A Sweet Valentine’s Day Party

Valentine’s Day is so much fun for both old and young alike.  When my daughter’s teacher messaged me to see if I’d like to help host a Valentine’s Day party for her class, I was so excited!  I knew immediately that I would love to use the I Heart Valentine’s Day collection from Anders Ruff   […]

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A Lego Ninjago Inspired Birthday Party

When your son and his friends love Lego Ninjago, planning a Lego Ninjago inspired birthday party is an exciting choice!   Maureen set the bar high for this theme when she styled her own son’s ninja party a couple of years ago.  Coming up with new ideas for party decorations, ninja desserts, favors and activities was a fun […]

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All Aboard! A Girl Train Birthday Party!

Parties by Krista of Hoopla Events are a regular feature here, so it should come as no surprise that when Krista asked Maureen to design a girl train birthday party invitation and coordinating décor, she happily obliged.  I (Jen from Banner Events) had the privilege of helping Krista plan and style this special party for […]

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A Wickedly Sweet Witch Inspired Halloween Party

Here at Banner Events, we are huge Halloween fans! Planning a Wickedly Sweet Witch inspired Halloween Party was a dream come true.  Conjuring up a mix of cute and creepy decorations, sweet & scary treats and spellbinding favors was so much fun!  We hope you find delight from the spooky festivities captured by the talented […]

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A Glittery Glam 40th Birthday Party

Hi Anders Ruff readers!  I’m excited to share with you a gorgeous celebration held in honor of Krista O’Byrne of Hoopla Events!  If you are planning a glam 40th birthday party, you won’t want to miss the beautiful details! Turning 40 definitely calls for an extra special celebration! Thanks to the help of some great […]

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A Pink Flamingo Birthday Party

Hi Anders Ruff fans.  It’s Jen Carver of Banner Events here to share an amazing party my friend, Krista O’Byrne of Hoopla Events styled for her daughter!  Hues of hot pink and black and white stripes combined with clean, modern lines & darling flamingo details made this pink flamingo birthday party an incredibly fun soiree to style […]

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All-American 4th of July Celebration

Jen Carver of Banner Events here to share a 4th of July Party that I put together recently. We love celebrating Independence Day with an All-American 4th of July celebration.  When we realized we were off the hook this year for planning & hosting the big festivities for the 4th, we decided to throw our […]

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Glam Camping Birthday Party

Jen Carver from Banner Events here to share a colorful & girly glam camping birthday party with you. Inspired by the fabulous invitation and printable décor first seen in the glamping birthday party for Bachelorette star Emily Maynard’s daughter, Ricki, styled by Anders Ruff, I set out to put my own unique twist on an […]

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Lights, Camera, Birthday: A Hollywood Movie Party!

Lights, camera, birthday!  Jen Carver of Banner Events here to share a recent movie party that I styled for my boys!  We recently rolled out the red carpet (literally), to welcome guests to the premiere of our two sons’  Hollywood movie themed birthday party!  It was such a fun theme, perfect for any age or gender […]

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AHOY! A Nautical Backyard Summer Bash! {Great 4th of July Ideas!}

Ahoy there! Jen Carver of Banner Events here to share a party theme perfect “from sea to shining sea”.  We invited our family & a couple of friends to join our “Carver Crew” for a sailin’ good time at a nautical inspired 4th of July party! Living near the Pacific Ocean, I have always had […]

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A Gorgeous “Jewel of the Nile” Egyptian Spa Party

Our “Jewel of the Nile” recently turned 8 and invited her friends to come celebrate– Egyptian style. I have to admit, I was thrilled when Kaylee asked for an Egyptian spa party.  She’s the 3rd in a line of women who are obsessed with all things Ancient Egypt.  (I did a study abroad there while […]

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A Star-Spangled Giveaway with $700 worth of Prizes!

Jen Carver here from Banner Events with a special star-spangled giveaway just in time for your 4th of July celebrations!  I am so excited to be teaming up with Oriental Trading Company, Anders Ruff Custom Designs and several other amazing companies (see below) for a fun nautical themed 4th of July shoot this year!  In honor of our collaboration, we […]

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Happy Graduation: Class of 2013

It’s graduation season all around the country!  Such a special occasion calls for a grand celebration! Want to add a little extra “pomp and circumstance” to your grad party?  Be sure to check out the amazing new “Modern Graduation” printable collection by Anders Ruff. If you love tying all of the details of your events […]

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An Elegant Shabby Chic Baptism Dessert Social {+ Tips on Incorporating Printables in Your Next Event}

My sweet daughter turned 8 in March.  Eight is an important age in our church as it is the age children can choose to be baptized.  Of course, as parents we wanted to support our daughter in this decision & celebrate her day.  I hope you will enjoy the photographs, beautifully captured by Karina Rigtrup […]

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Breakfast With Tiffany Diaper Shower

When you have a gorgeous & glamorous friend named Tiffany who just so happens to be expecting a baby boy, hosting a “Breakfast With Tiffany” baby shower is a no-brainer.  (This theme is so versatile! Think: bridal shower, baby shower, birthday and more! Substitute any special mom or bride-to-be’s name for equally as much fun!) Inspired by […]

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