Cake by Betty Crocker is perfect for a summer pool or beach party. As well as full instructions there is also a template and a video tutorial for making this fabulous cake.

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Tropical Bridal Shower Inspiration Board

Are you planning a summer bridal shower luau? Take a look at this inspiration board for some lovely tropical shower ideas from Etsy sellers.



Clockwise from top right:
Hawaiian print cloth napkins by Whimbrella; Pina colada cupcakes by Blissful Bites; Hibiscus hair clip by Lila-Jo; Hawaiian felt banner by Taffie Wishes; Hibiscus flower soap favors by Lather Soap Co.; Tropical Flowers invitation by Paperspice; Tropical flower cookies by Cookie Mamas.

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Anyone For Tennis? Etsy Shopping

As the Wimbledon Championships have started this week in London SW19, I thought that I would feature a few of my favorite tennis themed creations from Etsy sellers.

Top left: Crystal Toe Tennis Shoes by Rockstarlette
Top right: Pink Tennis Theme Fabric Headband by Pink Lemonade
Bottom left: Personalized Tennis Necklace by Kristy Lynn Jewelry
Bottom right: Wimbledon Crochet Headband by Eka

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Pretty in Pink Tea Party

Kristyn recently asked Paperspice to create an invitation and party printables for a birthday tea party that she was styling for a friend’s daughter. When I saw the beautiful job that she did on the party I knew that I just had to feature some of the photos on the Paperpsice blog. For more photos and full details of the event take a look at Kristyn’s blog.

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Rainbow Party Inspiration Board

A rainbow theme is perfect for a summer birthday party. Take a look at this inspiration board for some great rainbow party ideas from Etsy sellers.

Clockwise from top right: Rainbow invitation by Paperpsice; Rainbow cake by Penny Pies Bake Shop; Party hats by Bayou Moon; Rainbow bunting by Giggleberry; Rainbow patchwork sundress by Pecan Sandies

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Lime With a Touch of Geek Etsy Treasury

I love all shades of green, but lime green is a favorite as it is just so fresh and zingy. Thanks to ejart for including my Polka Dot Label invitation in her lovely lime themed Etsy treasury.

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Royal Wedding Etsy Shopping

The forthcoming Royal Wedding has inspired the talented artists, designers and craftspeople on Etsy to produce some really lovely creations. Here are just a few of my favorites from UK Etsy sellers.

Top left: Royal Wedding Heart Print by glynwestdesign
Top right: Royal Wedding Corsage by muscariwhitesflorist
Bottom left: Union Jack Cushion by GemmaCarpenter
Bottom right: Royal Rose Garden Bracelet by KIMMSMITH

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A Fairytale Wedding Etsy Treasury

It is only a few days now until the Royal Wedding takes place between Prince William and Kate Middleton. This lovely Etsy treasury called A Fairytale Wedding has been compiled by sugarplumfairy and she has very kindly included my Fairytale Castle party favor tags.

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