50's Decorations - Dazzling 50's

The events that would most represent the 50's would be the end of the war and the boom of the economy. The people started to party and the celebrations were brought into the works like crazy to celebrate the comeback from the Great Depression and finally that the war was over. Also in the fifties, a whole new age of specific activities such as "dancing and partying" became a whole new desire and fad. Right down to the famous poodle skirts that would swing and toss while dancing all of it was in celebrating the spirit of American Freedom. And like a lot of people, they would like to relive that glorious time. To bring it back to the fore.

If you are one of those people, here is a few helping ideas to help you with the decor you need to accomplish your party:

Jukebox, Rock and Roll Cd's (Albums), Paper Crepe Convertibles: If a jukebox is to be found, it would add the perfect mood to the room. The fifties were all about music and dancing and the jukebox had a huge roll to play in this era. Another thing to help bring back the fifties, is adding the top "rock 'n roll" songs in that jukebox. Also another good idea is on the walls, tape the top music albums that were famous in this decade. Tape famous music artist posters also. Have music records as decorations hung from the ceiling or hung on the wall. Some convertibles made out of paper crepe would be nice too, since the fifties were all about the "convertible".
Poodle Skirts: When seen on the spot, the poodle skirts will always be classified as coming from the "fifties" decade. The poodle skirt is legendary and will always be a classic clothing item for centuries to come. They have always been east to place because like the eighties hair do's, there is NO mistake about that classification. So, in coordination with your party, either have them as decorations or as a costume "must" for your guests and you.
Disco Ball: Although the Disco Ball was engineered before this time, it became a novelty at parties in the fifties and sixties. When the lights were low, you could have this ball shine such color over the entire room. It added a magnificence to the room and made the feel of the room coordinate with the specific songs that were played for dancing. If it was a slow song, it added a calmness of spirit. If it was a rock and roll song, it made the room that much more "Rock and Rollin' ". A very good addition to your party decorations.
Ice Cream Cones and Root Beer Floats: For a food and drink, of course you could have your specific entrees of your choice, but ice cream cones and some root beer floats would add some more fifty feels. And not just as a treat, but as decorations as well. Find some ice cream cone and soda float decorations to help with your decor also.

There are of course more fifties decorations, such as the dinnerware for your guests to have their food and treats on. But also, with just a little creativity, you will have more ideas for your party which will make your party exactly how you want it. Games of your choosing and other decorations would make your party unique and also make it a very memorable one for your guests. So, with all of this, you have a start of what and how to make the fifties come back again, with FULL strength.

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Decorations For Baby Showers

Looking for a surefire way to have everyone talking about your great baby shower weeks after the event is over? Here's the simple answer: set the mood from the moment the ladies walk into the party with fabulous decorations. Attractive and fun baby shower decorations add to the energy and fun of the event, and the secret to successfully choosing these decorations is simple: Set a theme! Having a theme instantly answers questions about all the other parts of the party: color, general decorations, wall decorations, table decorations and food.

Baby Shower Theme

The possibilities are literally endless. Let your imagination run wild while letting your financial circumstances set limits. Here are just a few ideas to get your party juices flowing fast:
Nursery Rhymes - A classic theme everyone can relate to. Tea Party - Perfect for those expecting a baby girl. Disney Characters - We all have fond memories of our Disney pals! Diaper Party - The baby will always have enough diapers to wear with this theme. Send out diaper cut-out invites, decor, and asks guests to bring diaper packets. Stuffed Animals Barefoot and Pregnant - Is the expectant mother the first one in her group to have a child? Let her know everyone's behind her by asking guests to come to a "Barefoot and Pregnant Party" dressed in stuffed shirts to signify their "pregnancy" (yes, even the male guests!).
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The chosen theme can guide you in determining the color for the baby shower. But what if you have a theme that works with any color? Simple, you can always go with the classics: blue for an expected boy or pink for a girl. If the gender of the baby is unknown, yellow and green have traditionally been used. White has recently emerged as another gender-neutral shower color, signifying purity and innocence. So whatever color you decide on, make sure you use it to tie together the other elements of the baby shower.

General Decor

Whatever theme you choose for the baby shower, there are certain items every party, regardless of whether or not it's a shower, almost always should have. Banners, streamers, and, everybody's favorite, balloons. Balloons can also help guests figure out which house they're supposed to be at! Just tie some to a post or fence in the front of the house to signal your shower's location.

And is there any better way to remind everybody of the reason for the party than by having a decorated baby crib in a prominent area of the shower? Not only does it set the shower's tone perfectly, it can also serve as a gift table.

Table Decor

Finding great ways to dress a table for your shower is super easy. How about a baby-themed tablecloth with matching disposable napkins? You can use baby cloth diapers as placemats. Themed centerpieces are also popular baby shower decorations. To make a unique one, use stuffed animals holding small baskets filled with favors. Easy and fun!

To further add to the shower's light-hearted fun, have diapers decorated and hung with clothespins on clothes line. Put a stork outside the host's home to greet guests. Have napkin holders made from baby bracelets. Or how about cookies in baby or animal shapes? A favorite is to have a diaper cake... no, not a baked cake in the shape of square diapers, but a tower of diapers assembled in the shape of a traditional cake! And of course, fresh-cut flowers in the color of the theme are always a welcome addition to the party.

To "polish" the look and feel of your party, make sure you have matching tableware. Coordinating plates, cups, spoons, forks, and napkins go a long way toward establishing the theme of the festivities, and these supplies can be easily found in most party stores. For the tablecloth, white is the most classic color for it, and you can easily jazz it up for the occasion by sprinkling animal- or baby-shaped confetti on it.

Food

Home-made or store-bought, either way, plenty of food is key to a successful baby shower. Here are some ideas that have worked out well in parties that I've hosted or been to. A macaroons, chocolate candies, a layer cake, marshmallows, chocolate- or yogurt-covered raisins and nuts. All these items are available at your local grocers, I'm sure. Here's a favorite of mine: serving milk or vanilla ice cream in clear, plastic baby bottles! And to help keep guests' stomachs from grumbling during the gift opening, supply them with edible party favors: chocolate-covered almonds served in baby booties and tied together with a white ribbon.

There are tons of ways to successfully decorate your next baby shower. Hopefully, these ideas have gotten the ball rolling for you. Use your imagination to honor this special occasion and, at the same time, hone your creativity. Enjoy!

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