A presidential election occurs only once every four years, so this year, we're hosting a "Watch the Returns" fete chex Allie et al. Since we have two new citizens in our home this time around, in true bipartisan form we plan to deck our duo in ballot balancing style. (and in purple nonetheless -- red and blue combined!)




Guests can elect to reveal their affiliation and/or preference via their garb, buttons or conversation...or they can simply keep mum and enjoy some McCain Mojitos or Barack Coladas. 
 
Party favors? No matter who wins, the night will endly sweetly with candidate-adorned cookies and cupcakes.



The other elements of election evening will remain a secret...since some of the attendees may be getting a sneak peek via this post!

In order to gain entry, the "I Voted" sticker is a mandatory accessory.

Anybody else literally celebrating our democracy on the 4th? Do tell!
--Allie

PS - If you haven't already, please go read Andy Andrews' feature article this week...it's wonderful!