Party themes, food, decorations, and more to help you plan thrifty parties to impress your friends.
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Food Lion for IZEA Worldwide. All opinions are 100% mine. My family is a “gathering” bunch. When I think back on happy memories we’ve made together there is usually a seafood boil at the center of that day. We love an excuse to…
It’s time to celebrate the man of the family. Our heroes when we were children, our rock as a husband, and our best friends- these men have been so much to us and to the people they help raise. “The best way to a man’s heart is through the stomach”, they say. So, here are…
The nectar of the gods. Wine has been a part of cultural celebrations since ancient times. There are Greek and Roman gods that are solely for wine. I mean, the first recorded miracle of Jesus was turning water into wine to keep a wedding party going! Whatever you might be celebrating this post is meant…
I remember my 21st birthday being rather… uneventful. If I could turn back time I would total use one of these 21st birthday party ideas. I wanted to make a robust list that included things do whether you want to include alcohol or not. Here’s a list of my favorite activities that will make your…
Recently I’ve become rather addicted to looking at local “event” happenings using the Facebook app on my phone. One trend that see regularly is sip and paint party events. As an artist type who enjoys a nice Malbec and painting (like I did before my free time was taken over by diapers and finger paints)…
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Food Lion. All opinions are 100% mine. Spring has sprung and summer is near. Its the best time of the year to enjoy the sunshine and breezes that the outdoors has to offer. One of my favorite memories is grabbing a blanket and driving…
Whether you are having a fabulous Hollywood theme party or getting a group together to watch the Oscars or the Emmy’s this post has a whole host of ideas to help you make your party great! Hollywood Theme Party Invitations: I know we are living in the digital age but by golly, I still love…
My twins turned 2 and after having boy parties for 5 years, I couldn’t wait to do a girly mermaid themed party for them. As a kid, me and my cousin used to make believe we were mermaids at my grandmas retirement community pool. So, being a Little Mermaid fan myself and seeing all the…
My BFF recently celebrated her 40th and we made it kind of epic! Because 40 is one of those BIG birthday celebrations I wanted to write a post about the best 40th birthday party ideas to give you a little inspiration whether planning for yourself or a friend. For my best friend’s birthday, we road…
Are you hosting a nice dinner or about to attend one? In this article Rhonda explains setting up a basic table setting as well as which order you should use your utensils when sitting at a basic table setting! Would you like to feel more comfortable sitting before or setting a proper table? Would you…
You know that TLM is all about turning everyday occasions into extraordinary celebrations and it’s especially true when it comes to planning a Happy Galentine’s Day! Yes, you read that right, it’s not a typo, but rather it’s a day designated to show appreciation and to celebrate the special gal pals in your life! This…
In 2017, my family moved from very bustling suburbia to a very small town nestled near the mountains of North Carolina. The one thing they don’t have in my new little town is a party shop believe it or not. So I’ve had to find new ways to find party supplies in my town. The…
Something that I’ve noticed lately is that most of my friends are opting for really simple, yet fun experiential birthday party celebrations. This is right up my alley as I love exploring and trying new things and experiences. I’ve made some really outstanding memories in the past few years! Based on some of the best…
So you’ve got a tween or teen in your house and you’re trying to pull off a birthday party that they will secretly (because they are never going to tell you) like. As well as one that all their friends will like and talk about afterward. That may seem like a lot of pressure but…
You’re probably here because you are trying to brainstorm kids birthday party places, outside your house to host your next party. On the one hand, your house is free but that also means cleaning, prepping, hoping you have enough space for your guests and then cleaning AGAIN. That can be stressful and time-consuming. In this…
I’m not gonna lie, I love to dance. I’ve been to many events with a DJ and you can tell when a DJ knows his crowd, because the party songs are epic, make everyone run to the floor and everyone is loving it. I’ve also been to event where the music more like huh?? And…
This post has two parts. Part one is the recipe for Carrot Cake Cream Cheese Dip and the second half is a simple tutorial for how to take a festive plain old ceramic pumpkin and make it a chic new dip holder! These chic repainted pumpkins can be used during the months of October and…
It seems like everywhere you turn these days everyone has their own signature drink. Soooo…never wanting to feel left out, we decided that you (the ThriftyLittleMom community) should have your own Signature cocktail or mocktail for fall or even Halloween! Get ready for the spiked apple cider cocktail recipe your party guests will love! According…
If you are getting ready for a spectacularly spooky party or just want to have a fun night at home with kids, this is a list of fantastically fun Halloween drinks for kids! Note that each one does offer an option to make the drink into a legit cocktail if you want to serve your…
Do you and your family do special themed food nights around your house? It’s a thrifty way to mix up and spice up family dinner time. This week, whether you are celebrating Cinco De Mayo, Taco Night Whether you are hosting a large group of friends for Cinco de Mayo, famil for Taco Tuesday, a…
Does the Easter bunny bring you a chaotic weekend planning the menu for Easter Brunch, grocery shopping, and the inevitable messy kitchen in addition to dying the Easter egg! How about you decide right now to take charge of the meal, groceries & kitchen by planning ahead so you can enjoy the day! Here’s how…
About a year ago I was invited to a graduation party at my best friend Rhonda’s house. The theme was Harry Potter and I’m not gonna lie, I was pretty darn excited. Rhonda took DIY party decor to an impressively simple yet amazing level with this party and I just had to share it with…
I don’t know about you but I’m straight up addicted to the Instant Pot. Pretty much since they day I stumbled upon an article that said I could cook dried beans without soaking them beforehand, I was hooked. As you know, I struggle with focus and having to soak beans the night before never works…
I love this Instant Pot Dried Bean White Chicken Chili Recipe. If you didn’t know already I’m super obsessed with my Instant Pot (I have the Instant Pot IP-DUO60 7-in-1 Multi-Functional Pressure Cooker, 6Qt/1000W version). My slow cooker is literally collecting dust and I feel sorry for it because it’s kind of like Woody in…
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Save-A-Lot. The opinions and text are all mine. I don’t know about you, but I love Super Bowl parties! There is something about all the excitement in the house, the tasty food, rivalries, comradery and the fun with friends! Even if I don’t watch…