Okay, so my kids go back to school in less than a month and I'm sure some of your kids have gone back already - that's just crazy! The summer has totally flown by! I have ALWAYS loved shopping for back to school clothes and supplies, both when I was a kid and now for my own kids. I think that's why I've thought it would be so fun to throw a back to school party, just so I can buy school supplies to use as party decor or favors. I thought I'd share some of my favorite Back To School parties with you from around the blogosphere and then I'll show you a fun idea to make for a back to school … [Read more...]
Easy Mini Peach Cobbler Recipe
July 31, 2012 by 3 Comments
Several weeks ago I mentioned my grandma had passed away. What I didn't mention is what a process it would be going through her house. Like many women her age, she saved everything! Fortunately, I think we all were blessed by one or two of her everyday saves. I was able to take home these fun vintage Pyrex custard dishes. I am not a big fan of custard, but we LOVE to serve mini desserts around here and they've taken a place of honor on the dish shelf. Between the delightfully ripe white peaches in the kitchen and the sweet little vintage Pyrex dishes calling to me from the shelf, it really … [Read more...]
Mini Mason Jar Desserts
July 24, 2012 by 9 Comments
I've been wanting to make a fun dessert in mini mason jars for a while now because we all know that anything is cuter on a stick or in a jar, right?! When I went to the grocery store this weekend, it was bursting with peaches - a delicious summer fruit to use in a yummy treat, so I made Peach Yogurt Parfait's. This dessert would be perfect to take to a picnic or barbeque at the park because they're easily transportable and don't take much time to make. I'm still on my washi tape craze and decided to make our mini mason jars even cuter by adding some washi tape to the lid, and of course, … [Read more...]
Berry Baskets
July 17, 2012 by 11 Comments
I spent this last weekend at Evo with some delightful friends! It was a bit like summer camp and everyone came bearing gifts! Perhaps one of my favorite little goodies were these adorable berry gift baskets from the Orange Blossom Shop girls: Adorable, right?! The girls have these sweet little berry baskets available in their shop for a steal, which is a darn good thing because I've been obsessed with berry basket gift ideas since the moment I got home. You've also got to check out their selection of frames - incredible quality. Not only did I get to know the Orange Blossom Shop girls … [Read more...]
DIY Washi Tape Snack Bags
June 26, 2012 by 12 Comments
Summer means backyard barbecues and picnics, and if you're the hostess, it's nice to have some little snacks sitting out to munch on during the evening. These washi tape embellished paper bags are perfect for holding all sorts of fun snacks...peanuts (like I've used), popcorn, chips, pretzels, cookies and candy are other yummy ideas. Okay, so I have to admit that I'm a little obsessed with washi tape right now. I love it because it has so many fun uses, including dressing up utensils and gift sacks. All you need for this fun idea is some washi tape, and paper bags (white or brown). … [Read more...]
10 Fun Summer Entertaining Ideas
June 7, 2012 by 1 Comment
Today is the last day of school for my boys so we're officially starting summer tomorrow! If you're like me and already worried about the endless cries of "we're bored, Mom!" I shared some fun ideas on how to keep the kids entertained HERE. One of my favorite things about summer is the relaxing evenings spent at home with family or friends, hanging out in the backyard near the barbeque and enjoying each others' company. So today I thought I'd share some fun summer entertaining ideas with you, to help you be prepared for those upcoming barbeques and get-together's. I'm loving the color combo … [Read more...]
Graduation Party Dessert Idea – Push-up Pops
May 16, 2012 by 10 Comments
I can't believe it's May already! May means graduation for a lot of people...Graduation from college, high school, elementary school, kindergarten and even pre-school all call for a celebration! Last year I helped a friend of mine come up with some ideas for a graduation dessert table for her son. It's resurfaced as a very popular post - it's been pinned over 7,000 times! Today I thought I'd share one of the most asked about items on the table...the Oreo Cheesecake Push-up Pops. If you're not familiar with push-up pops Courtney Dial (who was a speaker at SNAP! last month), of … [Read more...]
How to Make an Avengers Version of Thor’s Hammer
May 15, 2012 by 1 Comment
Ai-yi-yi. Three birthdays in three weeks. Not only does it make for a busy month, but it also means coming up with three VERY different birthday parties for three VERY different personalities. Anyone else have this issue? Number two is just like his dad. His birthday favors call for subtle cool, without to much in your face theme. Since it's been all Avengers all the time lately, I knew something superhero would make this one happy...Especially if it had anything to do with Thor, his favorite character. Enter Thor's hammer. Supplies. Cardboard tubes Craft paper boxes Hot glue Candy, … [Read more...]
Fun Easter Place Card Holder
April 3, 2012 by 6 Comments
Easter is less than a week away...are you ready? I'm not quite ready, but I'm getting there! Does your family have some Easter traditions that you've developed over the years? We usually celebrate Easter with an Easter egg hunt for the kids and a big dinner with our extended family. So I thought it would be fun to make some cute place card holders for the kids. They LOVE finding their name and where to sit at the dinner table. Supply list: 1. Small terra cotta pot and base 2. Acrylic paints 3. Sponge brush 4. Wheatgrass 5. M&M's or other small candies 6. Chalkboard … [Read more...]
10 Simple DIY Birthday Party Decorations
March 24, 2012 by 9 Comments
Earlier this week I shared a tutorial for DIY fringed crepe paper - such a simple project and so much fun! There are dozens of other similar tutorials available in the blogosphere. I rounded up several. Take a peek and let me know what your favorite is. Tissue paper poms from Design Dazzle are wonderful for ANY celebration! Geronimo style sparkly balloon streamers from Blue Eyed Yonder are fabulous for a chic party. Paper plate polyhedron tutorial from Anders Ruff. Zig zag accordian streamers from Oh Happy Day. Tissue paper lanterns from Martha Stewart. Tissue tassel garland … [Read more...]
