Perfect Little Pedestal

Thank you to 
The Savvy Moms Guide 

for featuring this perfect little pedestal from 

Jeannette Zeis Ceramics. 


I am in love.

ABOUT

"Jeanette Zeis Ceramics - handmade pottery shop. 
Cupcake stands and cake stands for weddings and special occasions. Fruit bowls and hanging baskets for the 
kitchen made from stoneware clay. 
All made in Atlanta, GA." 


This is a wonderful little etsy shop that I highly recommend 
you check out! When I did, I discovered this 
"drool-worth" little berry bowl! 

Pink Floral Berry Bowl

DELICIOUS!

This is "The Bomb"

I love these...

APPLE BOMB'S

Created by Camilla @

Family Chic

This is a gorgeous centerpiece on any table...

Add a name tag & these would also make beautiful placecards!

Directions found at Family Chic

a wonderful blog that I highly recommend you check out... 

Camilla is a VERY creative lady!!!

To make these...

 Core the apples (keeping the base intact)and filled with water soaked Oasis (available in the floral supply section of any craft store) and stuck a short stemmed Spider Mum inside. Make sure your apples do not leak by letting them sit on a tray for about 15 minutes before placing them directly on your table. Check moisture every day - water as needed. 

Quick,

Inexpensive,

and Fresh!

Dollar Store Craft!

OK so I did something today, that I've never done before...

I submitted a craft idea to the Dollar Store Crafts website!

Who knows if it will get picked...

But since I made it already,

I figured I would share it with all of

You Lucky Duckies!!!

Baby Shower Garland

SUPPLIES:

One Package of (6) Baby Announcement Cards 

(or any fun shaped card of your choice)

One Roll of Wire Edged Ribbon 

(or 3 yards of ribbon of your choice)

Scotch Tape

Hole Punch

Scissors

Directions:

Cut the (6) cards in half. 

Punch holes in the corners or "shoulder of the onesie".

Unroll 3 yards of ribbon.

Using scotch tape, wrap one end of the ribbon like a "shoelace".

Thread the cards leaving about 12"-15" of ribbon at each end.

Create (tie) loops at each end.

Congratulations, you are done!

Total Cost = $2

Total Time = about 10-15 minutes

Easy-Peasy!

*~*   Side notes & tips   *~*

The package of cards I used were printed on both sides. 

If the back of your cards are not printed, 

you may need 2 packs of cards. 

About threading the cards... 

Thread on the front side of card, then up through the back. 

This way, the print on the front of your card 

will not be covered by the threaded ribbon.

Regarding the "shoelace" end of the ribbon... 

this is what it will look like:

Variations:

Any packaged notecards, invitations, announcements, etc. 

could be used to create a festive garland 

for birthday, holidays, wedding showers, etc.!

I'll be sure to let you know if my craft is featured on the 

Dollar Store Crafts website or FB page!

Cross your fingers for me...

Cocktails & Crafting!

I love these...

Cocktail Umbrella Crafts!

From 

Cakes Likes a Party 

via Family Chic

These umbrella's are so festive... 

click Here to see how to make this wreath!

and...

DIY ~ Parasol Topiaries

From Craft Stylish
via Hostess With The Mostess

Plus there's a How-To Outline

And if you are feeling REALLY crafty 
(or you need different colored umbrella's 
to match your party theme)... 
Do what Martha does & make your own umbrella's!

Martha Stewart Cocktail Umbrella ~ "How To"


Don't forget to click the "pink links" to check it out!


I think I'll need to have a 
Mai Tai while making these cuties!!!

Twisty Noodle!

Yes, you heard me...

Twisty Noodle

Great name, huh?

Well it's more than just a great name... 

it's a great web site that's chock full of 
coloring pages & worksheets.

Sounds boring? Think again.

Imagine creating your own custom coloring pages,

worksheets for your classroom or for your own kids...

print custom pages for a "coloring contest" party activity, 
create DIY custom coloring book party favors personalized with your guests names on them, or this would be a fun 
addition to your kids school projects... I could go on & on! 


They have a huge selection, as it is ready to print 
or (again) customize to your hearts content!

(OMG, shut up... I can't stand it!)


Here are a few of my favorites:

Simply put, 
Twisty Noodle is...

Yes, I customized this little ditty myself (can you tell???)... 

it took me 2 seconds, it's was so easy!

I'm going to have Sydney color this right now!

IDEA: I think the "Let's Dress Up" dress above, would make a great party garland... just print out on 110 lb. card stock, have your kids color in the dresses with crayons, and then cut out the dresses, and string them together using mismatched brightly colored ribbons... 

and presto, instant party garland!

Rainbow Stuffed French Toast - YUM!

This not only looks amazing, but tastes amazing too!

This recipe was featured on Martha Stewart's Dreamers into Doers posted by Amanda Rettke of i am mommy...

RAINBOW STUFFED FRENCH TOAST

Stuffed French Toast

1 loaf French Bread

3 Tablespoons Any Flavor Fruit Spread (You Can Also Use Jelly, Jam, Or Fresh Fruit)

½ packages Cream Cheese (4 Oz), At Room Temperature

2 whole Eggs

1 Tablespoon Cinnamon

½ cups Skim Milk

2 Tablespoons Butter

Heat skillet or electric griddle to 325 to 350 degrees.

Cut french bread into 2-3 inch wide slices. Then, with a paring knife, go back and cut halfway into each slice, in the center, creating a ‘pocket’ that your fruit mixture can be stuffed into.

In a bowl, place the room temperature cream cheese and three tablespoons of fruit spread of your choice.  Combine well.

In a separate bowl, break 2 eggs; add cinnamon and milk and combine well.

Now, take fruit mixture and stuff into the ‘pockets’ of your french bread slices. Place on a baking sheet.

When done stuffing each piece of bread, completely coat each piece in egg mixture. Make sure all sides are covered. Do all pieces before starting to fry.

Put 2 tbsp (you can use less!) of butter into a hot skillet and melt completely. Add all of the bread to the skillet and cook roughly about 3-6 minutes on each side, until it reaches a nice golden brown. You want to make sure the cream cheese mixture heats through.

When done cooking, add any additional fruit, and serve immediately with butter and syrup.

~ * ~ * ~ * ~ * ~

Can't wait to sink my teeth into this!!!

Simple & Lovely!

This idea is tin~tastic... 
these old tins never looked so good. 
I love the easy arrangements ~ uncomplicated, simple & lovely!

Brought you by 

Eclat Events via  Little Sooti 

two wonderful blogs, worthy of a good once over!

I can imagine adding this gorgeous 

(no sew) Vintage Hankie Bunting that 

I saw on A Few of My Favorite Things 

Bunting made by The Mother Huddle

(also, another couple beautiful blogs, worth of checking out!)

~ I can smell the spring flowers ~

Happy Friday!!

I Scream, You Scream...

WE ALL SCREAM, FOR ICE CREAM!

When I came across this stinkin' cute ice cream cart, 

I just knew I had to share!

MEET 

SWEET LUCIE'S

An excerpt from their website:

"Sweet Lucie's provides premium organic ice cream & organic toppings to Southern California private parties & events in a classic 1959 ice cream truck or vintage Italian Ice cream cart. We use only natural ingredients & select fair trade chocolates, teas, and coffees. The ice cream & sauces are handmade specifically for your special event. Our serving cups & spoons are not only recyclable but compostable as well. Sweet Lucie's evokes an era when ice cream was made with simple, natural ingredients. Using only simple, all natural organic ingredients is better for both you & the planet."

Besides the cute cart, they are in the midst of completely restoring this vintage ice cream truck! It will be available for service soon... I cannot wait!

Check out the MENU HERE

Sweet Lucies would be a sweet addition to any party! Now I just need to have a reason to try this out... any ideas???

Have it Sweet!

If you are looking for some delicious & unique 
Easter treats look no further...

Have it Sweet is THE spot to get the most tasty Easter goodies...

Have it Sweet specializes in homemade 
caramels, marshmallows & nougats!

Have it Sweet is a Southern California based company 
made up of 2 passionate candy crafters, that makes everything to order & ships direct to you. Take a gander at these goodies!

The Fleur de Sel Caramel Bar is PERFECTION!

 The Snickerdoodle Marshmallows are "sin~sational" &

 The Cinnamon Almond Nougat is nirvana...
Just slice & serve... yummy!

And nothing says Happy Easter like

the beloved marshmallow Peeps!

(and these are extra special & homemade)  

Because eveything is made to order  

I suggest you order NOW to get it in time for Easter!

You'll be glad you did!

~ BTW ~ 

The Marshmallows & Caramels (sliced) are

fantastic "small bites" dessert options anytime of year!

Spotlight on ~ Layer Cake Shop

About once a week or so, 

I like to put the "Spotlight On" a new store, 

website or source that really caught my attention.

So without further ado, it is my pleasure to introduce...

The Layer Cake Shop est. in 2008, 

is an up & coming supplier of all things cute!

"Cute" as it pertains to decorating & packaging 

cupcakes, cookies & delectable delights!

Their own line of "Cupcake Kits"

are cool, cute & have a retro feel...

They are chock full of do-dads that will make 

your next cupcake worthy event pop!

And priced at around $12, they make a great gift too!

The All-American BBQ Cupcake Kit

With BBQ season right around the corner, 

I have got to have this!

And definitely check out the equally cute:

 The Happy Homemaker Cupcake Kit

The Happy Hula Cupcake-Kit

The Rockabilly Cupcake Kit

By the way... that Happy Homemaker Kit would make a 

stinkin' cute housewarming/hostess gift! 

(I'm just sayin')

In a nutshell, their selection of cupcake toppers, 

sprinkles, glitter, cups & so on, is impressive! 

I hope you enjoy nosing around their website as much as I did.

And if you decide to buy anything, let 'em know 

"Mary @ Too Stinkin' Cute sent me!"