What's Not To Love About Ginnifer Goodwin?

Ginnifer Goodwin is a not-so-up-and-coming actress who is quickly making a name for herself by choosing to be a part of all the right projects. Some of my favorite appearances include her role as Vivian Liberto ( Johnny Cash's first wife) in Walk the Line, the quirky best friend in Win a Date With Tad Hamilton, and Margene the third wife in a polygamous family on the HBO original series Big Love. Her new movie "He's Just Not That into You" comes out this Friday, the movie is based on a book with the same title written by Greg Barrendt that explores the myths and confusions of modern-day-dating. Ginnifer Goodwin is not afraid to play a strong character, or to play a character who may seem a bit more vulnerable.....there's much more to come from this adorable actress...what's not to love?

Hot Pink and Lime Green Party!

I have recently been asked to plan a party for a girl named Naomi's 12th birthday. Planning parties for this age group is really fun because they are interested in having some more "grown-up" elements incorporated but are still young enough to appreciate all the bright and fun things that are oh so fresh and remind us all of youth! She absolutely knew what colors she wanted to use for her shindig....hot pink and lime green are kind of her signature colors so that was a natural direction to take the party in! Whenever I am beginning the planning process for any party I like to find lots of images that inspire me for that particular event.....here are some images that have inspired me for this get-together!

Mad Scientist Party Pictures!

They have arrived! Photos from the Mad Scientist party I designed! I hope that they inspire your own spooky celebration...enjoy!

I had to have a plasma ball for a mad party like this!

Test tube shots ( shown below ) were served out of a hand made holder to guests about 45 minutes into the party!

Jello syringes (below) were so yummy! These were served about 1 hour and a half into the party!

Styrofoam was used to create this " electric chair " in the party space!

The Bar!

Cocktails were served from beakers fit for any mad lab!

Orange and green skull candies fit in perfectly with the Mad Scientist theme!

I found the coolest skull punch bowl at Joann's  and I think it really added some spookiness to the event!

"Toxic Waste" cocktail with a plutonium rod (glow stick)

I set out bins for guests to get rid of their used cocktail continers!

Orange string light made even the bathroom creepy!

Retro Valentines from fredflare.com!

Valentines day is right around the corner, and it's time to choose special cards for "special some-ones" . This year try these retro valentines cards from fredflare.com! At $10.00 for 8 different cards, lots of special someones in your life can receive a kitchy Valentines day greeting!

Super Bowl Party Playlist

Super Bowl Party fun has been on my mind this week and so I have created a Super Bowl party playlist to put me in the competitive mood!..Enjoy!

1.The Star Spangled Banner - Jennifer Hudson

2. Walk This Way - Run D.M.C.

3. We Will Rock You -Queen

4. Rock This Town - The Brian Setzer Orchestra

5. (I've Got) The Power - The Hit Crew

6. Rock and Roll Part Two- The GLitter Band

7. Hold On , I'm Comin' - Sam and Dave

8. Tequila - The Champs

9.Whoop! (There it is) - Tag Team

10. We are the Champions - Queen

Super Bowl Party Food

Everyone knows that Super Bowl Sunday is real only about two things the game (of course) and the food! There are many different choices for your game day menu, keep with tradition and serve super bowl favorites like hot wings, get gourmet with miniature goat cheese pizzas, or just choose your favorites. Here are a few food ideas for your Super Bowl festivities! Chocolate rice crispy footballs ( pictured above ) are a sweet treat after lots of beer and salty foods.Follow the link to see the recipe! The food centerpiece of the party could be a big pot of chili, or meatball subs (Rachel Ray as a yummy recipe!) and just for fun bake up some fresh soft pretzels! ( who doesn't love soft pretzels??)

Super Bowl Party Tips

People all around the United States are gearing up for Super bowl Sunday which is less than one week away. For the next five days all of my posts are going to be Super Bowl themed. I have compiled some tips to make your Super Bowl shin dig a hit, and combined them with photos by Hostess with the Mostess Jennifer Sbranti. You can view more game day party pictures and much much more at hostessblog.com!

1. Position seating and angle screens so that all your guests will have a good view of the big game.

2. Set up a room without a television for partygoers who might be more interested in the social aspect of the party to sit and talk.

3. Keep paper towels and cleaner on hand to quickly clean up messes that may be created during exciting plays.

4. Provide one or two large trash cans around the viewing area in order to keep up with the trash and the game, and hopefully if the trash cans are large enough you may only need to take the trash out once during or after the party.

5. Be sure to keep some more portable snacks like chips and salsa near the viewing area, as well as one or two large coolers with plenty of ice cold beer so that no one has to miss a single play to freshen their beer. ( refill the coolers at halftime )

6. Place a small TV in the hot food area so that guests can get more food without missing a thing!

7. Include healthier menu items alongside traditional Super Bowl snacks.

8. Plan simple and quick recipes for your game day menu so that you will not be a slave to the kitchen on game day.