Kara’s Week in Review What a great week this has been–prepping for Halloween. I have loved getting ready for Halloween parties and putting costumes together. The parties this week were fantastic, as always. My 4 favorites include the following: Black, White & Gold Geometric Bridal Shower Vintage Carnival + Amusement Park Birthday Party Roots and Wings Woodland 1st Birthday Party Lego Joint Birthday Party Love Kara’s Party Ideas? Keep up with the latest party ideas, FREE party printables, tutorials, recipes and more by following Kara’s Party Ideas on Pinterest!...

This exquisite KENTUCKY DERBY THEMED BRIDAL SHOWER was submitted by Katie Farmer of The Pretty Party Shoppe . Wow, what a beautiful bridal shower! There are so many darling ideas and details that are just priceless; from the darling cupcakes to the Kentucky Derby ribbon banner! This party is too cute and would work perfectly for not only a bridal shower, but a birthday party as well. My favorite Kentucky Derby party ideas and elements from this lovely event are: The cute cupcakes garnished with fondant purple roses and mint leaves The darling Kentucky Derby ribbon banner The cute yogurt parfaits The cute horse shoe wreath used as a backdrop The cute horse cake pops The cute mint julep bar The fun cupcake grandstands The darling purple rose cookies and MORE!...

The only thing that is keeping us from experiencing the “end of summer blues” is the fact that there is a new animated adventure from the Warner Bros. Pictures’ LEGO® franchise. Yes, folks, it’s “The LEGO NINJAGO Movie” in theaters this Friday (September 22)! The big screen NINJAGO adventure stars Dave Franco, Justin Theroux, Fred Armisen, Abbi Jacobson, Olivia Munn, Kumail Nanjiani, Michael Peña, Zach Woods, and the legendary Jackie Chan....

This charming LITTLE RAY OF SUNSHINE FIRST BIRTHDAY PARTY was submitted by Tiffany Jeffery of Bits & Parties . What a delightful party! I love how bright and cheerful it is with its yellow and pink color scheme. I also love the darling pinwheel labels; they’re so cute! This party is full of fabulous ideas that would not only work perfectly for a birthday party, but a Summer party as well....

“My, what big teeth you have”! Sound familiar?!…If so, you’ll love this darling Little Red Riding Hood Adventure Birthday Party by Kaye Garcia of Kaye Garcia Events, out of the Philippines! From the custom bunting & decor to the fabulous Little Red Riding Hood themed sweets; this event is full of woodland wonder! While traipsing through the forest, on your way to grandmother’s house, be sure to check out the following details:...

I am enamored by this Luxe Christmas Dinner by Lauren Myers of Oh How Charming, out of Fort Myers, Florida, USA! Featuring a charming and traditional red and green color palette accented with the most stunning decor, this celebration embodies Christmas for sure! So, scroll down and get ready to be amazed by these included details certain to leave you dazed: Gorgeous Red Velvet Couch Rustic Wood Table Fresh Pine Garland accented with Pine Cones Gold Candlesticks + Red Votives Knotted Plaid Napkins atop Clear Plates & Gold Chargers Crystal Glassware Gold Flatware Watercolor Place Cards paired with sprigs of Eucalyptus and Pine...

Keren said this about planning the party- “We were lucky enough to decorate this lovely Mardi Gras party, held in the village in NYC. A little boy’s first birthday party with a little something for everyone. We had a children table as well as an adult table. Masks, stickers and beads were given to the children to play with. A photo booth with Mardi Gras props was set up for the guests to take pictures....

This sweet MATRYOSHKA DOLL THEMED BIRTHDAY PARTY was submitted by Francisca Neves of Cupcake . This is such an adorable party! I especially love all of the darling desserts and sweets in this party! From the cute Matryoshka Doll cookies and cake pops to the cute cake! This party is absolutely darling and is fill with really cute ideas that would be perfect for any little girl! The Matryoshka Doll party ideas and elements to look for from this darling birthday celebration are: The darling matryoshka doll cookies The fantastic matryoshka doll cake pops The cute cake The darling floral and Matryoshka doll “Leonor” banner The adorable favor bags and MORE!...

This fabulous MEDITERRANEAN BIRTHDAY PARTY was submitted by Lynda Saker. Oh boy are you in for a special treat with this party! The overall vibe to it is so fun and unique and I love the creative hors d’oeuvres and sweets! This party is spectacular and has ideas that could be fit for the young or old! The Mediterranean birthday party ideas and elements that I like most from this cute and unique celebration include: Darling cake adorned with a fondant fez hat and traditional wooden Oud guitar Cute traditional fez hat cupcake toppers Fabulous date drinks garnished with fresh tomatoes and strawberries Exotic tassel garland and MORE!...

Swim right up and be kissed by the sea, this Mermaid Kisses Birthday Party is as cute as can be! Filled with elements glam and sweet, this beautiful bash by Tara Swanson of Parties Made Pretty, out of Perth, Australia, just can’t be beat! Details to swoon over from this sensational splash, include: Gorgeous Ombre Glam Balloon Installation Pastel Bistro Chairs Floral Green Runners Rose Gold Mylar Balloons + Banners Shimmering Table Settings + Plates Charcuterie Grazing + Party Table Rose Gold Mermaid Cake Seashell Gift Bags...

This fabulous MICKEY MOUSE PARTY was submitted by Cristine Josme Festas Personalizadas. What a fun Mickey Mouse Party! I love all of the darling Mickey Mouse ideas and details! This party has so many cute ideas that would be perfect for any Mickey or Minnie Mouse celebration. My favorite Mickey Mouse party ideas and elements from this awesome event are: The cute Mickey Mouse cake The fun Mickey Mouse backdrop that shows Mickey throughout the years The cute Mickey Mouse macarons The fun Mickey Mouse sketches in frames and MORE!...

Simply soaring over this Minimal Scandinavian Inspired Aviation Birthday Party by Carly Stevenson of Sassy Snaps, out of Perth, WA, Australia! Its monochromatic color palette and cute decor are certain to have you flying with delight! While boarding, be sure to check on the following favorite details: Adorable Aviator Party Signage Carry-on Luggage – Gable Favor Boxes Cloud Place Mats In-Flight Snack Bar Time Flies Party Backdrop Hangar Directional Sign Scrumptious Dessert Towers In- Flight Food Trays...

This stupendous evil employer-loving Minion party was submitted by Lucinda Gould-Lent of The Coop . “TaaDaa!” Minions, Minions, and even more Minions! This party is full of Minion mischief and madness! Be sure to spot the incredible Minion cake– it will blow your mind! Plus you can’t miss all of the other fun and modern details such as the honeycomb banana balloon streamers, adorable fondant Minion cupcake toppers, and fabulous balloon banners and backdrops!...

Swimming around for boyish party fun? Take a bite out of this Modern Baby Shark Birthday Party by Michelle Kendall of Paper & Parties, out of Langley, BC! Splashing in with a mod blue + white color palette and awesome shark decor, this first birthday bash is terrific! Favorite elements, which are certain to get ya if you don’t watch out, include: Shark Balloon Installation Cute Shark + “1” Cookies Blue & White Striped Plates + Cups Blue Ombre Cake Fin & Tooth Party Hats Snap-lid Blue Water Jello Cups Shark Fin Cupcakes...

Got a love for Sephora that runs deep?! If so, feast your eyes on this incredible Modern Glam Sephora Party submitted by Natalie Mayhew of Fern & Maple out of San Francisco, California! Its modern glam decor, awesome stationery + party signage, and incredible vendor tables are sure to have you drooling with envy! The party elements that you just can’t miss from this fantastic Modern Glam Sephora Party include:...

Dive in deep and look around, for this Modern Shark + Ocean Party can be found! Styled by Poa Encantado, out of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; this adorable second birthday bash is packed with fabulous details, certain to make a splash! Some of which, include: Strung Shark Name Banner Blue Layered Watercolor Cake Modern Wire + Print Pinned Backdrop Boated Macarons Milk Bottles wrapped with Twine Modern Shark + Ocean Party See a collection of our 2nd birthday parties here!...

Ready for some swooning today? I’ve got the perfect Mom & Me Valentine’s Day Party coming your way! Submitted and styled by Keisha Boutilier of Loving Littles , out of British Columbia; this event is full of darling details that that you will gush over! The Mom & Me Valentines’s Day Party ideas + elements sure to catch your eye from this sweet occasion, include: Heart flower wreath An adorable semi-iced naked cake topped with strawberries and gypsophila Heart doughnuts Homemade marshmallow pops Darling Valentine’s Day prints Cute churro bar Heart banners + Valentine bunting...

This lovely MOTHER’S DAY MOTHER + DAUGHTER BRUNCH PARTY was submitted by Christina Christian of Something Chic . This party is absolutely beautiful! The pastel color palette is so sweet and I simply love the floral stationery! This party is sure to impress and could easily work for any Spring time event! The Mother’s Day Mother + Daughter Brunch party ideas and elements that you won’t want to miss from this beautiful occasion are: The cute swizzle stick cake toppers The darling floral stationery The cute pink gable boxes The fabulous mini ripple kraft cups The darling place settings The cute wooden glass muffin container and MORE!...

This awesome MOTORCYCLE RALLY FOURTH BIRTHDAY PARTY was submitted by Paula Biggs of Frog Prince Paperie . What a cool party for a little boy! I love all of the vintage printable designs, they are so cute. I also love the fun photo op where the guests got to take a picture on a motorcycle; how fun! There are so many fun ideas in this party that any little boy is sure to love!...

Ready for a day out at sea? Check out this adorable Nautical Themed 100th Day Party submitted by Ling Chong of Bash by Ling out of Hong Kong! Its custom sweets, fun nautical decor, and fabulous party signage are sure to have you sailing with joy! Be sure to spot these darling details featured in this fabulous occasion: Three tiered nautical-inspired cake Sailboat place cards Seashell macarons with pearls Sailboat cupcake toppers Nautical sailboats and anchor decorations Dapper blue and white striped table cloth and table runners Rustic seaside rope And anchor sugar cookies!...