Since the kids have been bugging me recently (i.e. the past four years), I was inspired to make love bug valentines this year. So I created valentine cards with a few different “buggy” messages that I paired with adorable wind-up flipping bug toys. And because I’m a super nice person, I made the love bug… Continue Reading
You guys, Valentine’s Day is just five days away. And I’ve got a super cute and fun idea — splat ball valentines! When I saw red heart-shaped splat balls from Oriental Trading, I knew they would be perfect for Owen’s valentines for his friends. Throwing a sticky, squishy ball around is pretty much Owen’s version of… Continue Reading
Halloween is less than two weeks away! I can hardly wait. So in anticipation of all the spooky activities coming up, including my family’s annual pumpkin carving gathering, I made cute spider Halloween favors for the children using little candy jars. These favors are creepy, crawly, and filled with sweet treats — a perfect DIY… Continue Reading
Last week, we celebrated the beginning of Owen’s academic journey with a school kick-off party! After all, starting preschool is kind of a big deal so I couldn’t let the occasion go by without a back to school celebration dinner (also, Target had some adorable school decorations in their dollar zone that I couldn’t resist buying).… Continue Reading
Here’s a simple way to make adorable toppers to decorate cupcakes or a cake for an ice cream-themed party. Yep, I know summer is over…but ice cream is part of celebrations year-round in my universe. (And we’re in the middle of a heatwave here, so the need for ice cream is very real.) These ice… Continue Reading
Summer is the time for frozen treats! Here’s the scoop for making an ice cream cone fan craft that’s super easy and super cute. Plus, this cool cone can keep your child cool during the hot days outside. It’s also a great craft to make for ice cream-themed summer parties — hand them out to… Continue Reading
Independence Day is already next weekend…summer is flying by! But you have plenty of time to whip up this super easy DIY 4th of July confetti cake. This holiday dessert looks spectacular — no one will ever guess it was a breeze to decorate. If you know how to use scissors, you can make this… Continue Reading
At the end of the month, my sister Emily’s second baby girl is arriving! We are so excited and decided to have a small get together to celebrate before the new baby makes her appearance. We wanted her “sprinkle” to be more about having a chance for some fun and relaxation before she has a… Continue Reading
Have you noticed that paper flowers are all the rage right now for decorations? Well I came up with the easiest paper flower craft ever, made with PAPER PLATES! This paper plate flower craft looks modern and pretty; you’d never guess they were made from paper tableware. They are simple enough to be a craft for… Continue Reading
The fifth of May is a week away! Time for a Cinco de Mayo party! (Although this mama could really use a siesta not a fiesta.) But I can’t resist celebrating a holiday that makes for great decorations. Cinco de Mayo brings out the best of my creativity with its bright colors and festive piñatas. Plus… Continue Reading