Tropical Baby on Board Baby Shower

Tropical Baby on Board Baby Shower

I've recently styled a baby shower. It was an extremely hot and rare humid day and even with the canopy, we had a hard time keeping the cake from completely melting. The ants were also super aggressive and knew exactly where the sweets were so we had to keep watch on that too.
Overall it was a great party and here's how it turned out.

The cupcakes were slightly dusted with brown sugar to make it look like beach sand

The mommy-to-be provided a full bar of drinks including a tamarind drink which I didn't get a chance to try but I was sure it was good.

I like to use natural elements as much as I can. These leaves were perfect. I love how they brought the feel of nature into the whole design.

Thank goodness for the pool. It cooled everybody off

the Mommy-to-be...looking gorgeous at 9 months

Fave Deals, Freebies & Gift Ideas

Wouldn't you love to have a personal shopper? Someone who would let you in on the latest scoop when it comes to party planning or even party gifting.

Nothing is better than STEALS & DEALS (especially FREEBIES!) So we thought we'd post some our favorite finds. Here is a list of some of the stuff moms, teens, pretty much every girl (and yes, hostesses too) would love to give & get. 

There are many deals out there but we are very selective and only awarded the deserving. Here are our winners!

Michaels:

(80% OFF. ALL Summer/ Spring items on Sale...going on now 7/21)

*This one's BIG! (frames, chairs, pots, etc.) I cant even list all the stuff they have. So head down to your local Michaels today. (I visited at least 2 stores and interestingly one store had 80% off and the other @ 70%) Not sure why. Depends in which City you shop I guess.

*A large selection also at 50% off (includes candle holders, chargers, etc.)

Glass jar container I got for less than $3 which I will be using for my sister's baby shower.

Forever 21

(Regular price: $2.80)

The Deal:

Buy one get one FREE (going on now 7/10)

*We absolutely Love this deal! These colors are perfect for your next girl party. Give as favors or keep for yourself.

Victoria's Secret PINK

(Regular price: $19.50)

The Deal:

The mini dog and tumbler giveaway started today July 8 and lasts til Monday 7/14. 

*Get one for you and one as a gift. You can fill the tumbler with candies or gift cards.

*You can purchase a PINK spray for $8. put it inside the tumbler with the mini dog and your gift is worth about $28.

The Bath and Body works candle deal. 

(Regular Price: $22.50)

The Deal:

They are $9./each plus $20. off if you purchase $50. worth of products. So the candle comes out to $5.66 (Yes. $5.66 what a deal!) each, if you purchase 6 of them. Unfortunately they only had this deal for 1 day.

*Keep 3 for yourself and 3 as gifts. Summer Boardwalk is my favorite scent.

Pink Glamour Fashion

We are super excited to share with you our Pink Glamour Fashion Show. 

The birthday girl's mom and I were collaborators for this event. She's prepared for them a fabulous candy buffet. The girls had a fabulous time getting their makeovers and nails done for the fashion show. See all the glamorous details.

The candy buffet was a sweet treat. The personalized chocolate bars were super cute.

  

Our birthday toast

  Our fabulous fashion show

                    Our high heeled spa cake turned out great!

4th of July treats

Super easy 4th of July treats so you can get out of the kitchen and enjoy the fireworks!

We've chosen a few and easy to make treats and drinks for your 4th of July Celebration. They are super simple, fast and fun to make.


Our List & Photos:

1: Rice Krispy treats popsicle treats
    Heres' our #1 pick. Rice krispy treats have become a tradition. Follow box instructions in making the treat, form made treats into a rectangle shape, slightly rounding one end, insert popsicle stick on the opposite end. Dip in white chocolate or regular chocolate (you may use melting chocolate) Sprinkle with red, white and blue sprinkles & voila!

2) Our 2nd pick is this flag fruit kabobs.

    It is super easy to make. Just skewer strawberries(top cut off), bananas(peel/slice about 1 inch) and blueberries. Follow just like the photo below.

3. Colored popcorn

    Just pop in the microwave or you can use a popcorn maker. Divide into three portions. Mix light corn syrup with food coloring (red & blue separately), canola oil. Heat in microwave. Mix popcorn in mixture until the colors are pretty even. That is it. Enjoy!

4. Watermelon Berry Surprise.

Place raspberries in icecube tray(about 3 in each cube) fill with water and freeze. In a blender mix ice & watermelon chunks (make sure not to add too much ice-just enough for it to be cold) Pour in glass, add ice with frozen fruit, fresh blueberries and garnish with sliced oranges.

Enjoy!