This is definitely not a trick, but a really awesome treat! Halloween is one of my favorite holidays, and not just because of the availability of candy corn. With the spooktacular day coming up at the end of the month, I thought this is the perfect time to host a giveaway over on my Facebook… Continue Reading
I’m so excited to finally share Carmendy’s first birthday party with y’all! The sprinkles, sparkles and confetti birthday celebration was PERFECT for my baby girl, who loves all things tiny and shiny. Her bash was a small Friday evening get together with family but I still went a little crazy with the decorations, of course.… Continue Reading
Owen is three! And to celebrate his big day, we threw him a party inspired by playtime outdoors. Owen loves playing outside, so this was the perfect theme for our little man — dirt, wagons, water guns, balls, bikes, worms, jump ropes and bugs galore! The theme was brought together with the colors, which were neon… Continue Reading
Summer is officially here! And to celebrate the start of the season and the end of the school year, we organized a night of activities for the children. Of course, the evening didn’t go quite as planned. Nothing ever does when you’re throwing parties for a toddler and babies. But this time Mother Nature was… Continue Reading
My sister is having a baby boy in August and we hosted her shower this past weekend — it turned out beautifully! The vintage farmers market-themed party was the perfect celebration for Roberta’s little sweet pea on the way. Usually I have no trouble figuring out a theme for parties. But this time I struggled… Continue Reading
Almost every child participates in an annual Field Day for preschool or grade school. But why not have a fun day of outdoor games and activities for our pre-preschoolers? I asked myself this question a few months ago and the idea for Toddler Field Day was born. I suggested the idea to my fellow playgroup moms… Continue Reading
My sister is having a boy!! Last Sunday, Roberta and Bobby hosted a book-themed gender reveal brunch and finally shared the news with family and friends. I’m so excited to have my first nephew and another little boy in the family. Roberta is a school librarian and book lover (you might remember her very popular… Continue Reading
My blog has a new look! To celebrate, I’m hosting my second giveaway on Ice Cream Off Paper Plates’ Facebook page. Since spring is almost here (even though another snowstorm is on its way) and Easter is only a month away, the lucky winner will receive a kit of Easter egg hunt signs – created… Continue Reading
A couple weeks ago, my group of mommy friends threw a surprise sprinkle for our dear friend Mitzi. I was delighted to help make decorations for the simple and sweet celebration. Mitzi’s expecting her second son and she never had a shower during her first pregnancy – we couldn’t leave her miss out on a… Continue Reading
I finally have over 100 likes on my Facebook page! To thank all of my readers, I’m hosting my first giveaway on Ice Cream Off Paper Plates’ Facebook page. And since Valentine’s Day is one month away, the lucky winner will receive a dozen personalized Valentine’s cards – a special customized design from me, just like the… Continue Reading