Birthdays: Cakes and Decorations

  • Mexican Style Crepe Paper Flowers….Gorgeous!

    I can’t explain it, but Mexican style folded crepe paper flowers never looked so good, believe me they are gorgeous! I am honestly planning to fill the house with them for Purim…..decorating the tops of frames, attached to the arms of my chandelier and pouring out of tall vases like these. Oh, and I’m planning…

  • Clowning Around: A Simple & Fun Paper Clown Project For Kids!

    Colorful paper clown faces make great decorations for Purim or even your next circus themed party! My kids loved this project so much that it kept them busy for several evenings on the dining room table. I’d love to show you better photos, but with the rainy weather this week, we’ll have to settle for…

  • Creative Recycled Packaging Ideas: A Round-Up For Purim From The Archives!

    Yes, Purim is coming so I thought I’d get a start by showing you some of  my favorites from last year. These ideas can all be used for Mishloach Manot, the gifts of food we give to friends, neighbors, co-workers, teachers etc. on Purim. And of course they can also be used as gift packaging…

  • A Festive Bunting From Your Punched Paper Leftovers!

    Yes, quick paper bunting, or paper garlands, or party banners, in your favorite colors, made from what used to be garbage! But not anymore, right? Now you know better— never throw away the scraps from your punching adventures….you can use them to make a super quick and colorful bunting! And I’m sure you know this,…

  • A Fun Winter Fruit Arrangement That Kids Can Make!

    As you can see, kids can make fun arrangements or centerpieces using citrus fruits and dried fruit! And then Mom can complete the look with a large arrangement of her own, and wow, what a great combination! It’s so easy, and doesn’t really require an explanation right? I’ll just add that the orange and pomella…

  • Crafting With Vegetables: A Humorous Eggplant Centerpiece!

    Crafting with vegetables? A centerpiece using eggplant? Do these things happen to anyone else, or is it just me? Remember the potato creatures craft? And now eggplant? But just look at that hair, it’s perfect! And it all happened very innocently as I was about to put this eggplant into the over to make my…

  • No-Bake Cookie Balls (Simple Chocolate Rum Balls): A Dessert Kids Can Make!

    My seven year old wanted to bring a cake for his class Chanukah party. He doesn’t understand that baking is really not my preferred use of time, and therefore I’m really no expert. I have a few basic recipes that are good and keep the family happy when cake is required! How about a cake…

  • Having A Hanukkah Party? Make A Mini-Dreidel Bunting!

    Make your Hanukkah gathering super cute with this Hanukkah mini-dreidel bunting! Generally used on a cake, mini buntings are popping up all over the place, so I really don’t know who was the originator of this adorable idea…..I made this one today to adorn my husband’s birthday cake, my first mini-bunting, and I’m sold! I’ve…

  • Hanukkah Kid’s Craft: Toilet Paper Tube Party Favors!

    Got some reluctant crafters in your home? How about enlisting them to paint the treat holders for Chanukah? I think if there are sweets involved, so they may just be motivated. And if you’re gonna give them sweets, so you might as well take advantage of the situation and help your kids build crafting confidence…

  • Hanukkah Craft: Make Festive Holiday Garlands From Buttons And Beads!

    Isn’t this sweet? And yes, you’re right, it doesn’t necessarily say Hanukkah craft, but in my book that’s just fine! Decorating for any holiday doesn’t have to be about the expected imagery and symbols….the real point is to create a festive and joyful astmosphere, however you choose to do it. And simple garlands made by…

  • Felt Rosebud Bouquets For Boys? Why Not?

        As you may have noticed, I’ve been into the felt flower thing this past week. And really into the fact that I’m using up my stash of acrylic craft felt, all the while bringing joy to friends and neighbors who have been the recipients of my crafty doings!  Yesterday I shared with you the…

  • Make An Adorable Bouquet With Pom Poms!

    Aren’t these sweet? There’s even a story and it goes like this: I had just finished making some yellow pom poms to satisfy my desire for those little yellow ball flowers that floral designers have been mixing with succulents and using in boutineers for wedding flowers………then, the phone rang. It was a dear sweet friend…