This year my daughter and I chose the book The War that Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley, for our book club. We absolutely loved this book! It is…
Spring Break in Seattle was a week of nonstop rain. To battle the rainy day blues I took my daughter and her friend to Young Art. Young Art is a…
Spring is in the air and it’s time to let the party planner in you blossom. Celebrate spring with a garden party, spring fling or a tea party. Today I…
Ski Season has arrived. A fun idea to help everyone warm up after a day on the slopes is have an Après Ski Party. Skiing can work up quite an…
This month I was honored to work with my friend, Scottie, to throw a Cookies & Cocktails Party to benefit her son’s school. For this event, the guests were invited…
Happy October! It is time to start thinking about Halloween. And Halloween isn’t just for kids. I still love grown up costume parties but I also enjoy small gatherings of…
What is more fun than a Disco Ice Cream Social? Lauren, at CreatifDesigns4You, helped me create the Invitations. If you need Invites or other graphic design work, she is the…
We have had the most amazing summer in Seattle but alas it is time to say goodbye to summer and hello school. We are fortunate to live near Greenlake in…
Right now my daughter is obsessed with the show Miraculous-Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir. If you aren’t familiar with the show, it is a French animated adventure series featuring two Parisian teenagers,…
This year my daughter and I choose the book Wonder for our book club. And our book club fell in love with Auggie. For decorations, my friend Lauren of CreatifDesigns4You…
Growing up my husband’s family threw a 4th of July party every summer at their lake house in Old Lyme, Connecticut. When I joined the family, I saw how much…
I am obsessed with succulents right now. I also love to combine party and learn, so I was excited to host a Succulent Social Hour to benefit the French American…
I was honored to put together a 75th birthday party for a friend’s mom this past weekend. According to my friend, her mom loves flowers and cocktails and she wanted…
Break out the hats and Mint Juleps, time to start planning your Kentucky Derby Party. Churchill Downs® also known as the “Home of the Kentucky Derby®” is located in Louisville,…
April 22nd is Earth Day! Celebrate our plant by hosting an Earth Day party, community clean up, or an eco-friendly celebration. It is a great opportunity to raise environmental awareness,…
Easter is such a fun holiday and this year we thought it would be fun to put together a Easter Party for our Peeps. It seems people either love or…
We are Irish so my little Leprechaun and I thought we would have a wee bit of fun by throwing a St. Patrick’s Day Party. For decorations I used lots…
I am so excited for the upcoming release of Beauty and the Beast. As they say it is a tale as old as time. To celebrate the new release, we…
By now we have officially settled into 2017. In January, people often make New Year’s resolutions. These resolutions could be to get fit, to slow down, to cherish those in…
Mardi Gras season is in full swing and you don’t have to live in Louisiana to celebrate. Now while you may think that nothing sounds less kid-friendly than Mardi-Gras, the…
I have always loved Valentine’s Day. I just love everything about it, and anything heart shaped. As soon as the New Year arrives, I excitedly unpack all of my Valentine’s…
This year, due to our travel schedule, we decided not to get a Christmas tree. My daughter was so disappointed that I decided to throw a Tree Trimming party for…
Recently I had the opportunity to partner with Juniper Flowers, located in Seattle, to offer a Winter Wreath Workshop. I just love the smell of fresh greens this time of…
Friendsgiving-the celebration of Thanksgiving with your friends. This celebration isn’t just for adults. We used a day off from school to celebrate by inviting a couple of my daughter’s friends…
Halloween is a big reason why I absolutely love the fall season. Each year, I have so much fun finding out what theme my daughter picks. This year, she is…
Recently, I was asked to plan a friend of my daughter’s 8th Birthday Party. She had requested a Mermaid theme but it was also her Golden Birthday so I wanted…
Turning 75 is a huge milestone, and I was honored to be asked to help make a birthday party extra special for two ladies who are best friends and celebrating…
There are two types of people. People who are tired of the Pumpkin Spice/fall obsession and people who are driving the Pumpkin Spice/fall obsession. Guess which camp I fall into? Really, though,…
There is no better way to usher in the fall season than with an Oktoberfest celebration. Traditionally, this festive occasion spans several weeks, but you can pack in a whole…
This year I was asked to plan a birthday party for Addie’s friend Oliver’s 7th birthday. Oliver loves sports, but he also want to add a twist to what is…
I absolutely love this time of year! You can just feel the excitement in the air as families start getting ready for the new school year. One of the best…
I, like many of you, am in a book club. I look forward to getting together with this group of women every couple months. I can’t wait to hear what…
Summer is a season filled with sunshine, warmth, and beauty. What better way to enjoy this warmth and beauty than with great friends and good food? These were exactly my…
Bastille Day, celebrated on July 14th, is a national holiday for the French, commemorating the storming of the Bastille in 1789. Make this a special day at your home by…
Every year, I can’t wait to see what my daughter will request for her birthday party theme. This year, she’s been really into fairies so I already had a hunch…
In 1908, Lucy Maud Montgomery gave the world another little girl and book to love when she shared the adventures of Anne of Green Gables. Mistakenly sent by the orphanage to elderly bachelor and spinster…
Snitches, owls, wands, potions, and a dash of Quidditch–all very magical necessities for an unforgettable Harry Potter Birthday Party. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is a truly remarkable place,…
My daughter is absolutely obsessed with My Little Pony. So, throwing a My Little Pony themed party for her sixth birthday was an easy choice! Between the adorable ponies, cheerful…
Like many young girls, my daughter was obsessed with the movie Frozen®. So when she was in Kindergarten I thought it would be fun to invite some of her friends…
Day of the Dead is a holiday that originated in Mexico and celebrates the lives of our departed loved ones. This annual cultural event happens over a three-day period and coincides with Halloween…
In 1862, the Mexican army defeated the French at Puebla, and the Cinco de Mayo festival was born. While considered a relatively unimportant holiday in Mexico, in the United States,…
With summer’s end on the wing, there is no better time than the present to host a fun book-themed Wollstonecraft Detective Agency party that’s certain to amuse and delight the little ladies in…
When celebrating Valentine’s Day with your kids there is no need to stick to the same old, store-bought Valentine’s card exchange. Instead, get creative and turn your Valentine’s celebration into an all-day crafting…
St. Patrick’s Day has always been one of my favorite holidays. I loved celebrating the day with fun foods and crafts to make it a special day for my family. Traditions…
Like many of you, my daughter’s daycare hosts an annual auction. They ask each parent to donate items to be included in the auction that will help raise funds for…
If you don’t know already, my husband Ed has had a long love affair with VW Camper Vans. In addition to spotting every one we see on the road, he…
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