Elliott is turning 9! She's requested a Chewbacca cake, so I decided to make some Chewbacca party favors as well. I'm always looking for an alternative to the usual goody bags, so I wandered craft stores and dollar stores while I brainstormed. Eventually, I decided simple is always best. Other ideas would have been more expensive and far more time consuming. These guys came together in no time and are guaranteed to thrill the birthday girl and her friends. Supplies: Craft … [Read more...]
Owl Party Favors: hair clip and finger puppet tutorial
Elliott's third birthday is quickly approaching and for her party, she has requested an owl theme. After scouring the internet and local party supply stores, I came up empty handed. It seems that owls just haven't made it into the world of mass-produces party goods. What does that mean for this mom? It means I've got to get my booty in gear and rack every crafty brain cell I have to pull this party off in style! Party favors were my immediate concern because I knew there would be a good nu … [Read more...]