Posted on December 28, 2011
Just a glimpse of the fun we had last week at our holiday breakfast party…
more pics to come!
Posted on December 15, 2011
A glimpse of Madelyn’s birthday party.
Happy birthday love!
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Posted on October 30, 2011
Just a glimpse of the fun we had at Tommy’s 1st birthday party this weekend…
Many more pics to share soon!
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Posted on August 20, 2011
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Posted on August 19, 2011
Quote is from @Cupcake Quotes on twitter
We’re getting ready for a goodbye party this weekend so today we made cupcake toppers. Atlas paper worked out to be the perfect symbol for our cross-country move. We also used maps to make paper chain decor – so ambitious, right?
Pinwheels are easy to make and I love that they can be made from anything and everything (vintage paper, sheet music, newspaper, or any other ephemera).
Here’s the directions I use (from Better Homes and Gardens):
1. Cut out a 4″ or 6″ paper square.
2. Draw an X from corner to corner; cut along the lines, stopping 1″ from the center.
3. Gather every other corner to the center, stick a pushpin through them and into a candy stick in the back.
4. Attach a miniature pencil eraser to hold in place.
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Posted on August 17, 2011
So very honored to be featured on Amy Atlas today! Check it out here.
Somebody pinch me, please!
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Posted on July 23, 2011
Giant yellow sun umbrellas…sparkling blue water…finding shade under a cabana…sipping cool drinks…watching children splash in the pool…soaking the sun on an oversized lounge chair…there’s nothing like a pool party to make perfect summer memories. We have hosted 2 parties this summer in an attempt to beat the heat. As usual, I took way too many pics at both events and will need time to catch up. For now, here’s a peek at the fun we had with the girls’ preschool friends (and their families)…
Party Tip: Make sure to get pictures of your children before all the party guests arrive. Once they meet up with friends they will have no interest in photo ops.
I shot these pics of the girls an hour before the party – they were excited and fresh so happy to give me some camera love 
On the agenda: swim and play! Simple toys like water balloons, hula hoops, bubbles, squirt guns, and dive-sticks kept the kids entertained. They had more fun with the 5o cent squirt guns than anything else.
We also had a poolside photo booth (soooo fun)! Check it out here.
On the menu:
Snow cones (make your own!)
Banana Split Minis
Pool Sharks
PB&J sandwich packs (is that not always the perfect snack for hungry bellies after pool time?)
Cake
Freeze Pops
Variety of beverages
Notice the bubble refill station? Fill your own bubble bottles are a huge hit with the preschool crowd. Not a bad idea for everyday summertime fun either – we have kept a station on our back porch for the last few months.
My favorite bubble recipe:
1 part dishwasher soap (Dawn brand is said to be best)
8 parts water
1/4 part glycerin (available in pharmacies)
Stir the ingredients together and leave the solution in an open container for several hours. This gives the alcohol in the dishwashing soap a chance to evaporate.
The style for this party was inspired by the Loralee Lewis Sweetie Swimcap Collection and I have fallen in love with her entire product line. Party planning has never been so fun! Loralee offers fabulous designs, amazing details, and exceptional service. I have enjoyed working with her so much on the planning of this pool party.
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Posted on April 26, 2011
Today we celebrate Julia’s 3rd birthday!
So thankful for our sweet girl.
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Posted on December 15, 2010
a grand day filled with simple delights…
birthday monsters visited in the night and left pink donuts for breakfast + 5 gifts for the bday girl…(a hello kitty key chain, crayolas, fairy wings, ring pops, and a coloring book).
new red cowboy boots.
preschool celebrations (and mom came with to spend the day too!)
handmade cards from friends.
birthday cake picnic with Julia (+ favorite dolls).
party crowns (and doll party hats).
a stack of presents.
cards in the mail.
ice cream date with auntie Kjerstin.
favorite dinner (pasta)…followed by cake (again), sparkler candles, and birthday wishes.
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