Royal Wedding Watching: Last Minute Ideas from Around the Web

Royal Wedding Invitation by B.Nute productions on Etsy

The countdown is definitely on for the Royal Wedding! I wonder how Kate and William are feeling right about now? I hope no cold feet!

There have been so many great Royal Wedding Party ideas circulating on the web the last few weeks, including several sites with free printables-- here's a roundup of many of those fabulous ideas:

Celebrations at Home Royal Wedding Write Up -
Chris Nease over at Celebrtions at Home has a great blog write up today about the event

Paper and Cakes Royal Wedding Props on Etsy

Paper and Cake Royal Wedding Props
Photos are a must at any wedding party, so make sure to head over to Paper and Cakes Etsy shopt to get your Royal Wedding props. They include a crown, top hat, Union Jack and more. Adorable!

Royal Wedding Printables on Catch My Party Blog

Free Royal Wedding Party Printables on Catch My Party
Need more paper accessories for your party? Be sure to head over to Catch My Party Blog for some free royal printables!

Kate and William Greeting Card Teabags on Plumparty.com

Today Show Royal Wedding Ideas from Woman's Day Editor-in-Chief Elizabeth Mayhew
If you missed the spot on Today, be sure to head to this url with loads of urls for your Royal Wedding Party, including free printable tea bag labels!

Suzi Kemp's Disposable Royal Wedding Items

Anthology's Take on the Royal Wedding is a Gem!
I'm loving the gem-filled Royal Wedding ideas from Anthology

Free Printable Coloring Pages on Living Locurto

Living Locurto's Free Printable Royal Wedding Round Up
Be sure to stop by Amy's wonderful blog to find plenty more Royal Wedding free printables including a paper doll and coloring pages.

Hostess with the Mostess Royal Wedding Ideas and Free Printables

Hostess with the Mostess Goes Royal Blue and Gold
Don't miss this Royal Blue and Gold spread-- filled with delicious pictures and ideas for your party, including many incredible free printables, cupcake toppers, banners and more!

If the above wasn't enough (these links could keep me busy for weeks!), head out to find many more creative Royal Wedding Party Ideas floating on the web waiting to be found.

A Royal Princess and Knight Party Ideas

A Royal Princess and Knight Party invitations by B.Nute productions on Etsy

Although this is one of my first invitations I created, I still love it a lot! In the sea of princess and knight invitations, I feel this one really stands out. Also, in the spirit of the Renaissance Faire being back in town in Northern California, I thought I'd share some decoration and menu ideas to go along with this great Princess and Knight theme. Be sure to check out my website, for my full Princess and Knight Party Guide including Art Activites, Games, Entertainment ideas and more...

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DECORATIONS

It’s England in the 1500’s... the beautiful princess awaits her gallant knight to arrive upon his stead for his jousting match... any Medieval or Renaissance imagery and items are perfect for your Royal Faire! Below are some more decorating ideas for your Princess and Knight party.

Create a Castle

Designate an area of your yard (perhaps a jungle gym, playhouse or patio area) as the Castle. Surround the area with colorful construction paper flags. If the party is indoor, designate a room as the Castle. Line windows with colorful cellophane to act as stained glass.Designate 2 dining room chairs as a throne area. Place decorative pillows and a throw blanket over the chairs to add royalty.

Jousting Arena

Set up your camping tent (or kid’s tent, if they have one) as the Jousting tent. Decorate the outside with colorful flags and streamers. String the flags from the tent to a nearby tree, trellis or tall garden stake. Buy tall garden stakes and tape long pieces of different colored crepe paper to the top. You can add a construction paper flag to the top as well.

Princess and Knight Personalized Banner by B.Nute productions on Etsy

Princess and Knight Personalized Banner

Here ye, here ye, all fine maidens, this regal banner is a perfect addition to your magical kingdom! This personalized banner is hand designed with vintage style imagery and old world, Renaissance charm - perfect for any royal princess. If your princess is having a royal birthday, this banner is perfect to add to the ambience of the party. After the festivities, it can hang in her room for years to come! This matching banner can be purchased on bnute.etsy.com.

MENU IDEAS FOR A ROYAL PRINCESS AND KNIGHT PARTY

When picturing a Royal feast, one sees King Henry the 8th at the head of a long table covered in platters of food– roast chickens, pigs, pheasants, bowls of fruits, bowls of vegetables, rolls, etc... nothing elegant, just simple fare, but plenty of it! Below are some ideas for your Royale feast.

Appetizers

• Pretzels and Bagel Chips

• Platter of Cheese Slices, Crackers and Grapes

• Gingerbread crackers

Main Course - Lunch or Dinner

• Drumsticks and Chicken Pieces (could be fried chicken, or

grilled on the BBQ, whatever suits your style)

• Potato Salad

• Rolls

• Vegetable Platter

• Fruit Platter

Drinks

• Lemonade

• Cider

I hope you are feeling regal and ready to go now! Again, for a full list of party ideas in this Princess and Knight theme, be sure to check out my website...