Party Planning
How to Throw an Art Party: Cupcakes and Canvases
My little guy is starting to get to the age that we've been having more playdates and planning more activities to do with friends. He's starting to become more artistic and loves to color and paint with his sister. I recently invited over some of my friends and their kiddos for a ...read more
Indoor Camping Party
There is something about camping that is just so much fun. Kids love it! We enjoy our family camping trips. Sleeping in tents under the stars, laughing by the campfire, catching fireflies, and eating s'mores late into the night. Not to mention being unplugged and spending good ...read more
Tea-Party Birthday Celebration
I'm not sure where the time went, but somehow 24 months have gone by and I find myself with a freshly minted two-year-old girl. It may sound like a cliché, but I feel like I blinked and she transformed from a helpless little blob of cuteness into a fiercely independent ...read more
Host a Frightfully Fun Halloween Party for Kids
Halloween is such a fun holiday. Full of tricks and treats and good things to eat! We love creating and hosting an annual kid-friendly Halloween party. The kids always look so adorable dressed up in their costumes and we love dressing up too! We serve up spooky snacks, craft, ...read more
End-of-Summer Tropical Party
The end of the summer signifies back to school, cooler temperatures, and all the yummy things that come with Fall. But while we still can, let us bask one last time in the glorious rays of the sun by celebrating all which summer bestowed upon us in the form of a tropical party. ...read more
How to throw an Olympics Party for Kids!
We've waited four long years, plus an extra one thanks to COVID and the summer Olympic Games are finally here! This year the summer Olympics are being held in Japan. Our kids are really old enough at ages 7 and almost 3, to enjoy watching and cheering for Team USA! We're ...read more
Easy Ideas for Throwing a #DisneyKids Playdate
A few weeks ago I shared that we were chosen to be a #DisneyKids Preschool Playdate host. We got a box of goodies to help us throw a fun Disney playdate party with our friends. My kids were super excited on the day that the box arrived. Check out our unboxing video below to ...read more
Celebrate: Kids' Halloween Costume Party
Halloween gets festive around my house. I'm not shy about how much I love this holiday and I love a good Halloween party! Tricks and treats and dressing up and being silly, spooky, or sweet. It brings out the kid in me. My kids love it too. We threw a frightfully fun Kids' ...read more
Celebrate: Oktoberfest Party! {With Home Brewed Beer!}
That's right! You're all invited to our Oktoberfest party. I wish I really could have you all over for brats and beer in celebration of this German holiday. Related: Delicious Caraway-Cheese Soft Pretzels Recipe Planning your Oktoberfest Celebration This year, Oktoberfest is ...read more
Petite Parisian Party: First Birthday Ideas
Your baby's first birthday is a big deal. Mostly for you--because, at one, they don't quite know what all the fuss is about. Still, it can be a wonderful reason to celebrate your family. The couple featured in these photos had a particular proclivity for all things Paris so they ...read more
Water Color Birthday Party
We love birthday parties and we also love the idea that children's parties should be filled with lots and lots of color. This water color themed party is just the ticket for the little artist. Best of all, it's inexpensive, easy to put together, and looks adorable! We hung a ...read more
Strawberry Summer Birthday Party
Summertime is the perfect time to have your little one's birthday theme be strawberries. With delicious berries abundant in stores, there are plenty of opportunities to use the fruit in creative ways. This cake platter from Flying Tiger serves as a tray for our strawberry and ...read more
21 Perfect Summer Cocktails
Summer is HERE! Cheers to that! We are embracing the relaxed atmosphere that Summer brings. Mamas, let down your hair and enjoy the little things in life, like cocktail umbrellas and margarita salt. To help get you in the mood for summer relaxation we've done some research and ...read more
Plan a Pirate Birthday Party
Ahoy me hearties! It's a pirate party! This cute pirate party is the perfect mischievous theme for your mischievous little buccaneer. Landlubbers and salty sea dogs are going to love this adventure on the high seas! See all our details below. Pirate Party Supplies We found the ...read more
Bright Cellars Wine Delivery Club {Review} and Hosting a Wine Social
I'm no wine connoisseur but I do enjoy a glass of wine and I recently discovered Bright Cellars, a monthly wine delivery club. Bright Cellars isn't just any wine delivery service though, they personalize your wine experience to best suit your tastes. You start by taking their ...read more
Cinderella's Royal Ball: Host a Magical Princess Party!
Cinderella has always been a favorite princess of little girls. With the newest live action movie released earlier this year, we've fallen in love with Cinderella all over again. Here is a sneak peek into our Cinderella's Royal Ball and how we hosted a magical party fit for a ...read more
Spring Party Invitations
Last week I met with a group of ladies here on base to begin planning a spring "Friendship Lunch" to include both Americans from base and local Japanese women. It's a big event for our organization and we're excited to get planning. I offered to take the lead on getting the ...read more
Gorgeous Vintage Meets Modern Baby Shower
I am delighted to share photos of a gorgeous vintage meets modern baby shower. My friend, Kelsey, who happens to be the very talented designer behind Max's birth announcement and first birthday party, is expecting her first child with her husband Eric. Friends and family gathered ...read more