With Valentines Day approaching, I couldn't help but put together a little gathering for my family and one of our neighboring families. I am a fan of Valentines Day, even if I don't exactly (or at all) have a special someone to celebrate with. I have friends and family who love me and whom I love spending time with. There is almost nothing I enjoy more than quality time with the people I care about.
I found the new M&M's® Red Velvet while shopping at Walmart, and for some reason, when I pictured red velvet and a Valentine's day party, a "50's theme" is what kept coming to mind. So I ran with it... or at least was inspired by it.
Decor:
Ponytails, chalk board art, marquee lights, and red lips; this party was so much fun to plan and shop for! I loved having an excuse to buy some giant and heart shaped balloons. I've also wanted some sort of marquee light for a long time. And of course, I love any excuse to play dress up! My sister said the hair + lips + glasses combo made me look like Wendy Peffercorn.
Food:
I went with desserts only for food, which included- red velvet milkshakes (with M&M's® Red Velvet on top, rather than a cherry), fruit kabobs, and my sister made blondies. I also had treat bags for my guests to fill with candy- M&M's® Red Velvet, M&M's®, and DOVE® Promises.
Activity:
For an activity, I had a Valentine making station. I cut out paper hearts, and had purchased a bunch of vintage style pieces for them to use- stickers, bags, tags, and glittery pencils. This was a big hit, especially with the kids! And in the background, we had a 50's love song spotify station playing.
I am no artist, so I drew inspiration from THIS print
I know this picture is more of an outage... but it was my favorite. haha dog butt and all.
Whew! Sorry, that was a.lot. of pictures! I hope you made it all the way through and enjoyed them, I sure enjoyed the whole party planning process.
Do you enjoy party planning? Have you tried the new M&M's® Red Velvet?
