Set Sail for Creativity, DIY Sublimation Luggage Tags with Artesprix Markers

Hello, everyone! I’m very excited to be Artesprix’s featured artist for November! Sublimation art is one of my favorite creative activities. In this post, I’m sharing how I created beautiful, Caribbean-inspired luggage tags. They’re for an upcoming trip, made using Artesprix Iron-on-Ink markers and my handy heat press. Last month, we Troxells decided to schedule …

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Sweet Rainbow Candy Land Birthday Party

For a sweet celebration filled with whimsy and charm with a gumball on top, look no further than this decadently appointed Sweet Rainbow Candy Land theme party, created in partnership with Portofino International. Items in this post were provided to me so that I could bring you this delightfully unique birthday party inspiration. The design …

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Frida Kahlo and Llamas is the Most Adorable Christmas Cookie Theme

It’s time for Christmas cookies! I’ve been baking up a storm and could hardly wait to share these pretty Frida Kahlo themed sugar cookies with you. These were designed to coordinate with my Frida Kahlo Christmas Tree this year. The llamas on the tree were the inspiration for the cute llama cookies that are also …

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Throw a Dazzling and Decadent Fortune Teller Themed Party

Enter a bewitching Fortune Teller’s parlor for a creepy chic Halloween party, that will have you seeing stars! Take a peek into the future as you gaze into the depths of a foggy mirror, hung on a spellbinding backdrop draped with rich and sumptuous textiles and starry gossamer. I’ve painted up a bookshelf in a …

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Painted and Embossed Fortune Teller Party Favor Boxes

A dazzling Fortune Teller Party simply wouldn’t be complete without a hand crafted favor for guests to take home. You can create these elegant hand painted and embossed favor boxes, and fill them with treasures and treats for your party guests. Here’s What  You’ll Need: Wood favor boxes with lids FolkArt Color Shift Paint in …

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Easter Wonderland Outdoor Party with Croquet for Kids

This spring, host an Easter in Wonderland party, themed on an enchanted garden with tea party decor and of course, white rabbits! Designate a Party Space with a Paneled Wall This outdoor scene is set for an afternoon of sipping tea and tasting scrumptious sweets with friends and family. A wood paneled fence with scrollwork …

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Easter in Wonderland Spring Party

Never fear, you’re just in time, and not at all “late for this very important date”! Your visual tour through this whimsical and creative Easter in Wonderland party awaits. I’ll be your tour guide for this versatile soiree. (It’s just as lovely when modified to be a spring party or bridal shower, as well as …

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Hatching Up Some Cute Easter Crafts

Chirp! Chirp! These little Easter craft chicks have hopped on over to a carton of fun painted eggs with glittery accents! You won’t believe how easy these are to create yourself! An Easter Craft That’s Fun for Everyone This bright and cheery Easter decoration is easy and fun to make, and can even be done …

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Chinese New Year Party with Cherry Blossoms

Chinese New Year is a joyous celebration that signifies the end of winter, and the beginning of the springtime season, as well as new beginnings in all aspects of life. Chinese New Year is based on the lunar calendar, and is also sometimes referred to as Lunar New Year. This year, the holiday falls on …

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Personal Charcuterie Boxes for Fall Celebrations

Fall celebrations are being held in new and creative ways; social distancing and safety are on the minds of many fabulous hosts and hostesses. These personal charcuterie boxes are a unique and creative way to allow all guests to partake in some tasty snacks without mixing hands on traditional communal charcuterie tray. To create these …

Go Batty For This Adorable Halloween Cocoa Cart

Trick or Treat, here’s something sweet! It’s a Halloween cocoa cart with adorable Halloween dishes and a mini candy buffet. Take a peek at this fun and creative way to celebrate Halloween with lots of cute details. Items for this post were provided to me in partnership with Oriental Trading Company, so that I could …

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Maleficent Baby Shower in an Enchanted Forest

It’s my pleasure to bring you a look at this beautiful party, with a theme of Maleficent and Aurora, the Sleeping Beauty, in an enchanted forest. My clients are avid Disney lovers, and also have a sultry, dark side that they wished to have reflected in their event’s decor. Their beautiful baby girl will be …