My little boy’s birthday will be upon me in no time. He’s turning 3 and I can hardly believe it. We are considering a low-key birthday party this year–not too long, not too many guests–and I’ve been brainstorming some ideas, one of which is a baseball party. Some inspiration: grand slam cupcakes martha stewart a quick inning of t-ball a fun pennant-style banner sorta like this one made by her for her (image here) Stadium food, stadium style hot dogs &…
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If you are reading this blog, chances are that perfectly decorated cupcakes make your knees weak. I’m willing to bet that personalized party favors make you swoon. And I can almost guarantee that a perfectly themed party with all the right decorations would just basically make your year. So I am going to tell you something that may blow your mind. I hosted a luncheon in honor of little O last week and I didn’t plan a theme or worry…
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Call me old fashioned, but I really like to purchase actual CDs. I do love iTunes, but sometimes I want the jewel case, the sleeve, all the details. I love making my purchase, unwrapping it in the car, popping in the CD and scanning all the songs while I peruse the sleeve and liner notes. Since B and I don’t make a big whoop-de-doo over Cupid’s busy day, we often gift each other a special children’s book, a novel, or…
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A wonderful reader sent me this Valentine’s Day idea. Isn’t it sweet? It will literally cost you 50 cents, unless you already have a jar to use, then it will be free. FREE.
Words of wisdom from today’s birthday honoree. “I do not know that man. I must get to know him better.” –Abraham Lincoln
Valentine’s Day is on a Saturday this year, which may mean a little extra time in the morning to make the day a little extra special for your sweethearts. My mother always tried to do something fun for breakfast on Valentine’s Day–she even had a special toast embosser that said “I love you” which she stamped into the bread prior to toasting. I’ve never seen another one like it… Love Toast Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, “stamp” but don’t cut…
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It’s Valentine Week! My husband thinks Valentine’s is {and I quote} “a manufactured Hallmark holiday geared at forcing men to buy unnecessary trinkets to keep their women happy”, so I take care of my own needs during Valentines. And that includes doing things that are fun for myself, such as: officially declaring it to be Valentine Week on Petit Elefant. What does this mean for you? Valentine Crafts Gift Suggestions Favorite Romantic Songs Valentine Decorations & Giveaways!! Let’s get right…
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Some happy valentines from around the web Valentine Mobile Pottery Barn Kids (I’m certain you crafty queens could replicate this easily) Clever cards and darling garlands/tags (I love scalloped edges!) M.Writes More cards and cuteness Dandee Designs Be Mine Baby Legs
I’m loving the Valentine themed ideas going on at Tip Junkie right now. My personal favorite? The heart button pillow from Katie. Here’s the tutorial. Love love love it. {photo here}.
