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Refreshing Tequila Sunrise Ice Pops
What you need: Makes 10 pops 3/4 cup tequila 2 cups pineapple juice 10 tsp grenadine 5-6 limes Directions: Mix pineapple juice with tequila in a pitcher. Split the mixture into 10 cups, each filled 3/4 of the way. Add 1 teaspoon of grenadine to each cup and let it sink to the bottom. Smarty tip: Be sure ...May 22, 2019 -
Easy Summer Salads Recipes
When it's hot (AND muggy if you're lucky enough to experience the glamorous St. Louis summer), the last thing you want to do is slave over a hot stove or spend a lot of time in the kitchen prepping for guests. So don't. Opt for a cool and crisp salad instead! There are so many fun and flavorful combinations of fr...May 22, 2019 -
Festive and Patriotic 4th of July party
Wish a happy birthday to our oldest, a dearest friend with this patriotic party! Our favorite place setting idea this year includes both sparklers AND confetti (+printables), which makes for a party that really pops! So what are you waiting for? Go 4th and Party! Serve luscious blueberry mojitos! Here's the reci...May 22, 2019 -
Gorgeous Sleepover Candy Station
Set up one of these at your kid’s slumber party, and you've got the early lead for Mother of the Year! As well as the perfect activity to keep guests not only thrilled, but busy, too. Smarty has everything you need to create one of the most sweet-tooth-satisfying sleepover candy stations any pajama party's ever s...May 22, 2019 -
Strawberry Basil Lemonade Recipe
There's not much better than fresh squeezed lemonade on a sunny day. But THIS is better: lemonade + strawberries and basil! In their early summer prime, strawberries' ripe juices make the perfect addition, and basil brings great flavor to the mix. For a fun refreshing drink the whole family can enjoy, you just ha...May 22, 2019 -
An Awesome Summer Cocktail Party
Sit back, relax, and enjoy summertime sipping with friends and family. Host a summer cocktail party! Alongside your signature cocktails, serve mini appetizers like Stuffed mushrooms or Caprese bites. Here are three of our favorite summer cocktail recipes definitely worth a sip (or two)! Watermelon Tequila Cockt...May 22, 2019 -
Throw Summer a Welcome Back Party!
Even though Memorial Day isn't the official start to summer, we'd like to officially throw summer a welcome back party! Summer, we've missed you. Never leave us again. Take this Memorial Day to make a memorable weekend! Host an outdoor party complete with a selection of red, white, and blue partyware. Cocktail t...May 22, 2019 -
Hanging Flower Arrangements DIY
Hanging flower arrangements make a stunning DIY project for any event, but are especially fitting for a summer wedding. I love this DIY because it combines the whimsical elegance of a hanging vase, with the modern feel of our {brand new} paint cans! They're right at home in a backyard wedding, a rustic venue, o...May 22, 2019 -
Wedding Party Dessert Bar
If you have a wedding coming up and you're looking to add a sweet station to your reception, Smarty has everything you need to set up a delicious dessert bar your guests will eat up (minus the desserts...we ate all those already)! Using our kraft paper take-home boxes, guests can fill their own dessert box with sc...May 22, 2019
