The Blue Elephant

These adorable blue elephants are popping up everywhere, whether for baby showers or birthday parties. We are going to be sneaking a few into the upcoming Sip & See Baby Shower that we are planning {more details and pics coming soon}. The Party Dress is featuring this great birthday party inspiration board today with their WH Hostess invitation. It would be super cute for a baby shower as well, don't you think?

Sheekly Patriotic

It's almost time to bring out those sparklers and fireworks! There are some great products out there to help you make your 4th of July celebration patriotic AND Sheek. Here are a few of our favorites.


Patriotic Tubs from Grandinroad



Stars and More Stars decorated cookies from Lori's Place


Stripes Dinner Plate by Caspari


Tissue Fan Fireworks from Martha Stewart



Martha Stewart Drink Parasols


DIY Paper Pinwheels from Good Housekeeping

Fab Find GIVEAWAY

This week's FAB FIND and GIVEAWAY comes from 2 Preppy Girls. 2 Preppy Girls offers "stylish accessories for the preppy girl". They specialize in unique monogrammed products and gifts, including these super CUTE Mariposa Silver Napkin Boxes. These would be great on the table for your summer barbecue (no more worrying about the napkins blowing all over the yard) or as a hostess gift. 2 Preppy Girls has 9 fabulous napkin box designs to choose from. Stop by the shop to find your favorite! You can enter up to 3 times to win the Mariposa Silver Napkin Box (a $44 value) AND a 5 inch car monogram GIVEAWAY by:

1. Become a follower of Sheek Shindigs if you aren't already. Visit 2 Preppy Girls to find your favorite napkin box design and then leave a comment back on our blog.

2. Enter a second time by becoming a fan of Sheek Shindigs facebook page and leaving a comment that you did so on our blog.

3. Enter a third time by becoming a fan on 2 Preppy Girls' facebook page and then leaving a comment that you did so on our blog.



The FAB FIND GIVEAWAY WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON FRIDAY, JUNE 17TH. Good luck!

Getting Ready for Father's Day

It just occured to me this afternoon: Father's Day is only 11 days away. Yikes! I need to get planning. Here are some fun ideas for those of us that need a little inspiration. The best part....your kids can totally help out with most of these ideas to give "Dad" that special day!

A card...

Folded-Shirt Card from Martha Stewart



A craft...

Father's Day Cutout Frame from Martha Stewart


or two...

Father's Day Notepad from Martha Stewart

A hearty meal...

Flank Steak with Red Wine and Oven Fries from Good Housekeeping

And an AWESOME dessert (yes, this is dessert)!

Cupcake Buns + Brownie Burgers + Cookie Fries = One Happy Meal! from Bakerella

A Modern Train Party

Almost every little boy has a fascination with trains at some point in their early years. I love this modern train party that was inspired by Thomas the Tank Engine. The colors are great and overall feel is more sophisticated than commercialized, which I love.




You can see more pictures and details at The Party Dress.

The Oh So Yummy Dessert Bar

If you're looking for a unique element to add to your next event you should consider a dessert bar. Not only is it appealing to your taste buds, but it is a great way to "accessorize" your event. A dessert bar can be designed around an event's theme and/or color-scheme and is sure to make a lasting impression!

Citrus Chevron Table

Vintage Dessert Table

Poolside Dessert Table

The above photos are from Amy Atlas Events

DIY Party Favors

In my opinion, there's no better way to say "thank you" and end a great party than with a fabulously creative and unique party favor. As much as my kids love the plastic spin tops and bouncy balls that often come home in their party bags, we all know what happens to them after a few days. They find their way into the trash, under our couch, or in the endless pit of a knick-knack bin. There are so many great DIY party favors that take a limited amount of time to put together and leave a great lasting impression on your parting guests, no matter what their age. Here are a few examples to get those creative juices flowing. Click on each link to find its source and diy instructions.

Mini Flower Pails



Personalized Favor Bags



Personalized Mini Lunch Boxes



Paper Lantern Vases
(See picture at top of post)

And, for those times when you just don't have the time or energy to do-it-yourself, custom cookies always make a great impression!

Swanky Bakes