Host an Easter party like none other with this no-mess Easter egg decorating party tablescape that will leave you with minimal clean-up and maximum fun.

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You may have been perusing through Pinterest lately seeing all the fabulous party ideas and tablescapes for Easter, but then think to yourself the work is just not worth it. Plus you don’t want to even deal with the mess and craziness of trying to dye Easter eggs with your kids and all their friends. Can you imagine the splashes and stains of food coloring that will end up on your table and floor ruining everything?

Now wait for it…

Imagine Supergirl flying in with her gorgeous red cape and those stunning red boots to say she has saved the day (and your furniture and sanity for that matter.) I am certainly no Supergirl, but I do have the perfect solution so you can still enjoy some Easter traditions with your children, friends, ladies church group, etc. How about a… No-Mess Easter Egg Decorating Party Tablescape!!

There is absolutely no reason why you can’t have some fun without the stress. You will definitely want to check out these ideas and tricks to pull off the same beautiful party tablescapes and Easter egg ideas you just saw on Pinterest but without all the fuss.

No-Mess Easter Egg Decorating Party Tablescape

Don’t get me wrong when I talk about messy egg decorating ideas. I love them and can’t wait to try several that I found. But not necessarily with ten 5 year olds running around my house. Your biggest lifesaver here is going to be using craft decorating eggs. You don’t have to worry about the eggs stinking and having to throw them out. You can even reuse them every year.

Now what are eggs without decorations except plain, white eggs? I personally love and recommend the Illustrated Faith products because you just can’t find anything like theirs. I want others to remember even though we have fun with Easter egg hunts, there is a great reason to this celebration. Their stuff reminds us all of that! (*Don’t forget to use the coupon code, 25FORYOU, for any Illustrated Faith items to get 25% off + FREE SHIPPING!)

They have cross stickers, washi tape with scripture and encouraging quotes, etc. Plus what you don’t use on the eggs can be used later in your journaling Bible and that is never a bad thing. *Check out this Praise and Gratitude Journal I recently started showing you more ways to use any leftover supplies from this party. (See the image below.)

Now also be sure to add in some coloring pencils, gelatos, markers, etc. for any doodling.

Okay, so you have all your supplies together…

But how do we get that “Pinterest perfect” look for our tablescape. It all starts with a few basic supplies. I bought white kraft paper to use for my tablecloth. After all this is an “artsy” party so why not keep it simple. I used this bright striped table runner I already had to add some color and dimension to the plain white paper.

Supplies are done, so now you need containers to keep them organized and keep the mess away. Thinking outside the box is what normally makes those Pinterest gems so popular, so that’s what we will do. Dayspring has a beautiful collection of dishes from their Daily Grace collection that I absolutely fell in love with that works perfect for this type of party. And starting today, they are up to 65% off for a limited time(along with other Spring Decor items) which is incredible and just in time for Easter. You definitely can’t pass up a deal like this.

I have shared sneak peeks of these goodies on my Instagram stories so follow me there to see things first. I’m ecstatic the time has come to share it all with you.

Just because a platter or serving dish is traditionally used for one purpose does not mean you can’t use it in a different and beautiful way. I placed several of their dishes on one side of my table to hold all the different supplies.

Mostly I love how encouraging each dish is with a little phrase for your guests to meditate on while decorating their eggs. You can’t find these types of dishes in stores and most definitely not at these prices. I used the Tall Serving Bowl to hold the eggs because you can’t have an egg decorating party without the eggs. The chalkboard banner decal made into the bowl is perfect for labeling its contents. *A chalk marker is much easier to use than just a piece of chalk too.

I placed different sets of the Illustrated Faith stickers in this “Live a Grateful Life” Divided Serving Dish to keep them sorted and organized. I love how each slot has a different encouraging phrase too.

I used a couple of these “Open Your Heart” bowls to hold different sizes and designs of washi tape that make it really easy to add color to the eggs. That extra little design on the outside is still simple but so cute.

Now what’s a party without food? Not much of one that’s for certain. Save yourself the mess of cleaning up flour and sugar and sprinkles galore in your kitchen by picking up a few appetizers and desserts at your local bakery or market. You will thank yourself later. Trust me. I did use more of the Daily Grace Collection from Dayspring for serving the snacks.

The “Grateful for All God Gives” Platter below is 16″ long making it perfect to serve a large amount of food and different variety too. I placed a variety of cookies leaving the banner in the middle to peek through.

Perhaps my most favorite piece from this collection is the “A Grateful Life is Blessed” Cake Pedestal. This is one that I will be able to use over and over and over. I just love it and may even use it for decorating my kitchen table as a centerpiece. So classic!

With all this sweet, I thought we might need to balance things out with a little salty. These macadamia nuts are delicious but even better served in the “Grace for Today” Sugar/Candy Bowl with that simple little reminder. Throughout the table you will also see this chalkboard labeled “Open Your Heart” Place Cards that come in a set of 4. I used them for not only labeling different food dishes but also to label the different supplies. These are so versatile and not only can be used for place cards.

We have to have a cool drink to wash all these goodies down with which brings me to another one of my favorite pieces which is this “Great God, Grateful Heart” Pitcher. It also has the chalkboard decal that makes it easy for guest to know exactly what’s inside. Place some paper straws in a cute cup in front, and you are all set.

Above the table I added a colorful and simple banner to add an extra pop of color and just absolutely fell in love with it!

Now we just need to get to the fun part which is the egg decorating! Below are a few examples to hopefully give you some inspiration when decorating your own. I used the stickers, washi tape, gelatos, markers, etc. and just love how colorful they are. Save your empty egg cartons as well and cut them in half for guests to use to take their eggs home with them. These are perfect to use to display your eggs too.

Let me know how your egg decorating party goes. Be sure to check out the Spring Decor sale NOW that Dayspring is having before certain pieces sale out. You get up to 65% off. Click here to get shopping now!

Just remember, decorating eggs doesn’t have to be messy and you don’t have to have a red cape like Supergirl to pull off a “Pinterest-worthy” party. You just need a few simple techniques and supplies to make your life easier. Happy Easter!!! And the greatest of these is love,

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Use these baby shower decoration ideas to host the perfect celebration for the special parents. Plus you can change them easily to make them appropriate for girls too.

Let me first start out by saying that today’s post is an extra special one for several reasons. Shall we begin?

1.) My friend Lauren from The Thinking Closet is expecting a beautiful, little girl! How exciting and Yay for her and her husband (who also happens to have the same name as my husband so he must be a good man).

2.) Several of us fellow bloggers who just adore Lauren have decided to throw her a virtual baby shower. I think this is the most brilliant idea since sliced bread. We may not all live close but we can still show her our love and how much we care. Plus it gives all of you an invitation to attend as well. This is probably the world’s largest baby shower ever. (We should win a world record or at least something.)

3.) And probably the best reason of all is that even though these decorations are blue and yes, I know Lauren is having a girl, you can easily change everything to shades of pink and switch out the bow ties for hair bows. No one would ever know the difference.

The reason everything is blue is because my sister-in-law gave birth to the most precious little boy at the end of last year. My mother-in-love and I hosted a “Little Man Baby Shower” for her sweet family. I have been wanting to share details of this celebration and this just happens to be the perfect way to do so. You just have to use your imagination and think pink! Sorry Lauren! I still love you though. I couldn’t go without sharing a picture of him too.

Baby Shower Decoration Ideas

Welcome to my home and Come on in for a tour of this baby shower and be sure to check out below how others are celebrating this birth with food ideas, game ideas, more decorations, free printables, and more. It is definitely the ultimate baby shower.

When guests first arrive, I set up a table where guests could sign the “guest book” or should I say “guest letter.” I got a wooden letter from Michaels and spray painted it white so that it would match the room décor no matter what she used or changed it to later. Sharpie pens and markers were available for guests to sign their name and leave a little message for either Mom or Little Man.

Also on the table was a basket of party favors for guests to pick up when leaving. I got this idea from Pinterest and know it has been done a bunch of times in the past so I can’t take credit for it. We drizzled buttered popcorn with blue candy melt and milk chocolate and then filled clear treat bags with it. I sealed them with washi tape and added a tag that read, “Ready to Pop!” You can also print your FREE printable tags HERE.

Decorations don’t have to be complex either. Think simple but still elegant and classy. I placed a tablecloth and then just added a bowtie banner across the front. I actually made these bowties that are used throughout the party décor from a bow pattern I got in a paper kit from Target a long time ago. Go to Pinterest and search for a bow pattern, and I’m sure you will find something that you can use too. The circle banner was made using a circle punch and actually just sewing it together on my sewing machine.

Add a chalkboard sign which I also made from an old frame I picked up at a yard sale and spray painted the glass with chalkboard paint. I use this board for all sorts of parties and it only cost me pennies. These are the best projects.

Hanging above the entryway table and in the living room were tissue pom poms that I also made. These are so simple and inexpensive to make but look absolutely gorgeous. Darling Doodles has an awesome tutorial to help you make in any size or shape you want. She has tons of pictures to explain the whole process too which makes it even easier.

Now as guests make their way into the living room, they found a gift table set up in the middle of the floor and more tissue pom poms hanging from the ceiling.

As you make your way down the hallway into the kitchen, I hung a flag pendant banner that had pictures of the Mom’s baby bump as it grew over the months. It was fun to see the whole process and miracle.

After you have mingled for a little bit, it’s definitely time to dig in. For the food table which is always the main gathering area at any party, I wanted it to look spectacular and not just like food had been thrown out and ready for us to devour. I placed a tablecloth and then hung more of the tissue pom poms on the corners. On top of the table to name the dishes, I used chalkboard flag stickers and wrote each dish on the tag using a chalkboard marker.

Keep your dishes simple too. We used clear crystal and silver. No need to go out and buy a bunch of stuff when you can use beautifully what you already have.

Now for my most favorite part: Drumroll please!!! The hanging centerpiece over the tablescape. I made more tissue pom poms and bought some of the round tissue honeycombs to give a little dimension. I tied clear fishing wire to the ends of each one and then hung them on the ceiling at different heights. You will definitely need someone to help you look while you are hanging to get them placed where you can see them all. Or you might have superhero abilities. If you do, then come over to my house and give me a hand.

Don’t forget all these baby shower decoration ideas can easily be done for a girl shower by just switching the colors. The bow ties can also easily be seen and used as hair bows. It is just perfect and so versatile which makes this even better if someone is having boy and girl twins.

Now you are probably thinking what about the games and recipes? Don’t worry. I have got you covered. Many other talented and amazing bloggers have some awesome ideas just waiting for you. Check out their ideas as well and get the full baby shower experience. So grab a cupcake and stay for a while!

1. Chai Latte Cupcakes with Cupcake Toppers by Two Purple Couches
2. Guacamole Shrimp Bites from Katie’s Cucina

1. Customizable Baby Shower Invites by Tried & True
2. Baby Nursery Art by One Artsy Mama
3. “It’s a Girl!” Printable Bunting Banner by Just a Girl and Her Blog
4. Baby Shower Decoration Ideas by Southern Couture

1. Onesie Making Station by unOriginal Mom
2. Free Printable Baby Shower Game – Alphabet Cards by Cutesy Crafts
3. Printable Baby Word Search by Simply Kelly Designs
4. Name That Rockin’ Lullaby Baby Shower Game + Free Printable by Where the Smiles Have Been

1. Emergency Diaper Kit with Free Printable by From Wine to Whine
2. DIY No-Sew Baby Headband by Practically Functional
3. Personalized Onesie Tutorial by Ginger Snap Crafts
4. Personalized Onesie Dress by Create & Babble
5. Crochet Scalloped Earflap Hat and Flower by Repeat Crafter Me
6. Starfish Nursery “Love You” in Etched Glass Frame by Whatcha Workin’ On?
7. Knit Bow Baby Headband by It Happens in a Blink
8. Super Sweet Month by Month Baby Stickers by Tori Grant Designs
9. Fearfully and Wonderfully Made Onesie by Sew Woodsy

Once again, a HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to Lauren and her husband on this miracle and addition to their family! This baby girl is blessed to be coming into this world with such sweet and loving parents as y’all.

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Banana Split Ice Cream Party Bar…I really have to control myself when I even think about ice cream must less an ice cream party on top of it. It is definitely my most favorite thing EVER!

Why not take ice cream to whole other level with a banana split? And yes, even complete with a cherry on top! This party bar was a blast to plan and even more fun to enjoy. This is definitely the perfect party to welcome rising temps and warm sunshine with a cool treat for your kids and neighbors.

BANANA SPLIT ICE CREAM PARTY BAR

I always start with a blank canvas really when I’m planning a party tablescape and work my way from the foundation which usually starts with a tablecloth. Let me first say that with party decorations, always check around your house to see what you have first before going shopping. You will be amazed at how much you already have at home that is just as perfect.

For my white cloth tablecloth, I folded 2 curtain panels and placed them on the table. I actually bought these from Ikea when I went to college for my apartment and haven’t used them since then.

To add a little “Ice Cream Parlor” flair, I folded sheets of tissue paper in different colors and then rounded the ends attaching them to the front of the table with tape.

Hanging at the back of the table on the porch railing is a string of patio lights with aqua ornamental balls for the lights. I found these in the Target dollar spot and fell in love. The aqua is an extra pop of color but also perfect to use this summer for cook-outs. You can see them hanging in the background behind all the colorful table decorations.

For the main centerpiece, I made my own gigantic ice cream sundae. The ice cream cup is a wired waste basket with tissue pompoms placed inside. I blew up a red balloon just a little to resemble the cherry. For the stem, I cut a black and white polka dotted paper straw in half and taped it to the back of the balloon for the stem. I cut small pieces of colored paper and added them on top of the pompoms for the sprinkles. For more height, I placed it on top of a plain white cake stand that also came from Target.

I added another banana split decoration using smaller tissue pompoms and a decorative metal canister that once again came from Target. To add a little height, I placed it on top of a small metal pail that I turned upside down.

I used another canister and pail to hold the bananas on the opposite side. Behind the bananas is a chalkboard sign that I made using an old picture frame from a yard sale with chalkboard spray paint. What’s an ice cream party without singing “I scream, You scream, We all scream for ice cream.”

On each side of the table were paper loaf pans and paper bowls for guests to choose from along with the ice cream that I placed in a metal bucket. Place a clear plastic bag inside the bucket with ice to keep the ice cream from melting as fast. The bag also keeps any melted ice from leaking onto the table.

In the center of the table is the most fun part. All those delicious toppings. I found these adorable white canisters with miniature spoons at Michaels and knew they would be perfect for sprinkles. You can’t have a banana split without a cherry on top so don’t forgot those either.

Another metal bucket with a plastic bag same as the ice cream held the chocolate, strawberry, and caramel syrup along with the whipped cream. All of this was then placed on a sheet of scrapbook paper which helped to just add some more color to the tablecloth.

As much as I love paper straws, I am starting to find that these decorative wooden utensils are a new favorite of mine. You can find them in so many different colors and designs lately. I knew these from Michaels would be perfect and “delish” of course.

It’s time to dig in, cool down, and enjoy your sweet treat!

So now that you have all the decorations you need, the ice cream, and all the delicious toppings, you are ready to throw the most adorable banana split ice cream party bar this Summer!

As you can see below, I definitely enjoyed myself…And no I didn’t eat both of them. One of them was Mark’s.

Let me know in the comments below what your Summer plans are and what party or gathering you are looking forward to. Be sure to get your free party planning checklist before planning your next event to keep the stress away as well. 

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