My daughter’s best friend turned 9 this weekend, and celebrated by inviting his closest friends to the Aquarium of the Pacific. The weather forecast called for rain, rain and more rain all weekend long, with no facility inside the Aquarium to celebrate with cake. His mom was panicking with visions of birthday cake in the...
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Seeing Green on St. Patrick’s Day: Photo Props
How adorable are these little red-headed cuties? You don’t have to be Irish to enjoy this printable photo booth prop set this St. Patrick’s Day. In fact, you don’t have to be a kid either. Whether you are entertaining a class of 2nd graders, or enjoying a pint of green beer, our photo booth props...
Operation Shower: Sunshine Farms
a view of the Military Appreciation tent on the 14th green I know I do go on and on about Operation Shower, but I just can’t help myself. I have a total weak spot for anything “baby”, and when you top it off with our service men and women? I do whatever I can to...
the end: A Martha Adventure
Day two of the Dreamers event in NYC, held less freezing rain and more lovely speakers. We began the day with a little welcome breakfast and a fantastic workshop lead by Terri Trespicio the Senior Features Editor at Whole Living. It actually felt like she was speaking directly to me – seeing as how I...
Operation Shower in San Diego
image courtesy of Hostess with the Mostess You know Amy from Stem Parties? I am so in awe of her! Not only does she know how to throw an amazing event, but she is also an integral team member of Operation Shower. The reason I bring this up, is that I am going to meet...
part 2: A Martha Adventure
Martha answering questions after the taping So now that Martha and I are BFF’s, she invited me back to her corporate offices for a day of workshops. Okay okay, so it wasn’t just me.
part 1: A Martha Adventure
I am tired. It is late. So I’ll make this one short short short!
New Party: Peace, Love and PARTY!
Wondering how you will decorate for that upcoming Valentine’s party you are hosting? Needing a trend setting printable set for your daughter’s ninth birthday sleepover? Don’t worry… your search is over!
Guest {Star} Courtney: DIY Garland Wreath
These DIY wreaths are perfect for a party because they’re fairly inexpensive, and it’s easy to find garlands in fun colors like pink and teal! Get creative with different ornaments and ribbons. Hang three wreaths above a party table or make small wreaths for your neighbors. They take 5 minutes to make and can last...
Before & After: Photo Booth
Okay, I will TRY as hard as I can to give you all the condensed version of the story.