This Week's Tip-off: Balloon Ice

Here's a colorful way to keep drinks cold during a party. Just freeze balloons filled with water.  (Actual water balloons are not recommended, as they are not as strong) Keep some in the freezer, so when the ones in your cooler start to melt, you can quickly replace them. No worry about having enough ice on hand. And it certainly helps to make even your bucket of drinks look festive!

Found via a friend's Pinterest board here. Sourced as princessbubble.com--but I could not find the image anywhere on the site!

Merry Monday: Preppy St. Pat's Table with FREE Printables

If you don't normally celebrate St. Patrick's Day, you might be inclined to this year since it falls on a Saturday. And these pretty styling tips and free printables from The Party Press will make it really easy to get it all together. I love her sophisticated take on the traditional holiday decor. To download the printables and view the full showcase, visit here.

Sunday Style: Shabby Fun

Photo from Jenna Rae Cakes; Photo by Tracey Kiansky Photography

Free St. Patrick's Day Candy Gram Printable

There have been so many generous free printables popping up for St. Patrick's Day. I thought this one from Every Creative Endeavor was particularly fun and different. Leave it for your hubby, co-worker or kids. Just attach a candy that describes that person best!

Get the free printable here.

Congrats in a Box

Wanna send a special person across the miles something more than just a plain card to say Congrats or Happy Birthday? Try this fun surprise box idea from Studio DIY. You'll have to check out the original post to see the fun animation they have of a person opening the box.