Each Christmas season, we host a small Christmas cookie decorating party. It’s become an annual tradition that we really look forward to. Over the years we've found ways to make this party a lot easier to pull off, so I’m sharing my best cookie decorating party tips...
One of my favorite images from my daughters' tea party is of all the guests gazing at our food and desserts table. If you're wondering about things to serve at a kids' tea party, you're in the right place — because the tiny sandwiches, the sweets on a tiered tray, the...
Are you as in love with the pink Halloween trend as I am? I think a pink Halloween party would be perfect for an October birthday or pre-trick or treating. What better way to get your kids to eat a little dinner before the big night than by making it sweetly spooky?...
Ya'll, I guess I can kiss the SEO ranking on this post goodbye, because NO ONE is going to be Googling "Dolly Parton + Weather Birthday Party for Twins." But, this is the reality of birthday parties for twins! Honestly, I'm just glad my kids haven't said they are too...
We are all about the Barbie movie, and if your daughter is too, then here are some disco Barbie birthday party ideas to get your party started. I've covered Barbie party decor, food, place settings, activities and party favors. Come on Barbie, let's go party! I have...
Today I'm so excited to welcome Cami Monet Miller to the blog with the ONE of a Kind first birthday party she created for her daughter Mia. This party is sooo gorgeous. Even if you don't have a one-year old, I KNOW you'll find design inspiration that you could apply...
In November, my daughters and I were so excited help our friend Stephanie and her family set up for baby Ray's Marvelous First Birthday Party. Dad Greg is a HUGE Marvel comics fan. Marvel was really the only choice for this first party! If you remember my Ray of...
Most of my parties feature at least one sweet treat from Sparkling Sweets Boutique. Autumn creates stunning cake pops and lots of other party goodies. (Check out my two most recent Halloween parties here and here that feature her cake pops.) So as her boys were...
Today, I'm excited to welcome Christy from Itsy Belle with her son's fun Knight in Shining Armor Party! Great activities, homemade party decor, and a party staged at home — this one was right up my alley, so I'm thrilled that Christy is letting me share it with you....
Back in February, my sister-in-law Kathy and I were honored to host a hearts and doilies bridal shower for our nephew Eric's fiance, Ashley. Eric and Ashley are now married and expecting! So Kathy and I teamed up again and hosted a dinosaur baby shower this past...
This past Friday, I put out an invitation on Facebook for you to ask me any party questions. Want to know how to recreate something you've seen on Pinterest? Stumped for a party idea? Ask me! I've gotten some great questions, so as long you all keep them coming, I'll...
Today I'm excited to welcome Christy of Itsy Belle back to the blog -- don't miss her Owl Baby Shower and Valentine's Spa Party. Christy styled this Vintage Baseball Party to honor her grandfather -- and you know this must have touched his heart! I think this party...
If your child lights up around science, numbers, or how things work, a STEM birthday party is one of the most memorable themes you can plan for your little scientist. With a STEM party, you can combine party time with learning while keeping your kids entertained. Kids...
Each Christmas season, we host a small Christmas cookie decorating party. It’s become an annual tradition that we really look forward to. Over the years we've found ways to make this party a lot easier to pull off, so I’m sharing my best cookie decorating party tips...
There’s nothing my girls love more during the Christmas holiday then curling up with some snacks and watching Christmas movies. Whether it’s childhood favorites or a Hallmark Christmas movie marathon, we are here for the Christmas movies. And while nobody needs...
If the 4th of July is hot as Hades where you live, like it is here in Georgia, you’re thinking about indoor Independence Day celebration ideas. I love outdoor 4th of July party styling as much as the next girl, but I can’t with the heat. So, my girls and I came up...
I spent most of Mother's Day in pajamas, binging Law & Order SVU. Which was actually an excellent way to spend Mother's Day; highly recommend. Anyway, I was completely fried from hosting my twin daughters' high school graduation open house party the day before....
Party inspiration can come from just about anywhere, and for this Let’s Go Fly a Kite Party, it came from cute diamond-shaped plates from Pickytarian. These plates are super-sturdy, sustainably made and compostable. So you can feel really good about using easy...
Ya'll, I guess I can kiss the SEO ranking on this post goodbye, because NO ONE is going to be Googling "Dolly Parton + Weather Birthday Party for Twins." But, this is the reality of birthday parties for twins! Honestly, I'm just glad my kids haven't said they are too...
I’m a mom of twin girls, so I know that planning two birthday parties in one can be a little overwhelming. And, if you have boy/girl twins, birthday party planning becomes that much more complicated. So I’ve rounded up my best ideas on how to plan a birthday party for...
Do your kids ever have trouble choosing a birthday party theme? This year, as my twin daughters’ 17th birthday approached, they could NOT agree on a theme. They finally hit on the idea of a disco birthday party, which was an idea I’d never would have come up with for...
One of the reasons I offer online party planning services (like The Party Course and my themed party plans) instead working as a local event planner, is that I don't want to spend weekends away from my daughters, running birthday parties for other moms' kids but...
I've got a party for you that comes together really quickly, is inexpensive, easy on you, and will be loved by all ages, boys and girls: a donut party. Ours was a Hawaiian-styled donut party for my twin daughters' 15th birthday. The tropical look was inspired by one...
Here's the thing about 14-year-olds: they know what they want. And when it comes to planning a teen girls bowling birthday party, mine were no exception — my twin girls wanted a bowling birthday party / sleepover and they wanted their primary party color to be ginger....
In November, my daughters and I were so excited help our friend Stephanie and her family set up for baby Ray's Marvelous First Birthday Party. Dad Greg is a HUGE Marvel comics fan. Marvel was really the only choice for this first party! If you remember my Ray of...
Today I'm so excited to welcome Cami Monet Miller to the blog with the ONE of a Kind first birthday party she created for her daughter Mia. This party is sooo gorgeous. Even if you don't have a one-year old, I KNOW you'll find design inspiration that you could apply...
Well, what'da ya know? I have readers in Switzerland, and one of them is a very sweet party planner who submitted today's party feature. Tala Vondaniken of Perfect Packages operates in a very cool niche, as a one-stop-shop for expats in Switzerland, handling...
This past Friday, I put out an invitation on Facebook for you to ask me any party questions. Want to know how to recreate something you've seen on Pinterest? Stumped for a party idea? Ask me! I've gotten some great questions, so as long you all keep them coming, I'll...
Some days, your inbox just makes you happy. Kristen of Paige Simple Studio sent me her son's nautical first birthday party, and it was a happy day! Love the colors, love the pinwheels, love the serving trays, and LOVE the back drop! Kristen's son Chase, was 10 days...
As a mom of twins, I have it fairly easy when it comes to birthdays. Two birds with one stone and all that. I get to be a little more extravagant than I might be for a party of one. And of course, it's all made easier because I have two of the same sex. The challenge...
Each Christmas season, we host a small Christmas cookie decorating party. It’s become an annual tradition that we really look forward to. Over the years we've found ways to make this party a lot easier to pull off, so I’m sharing my best cookie decorating party tips...
Ya'll, I guess I can kiss the SEO ranking on this post goodbye, because NO ONE is going to be Googling "Dolly Parton + Weather Birthday Party for Twins." But, this is the reality of birthday parties for twins! Honestly, I'm just glad my kids haven't said they are too...
There’s nothing my girls love more during the Christmas holiday then curling up with some snacks and watching Christmas movies. Whether it’s childhood favorites or a Hallmark Christmas movie marathon, we are here for the Christmas movies. And while nobody needs...
Anyone who’s hosted any kind of party knows that the cost can add up quick! That’s why it’s so important to have a budget in mind when you’re planning your party. The budget gives you guardrails: they keep you from driving off the road! So how much does it cost to...
I spent most of Mother's Day in pajamas, binging Law & Order SVU. Which was actually an excellent way to spend Mother's Day; highly recommend. Anyway, I was completely fried from hosting my twin daughters' high school graduation open house party the day before....
Do your kids ever have trouble choosing a birthday party theme? This year, as my twin daughters’ 17th birthday approached, they could NOT agree on a theme. They finally hit on the idea of a disco birthday party, which was an idea I’d never would have come up with for...
Being invited to a party is wonderful — it means someone wants to share their special occasion with you! While bringing a bottle of wine or flowers is always appreciated, here are some more creative ways to thank your host for their hospitality. Because nothing says,...
The Super Bowl isn't just for die-hard football fans — it's a fantastic opportunity to create an incredible family gathering that's fun for both kids and adults. But if you've got young kids, how do you pull off a Super Bowl Watch Party that keeps the kids...
In November, I shared the Ray of Sunshine baby shower I hosted for a dear friend. The party was at a local restaurant — a first for me! I've never hosted a party at a restaurant, but I would definitely do it again. Here are my tips about how to host a party at a...
When my twins started daycare, there was an assistant teacher in the two-year-old room who quickly became a family favorite. Miss Stephanie also moonlighted as our babysitter and later as my party assistant. And now, she and her husband Greg are expecting their first...
I promised to share another small, socially distanced birthday party with you. This is what we did for my mom's birthday back at the end of April. It couldn't have been simpler — or shorter — but it kept us safe while squeezing in a little celebration. It all started...
When we had girls, it did not occur to me that they would turn out to be HUGE college football fans. Time to update my thinking! After the University of Georgia lost the national collage championship to Alabama last year, Baby A just cried and cried. So this year, I...
We are all about the Barbie movie, and if your daughter is too, then here are some disco Barbie birthday party ideas to get your party started. I've covered Barbie party decor, food, place settings, activities and party favors. Come on Barbie, let's go party! I have...
My darling little niece (actually great-niece, but let's not go there because it makes me feel old) has chosen a Barbie birthday party. Her "Kitty" will host the party, but I get to help out with some ideas! And that means, you get a Barbie birthday party mini party...
One of our summer plans for this year was a trip to the pick your own strawberry patch. With my broken foot, we've had to skip that plan. But at least I could dream up a mini party plan for a strawberry birthday party for you! It's got bright colors and a modern...
I love making these mini party plans for ya'll! They really satisfy my need to plan All. The. Parties. even though I can't afford to host All. The. Parties. Also, boy parties are so much fun! So today, here is my mini party plan for a construction birthday party. All...
One of the most popular posts on this blog is a girl's superhero party. So I thought it might be fun to create a mini party plan for a superhero birthday party. I styled this mini party plan in the traditional red, yellow, and blue, but you could change the color...
Our family is a mixed bag when it comes to shark fandom. My husband has never quite gotten over the movie Jaws, and maintains a healthy respect for sharks. Baby B is fascinated by them, and wanted to become a marine biologist for a while. Baby A and I are big fans of...
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