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Woodlane FOURest (Forest) Themed Birthday Party | Simple DIY Decor Ideas and Party Inspiration

Sophie’s Woodland “FOURest” Themed Birthday Party

October 8, 2017

I am excited to share this birthday is one of the first that I did everything on my own (with help from the kids, of course). Usually I will have the cake, cupcakes, all the sweet things made by other creatives. This time around

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Styled Parties

Floral Themed Birthday Party Ideas and Inspiration | DIY Party Decor, Cake Smash and Balloon Garland // Photos by Julie Christine Photography

What a year we had. I had no idea what to expect with three kids and how the dynamic would change but I am glad that didn’t stop us. Evelyn came into this world two days before her due date (read about my birthday story here) and she has really lived up to her middle […]

August 19, 2017

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First Birthday Party Floral Cake Smash Ideas and Inspiration | One Year Old Birthday Party Decor // @creativewifeandjoyfulworker | photo juliechristinephotography.com

There isn’t much going on at a first birthday party for the birthday child. I mean let’s be honest they most likely are more into the tissue paper and gift bags then the actual presents (one of the reasons we chose to do a no gifts party) and they don’t really play with their friends… […]

August 15, 2017

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How To Make a Simple Balloon Garland Backdrop | Easy DIY | Party Decor | Floral Birthday Party

I could not believe how easy it was to make by own Balloon Garland backdrop. I honestly thought it was going to take multiple hours the night before Evelyn’s birthday (yes, I procrastinate), but it didn’t! Mind you, I didn’t go as big as I would have liked. I am so pleased with the outcome […]

August 5, 2017

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Topical Summer Party | Pineapples and Palm Leaves

If you have been following along my blog for a some time now you know that I like any excuse to throw a little party. This tropical summer party was

May 23, 2017

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15 Kid Friendly Easter Activities

Over the past month I have been loving watching my local blogger friends share their Easter DIY projects. Talk about some creative people! Everything from unique decorative Easter eggs, free printables, DIY Easter Bunny Baskets and more! I wanted to put them all together in one spot for me (and you) to look back on […]

April 14, 2017

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Gemstone Cake for our Little Gem Baby Shower

At the beginning of the year, I planned one of my favorite parties yet. Not only did I feel that this party theme turned out perfectly but it was also

April 3, 2017

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Kid's Geo Floral Easter Party Decor and DIY's for Spring

It is spring and there isn’t anything holding us back from celebrating. Katherine, Tamara and myself got our kids together for a hopping good time. Each of us brought something unique to party and we are so excited to be sharing these Easter/spring themed DIY’s with you. Find out everyone who was involved in this party, all […]

March 22, 2017

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Donut Party Favour Tag Free Printable

I always a love a good party, and this donut themed birthday party did not disappoint! When Julie of Julie Chritine XO asked to collaborate on her son’s birthday party, I was all ears. Julie has amazing style and also does amazing photography, so I knew

February 18, 2017

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