Can you believe it? Halloween is around the corner & it’s time to start planning the costumes, parties & fun spooky decor & treats! I’m a big kid when it comes to Halloween! I love everything about it, so it’s truly right up my alley! Through the years, I’ve realized it doesn’t have to…
Sourpatch Pixie Stick a party favor idea
Have I ever mentioned that my daughter can smell a piece of sourpatch candy from a mile away? She absolutely LOVES sour candy. My husband calls both she & I hound dogs, because we can smell anything. Well, for the twins birthday I knew it had to involve something sour & sweet. (Because those…
Wardrobe Planning for a S@HM “Homebody” Mom
Last week we were invited to a party! When I called to RSVP, I asked, “Are you sure you want A L L of us to attend?” My husband had to work, so it was just me & my sweet & wild kiddos. Just to be clear, I’ve been wearing shorts & tees ~ trying not…
Easy Patriotic Ideas that are fun for the whole family!
What’s your favorite smell of Summer? For me it is, fresh cut grass, the smell of summer rain, a cookout happening in the neighborhood, the smell of fresh cut fruit coming from the kitchen, Coppertone Sunscreen & a seasalt breeze hitting your face. Memorial Day has always been a big day in our family. It’s…
Birthday Cake Banner with Fringe & a free Silhouette download
Don’t you love it when a birthday involves some sparkle & a little bit of shimmy? I sure do. A couple of weeks ago, when I saw Kami’s Valentine Cut-Out Hearts, I had an idea pop into my head for some of my personal friends’ bdays that were coming up. I asked Kami if…
Happy Birthday Chalkboard Printables
There’s nothing like a birthday to make you smile & remember! I used to LOVE my birthday! It was a celebration all about me. (Insert spoiled child in that last sentence.) Now being a mom, and when it’s the kids’ birthday, it really makes me remember all those special moments of their BIRTH. It’s…
Happy New Year’s Eve 2013 Playlist
Because I love music…and I happen to love New Year’s too, I thought I would create a fun New Year’s Eve Playlist to play for the big ball dropping event. Do you Spotify? As usual, I’m late to the Spotify party to start the fun concept, but you can just log in through…
easy & cheap July 4th table decor
I’m a seasonal – holiday – theme lovin’ junkie. Just in case you didn’t know. If you ever need to find me & I’m not at home, I’m in the seasonal section at Target. I squeal just a little when they change it all up. I do believe I’ve passed this love for all things…
how to make Confetti Eggs for New Years
I confess, I’m a glitter & confetti type of girl. I love all that paper & sparkle for New Years. It a perfect combo for my paper lovin’ heart. Have you ever made Confetti Eggs before? It’s the perfect thing to do for any party. Yes, it’s messy, if you’re one of *THOSE* type A…
Christmas Party Tablescape {ideas for kids}
I’m cheating again, I’m reposting this from July. We did a Christmas in July birthday party for the twins, if you weren’t around back then or you happened to miss it. So just call me cheater cheater – peppermint eater. 😉 But obviously I thought I would re-post this for table setting or child’s party throwing…