Mario Birthday Party!

Hello everyone!

I have been away from Blogland for awhile, but hopefully not forgotten! I still read all your wonderful blogs daily, but haven't been able to post due to summer holidays, rental renos, and work! I'm sure you all understand.

Mya is turning 7!! She requested a Super Mario Birthday Party this year.( Super Mario isn't just for Boys!!! ) You can't find any store bought decor anywhere, so the inspriation came from others out there. I made my own!!!

I used clipArt found from One Hip Mom's blog! She made this so incredibly easy, so feel free to go to the link if you need anything.

I made my own bunting banner with Super Mario colors and clipart!( Instead of streamers.)

I spruced up some plain old yellow cups with some racing flag ribbon and lables I had in my craft box. I think they look super! I will put each childs name on the Lable, using a sharpie!

I also, have colored napkins, bowls, & utensils in the theme colors!

Loot Bag goodies....Everything Super Mario!!! ( Found at HMV and the dollar store)


The bags I bought ,and just glued on some of the clip art. Love them!!!


The Menu will consist of:

Brick Pizza (Square pizza cute in rectangles)



Bullet Bills Angry Bites(salt & Vinegar chips)



Bowsers Fire Food (Ketchup chips)
Bite the Boo's ( Cake Pops dipped in white icing and boo faces) Pics to follow!!



Yoshi Eggs ( m&m candies)



Super Mario Fuel (Gingerale/juice boxes)



Super Mario Cupcakes Green & Red Iced


These food sticks will be so cute on the food table!

Our party will be at "Zap Attack", a local laser tag place!!!

Gonna be a Super Fun time!!!




Cindy
xo

A Confirmation and DIY Party Sign!!!

Hello Everyone! Hope you had a great weekend!

We were busy getting ready for my daughters Confirmation! She has been busy for weeks doing volunteer hours, letters to the Bishop, and researching her chosen Saint. Lots and lots of work on her part, more than I ever had to do when I was confirmed.

Anyways, it was a great day, spent with Family. We had a BBQ, and lots of good eats.

I made some cheap and easy decorations for the occasion. Anything to keep the cost down.

I just used card- stock paper, ribbon and leftover letter stickers here! I always tend to hang stuff off of my chandelier....is that strange? Does anyone else do this??

Here is my "PARTY" Banner over the island. I love how it turned out. I wish I had gotten photos of the food displayed, but I was too busy and then it just looked picked over. I used all white bowls, plates , platters and cake stands for height. It looked great!!!

This is my supplies for the Banner. I used this glitter tape, hard to work with until you get the hang of it, but it looks awesome. (It's the black border on the top of the banner) This took me no longer than 30 minutes, and I can use it over again.

Zoe and the Bishop!

Saint Cecilia!

She chose her for her love of music.

What a great day!

Cindy

xo

In Neutral

Hello everyone! I've been vacant lately. I've been busy getting my rentals ready for the new group of kids coming. I've been cleaning, picking out paint colors, fixing nail holes in walls etc... But it has to get done! I love trying to make these homes nice and clean for each new group every year. I want them to enjoy the space and have a happy experience while away from home. What an exciting time in their life!!!

So, I was wondering....does anyone have a favourite neutral??? I have so many picked out but they can be so tricky. Too yellow, too pink, or just green in different light. I'm so confused. You think this would be easy!!!

Until I figure this out, I'll be in neutral too....So help me out if you would be so kind!

I miss you guys!!!

Cheers

Cindy

xo

My Must Have!

Okay, one of my" Must Haves" is my Cotton Candy Lip Smacker by Bonne Bell!

I can't leave the house without it. A girl has to have nice soft, shiny kissable lips right? And plus it smells so yummy, a major plus and a must in my books!

I have one in my purse, make-up drawer, work bag (that one is ginormous) and car! The best part is it's only 1.75.......fab-amundo!!!

So, thought I would share one of my must haves! Try it, it's the Best! Do you have a must have? I'd love to hear, really I would!!!! Come on Tell me, don't keep it to yourself, were friends right?

Cindy

xo

Final Preparations....

Hello Everyone!

I hope you are all getting excited for the Easter Bunny.I have been Busy all day cleaning, and checking my grocery list twice. Making sure I have everything I will need to prepare a feast for our families.

I wanted a simple, yet fun centrepiece for the table....I am happy with how it turned out! Some artificial turf, branches, beads , butterflies and tea-lites will do the trick. It took a little tweaking, as I am a bit of a perfectionist/anal, but I finally got the look I was after!


I went out to the yard to collect branches ,added my leftover butterflies and voila! I feel less is really more, and I love the rustic feel.








And I'm using my rainboot vase! Hello, ultra coolio....

I hung some on my chandelier too!!! Anymore, and I'm going overboard, so now I stop. Time to think about the Menu.

Can't wait to search for the Eggs in the morning with my little bunnies. How adorable is this? She can hardly wait.

Happy Easter To You All

Cindy

xo







Linking to: Under The Table and Dreaming

Gallery Walls

Hello!

I have been admiring gallery walls on many blogs lately, here are a few of my favourites! I have to say I'm frightened of the idea of trying this, but just look at how stunning they are! It seems the more random and light hearted the approach , the more I like it. Maybe I've just been over thinking hanging things on my wall....

I love the fun additions added in.

Vintage looking Mirrors is an awesome idea!

A Chalkboard wall

I love this one so much! I seen it on blogland and can't remember who's it is, but" WoW," is all I have to say!

I want one of those (&) in the worst way...... and that wall color is to die for! If anyone knows please pass it along to me!!!

So, what is your favourite? Do you have a gallery wall? Would you consider one in your home? I will show you when I get my courage and ideas together! Wish me luck!

Have a great week Everyone!

Cindy

xo

Spring Accents

I hope everyone is getting outside enjoying the sunshine and warmer weather! The last few days here have been lovely....I think Spring has sprung!

I love tulips and it's always a must for me to get some every year! I found this vase and thought it was perfect and fun...a rubber boot! I got it for a steal too! I'm not sure, but I think the tulips are white!

I love these ceramic bird ornaments in white, so pretty!

Happy Spring Everyone!

Cindy

xo