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Tuesday, August 9, 2011

tonya's little bookworm

a few months ago i told you about my friend tonya.  she and i talked yesterday about her little boy nolen and the plans she had made for his birthday party.  this girl is something- she made the most adorable invitations and has planned such a special day for her little guy.  i was so grateful when she said i could make a few things to add to his party.  you know i'm a girl who loves birthdays!

they are having a bookworm party!  nolen was born prematurely and spent the first two months of his life in the NICU.   she has asked the guests to bring a book in his honor to be donated to the children's hospital where he was given such good care.  how wonderful is that?  my niece and nephew spent their first few weeks in the same NICU seven years ago.


centerpiece

the kids are playing a version of corn hole :)


tonya is setting up a craft station where this kids will make their own bookmarks.

each child will create a book tag for their donated book.

i tried to make the banner match the caterpillar she had on the invitation.


books are the only logical choice for a favor at a bookworm party! 

ok, so while the school supplies are out and inexpensive- grab them for your fall/winter party favors! 
kids LOVE to color year round.

another great favor/prize- sidewalk chalk.  now that the summer is coming to an end you can find it at great prices!




i know i've told all of you in charlotte about the BEST cookies ever- (here).  well, anne of sweet lala's is also sending over some worm cookies for the festivities!  thank you anne.

happy, happy birthday nolen.  i hope your day is super special.  and thank you tonya for allowing me to help!  it has made my day- xo, steph

and to you sweet people who read this blog....please read tonya's story and keep her in your prayers.  i know i will. 

Monday, August 8, 2011

giddy up

giddy up buckaroos! 
here is a party for one of jack's preschool buddies, maddox.  for his 6th birthday he wanted a horse themed party.  i tried to make this horse resemble the one he rides. when i  told that to jack he said, "you mean maddox is a real cowboy?!?"  :) 








i absolutely love these favor tags!

happy birthday maddox!!

Saturday, August 6, 2011

ruffles

i love ruffles.  my closet is full of jcrew tank tops with ruffles all over them.  it's sort of my thing.  last night i spent hours a while online with some wonderful tutorials on how to make ruffles. after reading this one i felt brave enough to give it a try!  (she has the cutest stuff- right?) 

part of my problem with sewing has been spending more time reading about how to do it than actually trying. 

this is what i've made today....
a ruffled hand towel for my bathroom


to match these little curtains i made these a few weeks ago.

and one for the kitchen :)

and sarah, if you're reading this.....you may or may not have something like this for your kitchen too.  ha! 

Monday, August 1, 2011

sweet shop party!

my etsy shop has been closed for the summer.  it has been really wonderful taking a little break.  a friend from high school had asked if i would work on her daughter's 3rd birthday party- and i was more than happy to help.  it's been really fun pulling out my paper cutter- i've missed her!

addison wanted a purple and blue birthday party with lots of candy.......i'm thinking i like this soon to be 3 year old :)  here's what we came up with for the little sweetie:


the banner reads:  addison's sweet shop


cupcake toppers



ashley is doing a candy buffet with tooth brushes at the end....how cute is that?

invitations

favor tags

happy 3rd birthday addison- i hope it's super sweet!