WEDDING :: Orange & Fuschia Inspiration Board

Hello everyone & welcome to "Wedding Wednesday"!

::  lollipops  ::  cocktail  ::  dress ::  cake  ::  flowers  ::  confetti  ::  table number  ::

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  Summer is in full swing and I am sure you have gone to a wedding or two this summer already. Bright colors are H-O-T for summer and this marriage of these bold colors is no exception and I personally am LOVING them together! Orange and fuschia make for a fun event that brings a little sizzle.

 Candy in some form, available at the reception, makes for some fun with these lollipops done in your color scheme. Who wouldn't want to bring out their kid side? Make sure to choose a signature cocktail and mocktail that is as delicious as it is gorgeous! This cocktail with a fresh orange slice, regardless of what is in it, makes me want to head to the bar for one right now! ;) This dress is a stunner - perfect for the bridesmaids to wear or that perfect little dress to wear as a guest. Try adding a floral element as a cake topper to keep your modern cake design on the feminine side and create a look that is very modern chic. Adorn the tables with lots of flowers and fun shaped confetti in various shades of oranges and pinks to make the tables festive and fun! Also make sure to coordinate some amazing table number design with your theme to ensure your guests feel welcome and they know where to sit. They will appreciate it.
 
Have you ever attended a summer wedding using bright colors like these or a party that used them?  What was your favorite element of the event?  I would LOVE to hear the details . . .spill below ;) 

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SIPS :: Tropical House Special

Tropical House Special
by Jessica
      

Hi, it’s Jessica from Everyday Party Magazine sharing a Summer Sips Recipe. 

1 oz Cruzan Coconut Rum

1 oz Blue Curacao 

4 oz cut pineapple

6 oz fresh orange juice

1 cup of ice

Pour all ingredients into blender (or if you have a Margaritaville, add all but the ice to the jug, and add ice as normal) 

Blend for 60 seconds or until smooth (or until the Margaritaville is finished) 

Pour into your favorite {pool safe} Tervis cup, garnish with an Eye Candy Creative Studio drink umbrella, enjoy, and repeat! 

Optional: add a shot of Malibu Red tequila rum blend as a floater.

Happy Summer Sipping!

Download your FREE Drink Umbrellas here

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Guest Contributor: Jessica Roe

Jessica is a DIY’er and the editor in chief of Everyday Party Magazine.  When she isn’t styling parties for her magazine, she can be found tinkering with tools or playing at Disney with her family.

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SUMMER SIPS :: Classic LEMONADE + a Twist

Classic Lemonade + a Twist
by Melissa

      

Summer, summer, summertime….let’s just sit back and unwind….I love that song from the 80’s!   What I love even more is a great mocktail or cocktail on our deck on a warm night.

Today I have a CLASSIC LEMONADE recipe for you.  Using fresh lemons, water and sugar – pretty easy!

8 Lemons

1 cup sugar

1 cup water (for the simple syrup)

1 cup lemon juice

3 – 4 cups cold water (to dilute)

Ice

Juice fresh lemons (I use my Kitchenaid, but you can also do this by hand)

 Strain the juice so you have no pits or pulp. 

 Mix your 1 cup of sugar with your 1 cup of water in a pan and heat until you dilute the sugar (simple syrup). 

Add the lemon juice to your simple syrup.  Mix then add your 3 -4 cups of cold water (to taste).  Serve with fruit over ice.

For the adults, you can add some rum or vodka for a splash of crazy!

Throw in a cute Cocktail Umbrella from Laura’s Collection and you have a fun drink that you can cool off with.

BONUS:  Use your lemon halves to clean you sink faucets and bathroom fixtures. Helps get any of the grime off and sparkles like new!

Until next time – Party On Friends!

Download your FREE Drink Umbrellas here

 

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Guest Contributor: Melissa Newell

Melissa Newell has been planning and executing parties for over 20 years - parties have always been a passion of hers.

 

 Melissa’s motto is Go Big or Go Home! She celebrates with her children every chance they get - making each day a celebration of Life!

Creativity on a budget and the attention to the smallest of details is what she is known for.

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SIPS :: Iced Coffee at Home

Iced Coffee at Home
by Kimberley

If you don't already know this about me, I am a coffee lover. Big time. I met my husband at Starbucks. I am practically made of coffee, I drink so much of it. 

When Laura designed these beautiful drink umbrellas the first drink that popped to mind was "coffee!" but hot coffee wouldn't work so of course I made my iced coffee and it was perfect. 

If you haven't made iced coffee at home before there are a few things you need to know: it is really easy. So easy that you will wonder why you have been paying so much. It is that easy. Secondly, it tastes much better. There is always something about homemade that is just so much better.

So, brew up some coffee (or even decaf) and make this for an afternoon treat or for entertaining this summer. You can increase the recipe for as many as you like and even serve in a pitcher. Have fun with it, add flavors, and be sure to top it with some eye candy.

Also, I have a special Cook Like a Pro tip for you too!

Iced Coffee Recipe

-for 2 tall glasses as pictured-

·   - 1 cup cold, brewed coffee (the best way to do this is save the last cup from the day before or the morning, put in fridge, and it is ready to go when you feel like it)

- 1/2 cup cold milk

- ice

Fill glasses with ice. I like a lot of ice (and even coffee ice cubes work for this!) and then pour milk. Then pour coffee over ice and milk- this is how you will achieve the beautiful ombre effect. 

Sweeten with sugar, honey or vanilla syrup, if you like it a little sweet.

Top with straws and drink umbrellas.

Kick back, relax, and enjoy your easy (inexpensive) homemade drink!

If you prefer to make an iced coffee cocktail, simply add a shot of Baileys Irish Creme or Kahlua Coffee Liqueur for that extra kick. ;)

Cook Like a Pro

I have owned every kind of coffee brewer- drip, espresso machines (yes, multiple), stove top, French press, and so on. After many years of brewing coffee at home I have gone back to the simplest brewer, the French press. It makes the best freshly brewed coffee, it is an inexpensive option, and it is so easy. You can never go wrong with it. Simply freshly grind your beans as you brew and boil water. Sometimes simple really is better. 

Download your FREE Drink Umbrellas here

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Guest Contributor: Kimberley Mulla

My Mom gave me my first cookbook when I was six years old. I have been baking & cooking ever since.

I specialize in artisan marshmallows & confections. I want to sell a product that I would feed my children. The ingredients are simple, often local, organic & fair trade as well.

I love making marshmallows. Every single one. It brings me so much joy to create something unique, tasty, and delightful.

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