PARTY DESIGN Our first ‘moving’ issue - tap and click - animation - video - slideshow - ready to be read on any device
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Super Easy St Patrick’s Day Ideas
Irish Whisky Cupcakes!
Pinterest-inspired St Patrick’s Day eye-candy
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FREE PARTY PRINTABLES
How-to video
Create a tasty Irish-inspired martini
MINT FUDGE CAKE
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EDITOR’S NOTE
moving mini-mag Welcome to the first issue of our new look interactive mini-mag for St Patrick’s Day! What does that actually mean? It means we have created slideshows, how-to video, animations and ‘hot spot’ buttons where content changes depending on where you click! There are a myriad of beautiful digital magazines
but to make the most of the amazing talent of the party planners, stylists, suppliers and service providers for all things parties and weddings - the true beauty of what they produce can be highlighted even more with use of interactive content - by that we mean magazine articles that move with video, slideshows, animations, moving images and more!
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This and future issues of Party Design magazine will contain readable content but also include how-to videos for tips on baking, party decorating and even how to make an Irish Martini that you will find in this minimag. We’ve decided to keep this first issue short and sweet to give you a ‘taste’ of the amazing interactive content we have in store for
you for future issues. Since this is the first issue of our new look, newly-named magazine, we would love to hear what you think, so drop us a line: partydesignmag@gmail.com We hope you enjoy our first brief but hopefully entertaining experience. Happy St Patrick’s Day!! Love always, Lady K
“If you’re reading this on issuu.com you won’t be able to see the video and slideshow, or any of the moving pics,but the full ‘moving’ mag can be read by clicking here.” - Party Design Mag
recipe
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grasshopper fudge cake Ingredients
3 egg whites
1 box Betty Crocker® SuperMoist® white cake mix
2 teaspoons mint extract
1 1/4 cups water
1 container (8 oz) frozen whipped topping, thawed 5 drops yellow food colour
12 drops green food colour 2 jars (16 oz each) hot fudge topping
1/3 cup vegetable oil
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directions grasshopper fudge cake
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cake in a box instructions
a steady hand Drop green batter by generous tablespoonfuls randomly in 12 to 14 mounds onto batter in pan. Cut through batters with metal spatula or knife in S-shaped curves in one continuous motion. Turn pan one-fourth turn; repeat cutting for swirled design.
Make cake batter as directed on box, adding 1 1/2 teaspoons of the mint extract with the water. Reserve 1 cup batter. Stir 3 drops of the green food color into reserved batter; set aside. Pour remaining batter into pan.
Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Spray bottom only of 13x9-inch pan with baking spray with flour
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Thin rectangular crème de menthe chocolate candies, unwrapped and cut into pieces, if desired (for the top).
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the fun part
expert instructions
Bake as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan. Run knife around sides of pan to loosen cake. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
Carefully spread fudge topping evenly over cake. In medium bowl, stir whipped topping, remaining 1/2 teaspoon mint extract, remaining 9 drops green food color and the yellow food color until blended. Spread whipped topping mixture evenly over fudge. Garnish with candy pieces. Store covered in refrigerator.
Warm the foil-wrapped mints in your hands for a minute or two to make cutting them easier
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For more recipe ideas and reviews for this cake, visit here
Printed with permission
bake it!
st patrick’s day beauty inspiration
what looks are YOU headed for? Heading into the city for a few quiet drinks this St Patrick’s Day? Perhaps a full on party? A quiet evening with some close friends and your favourite bottle of wine and a couple of quiet pints of Guiness? Whatever the occasion, we’ve got some green-spiration for you!
Tap the circles below to get more detail! Reading from Issuu and the taps don’t work? Click here
prepare your self ON THE WAY whether you’ll be celebrating with a big night on the town.... If you plan on heading into town for a big night on the town and celebrate St Patty’s Day in style, why not glam up your festive dress with a sparkly green bracelet, dainty gem studs, then ramp it up with some serious dramatic eye makeup? Not sure about shoes? Check out the online range at Asos and be inspired by our pick - the heeled sandals teamed with some rebellious OPI nail polish.
or if you are planning to be celebrating at home... Whether you’re planning on celebrating in your own home or someone else’s, a light scarf (stylish cashmere or a funky fringe) can accessorise your casual jeans and shirt . How about teaming it up with a chocolate brown satchel and some comfortable ballet flats - or buy some cheeap, fun St Patty’s Day accessories from the dollar store - you know you want to!! Green beer goggles, fake nails, green shot glasses, hats, beer mugs!!
and don’t forget the most important thing..... If you’re thinking about drinks to make, food to bake or need just that little bit of extra St Patrick’s Day inspiration, then remember to take a look through to the end of this small first ‘taste’ - which is this issue. As we introduce you...our loyal reader...to this exciting magazine we’re so looking forward to sharing with you. Don’t forget to send us your comments and feedback via our page!
Victoria Beckham Victoria, Jacquard cocoon mini dress, ShopStyle 4 | Party design magazine MARCH 2014
gallery St Patty’s
Pinterest 5 | Party design magazine MARCH 2014
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cupcakes, bakes and cakes
sweet Treats Like the images here? Then tap your way through the slideshow below and check out links to the websites of these inspiring creatives! IMAGE CREDITS (BELOW) | REFER TO LINKS IN THe slideshow
tap tHE GREEN ARROW TO VIEW SLIDESHOW CLICK THE HAND ICON TO BE TAKEN STRAIGHT TO THE SOURCE WEBSITE! compiled by. party design
We’ve put together a slideshow for you to see some sugary, tasty sweet treats for St Patrick’s Day. Remember, if the arrows don’t work, then visit the main magazine site, here
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ST patrick’s day how-to video
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HOW TO make an irish martini
quick ideas
If you want to create a St Patrick’s Day-inspired drink with no-fuss and keeping it simple by using ingredients and accessories that are easily available then check out the following quick tips! Add some coiled fresh ime around a straw and pop it into your Midori and lemonade. Cute little clover shaped
ORIGINALLY. VIA sheknows.com
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ice liquer irish whiskey
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Totally loving the Irish music theme used as the backdrop for this video. Check it out, it’s just over 30 secs! Ingredients: 2 oz. Irish cream liqueur 2 oz. Irish whiskey 2 oz. chilled brewed coffee ¼ tsp. vanilla extract
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Whipped cream Green sprinkles (optional) Directions: 1. Fill cocktail shaker halfway with ice 2. Add cream liqueur, whiskey, coffee, and extract 3. Shake 4. Strain into martini glass 5. Top with dollop of whipped cream and sprinkles
free printables
stickers can be stuck onto lime green and white straws and popped into your green beverage. Or, how about adding some gorgeous (did we mention free) St. Patty’s Day Printables over at TomKat Studio to stick onto your favourite green beer bottle