This book is filled with delicious, healthy, professionally developed successful party recipes that you can make in your own home. Easy to use, each two page party spread contains everything you need to know to have a successful event centred around your theme; decorations, accessory ideas, games and activities, menus, colours, music, lighting, flowers, scents, and of course, food and drink suggestions.
In the follow-up to Abbi Glines’s #1 New York Times bestseller Until Friday Night—which bestselling author Kami Garcia called “tender, honest, and achingly real”—three teens from a small southern town are caught in a dramatic love triangle. Willa can’t erase the bad decisions of her past that led her down the path she’s on now. But she can fight for forgiveness from her family. And she can protect herself by refusing to let anyone else get close to her. High school quarterback and town golden boy Brady used to be the best of friends with Willa—she even had a crush on him when they were kids. But that’s all changed now: her life choices have made her a different person from the girl he used to know. Gunner used to be friends with Willa and Brady, too. He too is larger than life and a high school football star—not to mention that his family basically owns the town of Lawton. He loves his life, and doesn’t care about anyone except himself. But Willa is the exception—and he understands the girl she’s become in a way no one else can. As secrets come to light and hearts are broken, these former childhood friends must face the truth about growing up and falling in love…even if it means losing each other forever.
A Beginner's Guide to Circuits is the perfect first step for anyone ready to jump into the world of electronics and circuit design. After finishing the book's nine graded projects, readers will understand core electronics concepts which they can use to make their own electrifying creations! First, you'll learn to read circuit diagrams and use a breadboard, which allows you to connect electrical components without using a hot soldering iron! Next, you'll build nine simple projects using just a handful of readily available components, like resistors, transistors, capacitors, and other parts. As you build, you'll learn what each component does, how it works, and how to combine components to achieve new and interesting effects. By the end of the book, you'll be able to build your own electronic creations. With easy-to-follow directions, anyone can become an inventor with the help of A Beginner's Guide to Circuits! Build These 9 Simple Circuits! Steady-Hand Game: Test your nerves using a wire and a buzzer to create an Operation-style game! Touch-Enabled Light: Turn on a light with your finger! Cookie Jar Alarm: Catch cookie thieves red-handed with this contraption. Night-Light: Automatically turn on a light when it gets dark. Blinking LED: This classic circuit blinks an LED. Railroad Crossing Light: Danger! Don't cross the tracks if this circuit's pair of lights is flashing. Party Lights: Throw a party with these charming string lights. Digital Piano: Play a tune with this simple synthesizer and learn how speakers work. LED Marquee: Put on a light show and impress your friends with this flashy finale.
Friendship, kindness, and gratitude are all illuminated in a quiet tale of a magical girl with mothlike wings. Nestled in a little nook in an old oak tree is a tiny girl named Ella. Ella loves light, but must be sure to avoid the sun because of her delicate wings. Flittering about at night, she collects light from everything that glows and glimmers in the darkness, always making sure to share the light she gathers with those who need it most. Until one day, when her animal friends decide it’s their turn to give back—with a creative plan that just may make Ella’s dream of seeing the sun come true. New York Times best-selling illustrator Lucy Fleming’s author-illustrator debut is a sweet story about the power of giving to others and celebrating our friends, as well as a reminder that we all have a light within us that is worthy of being shared.
From the Founder of Ciderpress Lane and Author of Dinner Changes Everything, Kelly Welk puts her experience of bringing her dreams to life into a guided journal to help you do the same. Your biggest dream is inside you right now. It is hidden within the what if ideas, late night conversations, and simple chats over coffee. It is patiently waiting for your heart to speak loud enough for you to hear it. But sometimes the noise of life drowns out our heart and our ideas are pushed to the side before they ever get our attention. So how do you hear what your heart is saying? How do you create space to find your dream? How do you allow it to become something bigger? It starts right here, so simple and quiet that you would never call it the beginning of a dream. It starts now, right where you are most comfortable. It starts today, in the middle of your everyday life. It's time to find your dream. It's time to create space to hear your heart. It's time to see your everyday life from a new perspective. Join the dream catcher community
Looking to add a touch of magic to your next birthday celebration? Dive into the world of themed birthday parties for endless inspiration and unforgettable memories! Whether you're planning a bash for yourself or a loved one, themed parties offer the perfect opportunity to transform any gathering into a whimsical adventure tailored to your interests and passions. In this two volume work, we present you with 100 exciting and creative ideas, presented in two parts, Volume One and Volume Two, for themed birthday parties that are sure to inspire and elevate your next celebration. Whether you're planning a party for a child, a teenager, or an adult, there's something for everyone on this list. From whimsical fairy tales to thrilling adventures, elegant masquerades to immersive cultural experiences, we've curated a diverse range of themes to spark your imagination and help you create an extraordinary celebration. Movie Night Extravaganza: Roll out the red carpet and turn your living room into a mini movie theater for a Hollywood-inspired bash. Guests can come dressed as their favorite movie characters, and you can screen classic films or host a movie marathon featuring all-time favorites. Under the Sea Adventure: Dive deep into the depths of the ocean with an under the sea-themed birthday party. Transform your space into an underwater wonderland with shimmering blue decorations, mermaid tails, and colorful sea creatures. Serve seafood delicacies and ocean-inspired treats for a truly immersive experience. Gatsby Glamour Soiree: Step back in time to the roaring '20s with a Gatsby-inspired birthday bash. Deck out your venue in art deco decor, don your finest flapper attire, and indulge in decadent cocktails and jazz music reminiscent of the prohibition era. Enchanted Garden Party: Create a magical oasis in your backyard with an enchanted garden-themed birthday party. Adorn your space with fairy lights, floral arrangements, and whimsical decor inspired by nature. Invite guests to dress as woodland creatures or fairytale characters for an ethereal celebration. Carnival Spectacular: Bring the excitement of the carnival to your birthday bash with a colorful and lively carnival-themed party. Set up carnival games, popcorn machines, and cotton candy stands for a fun-filled extravaganza. Don't forget to provide plenty of prizes for your guests to win! Superhero Showdown: Channel your inner superhero with an action-packed superhero-themed birthday party. Encourage guests to come dressed as their favorite heroes or villains, and set up fun activities like obstacle courses and superhero training sessions. Serve up heroic snacks and treats to keep your guests fueled for adventure. Outer Space Odyssey: Blast off into the cosmos with an out-of-this-world space-themed birthday party. Deck out your venue with glowing stars, planets, and space-themed decorations. Guests can come dressed as astronauts or aliens, and you can serve cosmic cocktails and celestial snacks for an intergalactic experience. Mystical Masquerade Ball: Step into a world of mystery and intrigue with a mystical masquerade ball-themed birthday party. Encourage guests to don masks and elegant attire for an evening of enchantment and glamour. Create an atmosphere of magic with candlelit ambiance, live music, and decadent desserts fit for royalty. No matter what theme you choose, themed birthday parties offer endless opportunities for creativity, imagination, and fun. So pick a theme that speaks to you and let your imagination run wild as you plan the celebration of a lifetime!"
Parties. Most of us love parties. We have fun attending them. We would even like to entertain on occasion. But the thought of entertaining may be so daunting that perhaps you haven't entertained in years, or at all. Whether you work and can't squeeze in the time it takes to plan a party or you are shy about your talents and abilities, The Carefree Gourmet, the complete party planner, is for you. It includes everything from how to address the invitation to a schedule to keep you on track; the menu, recipes, even some relaxing ideas to help you enjoy your party too! You can take it with you to the market, the bakery, the cleaners, anywhere you need to go so you don't forget something or have to rewrite lists. This edition of The Carefree Gourmet Presents Dazzeling Desserts, Bountiful Brunch, Tea Anytime, Brazillian Bar-B-Que, Casual Cajun and the Classy Cocktail, is centered around six entertaining events that lend themselves to relaxing, splurging on yourself, focusing on the simple pleasures in life - delectable, mouth-watering temptations and the company of family and good friends. These parties can be held in the late morning, mid-afternoon, or evening. You can have an open house, entertain on a sunny porch, in the spring, outside with lots of flowers and family, or you can create an elegant evening by the fireplace, with champagne to sip as you nibble fresh strawberries dipped in whipped cream or warm melted dark chocolate. These buffets are wonderful, in that many of the dishes can be prepared either weeks or days ahead of time, then frozen/defrosted or stored in airtight containers. Most items can be purchased from the neighborhood store. Set up and clean up are a breeze and these menu items make a wonderful presentation by themselves, so table decoration is a snap. Buffets lend themselves to inviting more people than you could invite to a sit down party. It allows you to circulate amongst your guests freely and not spend so much time in the kitchen. So open this book and start on your next party, no special occasion required; just having delightful friends is enough to celebrate!
