Have you ever been to a white elephant party? It's a great way to recycle some of those unwanted gifts from last year. Each person brings "a white elephant gift." If they don't have an unwanted gift to bring they can bring a joke gift. It's a lot more fun than a regular gift exchange! You can do a regular gift exchange this way or play various … [Read more...]
Luau! Easy Inexpensive Party
A Blue Ocean Cocktail I love a good luau. It's the perfect party any time of year, but having it outdoors when the weather is wonderful is extra special. Looking for a cheap luau food menu? Read on! Enjoy inexpensive luau foods in a festive island atmosphere that is easy to put together. Tell your guests there will be prizes for the … [Read more...]
Easy Ideas for a Fun Fourth of July Celebration
I love something on my front door to set the mood for a Fourth of July party. Here's a great-looking wreath that costs just a couple of dollars. Cheap chic at its best! Use a wreath form from the craft store or get a length of foam pipe insulation at the hardware store for about a dollar. Duct tape the ends together to make a wreath form. You … [Read more...]
A Terrific Oscars Party for Less
I just couldn't resist making a line-up for the Oscars. If you are having a party to watch any of the awards shows, I hope you find some good ideas here. The recipes are in burgundy text. Red Carpet Arrivals: Dazzling Strawberries with Ruffled Whipped Cream Opening Number: A Salute to Busby Berkeley by 3-Ingredient Appetizers Our Oscars … [Read more...]
Oktoberfest German Potato Salad: Yum!
This recipe for potato salad is really good, really cheap, and has that authentic Oktoberfest flavor. It uses vinegar instead of mayonnaise and is lower in calories than recipes using mayo. With plenty of bacon how can you go wrong? Three reviewers from Germany talk about the linked recipe: "I am German and even live there. We never use peeled … [Read more...]
Entertain for Less but Keep the Fun!
Going out with friends can get expensive. How about some new ways to cut costs but still have a great time? Brunch can be fairly inexpensive to give with you providing all the food, but it's easier to do with everyone bringing something. On a Sunday, you might ask people to bring their Sunday newspapers if they have them. I like this kind of get … [Read more...]
Harry Potter Mania: Costumes, Food, and Decor to Craft
I'm not a fan of the Harry Potter books/films. Sorry. It just doesn't speak to me--science fiction is my preferred area of fantasy. But if you love Harry Potter, this is for you! The crafts include Luna's radish earrings, a really cool wand, a marauders map, chocolate frogs, cockroach clusters, pudding cauldrons (my favorite), peppermint … [Read more...]