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One Love Party First Birthday

February 15, 2019 By Chandice Leave a Comment

This one love party for our little mans first birthday was quite simple but was a good time for all. It was full of laid back fun and sweet themed treats! || This Vivacious Life #firstbirthday #kidsbirthday #partyideas #kidsparties #thisvivaciouslife

We couldn’t resist putting together this one love party for our little mans first birthday. It was quite simple but was a good time for all. Our little guys especially loved his little one love book. One Love Party for 1st Birthday I wanted to put together this one love party because it was a…

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Galentine’s Party & Strawberry Basil Margarita Mocktail

February 7, 2019 By Chandice Leave a Comment

Galentine's parties are so much fun because they are a beautiful but laid back way to get your gal pals together in February. Serve up our strawberry basil margarita mocktails and chocolate dipped strawberry sugar cookies. Heart shaped waffles are great too! || This Vivacious Life #galentines #valentinesday #partyideas #galentinesday #thisvivaciouslife

Galentine’s parties are so much fun because they are a beautiful but laid back way to get your gal pals together in February.  Thank you to Red Apple Lipstick for sponsoring this post. I use their products every single day. If you need to host before actual holiday though, that’s ok too. Getting your girls together anytime…

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Galentine’s Day Ideas & Favorite Things Party

January 21, 2019 By Chandice 47 Comments

Our Galentine's Day ideas will help you throw an awesome favorite things party! It is the perfect celebration for you and your girlfriends on February 13th. || This Vivacious Life #galentinesday #favoritethingsparty #valentinesday #partyideas #thisvivaciouslife

Our Galentine’s Day ideas will help you throw an awesome favorite things party! It is the perfect celebration for you and your girlfriends on February 13th. I’m sure by now you’ve heard all the rage of Galentines Day, but we put together these Galentine’s Day ideas to throw a favorite things party before it was…

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Filed Under: Entertaining, galentines, Valentines Day Tagged With: blessing bags, entertaining, Galentines, girls night, parties, party, Valentines

Savory Bacon Cheesecake + Cozy Holiday Party

December 1, 2018 By Chandice 110 Comments

This savory cheesecake with bacon is so delicious and perfect for serving up at your next cozy Christmas party. This savory cheesecake is gluten-free and full of flavor with its buttery cracker crust. Let us show you how to put together the coziest of Christmas parties!

This post is sponsored by our friends at Crunchmaster® Crackers… This savory cheesecake with bacon is so delicious and perfect for serving up at your next cozy Christmas party. If you want a decadent dish, our savory cheesecake with bacon is gluten-free and full of flavor. It’s the first day of our annual 12 Days…

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Filed Under: Entertaining, Pork Tagged With: bacon, cheese, cheesecake, entertaining, holiday party, party, Party Ideas, pork

Christmas White Russian Mocktail

November 26, 2018 By Chandice 23 Comments

This Christmas white Russian mocktail is a family favorite that is easy to make and so delicious! It's perfect for serving up during your holiday parties or on new years eve.

This cranberry Christmas white Russian mocktail is a family favorite that is easy to make and so delicious! We love serving up this Christmas white Russian mocktail during holiday parties or on new years eve. I love how festive this Christmas white Russian mocktail is for the holidays. The white drink itself is reminiscent of freshly…

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Filed Under: Christmas, Mocktails or Soft Cocktails Tagged With: christmas, christmas cranberry white russian, cranberry, drinks, Dry Sparkling, entertaining, mocktail, mocktails, white russian

Thanksgiving Table

November 19, 2018 By Chandice Leave a Comment

This Thanksgiving table is perfect for your big meal and is so rich in fall colors and flavors!

This Thanksgiving table is perfect for your big meal. It is so rich in fall colors and flavors!Have you ever wondered how to put together the perfect Thanksgiving table? We are going to show you just how easy it is! Creating the perfect Thanksgiving table doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In fact, with a few…

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Filed Under: Entertaining Tagged With: entertaining, geode, tablescape, thanksgiving, thanksgiving table

Easy Friendsgiving Ideas

November 5, 2018 By Chandice Leave a Comment

These easy Friendsgiving ideas make for a wonderful harvest ladies lunch or friendsiginv of any kind. Friendsgiving is a modern take on a fun traditional November gathering. You will love the food and color scheme...

Let me show you just how easy Friendsgiving ideas can be. It doesn’t have to be difficult to host your own harvest ladies lunch. Easy Friendsgiving Ideas… I am sharing some Friendsgiving ideas with you all because I personally love this modern, fun take on a classic holiday and thought you guys might as well. Below…

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Filed Under: Entertaining, Thanksgiving Dinner Tagged With: entertaining, friendsgiving, parties, party, Party Ideas, thanksgiving

Halloween Mocktails

October 3, 2018 By Chandice Leave a Comment

This witches night out Halloween party is full of delicious treats, mocktails and lots of gal pal fun!These Halloween mocktails are perfect for your next witches night out or boo bash!

You’re going to love these spooky fun Halloween mocktails. They are so yummy and will take your party to the next level without the alcohol! Each of these Halloween mocktails are sure to be a hit at your next Halloween party. They are fun, a little spooky and a lot delicious! The key with Halloween mocktails is…

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Filed Under: Entertaining, Halloween, Mocktails or Soft Cocktails Tagged With: drinks, entertaining, Halloween, halloween mocktails, mocktails, sangria, soft cocktail

Halloween Brunch Mom n’ Me Style

September 19, 2018 By Chandice Leave a Comment

This Halloween brunch is a fun and festive way to celebrate the holidays with friends and your little ones. It's a fun Halloween party! The Halloween charcuterie and pecan pie bread pudding make it extra amazing!

This Halloween brunch is such a fun way to enjoy time with your little ones and your girlfriends at the same time. A mom n’ me Halloween brunch is a more casual way to enjoy Halloween while the older kids are in school. I love getting together with my girlfriends and this Halloween brunch is…

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Filed Under: Entertaining, Halloween Tagged With: entertaining, Halloween, mom n' me, parties, Party Ideas, pumpkin

Bohemian Wedding Charcuterie & Tapenade Recipe

September 5, 2018 By Chandice Leave a Comment

Bohemian Wedding Charcuterie: This gorgeous outdoor boho wedding is full of inspiration for any blushing bride! Cheese and charcuterie boards are SO in and perfect for the big night.

Bohemian Wedding Charcuterie: This gorgeous outdoor boho wedding is full of inspiration for any earthy blushing bride! Cheese and charcuterie boards are SO in and perfect for a big bohemian wedding. Guests will love all the tasty eats and treats and you will love the gorgeous esthetic! This bohemian wedding charcuterie was so much fun to…

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Filed Under: Entertaining Tagged With: bohemian, boho, entertaining, outdoor wedding, parties, party, Party Ideas, wedding

Charcuterie Cheese Board Cookies

August 28, 2018 By Chandice Leave a Comment

Charcuterie Cheese Board Cookies! These charcuterie cheese board cookies are so realistic and fun! They make a wonderful dessert after a delicious cheese and charcuterie board spread. Really though, these charcuterie sugar cookies made into cracker sugar cookies, cheese sugar cookies, olive sugar cookies, pickle sugar cookies and salami sugar cookies are really going to WOW anyone you serve them too!

These charcuterie cheese board cookies are so realistic and fun! They make a wonderful dessert after a delicious cheese and charcuterie board spread. Truly, anyone will go crazy for these charcuterie cheese board cookies. Each cookie has it’s own sweet personality! Guys, these charcuterie cheese board cookies are hands down my favorite sugar cookies we’ve ever featured!…

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Filed Under: Entertaining Tagged With: charcuterie, charcuterie cookies, cheese board, cheese board cookies, cookies, decorated sugar cookies, enchanted cookie boutique, entertaining, sugar cookies

BEST Charcuterie Board

August 1, 2018 By Chandice 1 Comment

Each of these rank as BEST charcuterie board in my mind. They are each unique and we will share with you why they would be the perfect addition to your next gathering!

If you are looking for the BEST charcuterie board, we’ve got some great ideas for you!Each of these rank as BEST charcuterie board in my mind. They are each unique and we will share with you why they would be the perfect addition to your next gathering! When it comes to the BEST charcuterie board,…

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Pool Party Ideas

July 6, 2018 By Chandice Leave a Comment

This ice cream pool party is so fun and easy to recreate. The mini gluten-free pinapple upside down cakes are so delicious and will make all your guests swoon!

We’ve rounded up some of our pool party ideas for you. Now you can throw the ultimate summer fun bash!Pool parties are the perfect summer get together so you will love these pool party ideas! The best part is that the activity of swimming is built right into the theme. I love pool parties because…

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Little Lending Library Adventure Awaits Party & DIY Building Instructions

June 13, 2018 By Chandice 4 Comments

This little library party is a great way to promote literacy in your neighborhood. Delicious goodies including a trail mix piñata cake & popcorn, darling decor and instructions for building your own little library are all here!

This little lending library party is a great way to promote literacy in the community and have fun at the same time! I am so excited to share our adventure awaits little lending library party with all of you! I love any opportunity to throw a party “for a cause”. This little lending library party…

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Filed Under: Entertaining, Parties Tagged With: books, cake, DIY, entertaining, kids party, library, little lending library party, parties, party, Party Ideas, piñata cake

Hatchimals Birthday Party

May 23, 2018 By Chandice Leave a Comment

This Hatchimals birthday party is sure to put a smile on your little ones face.

This Hatchimals birthday party is sure to have your little one so excited about their special day!I knew I had to create a “Hatchy Birthday” Hatchimals birthday party for my little guy who absolutely loves these furry little creatures. So excited to share all the details with you guys! In my little guys words exactly,…

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Filed Under: Entertaining, Parties Tagged With: birthday, entertaining, hatchimal, hatchimals, kids birthday, kids party, parties, Party Ideas

Simple White Flower Arrangements Under $15

May 7, 2018 By Chandice Leave a Comment

These simple white flower arrangements are easy to put together and are only around $15 each!

With these simple white flower arrangements we are going to show you how to WOW in under $15!Simple white flower arrangements are perfect for any occasion from sympathy to wedding and anniversary. I love simple white flower arrangements because they are great for any occasion. They are stunning as wedding centerpieces as well as perfect…

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Lemon, Lavender & Honey Spa Party with Gluten-Free Lemon Cake

April 26, 2018 By Chandice 10 Comments

This honey, lemon & lavender spa party is full of fun ideas including a delicious lunch and dessert table. Spa favor baskets full of themed goodies and relaxing treatments are just a few of the other fun features you don't want to miss.

 This honey, lemon & lavender spa party was put together for some of my all time favorite women… This honey, lemon & lavender spa party was created as a simple and clean getaway for you and your favorite gals.  If you and your girlfriends need a day off, this honey, lemon & lavender spa party is…

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Cookies and Milk Party

April 6, 2018 By Chandice 2 Comments

This cookies and milk party is one that everyone will love! Whether you do it for a birthday or another fun celebration, it is sure to be a hit! Get all the decor, food and party ideas here.

This cookies and milk party is one that everyone will enjoy…kids and adults alike. No party says yum like a cookies and milk party. This one has all the good stuff including activities, goodies and more. This cookies and milk party was something I was more than excited to put together. I’m more of a savory girl…

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Cactus Succulent Baby Shower + Cucumber Lime Mocktail with Watermelon Ice

March 29, 2018 By Chandice 2 Comments

This Cactus Succulent Baby Shower + Cucumber Lime Mocktail with Watermelon Ice is the perfect way to celebrate the mommy to be in your life. It is fresh, modern and full of simplistic beauty that she will love!

If you are looking for a fresh, modern look, this cactus succulent baby shower is definitely going to please. This cactus succulent baby shower was such an honor to host. Now I am showing you how to recreate it for that special mommy to be in your own life. This Cactus Succulent Baby Shower +…

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Galentines Day Cookie Decorating Party

February 12, 2018 By Chandice Leave a Comment

This galentines day cookie decorating party is the perfect gathering to celebrate all your favorite ladies in a fun and festive environment while also learning something new.

This galentines day cookie decorating party is sure to be a hit with all your favorite gals!This galentines day cookie decorating party is the perfect gathering to celebrate all your favorite ladies in a fun and festive environment while also learning something new. I loved hosting this galentines day cookie decorating party because it was…

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Filed Under: Entertaining, galentines, Parties, Party Ideas, Valentines Day Tagged With: cookies, enchanted cookie boutique, entertaining, Galentines, galentines day, galentines party, parties, Party Ideas, Valentines, Valentines Day, workshop, workshops

Vintage Valentines Tea Party & Savory Crab Cheesecakes

February 5, 2018 By Chandice 2 Comments

This vintage Valentines tea party was full of classy florals, antique china and delicious gluten-free goodies including savory crab cheesecakes. Get the recipe and all the details at thisvivaciouslife.com.

This vintage Valentines tea party is a soft and delicate way to enjoy the holiday of love. Little ones especially love the mini treats and herbal tea. While I love a classic red Valentines party, I really love a blush vintage Valentines tea party. Having lived in Ukraine, I am a huge fan of tea…

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Entertaining, Parties, Party Ideas, Valentines Day Tagged With: Afternoon Tea, appetizers, entertaining, glutino, parties, Party Ideas, seafood, Valentines Day

Gluten-Free Superbowl Food and Party Planning

January 29, 2018 By Chandice Leave a Comment

This ladies night football party if fun and full of good food (which is usually what the women like most during football season anyway right?) Let us show you how to style one for yourself.

We’ve got gluten-free Superbowl food and party planning tips that will help make your next party a huge success. Needing some gluten-free Superbowl food and party planning help? We’ve got just what you need here to make it delicious and keep it safe. Whether you are a seasoned gluten-free eater or a newbie, we have some…

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Two Legit to Quit 90’s Hip Hop Birthday Party

January 12, 2018 By Chandice 17 Comments

Two legit to quit 90's hip hop birthday party full of fun! This 90's hip hop party is bursting with all the best things like gold chains, kid grillz and so much more. This is a kids birthday bash that everyone will remember!

Hip hop on over to kick it for Lucy’s two legit to quit 90’s hip hop birthday party… This two legit to quit 90’s hip hop birthday party was one of my favorite celebrations to both plan and be present for. It was full of carefree fun. My little lady didn’t choose the two legit to…

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Christmas Party Ideas and Themes

December 25, 2017 By Chandice 25 Comments

You guys are going to love this white Christmas dinner party and gluten-free eggnog cake! From the menu to the decor we kept it simple and sleek.

These Christmas party ideas and themes are sure to help you along your party planning way this holiday season. Semi-Homemade Christmas Cookies Neighborhood Exchange  Whether you’re looking for Christmas party ideas and themes that are more fun or more fancy we’ve got them all for you here. I loved putting together these Christmas party ideas…

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Parties, gatherings, gorgeous food and ESPECIALLY holidays with my people are what make my heart pitter patter. Having a place to share our favorite traditions, recipes and celebrations is very important to me. I live each day with unapologetic, authentic happiness and hope to help others do the same. Read More…

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