I’ve always enjoyed a good party and New Year’s Eve is no different. Like many others, the party has changed slightly with kids.
Just because you have kids doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! Kids bring life to any party and incorporating party décor that festive and whimsical is fun for all!
Noise makers, fake sunglasses with 2015, hats, confetti, and beads are décor items that both adult and children enjoy. Have a special count down to the New Year at 8:30 or 9:00 pm for the younger kids and serve cookies and milk or sparkling juice.
To get this look and all the details check out my previous post on Kicking Off The New Year.
Every party needs a signature drink and a NYE bash isn’t a party without one!
Champagne is a the go to drink for NYE, but your guests will be pleasantly surprised when you serve them this New Year’s Splash drink topped with fresh raspberries! Not only isn’t delicious, but easy to make.
New Year’s Splash Specialty Drink
Ingredients (serves 8-12)
1 Bottle Looza Peach Juice or any brand
2 Bottles Prosecco
1 6 oz package raspberries
Pour Prosecco into champagne flutes, 3/4 full. Fill the reminder champagne flute with Looze Peach Juice (2 pours). Stir and garnish with fresh raspberries.
Next up is the menu. I’ve always enjoyed shrimp and grits and flank steak for New Year’s Eve. check out my previous post on New Year’s Eve Menu Inspiration for recipes.
Get this GLAM look and details here for your NYE bash! You can even make your DIY glitter champagne bottle to add a little sparkle to your NYE!
Looking for some dessert inspiration? Check out our previous post Inspiration for The Holiday Season:Sweet Desserts, with dessert bar ideas and more!
Don’t forget about New Year’s Day! This easy and delicious smoked salmon, spinach, olive and cheese frittata is perfect for your New Year’s Day or Christmas Day celebration!
New Year’s Day Smoked Salmon & Spinach Frittata
Ingredients
Olive Oil Pam Cooking Spray
Salt and Pepper to taste
4 oz. smoked salmon with dill
8 black olives chopped
6 eggs
1 cup frozen spinach thawed
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese optional
2 tablespoons almond milk or skim milk
1 teaspoon parsley or to taste
1 teaspoon basil or to taste
1 teaspoon oregano
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 8 inch oven safe skillet with Olive Oil Pam Cooking Spray. Heat over medium and add smoked salmon, olives and spinach; cook and stir briefly to release the flavors.
In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, parsley, basil, and oregano. Pour over mixture in skillet, and stir gently. Top with shredded cheese. Cook over medium heat without stirring until the edges appear firm approx. 5 minutes.
Place skillet in oven and bake for 20 minutes or until nicely browned and puffed. Flip onto a serving plate and cut into wedges.
Add a side salad such as spinach, tomato, onion, and Orzo salad.
Cheers to a Happy & Healthy 2015!
Holli Ann says
I love that you included a festive drink option – I’ll have to try that for NYE! 🙂
sarahsofiaproductions says
Thanks Holli Ann! Cheers to a happy & healthy 2015!
Taralyn - Keep Moving Forward With Me says
Those cake pops looks so delicious! Make great decor, too!
sarahsofiaproductions says
Thanks Taralyn! Happy & healthy 2015!
Louida (@MissLouMae) says
I love the decor and festive NYE drink! You sure know how to bring in the new year!
sarahsofiaproductions says
Many thanks Lou for the kind words! Happy & healthy 2015!
Sandra Sears says
Love these tips and that table spread is amazing! Definitely writing things down for reference.
sarahsofiaproductions says
Sandra, thank you! Happy & healthy 2015!
KoKoa Magazine (@KoKoaMagazine) says
Love the drink option. I always want to do gold and black for New Years decor but this year I am going to do silver and blue change it up a bit.
sarahsofiaproductions says
Many thanks KoKoa! Oh, I love that color combo! Cheer to a happy & healthy 2015!
Jess says
Love love love these NYE party ideas!!
sarahsofiaproductions says
Thanks Jess! Happy & healthy 2015
Nicole Keener says
How great! I wanted my daughter to stay up with us this year, after I noticed she can”hang” late on Christmas Day but the next 2 days it was a struggle for her to fall asleep so I think I just wake her to look at fireworks, just like my parents had done when I was little.
sarahsofiaproductions says
Nicole that sounds fun! We made it to 10 pm with our girls, but fireworks sounds fun! Happy & healthy 2015!
Whitney Mills says
Looks like such a cool party and those drinks look amazing!!
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sarahsofiaproductions says
Thanks Whitney! Happy & healthy 2015!
bluecrabmartini says
You always have the best party ideas, and this is no exception! Everything looks lovely 🙂
sarahsofiaproductions says
Thank you for your kind words! Happy & healthy 2015!
MAC says
So cute! Love these ideas!
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sarahsofiaproductions says
Thank you MAC! Happy & healthy 2015!
Stephanie Pass says
Looks fabulous! Love the drink idea!
sarahsofiaproductions says
Thanks Stephanie! Happy & healthy 2015!
Dionne Dean says
I will be at the thrift store tomorrow, picking out some unique items for my table settings. Thanks for the inspiration!
sarahsofiaproductions says
Oh Dionne a woman after my own heart, love it! You’ll have to show me what you did. My pleasure! Happy & healthy 2015!
mybigfathappylife says
These all look fabulous! Your New Year’s Day Smoked Salmon & Spinach Frittata sounds yummy!
sarahsofiaproductions says
Thank you! I made it for Christmas and New Year’s Day. Happy & healthy 2015!
Sarah says
I am so excited for New Years Eve! I love everything silver and gold for decorating!
sarahsofiaproductions says
SO fun! Happy & healthy 2015!
Joyce Brewer (@MommyTalkShow) says
Yes, for the festive drink. I’ll be home for NYE but I’d still like something tasty to drink while I’m hanging with my husband.
sarahsofiaproductions says
Absolutely! Happy & healthy 2015 Joyce!
Kim Stuffed Suitcase (@StuffedSuitcase) says
That New Years Splash drink sounds delicious!
Cindy says
i recently started glamorizing EVERYTHING!! Glitter can be found all throughout my apartment! So much fun. I love the gold balloons!! Happy New Year!
sarahsofiaproductions says
Cindy, I LOVE it! Thank you for your kind words! Happy & healthy 2015!
Bismah Abdelgawad says
Wonderful decor! I love the dessert bar. The desserts all look so delicious!
sarahsofiaproductions says
Thank you Bismah for the kind words! Happy & healthy 2015!
Sarah says
Oh these recipes look absolutely delicious and I love the New Years decorations on the table settings! I am going to try the smoked salmon recipe. It would go great for breakfast, lunch, or brunch!
sarahsofiaproductions says
Many thanks Sarah for your kind words! Happy & healthy 2015!
Rattles and Heels (@RattlesandHeels) says
I absolutely love the New Years Eve decor and drinks. Looks like a fabulous way to bring in the new year.
sarahsofiaproductions says
Many thanks for your kind words! Happy & healthy 2015!
Neatly-Packaged (@Neatly_Packaged) says
What a great party!! Happy 2015!! 🙂
sarahsofiaproductions says
Many thanks! Happy & healthy 2015!
markhaddin says
I am a VERY new reader of your blog but having made this last night I am now definitely a permanent one! It was INCREDIBLE – I will be making it again, for sure! And what a good way to make smoked salmon go further! Thanks so much
Sarah Sofia Knepp says
Mark, many thanks for your kind words and stopping by! I love hearing that people come and try my recipes and are inspired! I noticed you do clean eating and I make this without cheese for myself as I try to stay away from dairy. All my best, Sarah