My little girl is starting kindergarten this September (yikes!) and my son is moving up to a "big" class so the nest will seem a little quieter without my little chicks for a few hours of the day. ...They grow up fast don't they?!! To help make this step a little easier and less scary for them (and for hubs and I too), we decided to celebrate and make this occasion a "happy" one. You know the old saying: "Keep calm and have a cupcake?" Well, this is exactly what I am aiming for!! :)
Alice in Wonderland Chic Party Ideas
The film seems to have sparked a recent "Alice in Wonderland" mania in the party world, and when I saw this stunning shoot at The Wedding Chicks, I just had to share! :) I just love the simplicity and yet sophistication of this theme! The same effects can easily be achieved with a little imagination and a trip to your nearest thrift stores or garage sales!
Honey Bee-Day Inspired Birthday Party
Hi all, how was the weekend? Hot, did you say? Too right!! But today I bring you a nice, refreshing, summery party that we threw for friend's on the weekend!! Yay! I even baked the cake myself! Uh-huh!! And I mean the whole nine yards - Sponge, filling and frosting!!! In 300 degrees heat!!! Double bonus it has been featured on Parenting Magazine and site! :)
Ice Cream & Candy Birthday Party
The heat is officially on, and what's better than a refreshing and sweet Ice Cream and Candy Party to keep us all cooled down this Summer?!! The photos has a sepia tinge to them because i was playing with my camera settings to try to get a "retro" look ;)
DIY Plush Flower Pots Centerpiece Tutorial
These super cute DIY plush flower pots make for a great party table centerpiece, home decor or even a garden, Mother's Day or Spring party favor or gift! Can you imagine the possibilities and theme?! :)
4th July Party Celebrations | Patriotic Inspiration Board
I've just design a 4th of July Printable Party and wanted to share some ideas for the décor and food for your patriotic celebrations! Hope you like them!! :)
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Adult Party Ideas | A Bollywood Indian Inspired Party
Actions speak louder than words, but I just have to say this: Thank you my darling husband for putting up with me in good and bad times, for being my rock, my best friend, my soul-mate. For being a wonderful husband, father and a great human being. For being who you are and for your generous, kind, funny, intelligent, handsome and strong presence in my life - You truly complete me and I admire and fancy you a lot!!! - Oh, and have I told you he even does the laundry, the cooking and the washing up too?! :) Now the ramblings are over, remember my sneaky peek at the invites I was designing? Well, let me tells you how our day went...
DIY New-Sew Tulle Butterflies Tutorial
Last summer I was preparing my children's joint birthday Garden Party , scouring the internet for ideas, tutorials etc, and that was when I discovered the world of crafts. But most importantly, I discovered that I loved creating stuff with my own hands, and the instant gratification of seeing something I made bring smile to the faces of those I loved.
NO-Sew, Express Baskets for your Easter Egg Hunt with FREE Printable Pattern
If for some reason or another you haven't done any crafty things for Easter, fear not! Today I 'm showing you an easy-peasy, express DIY craft that even a child can do - Tried and tested by yours truly and her gang of mini helpers. Every year, the Easter bunny hides chocolate eggs around our garden, and leaves us clues as to where they're hidden. The texts changes every year, but it's basically little notes written in rhyme with cute little clues - Isn't the Easter bunny such a darling?! :)
DIY Homemade Irish Cream Christmas Gift
Christmas is only a couple of weeks away, but fear not! You can still whip up some yummy delights to give away to family and friends (or to keep and enjoy all to yourself...talk about scrooooge!!) :)