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InStyle: Parties
By InStyle Magazine (Editor), Tracy Dockray (Illustrator) Find 20 of the most popular party guides published in InStyle magazine over the last five years. Playful themes, fresh and simple recipes, sexy drinks, elegant decor, handy time tables, and a non-stuffy approach makes it easy to stay on top of all the details. Hardcover, 192 pages Published October 11, 2005 by InStyle
By Patricia Mendez
Handmade Hostess By Kelly Lee-Creel Kelly and Rebecca have captured the heart of social gatherings and expressing your love for family and friends in the DIY spirit of decorating, baking, and sewing. Discover how easy it can be to plan and create stylishly themed parties for all ages without breaking the bank. Have fun stitching and crafting creative decor projects and matching party favors for your guests. Plus, each party theme comes with its own signature dessert recipe. Dozens of sewing and no-sew projects for all skill levels, ranging from chic, elegant, festive to whimsical. Paperback, 159 pages Published March 16, 2013 by Stash Books
Williams-Sonoma Kid’s Parties By Lisa Atwood
With eye-catching photography that will entice all ages, an easyto-use format, and lots of neat ideas, Kids Parties will inspire creative party ideas. From a pretty pink cupcake party with a butterfly theme, outdoor Easter gathering with a spirited egg hunt, to a spooky Halloween get-together with punch the color of blood, Kids Parties is packed with a year’s worth of fun-filled birthday and holiday celebrations for kids from ages four to ten. Find seven distinctive themed parties, each one features a budget and work plan; menu and recipes; fresh, new ideas for invitations; decorations; and party favors. Plus, suggestions for games, crafts, and other party-time activities. Many of the recipes involve kids-making pizza, decorating lollipops, and frosting cupcakes. Every menu includes great food ideas for party-goers of all ages. Hardcover, 144 pages Published September 1, 2008 by Oxmoor House 18
NOVEMBER 2013 TEX APPEAL
You don’t have to be a gourmet chef or a nervous wreck to throw a great dinner party. Whether you’re an old hand or you’ve never hosted a dinner party in your life, wow your friends and have a terrific time putting together a superb evening. Hostess extraordinaire Patricia Mendez will guide you through every step of the way. Find the answers to all your questions--what to serve, what to do, and how to do it. Everything you need to throw a party that will be the talk-of-the-town. Inside you’ll find: • 13 complete menus with delicious recipes and easy instructions • Full color photographs • Ideas for music, activities, drinks, along with themes for popular occasions • Practical advice and useful party etiquette • 13 checklists to ease you step-by-step through every phase of planning, preparation, and presentation • Confidence so you and your guests enjoy your at-home entertaining to the fullest! Paperback, 176 pages Published August 1st 2008 by Maple Heights Press