July 1, 2013

Mom Monday {DIY Crown Bar}

For Piper's 3rd birthday party we had a purple princess party. One of my favorite parts was the DIY crown bar. Inspired by the ever fabulous Bri of Design Love Fest, and her DIY crown post here, I decided to make a station for guests to decorate their own crowns to wear during the princess party. I followed Bri's directions pretty closely, and purchased some gold poster board (WARNING it was $5/sheet at Hobby Lobby which yielded 5 crowns). I added to...READ MORE

September 19, 2011

Mom Monday {cookie party}

When Erin of Erin Alexander Photography sent over these gorgeous photos of her daughter's birthday party I knew you guys would love it! The party was a cookie decorating party held at Sweet Impressions Bakery. I love the idea of doing some sort of craft or activity at birthday parties, and this one seems like a dream. Each girl was given a fabulous apron made by Erin herself, perfect for cookie decorating. Too cute! The bakery was a nut free bakery so...READ MORE

September 2, 2010

Round Up {coloring}

As a child one of my favorite activities was to color in those pattern coloring books. So it makes sense that I am completely smitten over this new coloring book inspired trend. Its so fun, adds a DIY element to really cool products, and is now inspiring my own work. Starting off with these super chic coloring books. They certainly have come a long way since I was little, scribbling in my coloring book. From the top The Wonderful World of Fashion book...READ MORE

May 12, 2010

My Baby Shower {paper lovelies}

Here are some more details from my baby shower. Today I wanted to share with you all the fabulous printed pieces Emily designed for the shower. First up are these most amazing hand letterpress coasters! I am so in love with these! Pink toadstools and blue elephants!? So adorable. I am tempted to add these to our product line. What do you think? Here are the gorgeous letterpress invitations she designed. They are two sided 3-color and printed on...READ MORE