***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – see who won below!***
The randomly selected party person this week is… Mackenzie, who shared: “In 2 weeks I am attending a welcome home party for the return of two very close friends who just got done completing service in The Dominican Republic through The Peace Corp!” Congratulations to Mackenzie!
Clara is turning three very soon, so we’ve already started planning birthday details and gathering inspiration. To kick off the celebration early, we put together a festive prize pack worth $500 for one lucky reader. The bundle includes gift cards to three small shops we love, each offering charming party-ready items and thoughtful gifts.
Prize details: A $250 gift card to SmashCake And Co, $150 to Lindsay Letters, and $100 to DinoCapes. These stores cover everything from tableware and cake stands to handwritten art and playful capes—perfect for decorating, gifting, or creating memorable moments at your next party.
SmashCake And Co carries an array of party supplies ideal for a bright, cohesive celebration—paper straws, cake stands, napkins, and small decorative touches that add personality to a dessert table. A $250 gift card here will let the winner choose favorite pieces to coordinate a special event or refresh their party stash for future gatherings.
Lindsay Letters offers beautifully hand-lettered prints, canvases, stamps, and other stationery and wall art that bring a delicate, timeless feel to any room. While she has a charming kids-and-babies section, many of the pieces work equally well in living rooms, kitchens, and home offices. The $150 gift card can be used to add a sentimental print or a custom-feeling piece to your home.
DinoCapes is where we found one of Clara’s favorite accessories. We bought her a cape from this Etsy shop because of her sudden fascination with dragons (they’re kind of like dinosaurs, right?), and she hasn’t taken it off since. A $100 gift card there is enough to buy capes for a few little ones, or snag matching capes for you and a partner for costume fun.
- PRIZE: $250 to SmashCake And Co, $150 to Lindsay Letters, and $100 to DinoCapes
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “PARTY TIME” and tell us a little about the occasion you’ve celebrated recently or one you’ll be celebrating soon.
- BONUS QUESTION: Are you preparing for a birthday, anniversary, housewarming, Mother’s Day, or another type of gathering? Share the details and any plans you’re excited about.
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- PRIZE SHIPS: This prize ships anywhere in the world.
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, May 1st, or when 10,000 entries are reached—whichever comes first.
- THE USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address. Winners will be chosen at random using random.org and announced on Thursday as an update to this post, so be sure to check back here for the announcement. Good luck!
- COMMENT ISSUES? If you encounter a “duplicate comment” warning when trying to enter, consult the comments troubleshooting guidance on our site for tips to resolve it.
We host these giveaways simply to say thank you to our readers—there’s no sponsorship or paid promotion involved. Photos in this post were provided by SmashCake And Co, Lindsay Letters, and DinoCapes, and they illustrate some of the types of items available from each shop.
If you’re planning a party and looking for ideas, consider mixing one or two standout pieces—a special cake stand, a hand-lettered print, or a whimsical cape—with simpler coordinating items. Small touches can elevate a gathering without adding stress: pick a limited color palette, choose reusable or paper items based on cleanup needs, and select one focal point such as a dessert table or a welcome area to make the experience feel intentional.
Thanks for stopping by, and thanks for sharing your celebrations with us. Whether you’re hosting an intimate family dinner or throwing a full-on birthday bash, we love hearing about the moments that bring people together. Remember to leave your “PARTY TIME” comment on this post for a chance to win, and check back on Thursday for the winner announcement.