Sodden guests scrambled for cover at Cottesloe Beach in Western Australia as a downpour struck right in the middle of a rendition of Happy Birthday To You.
This mother sparked a debate online after revealing that she only plans to throw two birthday parties for her daughter.
Sodden guests scrambled for cover at Cottesloe Beach in Western Australia as a downpour struck right in the middle of a rendition of Happy Birthday To You.
The young Danish royals stole the show at Her Majesty's birthday celebration, giggling and dancing on the palace's veranda.
Gareth Bale has enjoyed a fantastic few months. And after getting engaged to his childhood sweetheart on his birthday last week, the Welshman is continuing his summer of love in the Highlands.
This woman got an ice cream maker for her friend’s birthday, but her other friends thought the gift was too expensive.
"I hope there's a piñata. I really need to hit something". Bring out these fun cocktail napkins at your next birthday celebration with friends or family. Combine with cocktail mixers or other Shady Lady goodies to create a personalized birthday gift! Designed by Anne Taintor Package of 20 cocktail napkins: 3-ply Size 5" x 5" Printed with waterbased colors Made in Germany by IHR
This mother sparked a debate online after revealing that she only plans to throw two birthday parties for her daughter.
Hello Crafty Friends! Laurie here again! I am sharing my Light the Way Card using the Lighting the Way Stamp Set and the Lighting the Way Dies by Stampin’ Up!
In the sweet snap, the aspiring tennis player could be seen staring into the camera, expressionless, while doting on his younger sister Harper, nine
If you are planning a celebration for the entire family, these Juneteenth celebration ideas can help you make it a memorable one.
Abracadabra! Cast a spellbinding affair to enchant young magical minds.
Hello Stampin’ Friends, Welcome to Simply Sunday, where we celebrate the beauty of simplicity in crafting. Today, we’re diving into the exquisite world of cardmaking with Stampin’…
{All photos enlarge when clicked on} This weekend my husband, daughter and I drove upstate to Sterling Forest in Tuxedo, New York to attend the 31st annual New York Renaissance Faire. It was the fist time we attended this humorously stylized version of the 16th century. Walking through the main gate we are greeted by "Dooley Dragon," and we realize we are to suspend all reality and enter a world of humorous fantasy and Medieval entertainment. The day begins with a welcome address at Roselawn Tournament Field by "Queen Elizabeth 1," who is attended by all her Lords and Ladies. Actors and actresses in beautiful costumes are all over the reproduction village of Sterling Shire's 65 acres, and they greet visitors with a courtesy and "Good day ma'Lady" and "Good day ma'Lord" in 16 th century English accent. Many of the outside guests arrive in costume too! In fact, there are multiple costume rental facilities in the park in case you feel out of place and want to put on a bustier and long skirt. I dared my husband to wear tights but he politely declined. We stayed in our street clothes and felt much cooler that way in the August heat, but it was amusing to see the creativity of many of the visitors. The following photos are of the exciting tournament and joust that took place at the Renaissance Faire. It was all quite exciting! Some children were knighted by the Queen before the ceremony for doing good deeds all year long, and it was precious to see how proud and excited they were! There was also a very exciting chess match between Sir Philip De Marque, the Sheriff of Nottingham against Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men, on the giant live chess board! As each piece makes a move there is an ensuing conflict battle until one surrenders and the loser is eliminated. Sadly Robin Hood lost this chess match! Poor Maid Marian was devastated. I believe he was to be a rematch later in the day where she was hopefully won back by Robin Hood! A lively Maypole dance was held in the meadow, accompanied by many minstrels playing music. Round and round they danced until..... ...the entire pole of ribbons were braided to the end! Huzzah! We were told "huzzah" was the proper way to express congratulations during the day! There were rides for the children at the Renaissance Faire. There was also entertainment for the adults, from multiple skits performed on multiple stages throughout the park. The highlight was Aristophanes's' bawdy play "Lysistrata," where the female characters do some creative "withholding" to end the Peloponnesian War and secure peace. Glassblowing demonstrations were held throughout the day...... ...and there was multiple fortune telling booths..... ..... games of chance and skill to play..... ...and archery to try. A most unusual treat being sold by cart all throughout the park was pickles! Your choice to purchase a dill or a garlic pickle! Of course there were many other food options to choose from. This man, who I believe was a visitor, was sitting next to me at the group picnic tables. I found it interesting that he had to take off all of his rings, which you see in the pile next to him on the table, in order to eat. There were also many craft shops in the village which offered their wares for purchase as souvenirs. This booth sold shields for young knights, and the young man wearing the cape in the photo was trying to decide which one he liked. This shop had pretty pewter, silver and glass items for sale. Perhaps a goblet would be nice to have in which to drink the honey wine called Mead, which was the popular drink by many at the faire? There were beautiful hand carved items for sale at a wood workers shop. As you can see by the sign in this jewelry booth, "Lady Visa" and "Lord Master" were welcome forms of currency! All in all, we had a raucous good time visiting this replica Medieval village in Sterling Forest, and enjoyed the faire! I do believe Merlin the Magician put a spell on us as we left, so that someday we will have to return when our future grandson is old enough to be possibly knighted by the Queen! Until then, we bid farewell to the New York Renaissance Faire of 2008! If anyone is interested to visit the faire it will be held every Saturday and Sunday and also Labor Day Monday, until September 21, 2008.
Kinvara Garner, 13, from North Wales, was picked to take part in the Queen's 90th Birthday Celebration, playing the young Princess Elizabeth in a scene showing the future Monarch learning to ride.
Union Jack Mason Jar
A look at the book of Nan Goldin’s influential, intensely personal visual diary marks its 30th anniversary.
Happy Friday! It’s been a nice, short week for me, Aron and I celebrated 15 years of marriage with a couple of nights in Calistoga at the start of it! Today we celebrate my mother’s birthday and tomorrow we head into Marin for a friend’s birthday hike. Lots to celebrate! We’re also almost entirely moved […]
The monarch, 91, revealed the personalised trinket featuring Margaret with Sarah and David as she left The Ivy restaurant in London after making a rare outing to celebrate a friend's birthday.
Big hair, shearling coats and fondue dinner parties were all the rage in the 70s. Two of those things are already back in vogue, and I’m determined to make the third cool again. Think about it, a big table surrounded by all of your favourite people. In the centre, all sorts of delicious sharing nibbles, steaming […]
Us Weekly’s guest entertaining editor Lauren Conrad creates a magical garden-inspired tea party to celebrate a friend’s birthday — see her tips and DIY ideas
Here are some of our birthday rituals for Waldorf families, a birthday verse, and ideas for celebrating your children and loved ones.
I met Jess a little over a year ago when she came to the knitting group I started. We clicked right off the bat and she agreed to help me organize the group which had grown from 8 to over...
