Category: Celebrate
Celebrate, Holidays

Festive Fourth of July Fun!

June 21
10 Comments

The Fourth of July is right around the corner…can you believe it?  If your summer is anything like mine has been so far, it seems like I’m actually busier than when school was in session!  Fortunately, I’m slowly but surely getting into a new routine but I’m definitely missing the lazy days of summer like the ones in my childhood memories or when my boys were little!  It just seems that life was a tad slower than it is now. Even my friends with little ones still seem to be on the run more than I remember…so I’m thinking that this must be the new normal and we may as well try to embrace it!  So today I’d love to share some super easy ways to celebrate the upcoming holiday with some no-stress decorations and treats!  Even though time is fleeting, it CAN be easy to pull together some Fourth of July fun to cherish those special moments spent with family and friends!  I’m also so excited to offer my first free printable decoration just in time for your celebration or just to show some patriotic pride!  So check out the fun and let’s get “popping”, “crackling”, and “fizzing”…

cheers to the Fourth of July!

Read More →

, , , ,
Celebrate, Savor

Banana Split Dessert Ideas!

June 14
12 Comments

National Banana Split Day was last Friday but if you missed it, not to worry…summer is here and that means we can enjoy the sweet and chilly treat all season long!  Last week I partnered with Grand Rapids Popcorn to share some banana split inspiration to celebrate the national day.  It was so much fun that I thought I’d monkey around a little more and keep going with the yummy theme!  I’m so ready for summertime fun and it seems like now that school is out we’re actually busier than before.  Not sure how this is happening but it makes family celebrations even more special!  I’d love to share these easy treat ideas for big parties or just for making simple summertime memories!  So keeping it short and sweet today…let’s go bananas!

put a twist on the banana split!

Read More →

, , , ,
Celebrate, Savor

Easy Watermelon Treats!

June 4
10 Comments

Watermelon treats can have me dreaming of summertime no matter the season!  And fortunately summer is here to stay for a while…and in my house that means having plenty of the refreshing fruit on hand!  Not only is the watermelon itself delicious…but the flavor can turn ordinary treats into something summer-fantastic and the adorable melon makes a cute party decoration too!  So today I’m really excited to share a yummy recipe AND some fun ideas to turn this summertime staple into a treat that will definitely give sweet summer feels!  So let’s make a splash into the new season and show your favorite peeps that they’re one in a “melon” to you!

watermelon treats for a summertime win!

Read More →

, , , ,
Celebrate

Woodland Breakfast Party!

May 21
16 Comments

Everything is finally lush and green, so it’s time to get outside for a woodland breakfast party!  You may know by now that I LOVE to entertain outdoors!  It’s really one of my favorite things to do…whether it’s a big bash, dinner on the patio, or just hanging with family or friends around the fire pit, there’s just something about being outside that makes it feel extra special!  Today I’m so excited to share some fun ideas for hosting breakfast in the sunshine…something that most of us have waited long enough for!  This fun gathering designed with kids in mind would be a sweet end to a sleepover party, a birthday bash, or just an anytime celebration!  The great thing about most parties is that with minor tweaking you can make them age appropriate for ANYONE!  Whimsical touches keep it lighthearted but nothing really screams that it’s only for the little ones!  So whether you’re planning a celebration for your tots or want a sweet idea for hosting a brunch, I really hope you love this party inspiration!

pull up a stool at the woodland breakfast party table!

Read More →

, , , ,
Celebrate, Create, Decorate

Cactus Cake Topper DIY

May 17
12 Comments

Today I’m sharing a sweet cactus cake topper DIY…because if you haven’t noticed, the cactus trend has exploded in popularity!  I created this fun topper to add to the festivities when we hosted the baseball players for a Cinco De Mayo team dinner!  Since the meal was served up on this colorful holiday, I wanted to add a few extra decorations to the desserts.  Unfortunately, I didn’t have any time to do extra shopping…which can be a common problem when hosting ANY celebration.  My only alternative was to create something myself…so with the most simple supplies I gave it a try.  Let me tell you I was so thrilled to find how easy it was to make something really cute for very little money OR time!  I want to show you how incredibly simple it is because a cactus cake topper can be used for more than just a Cinco De Mayo celebration!  I’ll show you how I used it again for topping my family’s favorite sweet treat…lavender pound cake!  (and I’ll be sharing the recipe too!)  Let’s get crafting…and maybe a little baking too!

top your cake with a cactus!

Read More →

, , , ,
Celebrate

Inspiration for a Springtime Potting Party!

May 7
14 Comments

Have you ever thought about hosting a flower potting party?  This time of year has me so anxious to fill my planters with colorful blooms to add a touch of cheer to my outdoor spaces!  And what could be more fun than to plant something pretty AND have a party at the same time?  A sweet & festive activity for kids, an afternoon of blooming fun with girlfriends, or even a lovely idea for a Mother’s Day celebration…potting up some pretty posies is a party idea that will make anyone happy!  I’m so thrilled to bring you this festive party inspiration in partnership with Fun to Eat Fruit and Fun on Paper…so needless to say, this party will be filled with FUN!  So gather some friends, pull on the garden gloves…and let’s get planting!

get your bloom on…potting party fun!

Read More →

, , , , ,
Celebrate

How to Create a Walking Taco Bar!

April 30
22 Comments

Do you love a walking taco?  It’s a popular snack in my house…and a treat that’s actually really easy to serve!  When you’ve got hungry boys coming around, a walking taco is not only a delicious, serve-yourself snack but it makes for easy cleanup too as you just toss the empty chip bag in the trash when you’re done!  So with this grab-and-go idea in mind, I decided to create a walking taco bar as a fun way to serve up teen boys something special!  And even better?  I’ve partnered with Grand Rapids Popcorn to bring you some tasty additions to a savory snack table!  What could be better than tacos, popcorn, and pizza on a table fit to satisfy hunger…AND the cravings of popular snack foods!  The idea can be perfect for game day celebrations, birthday parties, and even graduation…which shockingly is upon us already!  So if you have something to celebrate…check out the snack time fun!

walking tacos, popcorn, & pizza…oh boy!

Read More →

, , , , , ,
Celebrate, Holidays

Cinco De Mayo Holiday Table

April 23
12 Comments

The Cinco De Mayo holiday is coming up soon!  I happen to love this festive day, and while I’ve yet to host a huge fiesta, I still enjoy creating something colorful and fun for my family!  One of the many wonderful things about this holiday is the food…wouldn’t you agree?  Mexican favorites are so delicious and are usually very easy to prepare!  We happen to love tacos…so that’s the meal of choice for our simple Cinco De Mayo celebration!  Not only are tacos yummy and fun to make but you don’t need any utensils to eat them…which makes setting a table even easier!  With that in mind, I was playing around with some tabletop ideas for our upcoming family celebration…so when May 5th rolls around, I’ll be ready to set the table in fiesta style!  I’d love to share with you a preview of what our table will be like this year, including some DIY inspiration to get you thinking about Cinco De Mayo fun…big or small!

set the table…

for Cinco De Mayo holiday festivities!

Read More →

, , , , ,
Celebrate, Savor

How To Create a Bellini Bar!

April 19
2 Comments

Having a bellini bar is a fun way to treat your guests, especially for spring and summer entertaining.  You might remember a few weeks ago I shared my mimosa bar with you…and these sweet and bubbly bellinis would be equally as fun to serve!  I’ve actually never tried making one before, so when my friends at gifts.com shared this party idea with me…I couldn’t wait to share it with you!  Check out all the fun…including the step-by-step instructions & ingredients for whipping up this delicious sip!

it’s springtime…so cheers to the bellini!

Read More →

, , , ,
Celebrate, Create, Holidays

Easy Cinco De Mayo Decorations!

April 16
12 Comments

Cinco De Mayo is just around the corner and that always give us a great excuse to celebrate!  I don’t know about the weather where you are, but even though the calendar says we’re approaching May…it still feels a bit like February in my neck of the woods!  But that’s all the more reason to have a festive treat to beat the winter-like blues!  So today I’m sharing some really simple ways to dress up your goodies for a Cinco De Mayo snack table!  I love to share good DIY decorations that anyone can create…and when they’re inexpensive as well, everyone wins!  I set up this tiny table using paper products in pretty pastels which was a fun way to put a new spin on a traditional party idea!  No time to siesta…get ready for some sweet family fun!

celebrate with a springtime fiesta!

Read More →

, , , , ,