With Disney’s new Cinderella movie on DVD, and pumpkins popping up in markets everywhere, I couldn’t wait any longer to show you the over-the-top birthday party I threw for my daughter last fall inspired by that fairy tale. It may very well be the most over-the-top birthday party I have thrown to date. I told […]
New Years Cards by Minted
I love sending Holiday cards. I used to spend hours DIYing Christmas Cards. Then I transitioned to more clever photography with professional printing to expedite things a bit. This year was a particularly busy year. I thought about skipping cards all together. But as it often goes with a busy year, it was also a […]
A Season to Sparkle pt. 2 Sequins and Cupcake Toppers
Our Season of Sparkle Party Hop continues today with three great projects you can incorporate into your holiday celebrations. How pretty is the DIY Sequin Holiday Wreath. You can find directions to make your own at The Cake Events Blog. Dress up your holiday with these fun cupcake toppers by The Frog Prince Paperie. […]
Testing Week Lunch Box Notes
My kids have standardized testing this week at their school. My 4th grader’s teacher asked us to send in some words of encouragement for her to hand out from us through out the four days of testing. She thought this might be a nice way to help reduce their anxiety and help them feel confident […]
WIN the ULTIMATE “Valentine’s Day Basket” + Blog Hop
Don’t you love LOVE? You know I love to plan romantic dates with my man! Sometimes a little creativity can go a long way to make up for a lack of funds. But what if you are low on both this year? I’ve got your back this Valentine’s Day! I am excited to be teaming up […]
Super Invitations and Save the Dates
I’ve been wanting to show you these Superhero Party Save-the-Dates and invitations I designed for quite some time, but this party was a SUPER-secret, so I had to keep my mouth (blog) shut on the subject until now. This weekend my Sister-in-law threw a huge surprise superhero-themed 30th birthday party for her husband–who is really […]
He Put a Ring on It – Blinged-Out Bridal Shower with David Tutera Bridal
I’m a big fan of David Tutera. I’ve watched every episode of My Fair Wedding that is available on Netflix! When I heard about the new David Tutera Bridal line designed for DIYers like moi, I was really excited to check it out! David is the king of making sure everything looks high-class and amazing, so […]
Marshmallow World Christmas Re-cap
Each year I choose a theme for my Christmas decor, gifts, clothing, etc. I do it, not because I think everyone should, but because with so many great ideas and options out there, a theme helps give me focus and direction in my decision-making…AND it makes me happy when things tie-in and go together. My […]
Shutterfly Card Worthy Giveaway and GNO
I was such a lucky girl this week to get to go out with a group of amazing women and laugh and eat and laugh and eat courtesy of Shutterfly, and hosted by the lovely Vanessa of See Vanessa Craft, at Oregano’s in Scottsdale. Did I mention we ate a lot? It was so yummy! […]
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