Gift wrapping made easy (and pretty!)

by Roxanna | Party Ideas

Have you ever been to a white elephant gift exchange? Then you know how everyone goes for the box with the prettiest bow, even though we all know that’s the one that has the stale apple and branded notepad in it. That’s because presentation counts when it...

Birthday party ideas for a 4 year old with a garden theme? Reader Q&A

by Christina Refford | Party Ideas

I am planning a garden-themed 4th birthday party for my daughter in a few weeks. I need some creative inspiration! So far, we’re going to have the kids each plant something in a pot to take home .. And that’s all. I need ideas for other things –...

Last minute 4th of July picks that sparkle

by Delilah S. Dawson | Party Ideas

Oh say can you see… how awesome your 4th of July party or barbecue is going to be? Whether you need a last minute nosh or pretty party printables, we’ve got you covered like strawberries on a flag cake. 1. Need to keep your little patriots busy? Check out ...

7 of the prettiest paper napkins

by Liz Gumbinner | Party Ideas

As it turns out, a stash of pretty paper napkins are always good to have around for unexpected company or impromptu picnics. This is a lesson I learned last week when we had to pull out the polka dot “happy birthday!” napkins over cocktails. Oy. Here are a...

Fourth of July party printables and decor to make your cookout a standout

by Roxanna | Party Ideas

I love Fourth of July parties, but not all Fourth of July party decor. Beer, hot dogs, fireworks and vintage Americana are good. Red white and blue painted garden gnomes, not so much. I’ve tracked down these cool, classy options for festive decorating including...

Goody bag gift ideas for kids: ready-made crafty party packs

by Liz Gumbinner | Party Ideas

I haven’t thrown that many birthday parties for my kids and it’s like I’m already out of goody bag gift ideas. It might be easier if you have a theme in mind–DIY capes for a a superhero party (we’ve recommended 6 different themes!), a toy...

Ideas for a child’s birthday party? How about some all in one place

by Kirsten | Party Ideas

Looking for ideas for a child’s birthday party can be both fun– and stressful. When my kids were younger, I confess, I went a little overboard with over-the-top parties causing me to collapse with exhaustion. As I learned, it can be a lot simpler. And just...

Girls’ birthday party ideas – Little Red Riding Hood or Alice in Wonderland

by Roxanna | Party Ideas

Girls’ birthday party ideas can still be girlie, even if you want to avoid the same old princess theme. Which is why I instantly fell in love with the downloadable, customizable party kits at Creative Little Stars, based around classic storybook themes. And...

Custom birthday books for kids that are beyond adorable

by Christina Refford | Party Ideas

I love the look on kids’ faces when they open a book and see their names in the pages of the story. So in celebration of the biggest day of all—their birthday!—here are a couple beautifully illustrated books that will make the birthday boy or girl...

5 free Easter printables you can have ready for Sunday. Each one gorgeous.

by Christina Refford | Party Ideas

My box of Easter decorations may sit unopened in the basement this year, but I can still make my home festive beyond the colored Easter eggs, with printables. Here I’ve gathered up a bunch of free Easter printables to get me in the mood for the bunny’s...

Food themed birthday parties for kids. AKA No dessert until you finish your milk and cookies.

by Stacie Billis | Party Ideas

If you need a break from superheroes and princesses, I’ve got a fabulous kids birthday party idea, and it’s so easy: Food themed birthday parties. Move over tea parties, we’ve got three new themes worth checking out. Milk & Cookies FestThis...

5 perfect holiday dresses. For you.

by Cool Mom Team | Party Ideas

We’ve already established our love for Zappos, which is quite clear if you take a peek at our closets. So when they asked us to some of our favorite dresses for the holidays, we knew the only problem we’d have would be culling our list down to just five....