by Kristen | Sep 11, 2013 | Gift Ideas, the Occasions
Do you have a milestone birthday to celebrate soon? I think you’ll LOVE this idea that Marcy put together for her sister-in-law, Lydia. For Lydia’s 40th birthday, Marcy emailed out family and friends and invited them to participate in 40 days of...
by Kristen | Aug 30, 2013 | Babies, Parties, Showers, the Occasions
Today, I am so excited to have Melissa Deming of Hive Resources here to guest post. Melissa and I met at Allume last October and have since become kindred spirits. We share our love for hospitality, family life and most importantly, our love for Jesus. She is super...
by Kristen | Aug 9, 2013 | Gift Ideas, Let's Have Fun, the Occasions
I love this photo of Kim’s cute kiddos! Their little message would make a fun Father’s Day photo gift (framed, on a mug, calendar, etc). But you could also snap it on any ordinary day and mail the photo to Daddy at work as a surprise. I’m sure he...
by Kristen | Aug 5, 2013 | Gift Ideas, the Occasions
Teacher Gifts. Do you ever struggle with what to get you child’s school or music teacher? If so, check out this great Gift Card Booklet idea! My friend is a piano teacher and received the most creative (and useful) gift from two of her students. What...
by Kristen | Jun 14, 2013 | at Home, More Celebrations, Recipes, the Occasions
If you are looking for a simple 4th of July treat with a big bang of color, look no further. You’ll love how easy this is to do and the delicious taste of chocolate covered pretzels. Here is what you’ll need: Pretzel Rods Wilton Candy Melts or another...
by Kristen | Jun 12, 2013 | More Celebrations, the Occasions
School has ended! I love the fact that we are not rushing off anywhere this morning. The lazy days of summer have started. And I am definitely celebrating! Here is a little round-up of some of my favorite ways to celebrate the end of the school year and beginning...
by Kristen | May 8, 2013 | Gift Ideas, Gifts, the Occasions
I don’t know what it is about twins’ birthday parties that make me feel creative, but this is the second birthday party for twins that I’ve given more than just a cool toy off a shelf (and I do that quite often). See my No-Sew Fort Kits for Kate...
by Kristen | Apr 22, 2013 | Gift Ideas, More Celebrations, the Occasions
Being a mom is hard work. We run here, we run there. We teach, train, encourage, challenge . . . wipe. We meet the ups and downs of motherhood head on every day. There are those glorious moments of joy and delight, but also those times of utter frustration and...
My name is Kristen. I'm a former Wedding & Event Planner blogging about fun ways to celebrate each and every day and the special occasions of life. Here you'll find inspiration for family fun, children's activities, party planning and a faith-filled life. 
