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Archive for the ‘Summer’ Category

The Best Labor Day Weekend Party Menu!

Labor Day Weekend is around the corner and we have the perfect menu for you! Why? It’s easy to prepare – allowing you to enjoy the party too! It’s budget-friendly

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Simple Summer Dinner Party For 8 On A Plate!

  This awesome dinner party recipe comes from McCormick Gourmet and chef Chef Christopher Lee.  I love the grilled steak and corn combo – it’s summer on a plate to

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3 Easy Firework-themed Party Ideas For The Fourth Of July

Here are 3 fun ways to decorate and celebrate for the 4th of July.   Each is simple and special and takes its inspiration from Katy Perry: “Baby you’re a

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Four Fabulous Recipes for the Fourth of July

Here are four fabulous recipes from our friends at Good Housekeeping.  Each one is a keeper and they are just perfect for the 4th of July.  I will be adding

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FIRE(works) and ICE(cream) Party on the Fourth Of July!

Simple and special is what we are all about at The Partybluprints Blog.  So here’s an idea for you.  When the sun goes down and the stars light up, invite

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Summer “No-Cook” Dinner Party!

Look what I found!  A No-Cook Dinner Party Menu from Taste.com Australia.  This is a sensational summer menu that doesn’t involve your stove! You can make these easy no-cook recipes

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“Make Ahead” Memorial Day Menu!

Here at the Partybluprints Blog, we have done some polling of friends and family online and off and have discovered that a large majority of you participate in activities (

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Summer Celebration – Outdoor Movie Night!

There’s no better time for Movie Night than summer! With warm weather and the kids home from school, you can take the party outdoors and call action when the sun

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Taste of Summer Party!

Host a Summer Tasting Party this month to celebrate all the fresh fruits and produce that are available this time of year .  A family-friendly idea with make-ahead treats to

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Funnel Cakes – Sweet Summer Treat!

Trying always to be cognizant of what goes into successful entertaining—I have become an observer and student of everything around me. One reoccurring theme I continue to note is the

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3 HOT Ideas for the 4th of July!

Here are 3 of my favorite decorating ideas from the fabulous 15 you can find at GoodHousekeeping.com this month!  Party like a patriot and get the red, white and blue

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Cool Treat For The 4th of July!

I love this simple and special dessert idea for the Fourth of July.  You will need some freezer space so make sure to allow for that ahead of time.  Nothing

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How To Welcome Road Weary Summer Guests

Here is a really refreshing way to welcome road weary guests to your home.  When guests arrive after a long drive serve them a summer treat to help them beat

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S’mores Summer Party

Here’s a great way to add some extra fun to the weekend and have fun this summer. Invite the neighbors over for a S’more Summer Party! This one’s really easy,

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Hot Party Ideas for Summer – 10 Resources From Around the Web!

After surfing the web , I have put together links you’ll love for some of the hottest Summer Party Ideas around! Easy Summer Party Menus – Dinner Party Recipes –

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Host A “Drop Dead Diva” Ladies’ Night Party!

Looking for a simple, special and inexpensive way to host a DIVA style soiree for the girls?  Well, here is it – compliments of Lifetime Television’s Drop Dead Diva! The

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Memorial Day Party Activities with Meaning!

Below we have listed a few Memorial Day party activities for the kids that are fun and meaningful.  Without the sacrifice of our brave soldiers, we would not have an

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“Make-Ahead” BBQ Menu

Labor Day is the last chance to celebrate summer, so invite friends and family over and head to the backyard for some fun! Try this “make-ahead” menu and be a

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A Special Summer Dinner Party Menu

It has been a cool, rainy spring here in New Jersey, but finally (for me) this weekend summer arrived! I got to do a little surfing in the water and

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Fourth of July

Rock the red, white and blue this Fourth of July with family and friends and pay tribute to America with an old fashioned day of fun.  Bring your party back

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Chinese BBQ – No Stress Summer Entertaining

Going Chinese is a delicious and easy way to spice up a BBQ when you’re tired of Hamburgers and Hot Dogs – but still don’t want to spend all day

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Staycation Key West Party – Cocktail BBQ

If economic woes have you grounded this summer, host a Key West Staycation Party! Key West is the perfect location for a staycation “Come as You Are” Cocktail BBQ. Surprise

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Activities for your Memorial Day Celebration!

Welcome Activity: Have guests pick the name of a Historic American out of a hat. While enjoying a beverage, all guests will mingle asking the other guests yes/no questions to

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Patriotic Party Plan: Perfect for 4th of July and Memorial Day

FREE Eguide – Download a 19 Page Patriotic Party Plan Proudly share your patriotic spirit this summer with our FREE 19 Page Eguide. There are three opportunities to rock the

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Transform Your Outdoor Space for Guests

Spring is here so make the most of outdoor space.  Whether yours is a petite apartment patio or a palatial terrace, create a place that is inviting and cozy for

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FREE Fourth of July Eguide

Proudly share your patriotic spirit this summer! Download FREE 19 Page Eguide: includes menu, recipes, cocktail, activities, favors, music, step-by-step instructions, shopping list and more! Pick a day to pay

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