3 different ways to make DIY balloon arches for your next party. Make your entrance!
Lately I’ve been seeing a lot of gorgeous DIY balloon arches in my Instagram feed that have me inspired to figure out how to try my own. And after sleuthing around for tips from my favorite craft bloggers, I’ve discovered that it’s actually totally...
7 crazy lawn sprinklers that will get your kids outside all summer long.
We have found some of the OMG, craziest, fun lawn sprinklers for kids this summer, because come on, don’t you need more silly, crazy fun in your life? We know we do. With one initial investment (ranging from small to oof in the options we’ve found), your...
Home with the kids New Year’s Eve? These 12 festive (and easy!) ideas can make the night memorable.
These days, New Year’s Eve parties are more about me trying my very best to stay up till midnight (though 10 PM is more like it) and drinking sparkling cider with our kids as we watch the ball drop on TV. And, honestly, I wouldn’t have it any other way....
17 of our favorite kid-friendly Halloween party printables to make your bash a smash
Let’s talk Halloween party printables, parents! If you’re not familiar with the wide world of free printables for holidays of all kinds, we’ve always got you covered. And with Halloween party season upon us, these free (free!) downloadable posters,...
Tips, tricks and recipes to help you host the coolest, gooiest, best slime party.
Who else has a kid who’s dying to have a slime party? Hey, we get it! Our own kids’ obsession with slime seems to be here to stay. Forever. And surely we’re not the only ones with tubs of various types of goo piled high on our countertops. We figure,...
11 clever Oscar party ideas that deserve awards of their own
Whether you’ve watched every Academy Award nominated film this year, or your list begins and ends with Coco (no judgment, parents!), Oscar parties are always a fun excuse to get everyone together for Hollywood-themed food, drinks, decorations, activities, and...
How to throw a Stranger Things themed party! 20 of the coolest ideas this side of The Upside Down.
If you’re planning to throw a Stranger Things themed party for an upcoming birthday, for Halloween, or even a viewing party to celebrate the launch of the second season premiering October 27 — counting the hours! — we’ve got you covered! Check...
6 outrageous birthday party ideas for kids, when money is no object
When it comes to planning our kids’ birthday parties, we tend to aim for the trifecta: cool, easy, inexpensive. Which is why I’m always in awe when I come across big budget, outrageous birthday party ideas for kids like the ones here. These are all popular...
Easy solar eclipse party ideas for a once-in-a-lifetime bash. Literally.
We are totally geeking out over the solar eclipse that’s crossing the United States on August 21. In fact, we think it’s the perfect excuse to throw a solar eclipse party! So, if your kids aren’t in school yet, check out these easy solar eclipse...
9 OMG emoji photo booth props you can totally make yourself.
We’ve embraced the emoji world takeover with clapping hands, champagne bottles mid-pop, and dancing twins in bunny leotards. Resistance is futile we’ve learned. And with The Emoji Movie coming out this week, we imagine even more will be psyched to discover...
21 fun ideas for 4th of July activities for families to make your Independence Day a blast
On Tuesday, July 4th, we celebrate America’s birthday. And ain’t no party like a 4th of July party because a 4th of July party don’t stop! That is, if you make sure to have plenty of food, festive cocktails, and plenty of fun. Don’t worry,...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz!
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