Some of you might remember, that about this time last year my hardworking cousin asked me to help out with a Nurse’s Day celebration she was organizing? Well, I guess I left an impression because she asked me to help again this year! This year’s theme, Italian Ristorante!
Science Lab Birthday Party: NEW!
Science is serious business. Except when its a party! A party simultaneously satisfying the curious brain of my ten year old son, Jack, and his friends, and allowing them to blow stuff up. If you have never witnessed the miracle of a group of kids completely engaged and entertained WHILE they are learning, I suggest you continue reading about our recent Science Lab Birthday Party. It was absolutely fabulous! I started in the kitchen by designing lots of science and chemistry themed decorations. Silhouette cutouts hung from the ceiling, while signage, snack boxes and labels adorned the countertop. That mad...
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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
It’s so sad when Cinco de Mayo falls on a weekday. Yes, it might be inconvenient and difficult to rally the energy to plan a party on a school night, but we we are here to help! You’ll kick yourself if you miss this opportunity to invite the gang over to eat some flavorful food and festive drinks. Let’s celebrate Cinco de Mayo! You have a few more days to pull off this fiesta, so DO NOT stress. We’ve taken the the guess work out of it for you. First, plan the decor – if you are feeling ambitious you...
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Cinco de Mayo Cocktail: Palomamosa
Time for a quick history lesson. Did you know that Cinco de Mayo is celebrated because of the heroic victory of the Mexican Army over the French army in the Battle of Puebla? See where I’m going with this? So, because the French occupied the city of Puebla before their defeat, we now present to you a historical culture-clash Cinco de Mayo cocktail we are calling the “Palomamosa”!
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How To Make a Piñata
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!
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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 as store bought ready-made cupcakes. You probably won’t be winning any cupcake wars, but your guests will appreciate the effort. And really it is no effort at all!
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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.
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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 like me, you might even have these items in your house.
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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 you make it cute.
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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.