Here’s a super simple party favor idea for a monkey theme party. Buy or make a great trail mix (mini peanut butter cups from Trader Joe’s make this mix special), fill glass jars with the mix, then add a label and some ribbon or yarn (or a combo like I did here). A lovely party favor created in just minutes!
Sock Monkey Shower {party theme} February 22, 2012
The classic sock monkey is a great backdrop for a gender neutral baby shower. It’s slightly retro with a modern, handmade feel. I chose this theme for a coed shower I recently hosted for one of my favorite couples. I purchased a few inexpensive, classic brown sock monkeys in a few different sizes (one large, two small) and a few modern, lime green singing sock money-inspired toys for variety (my daughter is the proud beneficiary of the leftover party decorations). I used a few things from our nursery to add to the decore, including a red wagon, sock monkey book, sock monkey ornaments and glass baby bottles. The cupcakes I had made were the coolest cupcakes ever! For the favors, I went with homemade cookie stacks, wrapped in cello bags and tied with yarn as a nod to the sock monkey threads.
Sock Monkey wine sleeve used as a vase cover; singing green stripe sock monkey; cupcakes by the amazing Cowie’s Confections; cookie favors by the Hip Hostess; and Caspari alphabet napkins featuring “M” for sock monkey.
Natural Cotton Favor Bags {baby shower favors} October 19, 2011

These adorable cotton favor bags are ideal for an eco-friendly theme baby shower. They are sweet, simple and sturdy. Choose a design that matches you theme (selection shown below), fill them with with an edible treat, cinch the sack and the favors are ready for giving.
Available at Beau-Coup, $1.30 each (min. order 25)

Fun Party Favors: Peep S’mores April 12, 2011
Here’s an idea for a fun, simple and inexpensive party favor: Peep s’mores! Give them as favors at Easter or a baby shower (particularly one with a duck or bunny theme). Place 2 squares of graham crackers, half of a chocolate bar and 1 peep in a cello bag and tie with a ribbon. S’mores can be made in seconds in the microwave.
Hip Tip: Simple Baby Shower Favors January 22, 2011
Place anything in simple glass baby bottles to make a cute baby shower favor. Use a jelly bean mixture that compliments your color theme, or the mom-to-be’s favorite candy. Pictured is a Dragee mix (chocolate covered sunflower seeds, dried apricot, etc.) from The Cocoa Room. Their chocolate mixes come in beautiful color and flavor combinations. Check out their selection online at www.thecocoaroom.com (all varieties can be ordered in bulk for $15 per lb).
Chinese Takeout Candle Holders January 5, 2011
Check out these adorable Chinese takeout container-inspired candle holders. Use them to give your table a glow even if you’re just ordering in. These would also make great favors for a Chinese New Year party.
Chinese Takeout Box Candle Holders from Beau Coup – $8 each
Hip Tip – Halloween Favors October 15, 2010
Candy is traditional for Halloween, but nothing beats a fresh-baked treat when it comes to party favors. Wrap pumpkin muffins in plastic wrap to keep moisture in, then place muffins in inexpensive Halloween favor bags. This is one Halloween favor that will not be traded.









