Try This Thurdays- Paper Treat Cones & Display

Having a party? Check out this amazing tutorial for paper treat cones! How stinking cute, right?? Not only is it cute, but it's a fairly simple project that should take you no time at all. The tutorial includes a free template for the cones, and you can customize the color to match your scheme/theme. Hop on over to The Hostess Blog for the full tutorial.

Try This Thursdays- DIY Ice Cream Parlour

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Ok, I know that summer's coming to an end. However, since everyone loves ice cream, the idea of a DIY ice cream bar allows you to enjoy it this guilty-pleasure year-round! Is this not the most adorable thing you've ever seen in LIFE?! Great for parties and baby showers! Head on over to Eat, Drink, Chic for full tutorial.

'Try This Thursdays'...Jell-O Centerpiece

Is this not the cutest idea for a centerpiece you've ever seen? This simple tutorial from www.weddingobsession.com makes it easy to turn your blah tables into colorful conversation pieces! I think it would be even sweeter to tie coordinating ribbon around the vase! Great for baby showers and kids parties.

Directions:

- Combine six boxes of Jell-O powder in half the amount of water specified (to get a more vibrant color).
- Chill the mix in your choice of vase for approximately 30 minutes.
- Push the flowers into the semi-firm gelatin
- Refrigerate until completely firm

Now how simple was that??

ZEBRA THEMED BABY SHOWER....

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Who says all baby showers have to be tame and conservative? I sure don't!! Add some excitement, flair and spice with a zebra-themed baby shower!

Make sure to have splashes of color throughout as the black and white print can become a bit redundant. Bright colors work best- think chartreuse, fuchsia or even orange.

Paper lamps in coordinating solids are ideal for decor. Also consider candles as they are inexpensive yet elegant.

Zebra-printed cookies could serve as favors, or grab some cute little favor boxes and fill them with candies. I guarantee your guests will go wild!!

♥ Zebra-printed note cards ($20.00)- paperfrostingdesign.etsy.com
♥ Favor box ($2.50)- lilyelle.etsy.com
♥ Party banner ($18.00)- annemarie303.etsy.com