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Party Themes | Party Planning Tips | Entertaining Ideas | Thoughtfully Simple
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WIN! Custom Party Banner

Looking for an easy way to decorate your next party? Add some personalization and flair to your next graduation party, birthday party or baby shower with a custom banner (fun & simple)! Check out...

21 may 12

2 words to live by

  I hope you are all having a wonderful week. I decided to drop in a quick blog post today, a reminder if you will — to be thoughtful. The name of this site, Thoughtfully Simple, isn’...

17 may 12

Teacher Appreciation Day

Teacher Appreciation Day (or week for some schools!) provides the perfect chance to get your kiddo involved in doing something nice for their teachers. With a little thought and some DIY inspiration,...

07 may 12

Muffins & Mimosas for Mom

I love mimosas, and so does my mom (actually… every mother probably does, right?) … so I wanted to put a simple gift idea together that would appeal to moms of all ages, styles, and with ...

02 may 12

Party Sandwiches + GIVEAWAY

I love entertaining in the summer because typical summer get-togethers are mellow, laid back, and simple (just how I really like it). One of my go-to party foods in the summer are sandwiches. That...

01 may 12

Nutella Cookies (made with love)

I baked yesterday. Nutella Cookies. They ate them and the world rejoiced. Okay, maybe not exactly :) Some people bake because it’s their passion, others bake for special occasions or when they&...

27 apr 12

How to make tissue paper pom poms

I’m a big fan of using tissue paper pom poms in my party decor. What I love about them is that they are inexpensive and can be used in a wide variety of events. I’ve used them for birthda...

21 apr 12 2 people like this

Photo party decor + UPrinting GIVEAWAY!

Photo party decorations are a thoughtful and popular way to spruce up your party or wedding. You can incorporate photos of the guest of honor (or couple) which will make the party feel intimate and...

14 apr 12

Wedding Inspiration with Minted + $250 GIVEAWAY

Calling all brides-to-be! If you’re a bride (not a bride, but know one? Let her know about this post!), you’ll want to read on. One of my favorite invitation and stationery go-to’s,...

11 apr 12

celebraTORI by Tori Spelling | GIVEAWAY

If you follow Tori Spelling at all, you’ll already know that this actress, mom, and entrepreneur is one fierce party planner. What I love about her style is it seems to be a lot like my own ...

06 apr 12

Simple Easter Brunch

If your Easter morning is anything like ours, it’s full of giggles and kiddos running around collecting eggs in their Pajamas and slippers. Some years we have Grandma and Grandpa over in the mo...

04 apr 12

Pool Party Inspiration + Carter’s GIVEAWAY

The sun is shining and the weather is warming up and all I can think about it throwing a pool party! There is nothing that screams “summer” more than a pile of flip flops, the scent of su...

03 apr 12

Cute Easter Breakfast Idea

Today I’m sharing the perfect easy + cute Easter breakfast idea with you. My girls will LOVE coming downstairs to this on Easter weekend. I think I’ll surprise them on Saturday because I ...

02 apr 12 1 person likes this

How to host a pint size party & GIVEAWAY!

I recently partnered with Apartment Guide to bring you 3 party planning tips for hosting a entertaining in small spaces (check out my tips here). Today, I’m sharing more tips for entertaining &...

27 mar 12

Wedding Colors: Blush & Champagne

It’s been a few years since I’ve planned a wedding and I have to tell you, it feels wonderful to be at it again. There is nothing better than helping a bride create that perfect day where...

20 mar 12

Entertaining: small space & savvy budget

I entertain in my home a lot — most often it’s the my go-to venue for hosting events. In fact, you can see that my home was the venue for parties here, here, here and here (just to name a...

13 mar 12

Sunshine Safari Theme Baby Shower

Well, it’s been over a month since I helped out with the Operation Shower Sunshine Safari theme event in San Diego and I’ve been dying to share photos with you! The experience was AMAZING...

08 mar 12

WIN! Southern Living Wedding Planner & Keepsake

Are you planning a wedding? Know someone who is? The new Southern Living Wedding Planner & Keepsake is AMAZING! I really couldn’t have found this at a better time — I’m curr...

24 feb 12

A Simple St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast

Looking for a fun and simple idea for a festive St. Patrick’s Day breakfast? This idea for fun St. Patrick’s Day food I shared last year (green milk + Lucky Charms), has taken off on Pint...

21 feb 12

Be Inspired by Color!

Before I plan any party, I select the color palette. I use this palette to plan everything else, from invites to decor, food, space — you name it and it was influenced by color. So when I learn...

17 feb 12 2 people like this

A Birthday Breakfast Party

When it came time to choose a theme for my little London’s 5th birthday — I knew I wanted to do a birthday breakfast and decided it would be fun to make it also a pajama party. Since she&...

03 feb 12

Superbowl Party | Ideas & Inspiration

The big game is this Sunday! Are you hosting an party or having people over to watch the game? Whether you are expecting a big turnout or just a few family members, make it an event with a little Su...

01 feb 12

Sweet Designs by Amy Atlas, THE book to have!

If you love sweets, baking, crafting, party styling — or any combination of these things you MUST check out Sweet Designs by Amy Atlas. After pouring her heart into this book for over two years...

26 jan 12

WIN! A Chinese New Year Celebration with P.F. Chang’s

The Chinese New Year is one of the most important and festive Chinese holidays and 2012 happens to be the year of the Dragon. Why not invite friends over for a festive Chinese New Year celebration, o...

22 jan 12

FREE Darling Valentine’s Day Card

Surprise your little one, your love, a special friend or Grandma & Grandpa by sending a darling Valentine’s Day card. Today only, the great folks at Tiny Prints are letting you design and s...

20 jan 12

It’s a Sunshine Safari with Operation Shower

How’s your week going friends? Fantastical I hope (yes, that’s a real word — we’ll at least it should be). I’ve been a little quiet this week so I wanted to check in wit...

19 jan 12

Valentine’s Day Cookie Pops

Looking for something cute and sweet to whip for your little Valentine or to serve at your Valentine’s Day party? We’ve shared several Valentine’ ;s Day cupcakes (and even an adult on...

13 jan 12

It’s all about the COLOR

I get asked a lot, “How do you come up with ideas for your party themes?” Most of the time, the first glimmer of inspiration I get comes from a color or a combination of colors.   My...

12 jan 12

Baking and Craft Party

If you’ve been reading Thoughtfully Simple for the past few years, you’ll remember my oldest daughter Taylor’s past birthday parties. We’ve done a candy party and a zebra part...

10 jan 12

Humbly ringing in 2012

Believe it or not, 2011 has come to an end. I hope this past year was a great one for you and I’m wishing that 2012 is full of beautiful surprises and lots of laughter. I wanted to take a momen...

30 dec 11

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