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DIY "Thumbody Loves You" Stone Drink Coasters

Start with plain tumbled stone 4x4 tiles available at any home improvement store, Home Depot etc.  Spread paint out on a plastic plate for thumb/handprints. Let your kids go crazy with the thumbprints.  Wish I had a picture of that step, but it got a little crazy with my baby and the paint! Then, take the sharpie pen and write your message on the tile.

Supplies used: Mod Podge Shimmer, Sharpie pen, paint brush, paint and 4x4 tumbles stone tiles

The handprints are fun too!  Gotta love my littlest one's smeared handprint!

Once your design is done with the paint, use the Mod Podge Shimmer to lightly seal the tiles.  The Shimmer really brings out the color in the tile, while protecting those precious thumb/handprints!

Next, add circle or square felt pads to the back of the tiles to keep from scatching the furniture they are supposed to be protecting.

What do you get for grandparents, aunts, uncles etc. who have everything?  "Thumbody Loves You" drink coasters!  Perfect craft for all ages to do.

North Pole Class Christmas Party

The cupcakes were vanilla with peppermint flavored icing and then crushed candy canes on top!

I have found that paper tablecloths, especially for class parties, works the best for quick clean up!

December has been a VERY busy month, but I LOVE the festivities of Christmas! As the room mom for my daughter's kindergarden class, I am responsible for planning the holiday parties.  This year I decided to go with "Penquins & Peppermints" theme, so as to not favor any particular religious holiday.  The teacher had asked each student to bring a small gift for the classroom, instead of bringing her a gift.  The kids had a blast sitting in a circle with each other and opening up the gifts for the classroom.  For the craft, we made snowmen ornaments with their handprints on them and a sweet poem.(check later this week for diy tutorial).

Printables: Luv Bug Design http://www.etsy.com/shop/luvbugdesign

FREE PRINTABLE Santa Letter

It's that magical time of year when our kids try to be on their best behavior.....all so that they can send Santa their Christmas list!  Download this free Santa letter for your little ones to tell Santa just what their heart desires. Just click on the link below and enjoy!

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Fall "So Blessed" Baby Blessing Party

October has been a BUSY month!  Our baby girl was blessed and of course I had to throw her a fun colorful party for the occasion.  The party was planned around fall colors, but added in some hot pink to brighten it up.  The party was a huge success and couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day!

 Basic Cupcake holder that I added extra ribbon to  on the edges.  Cupcakes are Apple Caramel with Cream Cheese icing sprinkled with cinnamon and topped off with printable 2' cupcake toppers from 

Luv Bug Design

Matching Food Labels from Luv Bug Design

 Matching water bottle labels from Luv Bug Design

Display the napkins and utensils with a creative touch using printable napkin paper rings from

Luv Bug Design

Credits:

Printables:    Luv Bug Design    http://www.etsy.com/shop/luvbugdesign
Photography: Anthony Berardi Studios
www.anthonyberardistudios.com

Under the Sea Birthday Party

Throw an under the sea party for your  little one anytime of the year!  This adorable party created by mom, Natalie for her super sweet little man. From the adorable custom crab cookies to the fun creative cupcakes.  This party is full of fun creative details!

Decorate with fun aquatic themed paper lanterns, nets and starfish

Dessert Bar full of all kinds of fun treats!

Cupcake idea from Martha Stewart Cupcakes and Hello Cupcake Book

Adorable crab shaped cookies are sure to be a hit with the little ones!

Create a mini ocean....right in the punch bowl 

Party Credits:
Printable Paper Goods: Luv Bug Design
Candy in Jars: Sweeties Candies, Cleveland, OH
Cupcake Idea from Martha Stewart Cupcakes and Hello Cupcake Book
Edible Items: created by mom, Natalie

My darling daughter's first day of Kindergarden!!

Cannot believe that my darling daughter started Kindergarden this past week!!  I have no idea where the time went!  I wanted her first day of school to be extra special, so we had a "First Day of School Breakfast" for her with her fave, blueberry muffins and juice!  I had a special card for her letting her know how proud I was of her.  All the printable items shown can be purchased in my Etsy Shop, LuvBugDesign.  Hope everyone's kids have a great year!