tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20687407155655862992024-02-07T16:58:00.809-08:00The Birds & the BeesDesigning of a Modern Baby Shower on a BudgetStacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.comBlogger229125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-90337861089788538172012-04-15T06:18:00.000-07:002012-04-15T06:18:00.392-07:00Bunny Fold Napkins<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/pub/ms_living/2003Q2/ft_msl03bunny01_xl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/pub/ms_living/2003Q2/ft_msl03bunny01_xl.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><br />
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Adorable idea for the Easter table! Bunny fold napkins!<br />
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<a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/how-to/bunny-fold%20for-napkins?backto=true&backtourl=/photogallery/easter-crafts-and-treats#slide_6">Full picture instructions at Martha Stewart.com!</a>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-59574641479755937212011-12-28T06:52:00.000-08:002011-12-28T09:53:17.222-08:00Retractable Baby Gate<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Ok, where has this gate been all my life?? (seriously though I wish I would have found this gate 4 months ago at least) We just installed a swinging gate at the top of our steps to curtail our little one (now 14 months) from hurtling herself down the steps - but would have much rather installed this!<br />
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So many more options for length etc! A little pricey but not too bad!<br />
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Check it out at <a href="http://www.retract-a-gate.com/retractable-child-baby-gate.html%20">http://www.retract-a-gate.com/retractable-child-baby-gate.html </a><br />
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<br />Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-64151099424193438302011-10-10T06:14:00.000-07:002011-10-10T08:23:44.423-07:00Delaney's First Birthday Party! Butterflies and cupcakes!Had such a blast celebrating our little one's first big birthday with everyone! (caution photo heavy post)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Edible rice paper butterflies on cream cheese frosted strawberry cupcakes! <a href="http://glorioustreats.blogspot.com/2010/02/cream-cheese-frosting-recipe.html">Icing recipe from Glorious Treats</a></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<br />Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-1953664614166519562011-09-30T06:19:00.000-07:002011-09-30T07:19:26.799-07:00Baby Shower FlashbackPlanning my baby's first birthday got me all reminisce about planning her baby shower! Let's go back in time a little! Goes by so fast!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Invite & Inspiration - cotton candy pink and blue and Heather Bailey fabric bunting!</td></tr>
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Baby Belly Game! <br />
I really enjoyed this part of the shower - was a great way to connect with every person as they came up to and tested to see if their "guess" was right or not. So fun!</div>
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<br />Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-44270658182991837372011-09-30T06:01:00.000-07:002011-09-30T07:01:55.713-07:00Party Planning: My Baby's First Birthday!I cannot believe my little one's big first birthday is just DAYS away. How did this happen?! The party planning is well underway. Cupcakes going in the oven soon and more pretty party pictures coming soon! But here's a little sneak peek of the theme - yellow and pink and butterflies!<br />
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(from gifts.com)Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-48901214296736610932011-06-01T06:23:00.000-07:002011-06-01T06:23:00.935-07:00Awesome Father's Day Idea = Customized Tie<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://cache.gifts.com/photos/Y/2/M/N/Y2MN48HGLNXUHWGU794U_L.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://cache.gifts.com/photos/Y/2/M/N/Y2MN48HGLNXUHWGU794U_L.jpg" /></a></div><br />
<a href="http://www.gifts.com/search/product/Create-Customized-Tie?ideaID=10122&prodID=200152">Customized Tie</a> - very cool!Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-17887229485830675422011-05-15T06:20:00.000-07:002011-05-15T06:20:00.727-07:00Cool Craft: Hula Hoop Rug<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://familyfun.go.com/assets/cms/crafts/hula-hoop-rug-craft-photo-260-FF0311HOOP_A06.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://familyfun.go.com/assets/cms/crafts/hula-hoop-rug-craft-photo-260-FF0311HOOP_A06.jpg" /></a></div><br />
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<a href="http://familyfun.go.com/crafts/hula-hoop-rug-995304/">Found here...</a>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-80487608965671965942011-05-09T06:31:00.000-07:002011-05-09T06:31:00.558-07:00Sip And See<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://blog.tinyprints.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/sipandsee.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://blog.tinyprints.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/sipandsee.jpg" width="350" /></a></div>Loving this <a href="http://blog.tinyprints.com/baby-showers/sip-and-see-baby-shower-inspiration-board/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+tinyprints%2Ftinytalk+%28Tiny+Talk+-+Photo+Cards%2C+Invitations+%26+Announcements%29">Sip and See Party idea from Tiny Prints</a>!Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-13852700565649848522011-05-07T06:10:00.000-07:002011-05-07T06:10:00.238-07:00Mother's Day Idea - Tea at the Children's Museum<h1 class="title">Mother's Day Tea: The Joy of Etiquette at the Indianapolis Children's Museum </h1><h2><img alt="Mother's Day Tea at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis" class="floatright" src="http://www.childrensmuseum.org/sites/default/files/images/Special%20Events/Mother%27s%20Day%20Tea/MotherTea.jpg" style="height: 188px; width: 250px;" /> </h2><h2>May 7, 9-11 a.m. or 2-4 p.m.</h2><b>$10 members, $12.50 nonmembers</b><br />
Make this Mother's day memorable with a special tea. Practice proper table manners with etiquette experts, and then participate in fun Mother's day activities! Ages 5 and up with a registered adult.<br />
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<a href="http://www.childrensmuseum.org/node/35059">Indianapolis Children's Museum </a>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-29872748925747402282011-05-05T06:36:00.000-07:002011-05-05T06:36:00.129-07:00Loving Baby Gap<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.gap.com/Asset_Archive/GPWeb/Assets/Product/826/826605/big/gp826605-04vliv01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www.gap.com/Asset_Archive/GPWeb/Assets/Product/826/826605/big/gp826605-04vliv01.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />
<a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=66532&vid=1&pid=826605&scid=826605042">Lace trimmed body suit from Baby Gap</a><br />
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Oh my do I love Baby Gap! Granted we only own one official item from there for our a little one - a pair of reverseable pint/pink and white stripped pants that I snagged on sale for $6. But they are one of my favorites! They are made so well, thick and soft fabric - compared to some of the things you can find out there in the $6 range. Granted these pants were originally $14 or so...<br />
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And the styles! So cute!!<br />
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Though summer is on the way and sleeves will soon be a mute point as the weather warms up enough to go sans shirt.<br />
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<a href="http://www.abetterbib.com/catalog/catalog_detail.asp?CID=130&CI=540&PI=44000#">Found at A Better Bib</a>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-78324889127811017602011-05-01T06:25:00.000-07:002011-05-01T06:25:00.718-07:00Mother's Day Gift Idea - Customized Stepping Stones<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://cache.gifts.com/photos/C/U/U/K/CUUKEE33B22U7J5RVZCX_L.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://cache.gifts.com/photos/C/U/U/K/CUUKEE33B22U7J5RVZCX_L.jpg" /></a></div><br />
Too Cute! <a href="http://www.gifts.com/search/product/Personalized-Heart-Stepping-Stones?ideaID=10921&prodID=334621">Customized Stepping Stones</a> for Mother's Day!Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-71698954679266874502011-04-28T06:21:00.000-07:002011-04-28T06:21:00.648-07:00Travel Toy - Just Add Water<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j29/coolmompicks/cmp%20reviews/518vhemL55L_SL500_AA300_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j29/coolmompicks/cmp%20reviews/518vhemL55L_SL500_AA300_.jpg" /></a></div>tAgain, where were these cool things when I was younger??<br />
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<a href="http://www.coolmompicks.com/2011/04/perfect_travel_toy_for_kids_add_water.php">Found here...</a>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-51945879547672037072011-04-20T06:58:00.000-07:002011-04-20T06:58:00.611-07:00Turning Baby Clothing Castoffs Into Art<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g240/lizcoolmompicks/Stonesframe_72-380x380.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g240/lizcoolmompicks/Stonesframe_72-380x380.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
I am already getting teary eyed at the all the newborn, 0-3 and 3-6 clothes we have been folding up and storing away. Sniff! Baby is already 6 months old! Growing up so fast!<br />
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Love this idea found on <a href="http://www.coolmompicks.com/2011/04/turn_kiddo_castoffs_into_modern_art.php">Cool Mom Picks</a> - very cool indeed!Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-23337406530814804092011-04-16T09:57:00.000-07:002011-04-16T09:57:00.211-07:00Hurry Up Summer!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://c2.diapers.com/images/products/p/az/az-024_1z.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="271" src="http://c2.diapers.com/images/products/p/az/az-024_1z.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><a href="http://www.diapers.com/products/Aqua-Leisure-Floating-Pool-Seat-57733">Aqua Leisure Floating Pool Seat</a> - $7ishStacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-26597166950273357912011-04-15T06:55:00.000-07:002011-04-15T09:56:33.271-07:00Bath Toy Wish List<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://cdn.babble.com/family-style/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/41nOnrOWw2L.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://cdn.babble.com/family-style/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/41nOnrOWw2L.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>Adorable bath toy found on the family blog - Babble...love it!<br />
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<a href="http://blogs.babble.com/family-style/2011/04/04/favorite-bath-toy-ever-of-all-time/">Found here...</a>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-80295924671711152732011-02-16T06:18:00.000-08:002011-02-16T06:18:00.247-08:00Cute but...Sewing Inspiration<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.rainorshinekids.com/woobeejpg/cowprintsmallsamp.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www.rainorshinekids.com/woobeejpg/cowprintsmallsamp.jpg" width="252" /></a></div>These <a href="http://www.rainorshinekids.com/rain_woobee.php">stroller blankets</a> are a cute idea but definitely something I could do to modify blankets I already have at home. Good for a sewing idea though! Thanks for the inspiration!Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-76473832766462075332011-02-12T06:56:00.000-08:002011-02-12T06:56:00.230-08:00Valentine Gumball Necklace<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://athome.kimvallee.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/GumballNecklaces.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://athome.kimvallee.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/GumballNecklaces.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />
Can't wait to make these when my little one gets older! So cute!<br />
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<a href="http://athome.kimvallee.com/2011/02/valentine-gumball-necklaces/">Found on At Home w/ Kim Valee</a>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-86151341355441067702011-02-11T07:04:00.000-08:002011-02-11T07:04:00.343-08:00Fab Find: Cover Me<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.milksmartmama.com/thumbnail.asp?file=assets/images/candyappleproductshot.jpg&maxx=75&maxy=0" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www.milksmartmama.com/thumbnail.asp?file=assets/images/candyappleproductshot.jpg&maxx=75&maxy=0" width="258" /></a></div><br />
Sorry for the fuzzy pic - but this is a great little multi-functional piece of equipment for new moms! Wish I had one or three! :)<br />
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<a href="http://www.milksmartmama.com/Cover-Me_p_413.html">$12 from Milk Smart Mama</a>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-68896963670949640052011-02-10T07:43:00.001-08:002011-02-10T07:44:11.231-08:00Mother Daughter Matching Done Right<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://cdn.babble.com/family-style/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/62143_in_dl-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="270" src="http://cdn.babble.com/family-style/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/62143_in_dl-1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><a href="http://blogs.babble.com/family-style/2011/02/09/matching-mother-daughter-outfits-done-right/">Found on Babble</a>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-77719891434349054652011-02-09T06:56:00.000-08:002011-02-09T06:56:01.270-08:00Where Were These When I Was a Kid??<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://products.onestepahead.com/assets/images/product/detail/20121_7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://products.onestepahead.com/assets/images/product/detail/20121_7.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
The insoles drain water! <a href="http://www.onestepahead.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=536514&cmSource=CrossSell&relatedProductId=536487">Amphibious Kids Beach Shoes</a>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-39398696627380313842011-02-05T05:54:00.000-08:002011-02-05T05:54:00.636-08:00Beachy Baby<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://products.onestepahead.com/assets/images/product/detail/20007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://products.onestepahead.com/assets/images/product/detail/20007.jpg" /></a></div><a href="http://www.onestepahead.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=536487&cmSource=CrossSell&relatedProductId=536584">Swim socks</a> - protect those tiny tootsies from hot sand and broken glass!<br />
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Love this! Saving it here so I remember to get one when our little one is a little older! :) There are so many cool things for kids these days!<br />
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<a href="http://www.littlepartners.com/products/The-Learning-Tower.html">Found on Little Partners</a><br />
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Info from website:<br />
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<div class="Block Moveable Panel ProductDescription" id="ProductDescription"> <div class="ProductDescriptionContainer"> <div class="Block Moveable Panel ProductDescription" id="ProductDescription"> <div class="ProductDescriptionContainer"> <h2>Features and Benefits</h2>Provides safety and versatility not found with traditional step stools.<br />
Only step stool on the market carefully designed to meet the specific needs of young toddlers 18 mos. +.<br />
Constructed from highest-quality layered birch.<br />
Platform height adjusts quickly and easily to grow with your child from 18 months up to 6 years.<br />
Four-sided railings provide support while your child climbs in and prevents falling when inside the Tower.<br />
Wide 15" X 18" platform lets your child move about without slipping off a step.<br />
Fits flush against counters for safe access.<br />
Carefully finished with durable, non-toxic, lead-free finish.<br />
Meets safety standards for ASTM (F96-30) and Home Playground Equipment (F11-48-98C).<br />
Has been tested to hold up to 500 lb.<br />
Cleans easily with a damp cloth.<br />
<h2>The Learning Tower</h2>For children, the world is a magical and curious place. They learn by mirroring Mommy and Daddy with the ultimate goal of being able "to do it myself" and feel like an active member of the family. That's why Little Partners has created the Learning Tower.<br />
The Learning Tower has been carefully designed to provide a secure environment for a child's imagination to be stimulated and blossom. Its design nurtures a child's innate desire to be independent, and to participate alongside his or her parents and siblings.<br />
</div></div></div></div>Stacyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08381103120658976286noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068740715565586299.post-22149495695551826452011-01-11T05:32:00.000-08:002011-01-11T07:34:07.693-08:00Wooden Cupcake Stand<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.shopkitson.com/cache/91355.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://www.shopkitson.com/cache/91355.jpg" width="280" /></a></div>Adorable <a href="http://www.shopkitson.com/index.php?pageId=2&product_sku=kidkraft-wooden-cupcake-stand&source=shopstyle">Kidkraft wooden cupcake stand from Kitson</a>! Definitely a must-have down the road when my little one gets a little older! :)<br />
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