{"id":2557,"date":"2016-05-06T13:30:15","date_gmt":"2016-05-06T17:30:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saltyblonde.com\/?p=2557"},"modified":"2016-05-06T13:30:15","modified_gmt":"2016-05-06T17:30:15","slug":"kentucky-derby-party","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saltyblonde.com\/?p=2557","title":{"rendered":"Kentucky Derby Party"},"content":{"rendered":"

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This week is one long party with Cinco de Mayo and now the Kentucky Derby and Mother’s Day.\u00a0 Kentucky Derby parties can be quick to throw together.\u00a0 They are basically a cocktail party with hats!\u00a0 I put together a roundup of some quick and easy ideas to put your Kentucky Derby Party together tonight!<\/p>\n

They keys are hats, horses, roses and bourbon!<\/p>\n

Let’s start with roses.\u00a0 Of course you can buy red roses for your d\u00e9cor, but if you are looking for some additional ideas, I gathered up a few.<\/p>\n

\"Crepe<\/a><\/p>\n

Rose Garland<\/a><\/p>\n

This crepe paper rose garland from the nest is cute and looks easy to duplicate.\u00a0 String a couple over the food and drink tables.<\/p>\n

\"Run<\/a><\/p>\n

Run for the Roses Wreath<\/a><\/p>\n

How adorable would this Run for the Roses Wreath be to great your guests at the front door? Full instructions via the link above or on She’s Kinda Crafty.<\/p>\n

Now on to Hats!\u00a0 Anyone can buy a hat, so I looked for some fun ways to incorporate hats into your d\u00e9cor!<\/p>\n

\"DIY<\/a><\/p>\n

DIY Derby Hat Drink Stirrers<\/a><\/p>\n

I love how complicated these Derby Hat Drink Stirrers look, but are in fact super easy to DIY.\u00a0 Full instructions via the link or on Pizzazzerie.com.<\/p>\n

Have extra hats lying around?\u00a0 Set up a selfie station with them and some other fun props for your guests to take party pics!<\/p>\n

Now on to the bourbon!<\/p>\n

What’s the Kentucky Derby without bourbon?\u00a0 Create a mini bourbon tasting area with a variety of bourbons. And what Derby party would be complete without mint juleps?<\/p>\n

Here’s the recipe for THE Derby drink, the Mint Julep!<\/p>\n

Muddle together a few sprigs of fresh Mint, 2 teaspoons water, 1.5 teaspoons powdered sugar.<\/p>\n

Fill glass with ice. Add 2.5 oz of Bourbon and enjoy!<\/p>\n

No silver julep cups? No worries, buy silver cups at the party store.\u00a0 (Party City also has some Derby themed paper products).<\/p>\n

Now why we are all here, the horses!\u00a0 Horseshoes are a definite if the weather is good.<\/p>\n

You can always bet on the race for real, but here’s some games you can play to pass the time for the non-gamblers.<\/p>\n

\"Derby<\/a><\/p>\n

Derby Bingo<\/a><\/p>\n

A printable of these super fun Derby Bingo cards is available via the link or on Bakinbit.com.\u00a0 She has prefilled ones or blank, so you can make your own.<\/p>\n

Favors are also a great way to celebrate the Derby.\u00a0I love these horse necklaces from the Polka Dot Chair.<\/p>\n

\"Kentucky<\/a><\/p>\n

Pony Necklaces<\/a><\/p>\n

Want more Kentucky Derby Party ideas? Check out my Pinterest board here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Are you having a party? I’d love to hear about it in the comments!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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