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Hip Tip – Spring For Some Daffodils March 20, 2009

Filed under: Decorations,Eco Friendly,Flowers,Hip Tips,Party Planning,Presenation Ideas — hiphostess @ 9:00 am
Tags: $3 centerpiece, brunch centerpiece, daffodils, easter brunch centerpeice, easter flowers, inexpensive centerpiece, inexpensive flowers, recession-friendly flowers, seasonal flowers, spring bouquet, spring flowers, spring party decor, yellow flowers

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It may not seem like spring is in the air, but daffodils are already in season. Celebrate the beginning of spring by picking up a bunch this weekend. Use them as a centerpiece for brunch or to perk up your dinner table. For about $3 per bunch, these recession-friendly flowers are sure to put a smile on your face.

Hip Tips:

Daffodils look fresh and modern in a square or rectangular clear glass vase. Their long, thin stems look great on their own, or you could fill the bottom of the vase with rocks for an earthier look.
Keep daffodils in a separate vase and don’t mix them with other flowers. Not only do they make more of an impact on their own, daffodils also emit a sap that causes other flowers to wilt (especially tulips).
Daffodils usually last 2-3 days. They can last longer with a little extra care. Snip the ends under cold, running water and immediately put them in water. Keep them in a cool place away from direct heat and sunlight. Put daffodils in the refrigerator overnight (in a vase) and cover with a loose plastic bag (reuse a plastic produce bag or a large ziplock).

St. Patty’s Day Cupcakes March 11, 2009

You don’t have to go to a bakery to serve super cute cupcakes for your St. Patty’s Day Party. Bake a batch of your favorite homemade or boxed cupcakes and use some of the fun accessories below to make them party-worthy, no matter what style you are going for. Serve them for dessert, send them along with your kids to school or give them as favors by wrapping them in cello bags tied with a green ribbon or rafia.

Some of the cupcake liners would also be great for a modern baby shower, preppy bridal shower or a hip garden party. Many of the retailers listed offer lots of other beautiful cake and cupcake docorating goods so check out their selections.

Modern
Green Swirl Cupcake Liners – $2.15/30 from Sweetart
http://www.countrykitchensa.com/catalog/product.aspx?T=1&productId=632615