There are way too many cutie details on this back to school goodies table to cover in a little post. Crayon stands and buckets of candy “supplies” and even non-food ideas, like coloring and other school stations. And put together on a budget, too. Find them all HERE at Crissy’s Crafts. And for favors? Check out these bookworms with … Read More ...
Cute Bentos and a Giveaway at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons
On my to-do list is still to get into bento box lunches for my daughter who would love such a thing. Picky eater as she is, it would be perfect. So I may be entering this giveaway myself. Enter to win an Easy Lunchbox and find how-tos for apple-themed and bear-themed lunches HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons… Read More ...
Under the Sea Dessert Table
Going under the sea any time soon? I mean party-wise, though tales of actual sea adventures would be welcome, too. You’ll find lots o’ great and re-creatable ideas for the dessert table HERE at D.I.Y. Louisville. Love the easy to make clam cookies and the adorable goldfish marshmallow pops.
Are you hosting an under the sea themed party? check … Read More ...
Totally Awesome Sweets for an ’80s Party
I know I brag about growing up in the ’80s every chance I get, but I have to share this totally awesome ’80s party. (Wait, why do I brag about being of advanced age? ‘Cuz the ’80s were totally awesome.) You must see the yummy details that turn the awesomeness of the ’80s into sweets HERE at Lynlee’s Petite Cakes.… Read More ...
Frosting Shots
Have you spotted this trend out and about yet? These quick doses of sugar called frosting shots that more and more shops are offering? Make your own for your party guests, those you think can handle them, HERE at Love U Madly.… Read More ...
Mermaid Tail Cupcakes
Anyone else’s kid obsessed with mermaids? Mine even has theories about how they swim quickly versus slowly and how they transition from water to land. Find the how-tos to make these very-doable, edible mermaid tails and ocean cupcakes HERE at Mrs. Dork.
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Seashell Cupcake Toppers
Still a few weeks left of beach time to enjoy some seashells (though truth be told, my favorite time at the beach is after the season ends). Find the how-tos to make these gumpaste seashell cupcake toppers–including the sparkly personalized letters–HERE at tikkido.… Read More ...
Printable Butterfly Cupcake Toppers
Oh so pretty… I know at least one butterfly fan who would adore these pretty 3D cupcake toppers. Find the free printable for butterfly cupcake toppers HERE at the Party Planning Center.… Read More ...
Baby Bottle Cake Pops
Guess what’s on this gal’s mind? Though I in no way want a baby shower to fill my already-filled house with more kid gear, I wouldn’t mind a few of these. Find the how-tos and discover how exactly these are made HERE at The Sew*er, The Caker, The CopyCat Maker. Thanks, Ashley, for the tip!… Read More ...
Bird’s Party Magazine, the Fall Issue is Out!!
I’m excited to share with you the latest (and I think the greatest so far) issue of Bird’s Party Magazine for Fall 2012. You’ll see my dangling sparkling spider cookies and caramel apple pops in there, but I’m way more impressed by how much party and treat goodness is packed in the pages. A sampling of the goods inside: … Read More ...
Bug Juice and Critter Snacks and Dirt Dessert

How utterly perfect for a creepy, crawly, critter-filled party. I’m loving the dressed-up bug juice and crazy adorable ladybug and ant crackers. Find the recipes for the buggy crackers HERE at My Own Ideas.
If you’re looking for the perfect way to bring some fun and creativity into your next kids’ party, look no further than this roundup of … Read More ...
ParaNorman DIY Decorating Kits Giveaway!!!
To celebrate the release of the 3D stop motion family flick, ParaNorman, on August 17, Focus Features asked me to help spread the word with a giveaway! With my kit, I made cookie pops and blood-oozing neon green cupcakes. The cute n’ creepy kit includes ParaNorman cupcake liners and character picks, edible frosting toppers, and a custom-made cookie cutter. … Read More ...
Hand-Stamped Menu Utensil Holders
My title does not do this justice, I think. While I have no wedding or fancy event to plan any time soon, I need to bookmark this for that one day, in the future, I might actually have a wedding or fancy event to plan. Because I love this charming, easy-to-assemble idea for a place setting. Find the how-tos to … Read More ...
Pinata Cupcakes
First there were Pinata cookies…. and now, Pinata cupcakes! A chocolate dome is all you need. Find the how-tos HERE at La Receta de la Felicidad, spotted on handmade charlotte.… Read More ...
61 Birthday Cakes to Make
I’ve posted on these collections of birthday cake ideas from Parenting before, but now they have them all collected neatly on one page, organized by theme, so you can easily pick and choose what masterpiece you’ll create without having to thumb through pages. Find 61 birthday cakes to make HERE at Parenting.

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