Etsy: Whisker Graphics

I'm a sucker for a pretty package...and the possibilities are endless with these pretty jewels!

Whisker Graphics sells all these items and more in their esty shop.

It's nice to have pretty things on hand to make spontaneous gifts look well thought-out.

1. "Welcome to the neighborhood" gift look glam

2. Batch of cookies for a friend look extra special

3. "Thinking of you" treat for your hubby!

All photos courtesy of Whisker Graphics

Another Year Older...

This past weekend, we had Carter's Second Birthday Party at our house. It was an OWL theme party. I had so much fun planning this party. I thought it was a little different...and perfect for an outdoor party. The funny thing was the weather here in Orlando was warm in the days approaching the party...however, on the day of the party is turned down right CHILLY. The wind was blowing like crazy. It did warm up a bit and the wind seized right before the little guests arrived. I do want to say a BIG thank you to all my family for their amazing help. I would not have be able to get everything done on Saturday without their assistance! It was definitely a family affair!

The little guests had their own tables...with their boxed dinner full of Chick-fil-a nuggets, string cheese, mandarin oranges, scooby snacks and juice box. At their place setting, I put each of their party favors (mentioned below). I thought it would be sweet for each little guest's space to be personalized for them.

Welcome signs!

Table decorations: Owl Pinwheels & Felt Baby Owls

Dessert Table

Owl Pinata filled with balls, stickers, dinosaurs and butterflies.

My attempt at the birthday wreath.

The favors for the little party people: adorable owl muslin bags, owl hair bow, owl themed coloring book, homemade owl crayons and owl box full of scooby snacks.

Special thank you to all the wonderful vendors!

Happy Birthday Banner: Tweedle Dee Designs

Owl Dress: Vive La Fete from Carrot Top Clothes

Dinner Boxes: Garnish

Owl Print: Name Your Design

Owl Pillow: Target

Welcome Signs: love the day

Owl Pinwheels: twirlie whirlies

Cake Topper: Two Sugar Babies

Fondant Cupcake Owls: Cakes and Kids

Owl Cookies: CookieXchange

Owl Pinata: Birchangel Pinatas

Owl Hair Bow: ASEC Inc.

Owl Muslin Bags: Perideau Designs

Owl Scrapbook Paper: Adornit Paper from Create for Less

Coloring Pages: hjrd Designs

Unique Favor Cards

Photo via here.

What a fun way to add a little whimsy to your wedding or party! Luxecards has created these favor cards using unconventional materials like wood or plastic.

Order here!

All photos via here.

Yosoou-Sushi

Paper and Cake

How cute would these be for a children's party! Not too difficult...here are the instructions!

The hard job will be teaching Carter to use chopsticks.