Valentine's Day Cookie Hearts

I think these cookie pops from Meaghan of The Decorated Cookie are adorable! Cotton Candy fuzzy hearts?! LOVE them! Find the directions here.

Dessert Recipe - Dr. Pepper Cupcakes

Ok.....I am seriously in heaven right now! First off, Dr. Pepper is my beverage of choice and second, cupcakes......come on!! The two combined are a dream come true! Thanks to Christy of from glitter to gumdrops for making this delight a reality. Want to make your own?! Find the directions and recipe here.

Etsy Obsession - A Forest Frolic

I wanted to share my newest Etsy obsession with you guys. I love all of the little details on the creations from Jamie at A Forest Frolic. The various lace, glitter, and unexpected cute little details add such fun elements to each piece. I mean, hello?! How cute are those camera favor tags?! And the best part is that the prices won't break the bank! Most items are under $10! Love!

Custom Candy Bar Wrappers

I just love these super cute custom candy bar wrappers, created by the talented ladies over at eighteen 25. Perfect for Valentine's Day or any special occasion that requires a sweet treat! You can find the step-by-step tutorial here. Happy wrapping!

Valentine's Day Dessert Recipe - Flaming Strawberry Cupcakes

Heather from Sprinkle Bakes already had my attention with this recipe including chocolate and strawberries but the fact that these cupcakes are topped with FLAMING strawberries is pure genius! Score some points with your sweetie, on V-day this year, when you finish your romantic meal with these little babies! Find the recipe here.

Summer Party Favor Ideas - Drink Mixes

Can you tell I am sick of the snow and cold weather yet, from today's post? I can't wait for warm summer weather! These drink-mix favors are perfect for a pool party or luau. Love the little paper umbrella's! Find them here. Hurry Summer.......I'm growing impatient for your arrival!

Wedding Ideas - Soda Pop Bar

Yesterday I featured a gorgeous wedding on the blog and if you ventured over here to see more pics you would have seen this adorable idea that the couple featured for their guests.....a soda pop bar! Various sodas were set up for guests to choose from and they even got to choose from different brightly colored straws! What an adorable idea! Love!

Real Weddings - Pretty Pastels

I am swooning over the amazing details of this gorgeous wedding. The wedding was created by theCarter and Cook Event Company. I love all of the delicate touches and pastel shades. And that ribbon wall is to die for! Check out all of the details and more photos here.

Easy Travel Tips: Suite Arrival

Ever take a quick weekend trip and hate the idea of having to check your luggage? And it's almost impossible now-a-days to pack everything you need on a carry-on.....(well, at least it is for me.) Well, now I have stumbled upon the perfect solution! It's called Suite Arrival. Heard of it? It is this fabulous little company that takes all of the guess work out of packing your toiletries and snacks for you! You venture onto their website and pick all of the items that you'll need for your trip, pack your carry-on without the hassle of trying to figure out your liquids situation, and then check into your hotel. And then, low and behold, your little package of goodies will be waiting for you in your hotel room! I mean how easy is that?! Genius I tell you! The website stocks all types of travel sized items including shampoo, face wash, soap, make-up, snacks, and so much more! Now that's what I call easy!

Wedding Favor Ideas - Coffee Bar

I love this idea that I spotted over at Wedding Star. Guests can serve themselves from a variety of coffee choices, mix-in's, and toppings and then take their own personalized bag of coffee home with them as a favor! Too cute! Find your very own coffee bags here.

Circus Birthday Party

While browsing the web lately I came across this darling vintage circus party created by Beth from Salvage Life. The party was for her daughter's first birthday. There are many cute details but the circus tent backdrop is pure genius and I adore the Happy Birthday frames! And she even made the cake herself! Circus perfection!

How To Make Olive Penguins

I spotted these adorable little guys over at Party Frosting. Who wouldn't want to play with their food with these little arctic friends on their plates? Find all of the directions to make your very own cool critters here.

CB2 Catalog Finds for 2011

Have you seen the new CB2 catalog yet? Well if not, I wanted to share some fab, fun, new, budget friendly entertaining finds to take your events to the next level in 2011!

I love this set of appetizer flatware. Tiny little forks, spoons, and knives perfect for delicious apps! And at $5.95 a set, they fit right into the tightest of budgets!


These rocks are perfect for a garden party....and the best part? They are soap! How cute would these little soap suds be as guest favors? 16 soap rocks for $6.95


Next time you need to stir your beverage look no further than your mug handle! This spoon coffee mug is genius and a bargain at $3.95!


This dunk sushi plate is perfect for individual portions. Let guests fill the center of their plates with soy sauce and stack the sushi around the edges. And the clothespin chopsticks add a cute touch! $7.95 for the plate, $3,95 for the chopsticks or $23.80 for a set of 2 each!

These lotus blossom candle holders could be used for so many different themes and so many different uses! Let your imagination run wild! $ 14.95 for a three piece set.

In the top left photo above, these Ernie & Bert cheese slicers are so chic! Break them out for an upcoming wine and cheese event! $5.95 each

I love the subway art, abstract look that these Cheers wine glasses have. Serve them up for a city theme party or just for fun! $19.95 for 6

This little chalkboard is perfect to announce what cocktails you'll be serving on your bar. $14.95 for the chalkboard with the stand.

These plates are perfect to munch on!
Appetizer plate $2.95, Dinner plate $4.95

How to Decorate Onsies

I have had a few questions from readers about the products that I have guests use to decorate onsies at baby showers, so I decided to post some simple tips today. I actually provide the guests with a few different options, like fabric markers, fabric paint, stencils, iron-on appliques, and rubber stamps. All of these items are available at your local craft store. I like giving the guests options and letting them be creative. The paint that I use is specifically made for fabric. It does not leave the fabric stiff or rough at all. (Make sure that you wash all of the onsies prior to the event, and do not use fabric softener. It will help ensure the iron-on's and fabric paint adhere to the fabric and won't come off when you wash them!) Also, if using fabric paint, make sure to put a cardboard insert between the front and back layer of the onsie before starting to paint. This will prevent the paint from sticking the two layers together! You can also use a sheet of cardstock too! For something new why not try this adorable project from the ladies over at I Love to Create Blog. The leopard print pattern is perfect for that little fashionista to be! I just might add this little project at the next baby shower I host! Find all of the directions here.

Cupcake Party Theme

I spotted this adorable party theme over at Pizzazzerie. It was created by the uber talented Pamela of Party Starters. Find all of the adorable details and more information about Pamela's printables here. She never ceases to amaze! Adorable!

Flu Fighting Recipe - Hot Toddy

Sorry for the lack of posts lately. I have become best friends with my bed for the last week while I have been sick with the flu. This sickness has literally put me out! Check back next week for some fun new posts but until then I figured I would pass on my flu fighting secret weapon......a Hot Toddy recipe! Hopefully this recipe can help some of you that might be sick in bed right along with me!

Ingredients:

• 1 oz brandy, whiskey or rum
• 1 Tbsp honey
• 1/4 lemon
• 1 cup hot water
• 1 tea bag

Preparation:

1. Coat the bottom of a mug, or a glass, with honey.
2. Add the liquor and the juice of the lemon quarter.
3. On the side, heat water in a tea kettle and add the tea bag to make hot tea.
4. Pour the steaming tea into the glass and stir.