traveling....

Traveling today - didn't go as well as planned! lol... writing to let you know I'll be back to normal schedule tomorrow! Sorry!

hugs!
Kim @ Frost Me!

Halloween party ideas!

Ok, I swore I would wait until at least September but all the Halloween stuff out in the stores is SO making me in the mood!!!

Here is just the start of ways to Frost your Halloween this year!

I love this backdrop! Reminds you to never forget to get creative with your backdrops! And how about those owl cookies?!? so cute! Source

My girl Staci hooked up these McDonald's milk jugs into adorable Halloween vases! With autumn flowers... cute decoration under $2! Source and tutorial

Another inexpensive craft are these bats! And who wouldn't love to get chocolate?!?  Source

Kid's and grown-ups alike would love to have these candy corn inspired parfaits! Source and recipe

speaking of candy corn... How cute is this candy corn cake?!? ...however, the detail I am REALLY loving is the crepe paper ruffle around the cake stand - you could use this trick to coordinate with every event that comes along! Source

Shopping Saturday!

Whew! Just under the wire!!! I have been out shopping all day! lol

A few of my finds...

These wine glass/bottle stands with name plates would be so perfect for a wine tasting party!

Found:  Pottery Barn
Section:  Tabletop
Price: $5 each

I thought these hourglasses would be fantastic at a game themed party! Would look beautiful on the table and would make a great favor or prize too!

Found: Kohl's Dept Store
Section:  Housewares
Price: $7 - $14

How perfect for a pink poodle party?!? Actually a gift card holder, but would make a great favor!

Found: Kohl's Dept Store
Section: Register/gift cards
Price: $5.99

Did you realize that Michael's sold wine corks?  I didn't lol... Pick some up for your next wine party (and grab the things from PB above too!)

Found: Michael's Craft Store
Section: Rocks/Glass beads
Price: $4.99

These crystal covered branches would be beautiful for an ice princess or winter themed party!


Found: Michael's Craft Store
Section: Seasonal
Price: $9.99

I am a basket JUNKIE! I thought these were fantastic for Halloween and Thanksgiving!

Found: Michael's Craft Store
Section: Seasonal
Price: $4.99 - $14.99

Didn't you just say "awwww" when you saw this pic?!? So stinkin cute! Made out of all natural materials... pick them up for your woodland themed party!

Found: Michael's Craft Store
Section: Seasonal end cap
Price: $4.99

... we couldn't resist the cuteness!!! We had to get one of the squirrels!!! My man lovingly named him kindling (rofl) and put him up on the fireplace mantel.  p.s. he carried him like this through the whole store

More nature party inspiration!

Sorry guys but we have wedding on the brain here! We are starting to look at venues!!! WOOHOO! For those that don't know, our theme is fall/nature kind of feel... here is some inspiration from my wedding folder that hopefully you can incorporate into your next event, too! (older, but still fresh, nature inspired frosting)

swoon! Lots of great elements to learn from ... huge painting used as a backdrop, lots of different heights, mix of stands and pops of color... LOVE IT! (pssst... did you notice the moss initials? fab!!!) Source

Natural fiber envelopes would be fantastic for the invites and for the thank you cards! Tied off with a little twine and you have an amazing presentation! Source

I love favors that people can actually enjoy... edible is my 1st choice, plants might just be my second! I love how they used a piece of burlap on the cactus with twine and a little note "love grows" swoon!  A few moss rocks really add a great scene! Source

LOVE this design... but moreover, I love the format... you could do this for any party - use hole punch and rings to create a fantastic keepsake for your folks! (p.s. you so see the birds on there right?!? ... hint hint... pretty close to our format!) Source

Ok, this needs a little twine and maybe a chocolate branch... but I am loving it! ...plus it's a chocolate cupcake, hello!?! Source

Breakfast bar ideas!

Special Edition Frosting! 

Do you guys know Kristy, aka Purple Pug? She is the glitter queen of the partyware/topper world... but she is also recently out-of-control setting up breakfast stations at her house... I had to release a special frosting!

...I love how these remind us to remember to add frosting to every occasion... even if it is just breakfast with your family!

(click on pic to enlarge) Donut bar! Individual pedestals for each donut - so fantastic! Donut kabobs (luv!) and a hanging donut tree - out of control! Love all the bright colors too! Source and tutorial for mini pedestals

(click on pic to enlarge) Koalas and plaid - definitely a good way to my heart! Add powder sugar, whipped cream and waffles... hello?!? Such a quick fun way to make breakfast feel special! Source

(click on pic to enlarge) look closely! Fruit loops on ribbon, milk carton vase, cereal in pails, sucker tops on oranges and when you go to the link, you'll see how she personalized even the spoons! Source

Pink party ideas...

Here are some ways to frost your next pink themed party.... but look closely, you can do these for any color or theme!

A great idea for any party (and helps control heat/sun on the food!)... a party canopy! Hang coordinating fabric on the inside for an eye drawing pop of color! Love the over-sized balloons too! Also, don't be afraid to mix different shades of the same color! Source unknown :o(

Make these tulle balls (hopefully less frustrating than then tissue paper ones! lol)  Source and tutorial

Here's a fun way to add a little color throughout your party space! Ribbons and bow garland! Source

Look for ways to incorporate your color into even store bought items... Love how simple labels and handmade blowers turn these simple metal containers into fabulous favors! Source

I love all these pink details!!! Sprinkled covered marshmallows with a sweet little flower top on the lolli sticks! Like any great dessert table, other coordinating candies are placed throughout.  Peek in the corner - I love the fur and boa details!!! Source

Grownup Pizza Party Ideas!

Why not throw an adult pizza party! What a great reason to have everyone over!

Layout all the ingredients on simple craft paper and write fun combination as inspiration and label each thing right on the table!  Source

Use fresh veggies to create fun centerpieces! I love the idea of putting veggies in vases or jars - all the colors can really make a table look fantastic!  Source found via Gordon Gossip

 Here's another example (and my fav) - artichokes in a simple white pitcher.  Source found via edible crafts

How fun is this? Use kitchen tools as decoration!  I love how whimsical this looks.  Source

Send your guests home with a little Italian or pizza themed basket - maybe some olives. fresh veggies, nice cheese or bottle of olive oil.  Source

did you know?

There are so many new members of the Frosted Family in recent months! I figured I would take a second post a few did you knows!

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Did you know... You can request custom inspiration Frosting Kit to help in planning your next party?

Did you know... Following Frost Me! on Facebook gives you an "extra dab" of frosting for each theme post? Don't miss out! ... you can also follow Frost Me! on Twitter now too! 

Did you know... Frost Me! tries to give you a sneak peak into many parties, instead of just featuring one whole party...but you can just click the "source" links on each pic to see more of each party!

hugs!
Kim @ Frost Me!

Shopping Saturday!

Here are this week's party ideas at local (but national) chains!

Not sure how I missed these before clearance, but these are perfect for a Circus themed party!

Found: Michael's Craft Store
Section: Clearance
Price: $2.99

Loving the darkness theme of Halloween these year! sppooookkkyyy! These busts would be great on a buffet table or even as a cake topper at your Halloween bash!

Found: Michael's Craft Store
Section: Halloween
Price: $1.99

HUGE contrast to Halloween, Christmas at Michael's seems to be a glitter explosion (wink - Kristy ;o)  These are WAY too much for me for Christmas - but what about a Marti Gras or Birds of a feather theme?

Found:  Michael's Craft Store
Section: Christmas
Price: $0.99

I am an avid baker, but sometimes you have to give it up for premade cookie dough! Especially when it has cute little buses!!! How fun for your Back-to-school bash?!?

Found: Wal-Mart
Section: Refrigerated groceries
Price: (wasn't marked, our store frustrates us lol)

All kinds of printed paper bags - not only good for bagged lunches, but also for use at your themed parties! You could have the kids color with markers and use them as loot or favor bags.

Found: Dollar Tree
Section: School end cap
Price: $1

Great collection of little items to use for your Asian themed party! Elephants, dragons, little notepads and purses!

Found: Target
Section: Dollar Bins
Price: $1

Who doesn't love Pooh! Tons of different items for your Winnie the Pooh themed party! Wipe-off boards that would work as buffet signs, notepads and other trinkets great for favors!

Found: Target
Section: Dollar Bins
Price: $1

Apple party ideas!

I love including fruit and veggies into any party decor - inexpensive, colorful and yummy! Why not do an apple themed party? Would be fun to have everyone go to an orchard and pick apples, come back to a fun setup with some of these dabs of frosting...

Think of unique ways to incorporate! I love how they just set them under glass! You could find the round glass at stores like Wal-mart & Target by the table linens.  Source found via barefootbird blog

Cut them up and use them in an apple martini or apple cider mix - use a few whole apples around as decoration.  Source and recipe (slide 15)

I found this apple and flower centerpiece to be gorgeous! You could have to use skewers into styrofoam to hold them in, but wow! Source

Totally on my list to buy now... apple candle carver! hello?!? fantastic! Such an inexpensive way to add such character! Source

I HAVE to put a candied apples on this post! I think these are EXTRA fab! The packaging totally makes this great! - how fantastic are those little flags? - Just craft paper with stickers - any one can do it! Source

Fun Balloon ideas for your next party!

I am feeling a bit under the weather :o(   ... here are a few quick ideas on how to use balloons at your next party!

Balloon wreaths are popping up every where! I love how they incorporated spirals too! Very cute! Source and tutorial

You don't need expensive helium balloons! Just tie string or ribbon across your space and use mini clothes pins to hang the balloons! Source

heehee... I love these balloon embellished flip-flops! perfect for the bday girl! Source

Use balloons to create dinosaurs or other animals to match your theme! Source

Everything seems to be put on a stick lately! ...so why not do a fun balloon cookie on a lolli stick?!? Source