Thursday, January 31, 2013

Free Printable Vintage Teddy Bear Tags and Teddy Bear Party Ideas

Free Printable Vintage Teddy Bear Tags from B.Nute productions
To all teddy bear lovers-- here are the perfect free printable tags-- just for you. I had so much fun coming up with an assortment of teddy bear tags perfect for many occasions.

Free Printable Vintage Teddy Bear Tags from B.Nute productions
There's a "Teddy Bear Identification Tag"great for everyday when your little one wants everyone to know about her bear. It's also great for a Teddy Bear Party. Hand out to the little ones so they can create an ID tag for their bear. There is also a "This bear belongs to..." tag. Perfect to tie with a string around a little bear to give as a thank you gift for coming to your Teddy Bear party.

Free Printable Vintage Teddy Bear Tags from B.Nute productions

Another tag in the set is a great for a menu label. It reads, "Yum, yum, this is beary good!". Tie this tag around a bowl of gummy bears or teddy grahams, or set one near each of your buffet items at your Teddy Bear Picnic/Party to carry out the theme.

Free Printable Vintage Teddy Bear Tags from B.Nute productions
Lastly, there's a "beary special" tag-- use at your party tied to a goodie bag, or anytime you want to give  someone special a little gift.

I hope you enjoy these beary much!

Free Printable Vintage Teddy Bear Tags
Free Printable Vintage Teddy Bear Tags from B.Nute productions

Instructions for Printing Your Teddy Bear Tags
1. Select link above, and print out from your browser (print in landscape mode). Use card stock to give the tags some weight.
2. Cut each tag out.
3. Punch a hole in the top and use for various occasions.

Printable items are copyright protected, and provided free of charge by B.Nute productions for personal use only. B.Nute's printables can not be sold, altered, or provided for download on any other site. For questions or inquiries, please contact B.Nute productions.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Teddy Bear Party (or Picnic) Invitations and More

Teddy Bear Party Invitations, Thank You Postcards, Stickers and Water Bottle Labels
by B.Nute productions on Zazzle
There's nothing like your squishy teddy bear... the one you've loved ever since you can remember! For those little ones who can't get enough of their teddy-- throw them a Teddy Bear Party or Teddy Bear Picnic so they can bring their best friend along. These vintage-style Teddy Bear Party (or Teddy Bear Picnic) invitations in my shop are the perfect look for your sweet gathering. Soft polk dots on a linen textured background and vintage teddy bear illustrations make this an invitation that will stand out! Choose between pink or blue, depending on which color your teddy love likes best.

I've also created lots of matching goodies to go along-- Teddy Bear Thank You Postcards, Teddy Bear stickers (where text can be personalized) and water bottle labels too.

So, whether your setting up a picnic in your backyard, or heading to your child's favorite teddy bears/stuffed animal shop to make your own, be sure to order some vintage Teddy Bear invites to announce the special day! Stay tuned for more teddy bear ideas to come.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Free Printable BBQ Party Invitation & Thank You to my Fans!

Free Printable BBQ Party Invitation from B.Nute productions
Wow! 5K fans and growing on my Facebook fan page. Thank you, thank you, thank you! In honor of this milestone, it's time for a free printable invite. I asked for your opinion, and summer time parties were the resounding answer. (I'm so impressed with the forward thinking to summer already.) So in response, I've created one hot summer invite just for you!

I am always inspired by typography-- and do love a "hot" palette (think red, orange, pink and yellow)-- so I came up with this bright and whimsical design-- perfect for your summertime BBQ gathering.

I hope you enjoy, and thanks again for being a fan!

Free Printable "Hot Summer Party" BBQ Invitations
Free Printable BBQ Party Invitation from B.Nute productions

Instructions for Printing Your BBQ Party Invitations
1. Select link above, and print out from your browser (print in landscape mode). Use card stock to give the invitations some weight.
2. Cut each card out.
3. Fill in with your party details, and now it's time to celebrate!

Printable items are copyright protected, and provided free of charge by B.Nute productions for personal use only. B.Nute's printables can not be sold, altered, or provided for download on any other site. For questions or inquiries, please contact B.Nute productions.

Friday, January 25, 2013

Free Printable Beer Tasting Score Card and More...

Free Printable Beer Tasting Score Card from B.Nute productions
A Beer Bash just wouldn't be a real bash unless there was some good old fashioned beer tasting going on! Here are the perfect free printable Beer Tasting Score Cards to help you and your guests rate the best.

Don't know where to start to guide your guest on "how" to taste and rate beer? I've rounded up a bunch of sites below that have some great cheat sheets to help. Print out some of their info, and pass it around the party-- so guests can decide just how huge the head is, or whether or not they indeed taste a hint of licorice or maple syrup!

  • RateBeer Beer Tasting and Rating Sheet - This sheet is mightly complex for an everyday Beer Bash-- but it does offer loads of terminology and hints to help the everyday taster.
  • Beer Tasting Wheel - Perhaps purchase a Beer Tasting Wheel or two, and have those around the party so folks can refer to them for ideas when scoring.
  • Beer Evaluation Sheet - Here's another rating sheet that offers some hints in a few categories; Appearance, Aroma, Flavor, Mouthfeel, Finish, General Impressions. Perhaps categorizing will help your crowd.
  • Ladder Tournament for your Beers - Ever thought of holding a ladder tournament for your beer tasting? Here's a sample "Beer Cup" ladder tournament hosted in New Zealand. Perhaps you can create your own based on the beer theme you are serving.
Free Printable Beer Tasting Score Card
Free Printable Beer Tasting Score Card from B.Nute productions
Instructions to Make Your Score Cards
1. Select the above image and print out on paper.
2. Cut out scorecards.
3. Hand out at party and start tasting!!

Printable items are copyright protected, and provided free of charge by B.Nute productions for personal use only. B.Nute's printables can not be sold, altered, or provided for download on any other site. For questions or inquiries, please contact B.Nute productions.

Thursday, January 24, 2013

Beer Bash Party Invitations and More...

Beer Bash Party Invitations and More by B.Nute productions on Zazzle
Here's the perfect party theme for the guy who loves his brew-- a Beer Bash! Whether it's a birthday, a big game or a beer tasting party-- these are the perfect invitations and party accessories for your gathering.

I had a great time designing this invitation to be like a micro brew label. Lots of rich textures and colors and a nice cold lager in the background, this Beer Bash invitation will definitely be a hit. To continue the theme, I created some matching Beer Bash stickers, perfect to label the bottles, as well as some custom coasters to commemorate the event. There's even a custom Brew Pub coaster that can make a perfect gift for a Beer lover, or a great addition to your bar area at home.

So head on over to my shop and get your beer gear!

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Hockey Party Games and Ideas

Hockey Party Games and Ideas from B.Nute productions
Whether you are heading to the rink or staying home, here are some Hockey Party games and ideas sure to entertain your rowdy hockey fans!

Hockey Party at the Rink
(Note: Depending on your crowd, you may have novice skaters and some advance. If that's the case, for some of these games, you may want to break up the group depending on their skill/confidence level.)

Hockey Drills-- Get the kids moving with some good ol'fashioned Hockey drills.

  • Have them skate from one end of the rink to the other.
  • Have them skate with a puck from one end to the other.
  • Have them weave in and out of cones (with and without a puck)
  • Have some simple passing between players across the rink.

Hockey Relays/Best in Show
Have some hockey contests to get the kids having fun:

  • Longest Shot - See who can shoot the puck the farthest and make it in (no goalie).
  • Most Faceoff wins - Pair the kids and have them do faceoffs... see who wins the most.
  • Best Trick shot - Have kids be wacky and show their best trick shot.
  • Relay race of teams through cones - Set up cones and divide party into teams. Have each skater weave in and out of cones with puck, then pass to the next team member. First team to finish wins.
  • Relay race between teams of passing - Have the each team spread out evenly down the rink. Have the first skater (stand still) and pass the puck to the next. Have kids pass the puck all the way "down the line" and back. First team to finish wins.

Off Rink
Some kids will get tired and cold and may need a rest. Set up an area off rink with hot cocoa and snacks. You can also have a few games or activities for them to play as well. (See my Free Printable Pin the Teeth on the Hockey Player and coloring page post for more details.)

Hockey Certificates
Make sure to award your players with fun certificates at the end of the party. Make up silly awards to keep it light hearted and less competitive if there are varied abilities at the party. (See my Free Printable Hockey Party certificates and tags for details.)

Hockey Party at Home
Having a Hockey Party, but not heading to the rink? No problem, there are many ways to bring the rink home for some hockey fun!

Hockey Decor - Hockey jerseys, sticks, NHL logos, etc... Get out all your hockey gear and use it to decorate around your party space to set the mood. Have a poster on the front door with your hockey fan's rink name.

Hockey Game Reruns on TV - with the volume off, have some old hockey games playing on the TV in the background to set the mood.

Jumbotron - Decorate your TV like it is the Jumbotron at a professional hockey game. Print out some fake (or real) advertisements on to paper, and mount on to cardboard. Put the ads above and below your TV... then have a camcorder feed into your TV and film your fans as the come to the party or during cake! They'll love watching the replays too.

Broom Ball or Street Hockey - Head out to the driveway, cul de sac, or basketball court at the local park for some broom ball or street hockey. If the kids have rollerblades, let them skate, or just have them in sneakers for the fun. You can play many of the relays and games mentioned above (under ideas for the rink) as well.

Air Hockey or Foosball - If you have a air hockey table, great... if not, look into renting one and/or an arcade hockey game to keep the theme going!

Pin the Teeth on the Hockey Player and Coloring Page - You can also have a few games or activities for them to play as well. See my Free Printable Pin the Teeth on the Hockey Player and coloring page post for more details.

Monday, January 21, 2013

Dreaming on MLK Day

Quote from Martin Luther King Jr.
This quote from Martin Luther King couldn't be more "right on" for me right now. As I've been making some changes in my work over the last month, I've definitely had my doubts... Am I doing the right thing? Will this change make me happy and/or give me what I'm looking for?

I guess I just need a little faith! Change is good. Change takes time. I may not end up where I expect, but I'm sure where ever it is, it will be somewhere new, different and even better!

Dream big this Martin Luther King Day!

Friday, January 18, 2013

Free Printable Hockey Party Tags and Certificates

Free Printable Hockey Party Certificates and Tags from B.Nute productions
Here are some free printable Hockey Party Certificates and Tags -- perfect to use at your Hockey Party. After hours of skating, have the birthday boy/girl come up with some fun awards to hand out to his friends... for instance; "Best Glide," "Face Off Stud," "Coolest Skate Moves," "Longest Shot," etc. Also, dress up those goodie bags, water bottles or other party accessory with these colorful Hockey Champ tags.

Enjoy!

Hockey Party Printable Certificates (Multiple Colors)
Free Printable Hockey Certificate from B.Nute productions - RED
Free Printable Hockey Certificate from B.Nute productions - GREEN
Free Printable Hockey Certificate from B.Nute productions - DARK BLUE/PURPLE
Free Printable Hockey Party Certificate from B.Nute productions - BLUE
Instructions for Making Your Award Certificates
1. Select the link above, and print out the certificates on an 8.5" x 11" piece of paper. Print on card stock to give the certificates some weight.
2. Cut out, and hand out at after your hockey fun.

Printable items are copyright protected, and provided free of charge by B.Nute productions for personal use only. B.Nute's printables can not be sold, altered, or provided for download on any other site. For questions or inquiries, please contact B.Nute productions.

Hockey Party Printable Tags (Multiple Colors)
Free Printable RED Hockey Champ Tags from B.Nute productions
Free printable GREEN Hockey Champ Tags from B.Nute productions
Free Printable DARK BLUE/PURPLE Hockey Champ Tags for B.Nute productions
Free Printable BLUE Hockey Champ Tags from B.Nute productions
Instructions for Making Your Hockey Tags
1. Select the link above, and print out the tags on an 8.5" x 11" piece of paper. Print on card stock to give the tags some weight. For water bottle labels, print on sticker stock.
2. Cut out, and accessorize your party.

Printable items are copyright protected, and provided free of charge by B.Nute productions for personal use only. B.Nute's printables can not be sold, altered, or provided for download on any other site. For questions or inquiries, please contact B.Nute productions.

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Free Printable Hockey Party Game and Coloring Page

Free Printable "Pin the Teeth on the Hockey Player" Game and Coloring Page from B.Nute productions
Here are a couple activities sure to please your Hockey fan at his or her party... a Pin the Teeth on the Hockey Player Game as well as a Hockey Player Coloring Page!

We all know hockey players have a hard time keeping there teeth... so help out our Hockey Star by "pinning" (or taping) his teeth back in. The kids will love this game, and it should provide loads of laughs as well!

Another Hockey Party game option is this Hockey Player coloring page below. Our same Hockey Star needs a little color and your party goers are the perfect fans to give it to him. Set out a table with some crayons, markers and more and let the folks have at it. This could also be a great thing to set up at the rink (if your party is at a rink), for those with tired feet or cold hands to come warm up.

Pin the Teeth on the Hockey Player Game
Print out this page below, cut out the teeth on the bottom, then hang on a wall. Put tape (double stick works great) on the back of each tooth and then blindfold your player and have him "pin" the teeth on the player. If you'd like, you can print out the drawing at 200% so it is a larger poster.

Pin the Teeth on the Hockey Player Game by B.Nute productions

Hockey Player Coloring Page
Just print out this coloring page below, set out some crayons or markers and give this hockey star some winning pizzaz!

Hockey Player Coloring Page by B.Nute productions

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Hockey Party Invitations and More...

Hockey Party Invitations, Thank You Postcards, Stickers and Notecards by B.Nute productions on Zazzle
Hockey fans rejoice... the NHL lockout is over and it's time to celebrate! Here's the perfect Hockey party invitation and matching party goods to get your on your way.

A Hockey Party is a great party theme anytime of year-- In the Winter, renting some time at a rink to let the kids skate and have fun is the perfect activity when it's too cold outside for much of anything else. In the same light, having the kids at a cool rink in the Summer is great way to beat the heat!

Head over to my Zazzle shop to get ready for your party-- there's a Hockey Party Invitation, with a spot for your pro's picture, matching thank you postcards, personalized notecards, and stickers perfect for accessorizing as cupcake toppers (stick to paper and a stick), water bottle labels, goodie bag tags and more.

Whether you are a little hockey fan-- ready to make his debut, or an old pro, grab your stick and friends and have some Hockey party fun! Stay tuned in the next coming posts for loads of Hockey Party ideas as well.

Monday, January 7, 2013

New Year & New Direction for B.Nute productions!

Happiness is Being a Designer by B.Nute productions
Happy New Year! I'm back from a wonderful holiday vacation and ready to dive into my "NEW" work. No, I'm not stopping what I've been doing this past 5 years, I'm just hoping to do MORE of it... more designs, more parties, more blogging, more fun! Let me explain...

2012 was quite a year for me at B.Nute productions. Business boomed!! (Thank you, thank you, thank you!) I've been so honored by the amazing positive feedback, compliments of my work and orders I've received. This incredible energy boost kept me going for many months of full days, late nights and long weekends... but alas, I must say, my family and personal life began to take a toll.

After much soul searching and business brainstorming this fall, I realized I was losing what I loved to do the most -- DESIGN! With proofs, everyday communications, productions, packaging, shipping and more, I had very little time to create new designs, blog fun free printables or do the things I set out to do. I realized I wanted that back... but how?

Focusing on my print on demand shop on Zazzle (and potentially other sites down the road) is my answer! The beauty of a site like Zazzle is it will get me out of the proofing/production/shipping business, and get me back to the design business! More time, more designs, more blogging and more fun! Here's how:

  • No Proofing Time - Head to my shop, find a design you like, enter your party details on the right and watch the proof update on the left! No wait, and you are ready to order! (By the way, white envelopes are included in invitation orders.)
  • Fast Shipping Time - I've been very impressed with Zazzles fast shipping time-- they have loads of details on their site about shipping times, so take a look.
  • Great Customer Service - Zazzle has done a great job in my experience with customer service. They are quick to respond and answer any questions. They also offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee (on production of product.) Can't beat that!
  • Questions- Although I won't be answering every email and question (Zazzle handles the ordering/production/shipping/etc.), I love hearing from you! Feel free to email me any time to ask about a design, request a new theme or whatever you'd like: questions@bnute.com

So, for now, my Etsy shop is on sabbatical as I journey down this new path. I have loads of invites to add to my Zazzle shop (that were in my Etsy shop), and many more up my sleeve I can't wait to design. Definitely email me if you can't find what you are looking for.

Thanks again for all your wonderful support. Here's to a fabulous 2013!