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Showing posts with label diy parties. Show all posts

Graduation Party Favor Ideas... and free printable tags

I love a good party favor... especially if it's budget-friendly. So, with my son's graduation coming up, I decided to create some inexpensive party favors using dollar store goodies. I came up with five party favor ideas (and free printable tags) that you are going to love!



Here are the items I used to create the party favors.




And here are the tags I designed. 




1) The first tag is great to pair with mint gum or pepperments.




To download this tag: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 4x6 photo.


2) The second tag can be paired with store-bought or homemade cookies.




To download this tag: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 4x6 photo.




3) The third tag can be paired with bags of popped popcorn... or these unpopped bags of microwave popcorn.




To download this tag: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 4x6 photo.




4) The fourth tag can be used with any sweet treat. It works with candy AND chocolate. Just pick your favourite.




To download this tag: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 4x6 photo.



5) The last tag can be used with doughnuts or doughnut holes. I used store bought old fashioned doughnuts.





To download this tag: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 4x6 photo.


I love how they all look displayed on the tiered tray I made (in the video you can find here).



You can also get a closer look at how I put all the party favors together below...



PS - If you don't like the gold colored tagged I used, check out the more colorful options below...







Let me know in the comments which of these graduation party favors is YOUR favourite. I don't think I could pick because they are ALL so cute. :-)


Gina
 (aka East Coast Mommy)

Unique and Budget-friendly DIY Graduation Candy Bar... with free signage and tags

I love a good party DIY... and what's better than a DIY Candy Bar. Today, I'm sharing my tips and tricks for putting together a fantastic candy bar on a budget. I'm even including FREE printable signage and tags.



Take a peek at the video (below) for all the information you need to put together your own impressive and budget-friendly candy bar. Then, come back here and download the free signage and tags.



To download this sign I designed: click on the picture below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 5x7 photo.



To download this sign I designed: click on the picture below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 5x7 photo.




To download this sign I designed: click on the picture below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 8x10 photo.




To download this sign I designed: click on the picture below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 8x10 photo.



To download the tags I designed: click on the pictures below, right-click, save them to your computer, and print it like a regular 4x6 photos.





4 NEW Graduation DIYs... made using dollar store supplies

If you want to take your graduation celebration to the next level, you are going to want to pay attention to a few unique and memorable details. Today, I'm sharing 4 NEW graduation DIYs that are awesome, easy, inexpensive and fun! (And make sure to check out the video at the end of this post for all the step-by-step instructions.)




This tiered tray could not be easier to make, and it is perfect for a graduation. And no one will ever know it's made from dollar store plates and candle holders. Find the step by step instructions here.



Isn't this the perfect tray for a dessert table? I might even add a "You're a smart cookie" sign beside it. I love a good pun! 😀




Capturing memories through photos is an important part of any milestone celebration. I love the idea of creating a custom hashtag for guests to use on social media. Make sharing easy with this FREE downloadable sign. Grab your here.




Another fun photo idea is creating a simple "selfie frame". This one is made from a dollar store piece of foam core and dollar store stickers. It's easy, inexpensive, and fun! Find the instructions here.




And check out my handsome graduate...




Displaying photo memories is another wonderful idea. I glued dollar store frames together to make this awesome centrepiece. You can fill it with balloons or flowers. It's also fun to add a "Congratulations" cake topper. Check out the adorable pictures of my graduate below... and see the step-by-step instructions here.







Inspired to create one or more of these graduation DIYs? Check out the step-by-step instructions in the video below...




Do you have a graduation to plan? Are you planning to try any of these graduation DIYS? I think these ideas are perfect for a preschool, junior high, high school, college, or university graduation.


Gina Bell
 (aka East Coast Mommy)

FREE Graduation "Hashtag" Sign

If you want an easy way to capture graduation memories, make sure everyone shares their photos with the same hashtag. I love the idea of setting out a sign as a remember, and I'm sharing the one I designed for free.




To download the sign I designed: click on the picture (above), right-click, save it to your computer and print it like a regular 8x10 photo.

Then, add your hashtag and pop it in a frame. Here's what mine looks like in a dollar store frame. Cute, right?




I'm currently planning my oldest son's graduation, so I'll have more fun ideas and downloads soon. Make sure you follow me on all my social media channels so you don't miss anything!


Gina Bell
 (aka East Coast Mommy)

FREE "bunny tail" Treat Labels for EASTER

I love a holiday treat, and these FREE labels make it SUPER easy to create custom Easter goodies. You can use them "as is", or you can use them to mix up some holiday cocktails / mocktails.




To make the "bunny tail" treat, grab a container of cotton candy, form it into balls, put it in bags, and add the cute tag I designed.




To download the FREE tags I designed: click on the photo below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 4x6 photo.




The bunny tails can be eaten on their own, but they can also be used to make a fun cocktail. Add some 7 up to a glass, and pop in the "bunny tail". Cute, right?




Do you like a holiday cocktail / mocktail? I hope you enjoy this fun drink idea for Easter.

♥ 
Gina Bell (aka East Coast Mommy)

The BEST Ideas for Celebrating NEW YEAR'S EVE at Home

When you have kids (and even when you don't)... sometimes dressing up and heading out to a fancy New Year's Eve party isn't always desirable. So, hosting a family-friendly celebration can be the perfect way to ring in the new year. Today I'm sharing the BEST ideas for celebrating New Year's Eve at home.





Activity Bags
- I love making activity bags that can be opened each hour leading up to midnight. The bags can contain noisemakers, the supplies for a midnight toast, games, and more.


I love having one bag contain the items needed to set up a photo booth.


And including a year in review questionnaire is fun too. 

To download a FREE copy of the one I designed: click on the picture below, right-click, save it to your computer, and print it like a regular 8x10 photo.



Special New Year's Eve Treat
- To make this festive treat, simply add candys to the bottom of a wine glass and top with a decorated cupcake. Cute, right?!?



Adorable New Year's Eve Mocktail - To make this adorable beverage, add sparkling water or 7up to a champagne flute, add a bit of cotton candy to the top, and insert a straw. Easy... but so much fun!



New Year's Eve Party Favours - Every party needs a party favour, and I have three simple options to share.

Breakfast for tomorrow - Add a tag to a small box of cereal or a pop tart.


Midnight Kisses - Add a tag a little bag of Hershey kisses.


Rings to ring in the new year - Add a tag to candy rings.


For a closer look (and full instructions), check out the YouTube video I made.



Will you be celebrating at home this year? I hope you find some of these ideas fun and helpful. Happy New Year!!!!

💗 
Gina (aka East Coast Mommy)

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