Ready set and roll with items on hand to make an impromptu gathering special yet practical. So here’s the scoop…our Wednesday night couples Small Group from Church is ending next week and a potluck is planned at our house. I get an email from Debbie informing me that our leader and very good friend Ginny and her husband Craig are celebrating their 50th anniversary the day after our meeting. Here is our stressless, simple and cost effective soiree on the fly – Theme...
It’s a big weekend coming up, and we’re pumped to party, patriotic-style! Check out our quick guide to an explosively awesome Independence Day done right, with a few past posts for a pretty awesome celebration: Chill Out with Cool Recipes for a Hot Weekend: Caprese Salad + Ceviche Style Shrimp Sauce. Looking for more crisp and cool salad ideas? Be sure to check out our go to salad guide HERE!! A Tablescape as American as Apple Pie! A Man Cave Stand-By: Easy BBQ’d...
Berry Boxes gone July 4th! Yes, we’re still using those after Christmas cheapies in July…to give the gift of red, white, and BOOM to our sensational summer hostesses. A little 3P Summer Secret: A patriotic or red, white, and blue umbrella can add shape or dimension to any tablescape. Berry Box #1: A hostess gift – red, white, and blue! What a sight, grounded with a few patriotic plates and of course glue dots. July 4th gifties include – – Outdoor votive...
Well, once again our Joyful Jana – gift giver and “frieder” gifted me with the best Taco-Tastic Summer Celebration Gift ever, and 3P thought we’d put this on parade for our readers to share! This Taco’s Gone Terrific Package Included: *Taco Bell Taco Shells *Taco Bell Hot Sauce *Pretty “Paperables” (napkins + plates), so practical and cute! *Sunny Yellow Taco Holders. I have not seen these before. This hot summer find can be found at Bed, Bath and...
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY FROM 3P! We’re off to celebrate but couldn’t resist sharing one quick dad-a-riffic idea done easy. This Paint Pail from our garage was the perfect centerpiece to center around Dad on Father’s Day morning, all decked out with Chris’ favorite coffee, FD cards, and of course – “his paper”; all awaiting his special day arrival… This catchy DIY Centerpiece: – Paint Pail (available from HOME DEPOT!) – Stuffing for bottom....
Inside the Cave – Looking to be a little “edgy” with your Father’s Day gift this year? Go CRATE! Yes, “Man Crates” are the newest craze in manly gift giving efforts this year… The idea is not one simple item, it’s a total “Manly Experience” for Dad! Our 3P experts did extensive research and determined that many Dad’s are “FOODIE’S” of some sort, (I agree) and came up with a great ONE-STOP SHOPPING idea for you. Run, don’t walk to Trader...
In the days of Pinterest and sometimes lavish registries…bridal shower gifting options are ENDLESS. But what to give your gorgeous bride to be that will REALLY win her heart (and her hubby-to-be’s) + build lasting marriage-time memories? DATE NIGHT GIFTS! We encouraged our guests to give from their hearts with going out or staying in secrets for the married couple to be. And let us tell you…boy did they score! Here are three must-give gifts for a romantic evening...
Shower decor can be a breeze when you re-purpose past party favorites for current party fun! We found linens for a steal from Tablecloths Factory, dug through our St.Patrick’s Day event box, and made a few budget savvy purchases for favors and gifts. Our menu was a snap, as our bride is a mega-fan of breakfast: so our Blarney Bake (recipe available here), fresh fruit + her must-have potatoes were key players. Here’s how we dressed or shower-savvy tables + served up an ab-fab brunch! Going Crimson and Clover without looking Christmas...
They say April showers bring May flowers…well in our case, an October WEDDING brought a MAY SHOWER! We had an absolute BALL dreaming up the perfect bridal brunch for our beloved bride (and sister/daughter), Marissa. Yep, you heard it here first: MARISSA AND MIKE ARE GETTING MARRIED! She has asked Jessi to be her maid of honor, and wouldn’t you know it…Mom’s the wedding planner. 🙂 Her wedding color of crimson and love of all things Irish tied together...
You’ve seen our frieder Cheri craft manicotti noodles into napkin rings…and you’re in for a savory treat this week! Our frieder Susan recently supplied our hungry OCC team with a succulent manicotti supper from scratch. This could be the Practically Perfect meal for Pop! Hearty stuffed pasta with two tasty sauces…a manly meal doesn’t always have mean meat and potatoes. Begin by boiling water to prepare manicotti pasta as directed, most boxes are...
Practically Perfect Planner is a blog about bringing joy to every event in your life and the lives of others – through fast organization, easy planning, and money saving tips. It’s all about life, love, and lifestyle – because everyone can be PRACTICALLY PERFECT
