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Happy Daisy 40th Birthday Surprise Party

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Good people deserve great parties. LeeAnn is one of the best people I know, so naturally her surprise 40th birthday party was tres fabulous. It was a reflection of the wonderful person she is.

Any guesses as to her favorite flower?

The dessert table: cannoli cake & a variety of fresh-baked cookies (LA’s favorites!)

Shock and awe.

The party co-hosts and the birthday girl.

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A look back at the past 40 years.

Happy Birthday, LeeAnn!

In order to stay within budget, we did a lot of DiY projects for the decorations, many of which I will be sharing with you over the next couple of weeks.

Here are a few other ways in which we kept the party budget under control:

Rather than have the party catered, we did our own cooking and baking, and enlisted the help of some mutual friends. The menu was Italian, a tribute to LeeAnn’s heritage, which worked out well with the fact that it just happens to be Italian Days at Publix right now. Let me tell you, the thought of preparing Italian food for a bunch of Italians was a little nerve-wracking, but Dawn, Jimmy, & Melissa, who prepared all of the main dishes, did an awesome job and came through with flying colors. (Thanks again!)

For all those amazing daisies we shopped around and found the best price at–where else–Publix. The in-store florist found us a great deal, and I even used a coupon, making them an even better deal.

We “shopped” our own homes for vases, candleholders, & tablecloths that would work with our theme. I also “shopped” my stockpile for much of the food, liquor, & mixers.

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Ruth Soukup

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sravana says:

May 29 at

You’ve done a fab job! Very well written! Thank You so much!
Jami says:

July 28 at

Greetings! Very useful advice inn this paticular post!
It's thee litttle changes that produce the biggest changes.
Thanks for sharing!
dgroup says:

February 9 at

That looks like a really great party.
Tanya says:

March 11 at

This is delightful. I love your DIY ideas. It turned out beautifully!
- leeann hinds says:
  
  March 13 at
  
  It was FAB! Thank you bunches!
Crystal L. (Crafting & Rambling) says:

March 7 at

Um. FABULOUS.
Need I say more? :)
Okay, I will...this is amazing, Ruth. You ARE so uber-talented, no matter what you say. And what a fabulous friend you are to set something like this up for your friend. Yes, I realize you had help, but girl...for me, even HOSTING an event is overwhelming - you have a knack for this. Bless you, and thank you for sharing with us! Can't wait to see things more in-depth! :)
patty says:

March 4 at

ohmygosh, ruth.... everything was beautiful! i especially love the daisies in the double vase with the candle... beautiful.

ok. you only have 4 years to plan my surprise 50th.

just sayin'.

and italian is fine by me-especially the cannoli (my fav) cake. mwah!
Patricia says:

March 2 at

the party looked so nice, you guys did a wonderful job!!!
Tina says:

March 2 at

Ruth, The party looked really pretty! looks like you and your friend did a great job ! i have a party to give this summer now im inspired to do it my self !!!
nicole says:

March 1 at

Lovvve the colors of this party!! Very fun and festive. Great job!!