Here at Southern Meets Mennonite, our mission is to celebrate the big days and the “every” day with purpose. We love to be creative, but at the same time, create with purpose. Today’s post is going to show you how to do just that. We all know that Easter this year is going to look a lot different than others. But just because it’s different this year, doesn’t mean you can’t make Easter with your family special. In fact, you might find that this year you have a little more time on your hands than usual. That’s why today, I’m giving you a free download of my first ever digital party pack! What better time is it to break out the scissors, tape, and string to make your home a happy place without even having to leave?
I don’t know about you but when I know that we have company coming over, the house and the efforts I put into “entertaining” are way more involved than when it is just my little family having dinner. If that’s you, I want to challenge you (and myself) to go extra for your family this year! I want your kids to think that you’ve lost your mind as you’re placing toothpick toppers in their donuts. I want them to ask, “Mom, who’s coming over?”, just so you can say, “no one, this is just for us!” Using these printables I’ve created for you and the things you have at home, you can design a beautiful but simple Easter tablescape and decor that will make this a year to remember.
To lead you through this today, my amazing friend and favorite photographer Sara, from sarawalkerblog.com put her own spin on our Free Easter Party Printables and set up an “Easter Breakfast” shoot inside her gorgeous, Southwest Florida home. Sara has three daughters (including twins) that are all teenagers now. We actually have a fun thing in common: not only do we each have three daughters but we are both twin moms too.
Recently during one of our phone chats, we talked a while on the subject of entertaining guests in our homes and what perception we want to give our daughters about “hospitality”. We both stand on this philosophy: teach your children that having people over should be fun and simple –not a moment where Mom is stressed to the max, making it not so fun and simple. Practicing true hospitality when entertaining is rooted in service. It’s about taking care and showing love to those who are gathered around your table. As mothers and homemakers, we set the tone for this for our children. They watch us and our attitudes that we have towards hospitality, and that influences their own.
When I first mentioned the idea of creating paper party printables to Sara, she admitted to me that she was skeptical as to how paper decor could be used in a way that wasn’t tacky, especially for a holiday like Easter when you want things to be a little more elegant. But I think after this session she’s sold! Having something like printables on hand can be a way to keep your gatherings simple but purposeful. So let’s get started and take a closer look at some creative ways to use your free download; we’re going to make you a paper party decor expert!
Materials:
There are a few basic supplies that are great to keep around so that you’ll be able to use our printable decor the most efficiently. Then, once you’ve practiced a little, I’ve included some extra supplies that help you elevate it and make things a little easier. Of course, if this is your first time, don’t think you have to have all the extras. Just start with what you already have!
How to Download & Print:
When you click the image below to download your printables, you’ll be prompted to enter your email address, then, will be sent a compressed zipped folder (zip file) to that email address. Be sure to save these files to your computer so you can access them again! It’s best to print your pages on a heavy-weight cardstock that will hold up to cutting, gluing, hanging, etc. Not to mention it will give your decor a more polished look. My favorite way to get the best quality prints is to send my files in, to my local print shop!
Inside our Free Easter Printable Party Pack:
This post is going to be a great reference for you to come back to for ideas, tips, and tricks. Despite our current social distancing situation, here’s proof that two creative minds are better than one! I love how this all came together and I can’t wait to see how you use it in your home too! Keep scrolling as we show you how to use each part of our free download:
Napkin Rings:
These little oval shapes come in two designs: one with carrots, the other a chick. You can use them on napkins, or even rolled silverware. They’d also make darling little tags for treat bags or to tie around a jar or glass.
Toppers
Typically these are used along with toothpicks for cupcakes or other individual treats. I love how Sara styled them here though and sprinkled them throughout her breakfast-table spread. They just add such fun detail even when your menu is simple! These circle-shaped printable toppers could also be used as tags or tied around jars and glasses.
Large, 8×10 Prints
I loved this symbol of Easter this “Our Redeemer Lives” printable gives; it could be used as a table centerpiece or in another area of your home too. The “Menu” printable is also a great table or buffet line addition. One tip for making the menu printable reusable is to place it in a frame and write using dry-erase on the glass. Both of these prints are 8”x10” to fit frames, however, you could reduce their size in your printer options too!
Place Cards
You can never have too many of these, in my opinion. This pack includes blank cards that are meant to be folded in half into a tent-style. I like to use my scoring board with these to mark my fold and give it a clean, crisp finish. You can use these as food labels or as place cards for your table guests. Note: I’ve made the place cards and the menu without specific “Easter” designs so you can use them any time!
Bunting Banners
There are two different-sized banners in our pack. A Large Banner with two pieces to be duplicated, then a Mini Banner with nine pieces. This take on the banners might be my absolute favorite part of the entire set up. First, just look at how our mini bunting banner was used in a floral centerpiece. Using a floral foam block on either side, the pieces were strung between two wooden skewers. This could also be used for a cake topper too (minus the foam of course!) Isn’t this a gorgeous focal point for her table?!
And don’t forget these mini bunting pieces can be used for more than just banners! Add them to toothpicks to make more food toppers or to skewers and dress up your floral arrangements.
The large bunting banner’s two designs can be used in alternating patterns if desired. Bunting banner pieces can be hung in a number of ways: one is to use a hole punch at each top corner and string them on. Two, use a hot glue gun to adhere them to the string or three, skip the punches and glue by hanging them with mini clothespins.
And there you have it! There is my very FIRST digital party pack for you to enjoy this Easter. These printable pieces are so versatile and with a little creativity, you can make your family feel special this year as you celebrate our Risen Savior together at home. I’d like to again say thank you to Sara for being our guinea pig and putting our Easter Suite into action this year! Be sure to connect with her on IG and say hello, @weddings.by.swp.
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Wishing you & yours a wonderful, Happy Easter!
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