Bunny Fold Napkins

Adorable idea for the Easter table! Bunny fold napkins!

Full picture instructions at Martha Stewart.com!

Retractable Baby Gate

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!

So many more options for length etc! A little pricey but not too bad!

Check it out at http://www.retract-a-gate.com/retractable-child-baby-gate.html

Delaney'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)

Edible rice paper butterflies on cream cheese frosted strawberry cupcakes! Icing recipe from Glorious Treats

Enjoying her smash cake!

Funfetti cupcakes with pink tinted american butter cream frosting - Glorious Treats recipe I used here

Cupcakes decorated with gumballs and edible butterflies

My little cinderella girl :) love!

Lady in waiting before her party guest arrive!

Raspberry pink sherbet punch and lemonade in mason jars with striped straws!

Is it present time yet?

First time using mason jars for cups - loved it!

Baby Shower Flashback

Planning 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!

The Invite & Inspiration - cotton candy pink and blue and Heather Bailey fabric bunting!

Baby Belly Game!
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!

Baby Book Cards
Encouraging the guest to bring a baby book instead of a card using a cute poem.

Baby shower Invitation with pink envelope

Diaper Raffle Cards
Each guest was encouraged to bring a pack of diapers and be entered to a raffle for prize!
These diapers lasted us a good 4 months at least!

Baby Shower Name Tags for Mom and Dad
And other honored guests - made these little pins to where on our shirts!

Party 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!

Gift Ideas for Proud Dads

Click link for oh so many ideas!

(from gifts.com)

Awesome Father's Day Idea = Customized Tie

Customized Tie - very cool!

Cool Craft: Hula Hoop Rug

Found here...