These homemade crayons make for really fun, and economical party favors for any age, and it's a great use for all those broken up crayons lying around the house! ;) I made them for my kid's Big Top Circus birthday party to accompany some handmade coloring books . But you can adapt the tutorial to s uit any party theme, just change the molds! !
Lunar or Chinese New Year is just around the corner (23rd January), so I thought you might like some party ideas?! Check out this stunning party styled by our very sweet and extremely talented blogging contributor, Christine from Pure Joy Events ! Christine styled this party for the winter issue of Bird's Party Magazine , and when she told me about the colors she wanted to use ( red and tangerine ), I just really went to town with the printables!
Happy Monday! Ready to strut your party stuff?! It's our first link party of the year and I'm soooo excited to see what you guys have been up to!! I totally love looking at all the party photos and creative ideas you link up, so don't be shy and get linking!
Boys Party Ideas | A Spiderman Inspired Super Hero Birthday
As you probably can tell, this party theme is all about a much loved comic-book superhero but due to copyright issues, I have decided to call it a " Spider Hero" party ! ;) My dear friend Smita from The Party Wall styled this magnificent party for her little boy Sohan, and it was featured on Amy Atlas and Bird's Party Magazine Fall Issue 2011 ! She used some of our Spider Hero party printables combined other the licensed images to create a true marvel ! - d'ya see what I did there? hehe Below are all the stunning details as told by Smita...
Kids Party Ideas | A Penguin Frozen Igloo Birthday
This is our first party feature of the year, and what better way to debut then with this stunning winter, Penguin Birthday Party styled by my sweet and mega talented friend Dorangela, from Two Prince Bakery Theater?! Dorangela used our Cool Igloo Party printables to style her little boy's birthday party, which we also featured in Bird's Party Magazine Holiday Issue . Below are the amazing details as told by Dorangela, and links of all the fabulous, dedicated and hugely talented vendors involved!
Happy 2012 my friends! Missed you! :) Yes, what can I say?! It's true...I missed you guys and this little nook, despite having had a cozy Christmas with my family and some much needed time out...
Happy New Year, Party Friends!!
It's been a choc-a-bloc year with many memorable and fun moments, some of which I have shared in this very blog with you guys, so thank you for stopping by and for taking the time to "listen"! :) And as the song goes..
We Wish You a Merry Christmas!
Only 3 sleeps to go, so just wanted to wish you and yours a fabulous Christmas full of sweetness and fun! May Santa bring you all that you wish for! :)
DIY Edible Hot Cocoa Mug Mini-Desserts
These adorable little mugs of hot cocoa are super easy to make! This one was actually my (Crissy here) daughter's idea! She spotted this idea in her American Girl Magazine! We did a twist and dipped the whole marshmallow into chocolate! YUM!!
Super Easy British (Sweet) Mince Pies Recipe
Mince pies are a British Christmas classic, and a real tradition in our home every year. I've also been known to make some extras to give away for family and friends as Christmas Gifts! My little cheat here is to use ready-rolled, shop-bought puff pastry - Saves a heap of time and tastes just as great!! ;)
Today's tutorial is courtesy of one of our newest blog contributors , Cris from Crissy's Crafts! I "met" Cris recently when she submitted her Halloween Party for a blog feature, and I just fell in love with her and her work! I mean, this lady is one creative momma as you'll see from today's tutorial; and her beautiful parties and clever craft ideas will be a fabulous addition to our little nook! Hope you leave Cris some love in the comments to make her feel real welcome! ;)
For those who missed our tutorial on Celebrations at Home last week, here's another chance for you to see it....In fact, it's soooo easy, that's quite cheeky to call it a tutorial ! ;) It's a great craft to sue up left over ribbon scraps and you can change the colors to suit your party, table or home decor!
So that's it folks, the shop is now closed and my automated "out of office" reply is up. Just wanted to say "farewell" properly though, and let you lovely people know that I'll be away until January, apart from a couple of few scheduled posts that will surface now and then to keep you coming back! ;)
So, have you written to Santa yet? :) All I want this Christmas is to relax with my dear family, bake some great festive treats, watch lots of telly, veg out in front of the fire and to truly create some fun memories and traditions with my kids - One of these traditions includes writing the obligatory "Dear Santa" letter ! I thought you guys might like one too....for your kids or yourselves?! ;)
Poinsettias are synonymous with Christmas, so adorning any baked creations with these edible, glittered beauties ticks soooo many boxes for me (Hani) this season! Not only these Poinsettias meringues make for a stunning, festive desserts or decorations, but they also make for a beautiful handmade gift ! AND they're a lot easier to make then they look! ;)
Since Bird's Party Shoppe will be closing soon for the Holidays ( from Dec 3rd to Jan 02nd ), I decided to give you a quick taster of all the NEW printable party collections now available in the shoppe so you can go get yours before it's too late! ;)
Just wanted to spread the good news: Bird's Party Magazine Holiday 2011 - Paper Issue is now on SALE !! Wish I had waited instead of getting my copy full price! ;)
How would you like to win a fabulous $75 shopping spree to spend on ANYTHING you like at Wayfair online store ? I know I would! ;) Simply enter below for your chance to win a $75GC to spend at Wayfair!
To say thanks: Download your FREE Thanksgiving party printable here There's so much to be thankful for, despite the curb balls life throws at you...I'm very thankful for my loving family and friends that's for sure, and for this wonderful blog and my beloved job that allow me to encounter so many wonderful people, some of whom have become dear friends!
Very excited to share our New Year's Party Editorial for Kiki Magazine ! It's the first time I have worked with a US national magazine and it's been FUN, FUN, FUN!! I worked with journalist Jessica Blair who contacted me a few months back for a collaborative six-page editorial spread for the 2011 Kiki Holiday Issue! So exciting to be even asked, but to see my work in a national mag is just beyond surreal! I'm still pinching myself...
Sweet Table Contest 2011 | Party Entries 1 - 4
Sweet Table Contest 2011 French Entry #4 - I ♥ Cakes Bird's Party has been asked to guest judge and manage the French entries for the Sweet Table Contest 2011 , and I'm delighted to share the first 4 with you today! En tant que juge pour les entrées françaises du concours Sweet Table 2011, je suis ravie de partager avec vous aujourd'hui, les 4 premiers participants!
How to Make a DIY Just Married Paper Banner
Hey guys, just wanted to quickly drop you a note to let you know we have a new tutorial + FREE printables you can download at GetMarried.com ! I have also linked the video below so you can see the DIY project in full on my YouTube channel!
Want to start this post saying a massive thanks to all the wonderful writers, fabulous events stylists, vendors, sponsors and friends who made this issue possible! A special thanks also goes out to my delicious, supportive family for putting up with my late nights, crazy schedule and busy weekends, whilst I worked on editing and styling the magazine!
Fall Harvest Party for your Thanksgiving Celebrations
As seen on Bird's Party Magazine Fall Issue , we designed our first Fall Harvest Party Printable collection for this STUNNING shoot - Perfect for your Thanksgiving celebrations !! My darling, mega talented friend Marcie from Celebrating The Moments is the genius behind the styling and breath-taking photography, with amazing, mouth-watering desserts by herself and the dessert queen, Marilyn from Whatever Whimsy ! I KNOW you'll love this party as much I do!! Check out all the incredible details below...