If you live in a state bordering Mexico, like I do here in California, you know that party piñatas are as common place as red solo cups. So, because my lovely assistant is Mexican American, and because Cinco de Mayo just around corner, we just had to figure out how to make a piñata!
Author: abigail (abigail barnes)
DIY Video Tutorial: Embellish a Cupcake
I know what you are thinking: “Why make cupcakes when you can BUY cupcakes already made?” I totally get it. I am the queen of no-fuss hosting, but here is the deal…. don’t wear yourself out. The trick is to simulate that “from scratch” taste. Boxed cake mix and canned frosting are just as good...
themed rice krispie treats: dice
You know I LOVE a good party. And if there is a theme? Even better! That’s why when I made these themed rice krispie treats, I knew I had to share.
quick craft easter baskets
Hey, I love store bought Easter baskets as much as the next mom, but when you have 10 cousins going on an egg hunt at your house, you’ll need to get a little creative with the baskets! We have five ideas here for quick craft Easter baskets, and if you are a craft supply hoarder...
Game Night party: NEW release
What is your favorite board game? Monopoly? Chess? Scrabble? Operation? Did you say all of the above? YES! That’s why our new Game Night party printable kit is just perfect for ya. Whether you want to plan a fun evening with your family, or a FUN evening with your friends and some wine, we’ll help...
paper crafted Easter baskets
Continuing on with our obsession series of paper crafted Easter baskets, we have two great tutorials today – one basket made of woven paper and one made with paper flowers.
freezer paper stencil tote bag: Easter Basket
The Easter bunny is coming… the Easter bunny is coming! For those of you who enjoy getting a little crafty with your Easter “baskets” we have a great idea for you. A freezer paper stencil tote bag for the kids to hold their goodies. Lots and lots of goodies.
St. Paddys T-shirt: Freebie O’Friday
Are you getting ready for St. Patrick’s Day yet? Being part Irish myself, I find there is always a reason to wear a St Paddys t-shirt, all year long. As luck would have it, for this first Friday of the March, we have a free download for you to create your own!
Bohemian Baby Shower: Operation Shower
You have to know how much we here at Paper & Cake LOVE Operation Shower. It just doesn’t matter how many of their group baby showers benefiting military families we are involved in – we. want. MORE. This time, we designed a bohemian style collection of paper decorations for their “Dream a Little Dream” event...
Birthday Tradition: the candle photo op!
I am a sucker for Birthdays! Birthday parties, birthday cakes, birthday decorations, birthday kids! After celebrating my daughter’s most recent birthday, I realized that I have unknowingly created a family Birthday Tradition: the candle photo op!