Need summer decor inspiration? Check out our favorite warm weather reads!
When it comes to the summer months, there are an endless amount of party opportunities! The festivities kick off next week with Memorial Day weekend, and keep us busy all the way till the end of summer for Labor Day weekend, with some great activities that are promised in between—backyard BBQ’s, Father’s Day parties, bridal showers, graduation parties, 4th of July, and much more!
To help you get excited about all of the upcoming summertime events that will keep your guests laughing and the drinks flowing, we have put together some of our favorite entertainment and decor blogs that are chalk full of summer party inspiration! Pair some of the fantastic DIY projects and decorating ideas on these blogs with some quality My Paper Shop party supplies, and you’ve got everything you need to kick your summer parties off in style!
1. The Glitter Guide
To throw a great party that is truly worthy of its own Pinterest board, check out The Glitter Guide for everything from DIY projects, to inspiration posts, to tried and true party recipes that will have your guests coming back for seconds. This blog also posts daily about a number of topics that cover everything girly, including shopping guides for your next party outfit and unique activities to try on your (rare) open summer weekends!
2. How Does She?
A great go-to guide for any upcoming holiday party or event, How Does She? features regular blog posts about entertainment, DIY projects, party decor, and festive recipes. Their holiday section is especially great, whether you’re planning a birthday, a theme party, or a simple 4th of July barbecue. They recently posted a great recipe for Apple Pie Floats for the whole family—a perfect warm weather, American treat for Memorial Day weekend, don’t you think?
3. Chickabug
Even the most hard-core Do-It-Yourselfers will still find new inspiration and creative ideas they have never seen before on the Chickabug blog. A great resource for every single step of the party planning process—from inspiration, to decorating, to delicious eats—there is no shortage of creativity on this DIY craft blog.
4. The Busy Budgeting Mama
Looking to throw a great birthday party for your son or daughter this summer, but don’t want to break the bank at the same time? The Busy Budgeting Mama knows your struggle, and she has perfected the art of amazing party planning on a budget! Be sure to look through past parties for some serious DIY decor inspiration, as well as some tips on where to save money and where you can cut party costs. We especially loved her carnival themed party which helped to inspire our blog post on unique ways to decorate with party streamers!
5. My Sister’s Suitcase
Want to keep your DIY craft inspiration going long after the party has ended? My Sister’s Suitcase blog not only has a number of great holiday decorating posts to get the party started (and even some great pre-made printables to get you on your decorating way), but there is also a large amount of home decorating ideas and upcycling projects that will keep you crafting all summer long!
Did we miss one of your favorite summer DIY and decorating inspiration sources? If so, be sure to share your favorite blogs with us in the comments below! Also be sure to keep tuned in to the My Paper Shop blog all summer long for continuous party decor ideas and inspiration!
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