One Fairy Cute Party

This adorable little girl and I have a very special bond. She is my first born niece and we share a birthday. Only one problem, we are never together to celebrate! {We live 1,000 miles away. Two thumbs down for dental school.... [Read more]

Easy Marshmallow Fondant, YOU can do it!

Let’s get a little closer… Sometimes birthdays call for special cakes. This was one such birthday my daughter shared with her best friend who happens to have a birthday just two weeks later. You might remember them... [Read more]

Cupcake Flower Centerpiece

I am so glad some of you cute gals spotted this Cupcake Flower Centerpiece in my Sweet Shoppe Birthday Post and asked me for a tutorial.  I’m totally flattered, BUT I sort of don’t want to tell you.  It was so... [Read more]

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Party, Personalized Products and more!

****POST UPDATE – MyChronicleBooks wanted to add a little fun to this post by offering ONE OF YOU $80 in credit to shop for personalized products!!! Yay! Easy entries so hurry and enter first and then read all about my... [Read more]

Chic Paper Rosette Backdrop Tutorial

I’ve received so many emails asking me how I made the backdrop for my little girl’s shabby chic 3rd birthday party, I decided to throw a quick tutorial together to show you how.  It’s so simple, after I show... [Read more]

Pack your kids a Dr. Seuss CELEBRATION Lunch!

Dr. Seuss Celebration idea: Pack a lunch! I wanted to send my kids something fun in their lunch to celebrate Dr.Seuss’ birthday – I thought I would share what I came up with in case any of you want to do the same.... [Read more]

Time To Party! FREE Birthday Party Printables Galore!

Every year, my children’s birthdays seem to sneak up on me. I have one whose birthday is right after New Years, and another who celebrates at Easter time. When I am busy thinking ahead toward large holidays,I’m ashamed... [Read more]

Deliver “Hand”made Flowers on a Cold Winter Day!

Are you excited for the month of love?? It’s coming up quick, and it’s a great time to talk to your kids about showing love to others! I want to share a fun activity that you can do with your kids- it involves making... [Read more]

Perfect stocking stuffer!

What is the perfect stocking stuffer? Homemade Playdough! It is SO easy to make and SO much better than the stuff you buy at the store. This recipe makes the softest, sqUISHiest, longest lasting play dough…EVER! You can... [Read more]

Perfect Gift Wrap & Accessories!

There is just something about wrapping gifts. I love spending time creating the perfect gift wrap and making each package perfect for the person who will receive it. It just makes me happy! Not to mention,  I love seeing all... [Read more]

10 Great Non-Toy Gift Ideas

As any gift-giving season approaches (be it Christmas or birthdays), you’re likely to have several loving friends and family members ask you for a wish list of items your kids might like to receive. Have you ever glanced at... [Read more]

How to Make a Ribbon Balloon!

Last month I visited a restaurant that had light shades that looked like giant spheres made of strings of white yarn.  A friend that was with me said that she had seen tutorials online of how to make them with a balloon and... [Read more]

Deck Out Your Drinks With Custom Ice Packs and Koozies

See how customized ice packs & reusable drink koozies “team” up and add more spirit to your celebration!   A basic kitchen sponge becomes a convenient ice pack when it is soaked in water, frozen, then... [Read more]

A Box Of Love – Free Download!

Life isn’t easy, is it? It is filled with ups and downs, times of peace and joy, and times of turmoil and strife. While these difficult times are wonderful tools for growth and progression, they can certainly be wearisome... [Read more]

Having doughnuts at your party? EASY and Creative DIY Display!

Do you ever need treats for a big crowd? Think teacher appreciation, scouts, birthday parties, Superbowl, holiday parties, special celebrations, wedding and baby showers, the list goes on…. My mom needed to serve treats... [Read more]

A Shabby Chic Birthday Party

We recently celebrated a BIG birthday in our family. Our baby girl just turned THREE! (I’m still in shock.) Where does time go?! We weren’t going to do a big party this year. We had a lot going on, including selling... [Read more]

Make Your Own Fortune Cookies!

Near the end of the last school year, my daughter brought home a book about making fortune cookies. It included a recipe and we thought it would be so fun to try it! So, today I want to share this idea with you- I think you’ll... [Read more]

Mermaid Party by THE Kate Landers!

Have you heard of Kate Landers?  THE Kate Landers?!  Well, if you haven’t, it’s about time you did.  She is a high profile party designer who is A.MAZ.ING.  Kate is also a follower of HowDoesShe and decided to... [Read more]

Sweet Shoppe Party – Twins’ First Birthday

After a month of recuperating from the girls’ first birthday party, here it is….FINALLY.  Who knew throwing a twin birthday bash would be so much fun? AND so exhausting?!  My husband told me that he learned one... [Read more]

Famous Chocolate Chip Cookie Bowl with Ice Cream and Fruit {4 Recipes in 1!}

If you know me at all, it’s no secret that I love homemade chocolate chip cookies. My friends get cookies for pretty much every event in their lives. Sorry guys. Maybe someday I’ll make you something else. Why do... [Read more]

A New Twist on Crepe Paper Streamers!

You know how it goes… All of a sudden it’s the BIG day or someone volunteers you to host the BIG day {even if it is yourself, out of the kindness of your heart}… and you need something that says, “PARTY”... [Read more]

DIY All Natural Lip Balm & Hard Lotion

Soft, smooth, yummy, ALL NATURAL, fun to make, endless creative smelling possibilities – all packaged in an itty bitty, cute container. Did I sell you on making some lip balm or hard lotion? You’ll be glad you said... [Read more]

6 Super Outdoor Party Ideas!

The temperature has been rising and rising, and you know that means…. OUTDOOR PARTIES! Taking the activities outside ups the “fun” factor BIG TIME. Not to mention the mess and the noise isn’t happening... [Read more]

High Heel Cupcakes! Oooh La La.

Ok, all you lovers of high heels! I’ve received a few requests from our fans on Facebook that I share a tutorial on these high heel cupcakes I made last week, so here it is! So cute, right?! My friend originally got... [Read more]

Personalized Gift Wrap for Kids!

We recently needed some birthday wrapping paper but didn’t have any in the house.  The store we went to didn’t have any “birthday” wrapping paper either so we went with plain yellow.  Talia (my 6 year... [Read more]

Crafting Birthday Party

Sometimes you plan a 10th birthday party for your daughter.  Sometimes you make it a craft-themed party and let the kids do all the work…because that’s what is best, both for the children and for your stress level.... [Read more]

Triple Chocolate Bundt Cake

I’m the first person to admit that I’m not a baker. Or much of a cook for that matter. I’m not just being modest here…just ask my husband. So when I discover a recipe that is: #1 easy, #2 delicious,... [Read more]

Party Drinks for Kids- Dress Up a Juicebox!

I recently threw a Pinkalicious birthday party for my daughter who turned 3.  I wanted to serve juice boxes because the party guests were little, and I didn’t want to be cleaning spills in the middle of the party.  ... [Read more]

How to Make a Sock Bouquet

Men are not easy to buy gifts for! With LOVE day right around the corner, I am guilty of STILL not having a gift for the man in my life.  Yeesh. Don’t hate Thankfully, Heather shares this surprisingly easy and brilliant... [Read more]

Secret “INSIDE INFO” on ALL Paper Coterie Deals!

We have insider information on all the upcoming Paper Coterie deals… which means… SO DO YOU! I hate it when I find a good deal on a photo creation but don’t have time to make what I want in order to take advantage... [Read more]

Give it some Personality!

 Print This Post I have kitchen help…sous chefs…cuisine connoisseurs. I know, I’m one spoiled girl. Two extra sets of hands…they are amazing! So, as a token of my appreciation I want to give them... [Read more]

Homemade Rolling Stamp Wrapping Paper

So Thanksgiving is over- now I get to start talking about Christmas, right?  Our tree is up, the carols are playing, and I know I’m not the only one making plans! Today I want to share with you a fun way that we thought... [Read more]

“Donut” you want to make one?

The gals at “One Charming Party” are sharing a super “sweet” idea that will be the talk of your next party! A Donut Tree! Whatever the occasion (think Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter, Birthdays…)... [Read more]

TONS of DIY Gift Ideas!

1. Magnetic Paint Board 2. Easy 2×4 Snowman 3.Simple Picture Frame Earring Holder 4. Customized Soap Dispenser 5. Easy-to-Sew Therapeutic Sacks 6.  Layered Soap with Recipe 7. Ric Rac, Felt & Burlap Accessories (can... [Read more]

Happy Birthday HowDoesShe! FREE gift for everyone!

HowDoesShe.com is TWO! Celebrate good times, COME ON! We wouldn’t be here without all of you so we are giving YOU a birthday gift! What is it? How about $30.00! Remember how much we raved about Paper Coterie after they... [Read more]

Custom Birthday Shirt with the New Silhouette Cameo! GIVEAWAY!

UPDATE: WE HAVE A WINNER! Shelley who said, “I have a quote I would love to put on canvas for my hubby!” Come on down! You are the lucky winner of the new Silhouette Cameo! {In case you are wondering…No, it is... [Read more]

11 Exciting Pennant Banners!

Don’t you love it when someone else does all the work and you get all the compliments? I do. Actually, I haven’t quite learned to just smile and say thank you without giving away the true source of the talent. BUT,... [Read more]

Birthday Balloon Texture Ball

In my very first Interior Design class in college we were studying the design element: texture. Our project was to create a texture ball. I’m not sure why, but I immediately thought of little green army men. I found a bag... [Read more]

8 Pretty Packaging Ideas!

Birthdays Weddings Graduations Teacher-appreciation Thank-yous Bridal showers Baby Showers …the opportunities to give gifts arise SO often, am I right? OH, and if you have children…and those children have friends….and... [Read more]

Clown Themed Birthday Party!

My little man just turned FOUR. Where does the time go? {sniffle}. They just grow up too fast. Listen to me,…I am turning into my mom. Before we moved across country, Noah had a special birthday party with his friends.... [Read more]

Pinterest: The Ideas Are Endless!

We’ve been busy collecting some really neat ideas, photos, quotes, and crafts on our Pinterest wall! If you’re not our friend yet, well…what are you waiting for? We’d love to see what you’ve been... [Read more]

Summer Ice Cream Delight

With all these fun Summer parties and birthdays quickly approaching, I couldn’t pass up the chance to share one of my favorite treats! This is the most customizable delicious ice cream cake around and it only takes a few... [Read more]

A Sweet Candyland Birthday

So, I’m a tad bit late in posting this. 10 months to be exact. (Eek!) And our little birthday girl is almost TWO now! I haven’t decided if we’ll be throwing a fancy schmancy party or not…just looking... [Read more]

How to Make Confetti Fire Crackers With Your Kids

Yesterday Bobbi-Jo shared some awesome Craft & Project ideas we can all use to celebrate the 4th of July or adapt to fit a celebration for our own countries.  Like Bobbi, I’m Canadian, so we’ll be celebrating... [Read more]

Money for Father’s Day!

Far too often my husband and I say something like, “Happy Birthday! Take some money out of our account and do something special for yourself“.  YIKES!!! BO-RING!!! Another common scenario: I know he has something... [Read more]

33+ Party Time Printables!

Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s party!”  ~Robin Williams I couldn’t agree with Mr. Williams more! The colors, the aromas, the warm air….it just screams “LET’S GET THIS... [Read more]

Tween Pamper Party

Tween Pamper Party Sometimes finding just the right theme for a ‘Tween’ birthday girl can be a hard task.  They are soooooo over Dora and Hello Kitty, but are not quite ready for the boy/girl teen parties.  What... [Read more]

Vintage Pop Art Super Hero Party

Oh my…Hello cute party idea!  Over at Anders Ruff they have some vintage party things going on and SERIOUSLY you HAVE to see this! Oh and after you see this stuff you’ll need to know where to get it so here are the... [Read more]

8 Clever Homemade Gift Ideas!

Happy Tuesday, HowDoesShe Gals! 8 Clever Homemade Gift Ideas Will you imagine with me..just for a moment? Close your eyes. Wait, open them! You need to read. Um….well, imagine with your eyes open for a second. That can... [Read more]

unusual baby gift…

unusual baby gift Kids play with them way more than real toys. They are a lot more sturdy than real toys. They are a lot cheaper than real toys. They will make you the coolest Aunt ever! Add a bit of vinyl to a batch of these... [Read more]

What would you do with them? 3 pink bumps! {{video}}

I saw my friend making these ribbon tulips and thought they were darling.  I got so caught up in her showing me how to make them that I forgot to ask her what she did with them.  {{Next time I’ll have to bribe her to... [Read more]

Just a post about love.

First off, I have to apologize to all my crafting peeps out there because this post is a bit more on the personal side, and is a tad bit lacking in the creative department.  I promise you if you make it through my bjillion pictures,... [Read more]

The Most Beautiful Baby Shower Ever!

Hi HowDoesShe Gals! Do you have your dancing shoes on? Be ready to do your happy dance, ladies, because our guest this week is one craftalicious babe! May I welcome Christina Nease from “Celebrations At Home”. She... [Read more]

All Santas should wrap this way…fast, easy and adorable!

Santa!  Take notes. When I was growing up I always loved it when Santa wrapped all my presents so I could open one present at a time.  This seemed to make Christmas last longer rather than just having all the presents... [Read more]

Sequin Holiday Tee

Hi HowDoesShe Gals! How many sleeps until Christmas? Are you ready? I hope each and every one of you are taking some time to relax and just enjoy the season. I have just started getting Christmas cards in the mail, and it feels... [Read more]

Happy Birthday HowDoesShe!

We can’t even believe it. We are so excited to tell you that HowDoesShe.com officially turned ONE this week. We are the proudest ‘parents’! HowDoesShe has been the craziest, yet funnest, adventure for us.... [Read more]

Cars Themed Birthday Party

When my little guy was invited to this ‘Cars’-themed birthday party, I almost left my camera at home.  I thought to myself, “Commercialized theme parties are hard to pull off without looking,…um,…commercialized.” ... [Read more]

My 6 Layer “Cakerrific” Cake Tips!

Way back in April I made this super fun “Rainbow Cake” for Missy’s and my daughter’s fourth Birthday party, and today I’m going to teach you how to make a variation of it. Don’t let the... [Read more]

Golf Themed Birthday Party

Let’s PAR-TEE! I can’t lie, I’ve been procrastinating posting this party because I feel like I am going to be held to the ‘Sweet Shoppe‘ standard.  You guys really made me feel special with all... [Read more]

German Chocolate Drizzle Cake

Is it just me, or is every man I know obsessed with German Chocolate Cake?  My dad, my brothers, my husband, and now my little boy.  I love making this homemade cake for the men I love.  I just made one for an extra special... [Read more]

Great idea for helping kids earn money!

HowDoesShe help her kids earn money? My cute neighbors came up with the BEST idea!  Princess Acadamy! These girls needed money for camp so they hosted a week long princess acadamy. I am told it took a lot of hours planning,... [Read more]

Last SPLASH!

Water Park HEAVEN! Your kids have been working hard all summer.  Waking up early to mow the lawn, clean the baseboards, sell all that lemonade.  What?  Your kids haven’t been little summer angels?  Angel or not, every... [Read more]

Grandma’s SWEET Treats!

Grandma’s SWEET Treats! Every Grandma needs a cookie jar…or a candy jar…or an anything SWEET jar! I found these fun jars at Target and thought I would personalize them with a little vinyl, Once it is applied... [Read more]

Carnival Birthday Bash

Carnival Birthday Bash Do you know what I love even more than throwing an over the top birthday party?  ATTENDING ONE!!  My cutest friend Mikelle just threw a perfect carnival birthday bash, and I loved every. last. detail. We... [Read more]

Tiered Cupcake Platter

This was originally posted in our ‘starting days’, so you probably haven’t seen this fun post.  Great for any type of celebration… I am starting to obsess over adorable cupcakes. I’m sure you have... [Read more]

Pinkalicious Party

Pinkalicious Party I know, I know, you have been begging and we are finally delivering.  For those of you who don’t know the story of Pinkalicious, here is the idea: “Pink, pink, pink. More than anything, Pinkalicious... [Read more]

Men and Pistachios…

Father’s Day Presents What to get?!  What to get!?  Isn’t that always the question!?  Father’s Day Presents are hard. This year we decided to put a creative twist on a very traditional gift…I found... [Read more]

Ruffled Party Streamers

My twin baby girls turned one this week {whimper, whimper}.  Really.  Why must they grow?!  In celebration of this event, I have been party planning like crazy.  Their party isn’t officially until this weekend, but... [Read more]

A Bit of Magic Potion!

As a gift for my daughters I gave them: Plaster of Paris Wax paper Cups and some food coloring I found the Plaster of Paris from Lowe’s after searching all of the craft stores.  It was around $7 Kind of a weird present... [Read more]

Pinkalicious Bottle Cap Necklace

pInKaLiCiOuS bottle cap necklaces Our friend, Jen threw the most aDoRaBlE pinkalicious party last weekend for her daughter…don’t worry, I took pictures of all the details and a post will be coming. I hadn’t... [Read more]

What would you do with 144 Balloons?

How Does She…make a birthday wreath? This wreath is so festive and fun to decorate with for every birthday! Birthday Balloon Wreath! First you need balloons.  Lots and lots of balloons. (2 bags of 72 count…the 1... [Read more]

Free Birthday Printables!

We are so  excited to share these new exclusive HowDoesShe Free Birthday printables (valued at $15.00) {designed by Chickabug of course}. I am slightly in love with these free birthday printables. The possibilities are truly... [Read more]

Rainbow Polka-dot Party – real party

kids theme parties Rainbow Polka-dot Party Where does one come up with THIS theme, you ask?  I’ll tell you.  Because that is what you get when you ask a certain little 4 year old girl who’s super power it is... [Read more]

Be prepared for a spontaneous Birthday Party!

Have you ever sat there and thought, ‘I wish I had some birthday candles on me’?  Okay, maybe I am weird,…but I have!!!   I love the idea of whipping out a candle at a moments notice to sing ‘Happy... [Read more]

Birthday Party Hats

Party Hats for Kids Theme Parties It’s party planning season around my house, and my kids theme parties have been on my mind. I decided that using spongebob party hats (or something similar) simply won’t do.  I pulled... [Read more]

HowDoesShe Master the Art of Cheesecake?

Have you ever tried to make a homemade cheesecake? No, not the instant ‘jello’ brand kind! I’m talking about the melt-in-your-mouth ‘cheesecake factory-like’ gorgeous, perfect cheesecake?! Did... [Read more]

Personalized Birthday Gift…Sparkles

Personalized  Birthday Gift! Sparkles! I am LOVING this sparkling (is that a word?) ability with the Silhouette craft cutter.  My daughter’s birthday is coming up soon and she is sharing her party with her best friend. ... [Read more]

Ball Birthday Party – Real Party

My husband often says that I throw a party for 95% for myself, and 5% for my kids.  Well,…he’s almost right!  It’s more like 90/10.  I love all the details in themed birthday decor.  He once asked, “Are... [Read more]

Kids Party Themes 10 Ideas!

Kids Party Themes 10 Ideas! My daughter’s birthday is coming up so bIrThDaYs are on my mind!  Luckily I didn’t have to come up with a theme because she has a best friend who has a birthday the same month and we... [Read more]

Free Happy Birthday Cards

I totally know this is what my grandma does for organizing and remembering birthdays.  She orders cards, addresses, and stamps them.  The first of each month she sends them out.  She has never forgotten a birthday! She has... [Read more]

FUN! Birthday Board

  Birthday Board Happy birthday to… I got together last year with 2 of my friends and we wanted to make a birthday board to celebrate our kids on their birthday.  Let’s face it…I don’t like a bunch... [Read more]

2×4 to Birthday Board{{tutorial}}

Idea for 2×4 Happy Birthday Board I love when my kids have birthdays.  They start their count down at least 6 months in advance!  I love celebrating them.  Celebrating them for who they are!  I usually give my kids ‘friends’... [Read more]

Gift Giving Organization

Doesn’t it seem like there is ALWAYS a gift giving event? Do you ever forget about a ‘gift giving’ occasion until the day of? Or do you just NOT have time to get out and buy for the occasion? {Um, I’ll... [Read more]

Birthday Cards – never be late again!

Birthdays I am THE WORST person to be writing this post about remembering people’s birthdays because, well… I don’t.  But, that also makes me the best person to write this post because I did a lot of research... [Read more]