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Charlotte’s 4th Birthday Art Party

Sunday, February 23, 2020

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Each year it’s hard to believe that any of my girls are a year older. The older they get, the faster it goes by and even though I prepare myself, it doesn’t get easier watching them grow up but it is fun.


Charlotte is officially four years old and we celebrated with an Art themed birthday party! This was her choice and perfectly matched her messy and fun personality. She loves to draw, color and create.  It amazes me with how good she is. It’s definitely something she might have a future in if she keeps it up.

The last two years have felt like she’s getting the short end of the stick with her birthday, but nonetheless, she had a great time and the party turned out much better than I thought. Why do I say that? Well, she turned three just a month and a half after having the twins last year and I just threw a quick and easy pj’s and donuts birthday party together with very little planning and decorating and this year was very last minute as well. Not to mention, it always falls during Thanksgiving so life is busy as it is. So thankful for grace and love from that little girl who could care less about it all. I even messed the cake up this year and she was so forgiving and still managed to give me a huge hug and tell me how good the cake still smelled (she picked out a caterpillar cake from Costco and I put the wrong pick up date).

Anyhow, back to how I planned her art party and how easy you could throw one too!


I was able to get most of her party supplies through Amazon.  Thank goodness for two day shipping and Amazon pretty much always coming in clutch.  And of course, Pinterest always comes in handy too!


Like the idea to have "paint chips" and "paint brushes" was such a fun idea and the kids loved it!  The best part for me, is that it took little effort, which is always a plus when planning a kid's party.  The paint brushes were pre-made marshmallow treats that I dipped in colored chocolate and then stuck with a Popsicle stick.
 

What makes this Art Party themed birthday so easy was that you can use all the colors and not go wrong.  The more the better and mixing and matching different things was a piece of cake.  Get it? ;)  Plates, napkins, utentils...nothing has to match!


Here's a list of what we used to throw a pretty awesome (if I say so myself) party for my four year old and a few more favorite photos.


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Charlotte's Pumpkin Patch | First Birthday Party

Thursday, December 1, 2016

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As it came closer to planning Charlotte's 1st birthday party, it was no question that it would be Fall themed.  A pumpkin patch was perfect!  And let's not even talk about the fact that she is one already!


Of course, living in Florida, Fall weather is hit or miss.  The forecast all week had shown 70s and so I thought having an early party (11am) would be nice.  The weather had other plans and it was 80 degrees out by the time the party started.  It didn't stop us from having a good time!


We had a pumpkin patch set up where the kids could pick out a pumpkin to paint and decorate, corn toss, a bounce house and apple bobbing.  All the fun fall activities you would typically find at a pumpkin patch!





I seriously couldn't resist having a Smore's bar, Chili bar and Hot Chocolate bar!  It wouldn't be Fall without them!  Thanks to some amazing shops who made my vision a reality!  You can find them all listed below to create your own pumpkin patch party tables.  


Our drink menu was pretty simple: Apple Cider Mimosas for the adults and a hot chocolate bar for the kids!  Filled with mini marshmallows, gourmet marshmallows, whipped cream and our favorite Torani syrups.  We had the most adorable water bottle labels that were such a great touch!  And much needed with the very non-fall like Florida heat.




The Smore's bar turned out just as I hoped it would.  It was filled with amazing cupcakes from a local baker, the best gourmet marshmallows, individual wrapped pumpkin shaped cookies to take home and more!  My mother-in-law made the burlap tablecloth and the happy birthday banner was the perfect touch.  I can't forget the Smore's bar planter!  It was one of my favorite decorations for the party!  We put Sterno cans inside and lit our marshmallows on fire!  What I love about it, is that on the other side it says, "The Funks", so we can use it year round!




 



Even though it was a hot day out, the Chili Bar was so good!  I made my favorite Pioneer Woman recipe and we had all the fixings (hot dogs, corn chips, corn muffins, cheese, onions and more)!


...and then it was CAKE time!  Which despite the initial look on Char's face, she did not care for it.  Ha!  My very talented friend makes all of our birthday cakes and they always turn out amazing!  This cake topper was the perfect touch!


We had the best time with family and friends celebrating one of my favorite girls during one of my favorite seasons! #givemeallthepumpkins I still can't believe Charlotte is one! 

 
I promise I have another child; she refused to take a family picture ;)

 
Invitation - c/o The Invitation Mom
Mini Cupcakes - c/o The Wandering Whisk; Saint Petersburg, FL
Letter C - Michaels 
Water Bottle Labels - c/o Prints for Events
Pick a Pumpkin Sign - DIY
Monthly Pictures Pallet - DIY
Chili Bar sign - c/o Katty Good Party
Smash Cake - My very talented friend, Ashlea
Cake Stand - Home Goods
Pumpkin Cake Topper -c/o Smash Caked
Flower Headband - Birdie Baby Boutique
One Onesie and Tutu - c/o 408 Made
Mocassins - c/o Freshly Picked
Burlap Tablecloth - My amazing MIL
Smore's Bar planter - c/o Designed Signs
Gourmet Marshmallows - c/o Sweet Flos Candy
Pumpkin Cookies - c/o Rolling Pin Confections
Happy Birthday Banner - c/o Bunny Kiss Designs
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How to Throw a Summer Spa Party | The Yellow Mustard Seed Co

Wednesday, August 31, 2016

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I love hosting girls night!  I decided at the beginning of the year that I would try to have a night in (sometimes out) once a month with my girlfriends.  For the most part, we have kept to it with a month here and there missed due to a holiday or just everyone being super busy.

One month that we missed was because everyone's schedule was so crazy, that I thought what better way to catch up and relax than with a Summer Spa Party?  There's still time left in the Summer to host your own or you could easily turn this into a Fall Party!


Any of you ladies part of the Bits of Life Facebook group?  It's an amazing place to go to meet other women who are inspiring, supportive and encouraging.  You can find everything from beauty to motherhood to home.  It's wonderful!  I have been able to meet some incredible women through this group, including Sarah, the owner of The Yellow Mustard Seed Co.  The best part about meeting her is that out of the 16,000 people in this group, she lives in my area!

When I found out that she hand-makes soaps and scrubs, I knew I wanted her to come over and help host a Summer Spa Party for my friends.  We had so much fun trying the products!


So, want to know how to throw your own spa party with The Yellow Mustard Seed Co.?

1. Pick a date and invite all your closest girlfriends to enjoy a night in at your place.  Make sure you let your guests know to dress comfy.  Pajamas are totally acceptable for this!

2. Head to The Yellow Mustard Seed Co. and pick out a sample set for each of your guests.  It includes:

* Mint Chocolate Sugar Scrub
* Mustard Seed Soap Scrub
* Lemon & Lavender Sugar Scrub
* White Macadamia Nut Coffee Sugar Scrub


 
The Lemon & Lavender is my favorite, I could eat the White Macadamia Nut Coffee AND on Monday, September 5th, Pumpkin Spice will be released!!  

3. Grab some of these amazing Goat's Milk Bar Soaps.  These are great for anyone with sensitive skin!

4. You can't forget the food and drinks!  Make sure you have wine...lots of wine :)  I made this easy and delicious quiche.  We kept it all pretty simple with fruit, cheesecake gelato and chocolate covered peanut butter balls.

5.  Try out all the different scrubs, soaps and here's a DIY face mask to try after using the scrub!  You can even have mani/pedis afterwards while you sit around, chat and relax!


























A Summer Spa Party would be perfect for a girls night in, just to pamper yourself, a bachelorette party or even a birthday party!

The Yellow Mustard Seed Co also offers aromatherapy and an all natural laundry detergent!


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Emma Turns 2! | Ice Cream Social

Wednesday, June 8, 2016

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How is it possible that Emma is two?!  We have now not only survived her first year, but her second year too!  Praise God!

It was a lot of fun and less stressful planning Emma's 2nd birthday party {Ice Cream Social} this year.  We didn't get another water bounce house, but we had a water slide, a small bounce house and a few other things for the kids to play.  AND we got to host it on our new patio, which was great!

We kept it somewhat simple this year for her party, but I loved the way it all came together.  I'm getting a little better with party decorations.  It's definitely not Pinterest worthy, but we are getting there ;)

Here are some pictures from Emma's party! ENJOY!
Ice Cream Garland :: ThePaperWonderland / Ice Cream Truck (treat holder) :: Amazon / Party Tray :: Amazon / Picnic Caddys :: Amazon / Tablecloth :: Target
Polka Dot Ice Cream Cups :: Post and Twine / Mini Wooden Spoons :: Post and Twine / Striped Paper Straw :: Target (dollar section)
Animal Cracker popcorn recipe here. / Homemade chocolate magic shell recipe here.

This book came from Shutterfly and I love the way it turned out. We put all of her pictures from her 2 year/ice cream photo shoot in this hardcover book and it was perfect for everyone at her party to look at.  Shutterfly always has great deals and freebies too, so be sure to sign up for their emails if you aren't already.


We moved our deep freezer to our back patio for the day of the party to keep all the ice cream in and just had to turn it into an ice cream truck!  How cute is this?!  Of course, Emma had to help decorate it too :)  I can't take credit for this though...our friend, Brittany, was nice enough to draw this for us.

Custom Headband :: Birdie Baby Boutique

I mean, it is her birthday, right?!

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