Top 10 Gift Ideas for Boys Under 8

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I have three boys (2, 5 & 7) and from my years of parenting them I have come to understand something about toys: there are toys that just take up space, and then there are toys that encourage hours of imaginative/independent play. I aim for the later. And if they don’t take up a lot of space & have a million little parts- BONUS! As Christmas approaches it can be hard to find something worthwhile to spend $$ on. Sure, there’s tons of crap to choose from, but what will really be worth the investment?… Read the rest

Free Christmas Party Invitation

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I made some invitations for our ward Christmas party and thought I’d share them with you today. There are a couple different versions you can download depending on how much you want to customize yourself.

Simple and elegant black and gold Christmas party invitation free download

They are super versatile, you can use them for a work party, ward party, neighborhood get-together, whatever! Just download the version you want, open in any photo editing program (like photoshop or picmonkey) and add your text! … Read the rest

Teacher Appreciation Gift Idea

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So, i’m pretty sure we are the last school on the planet to get out for summer break. It’s been a little rough, i’ll be honest, scrolling through my instagram feed and seeing you all post your cute kiddos on their last day of school while we still had 3 weeks left. But finally our last day has arrived. Oldest has had one heck-a-va amazing kindergarten teacher and we had to show her a little love on the last day.

I made one version which has a spot for them to sign their name, and then one that doesn’t. Whatever floats your boat. … Read the rest

4th of July Party Game Quiz

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Independence day always has me feeling nostalgic. Growing up we lived in this quaint little commuter town on the outskirts of Manhattan. July 4th was quite the town event being held at the local park, which is really an old estate that was donated to the town once upon a time. It is a rather exclusive event and you have to show proof of town residency to score a parking ticket. Families would show up with lunch and dinner and plop themselves down somewhere on the several-acre open lawn and settle in for the long haul. A big brass band would play music from the 40s and families would mingle from picnic blanket to picnic blanket showing off their recently cape cod-acquired tans. … Read the rest

Crepe Buffet Food Labels

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For three years in a row now we have hosted an Easter brunch & egg hunt on the Saturday before Easter. It’s something my kiddos look forward to with GREAT anticipation.

We start with a potluck brunch, and then head outside for the great hunt. I get A LOT of my food inspiration for parties and everyday cooking from the amazing Jamie Cooks it Up. I have been a huge fan of hers for over five years now. The first year we were planning our egg hunt I came across her How to Host a Crepe Buffet and was totally sold. … Read the rest