Table of Contents

Introduction 4
1. BABY CHIC
Baby Shower 6
2. WHAT WILL IT BEE?
Baby Shower 16
3. PINWHEELS & POLKA DOTS
First Birthday Party 26
4. LITTLE MAN
Firth Birthday Party 38
5. MODERN SILHOUETTE
Birthday Party 46
6. CLASSIC NAUTICAL
Birthday Party 56
7. FORMAL TEA
Birthday Party 66
8. BARNYARD BASH
Birthday Party 76
9. FIESTA!
Birthday Party 86
10. GOLF CLASSIC
Birthday Party 94
11. LOVE BUG SOIREE
Valentine's Day Party 104
12. TRICK OR TREAT
After-School Halloween Party 112
Templates 120
About the Author 140
Thanks 141
Index 142
Copyright 143

About the Author

Kelly Lyden (Deerfield, IL) is the creator of the popular lifestyle and entertaining blog, The Party Dress, and the social stationery company, WH Hostess. Her approach to planning parties is unique and approachable, focused on a color palette, an icon, or updating a classic theme. With a background in both graphic design and the fashion industry, Kelly infuses her love for fashion, textiles and patterns into all of her parties, adding a level of sophistication to her designs. To learn more, visit: http://kellylyden.com.

Reviews

"Full of fantastic themes, creative ideas, yummy recipes, easy templates, and do-it-yourself tutorials, this book is an awesome guide and perfect reference for hosting the cutest parties around!" --The Party Wagon"If you are into hosting parties and love all things pretty, you will absolutely love this book." --Le Papier Studio"When I heard she was writing a book about planning and throwing kids' celebrations, I was absolutely ecstatic!" --Lynlee's Petite Sweets"Complete with DIY tips, recipes, projects, themed activities and templates, you'll love these party ideas for boys and girls, first birthday celebrations, baby showers and holiday gatherings." --Giggles Galore"I love her style, and I'm so thrilled to have a gorgeous book sharing all her kids' party tips and ideas." --Pizzazzerie"She's published her first book which is filled with beautiful inspiring photos of 12 themed parties." --Celebrations at Home"The Nautical Birthday Party: From the stripes and polka dots to the All-American color palette including navy blue, red, yellow and white--you will fall in love." --CupcakeMAG