Vintage styled tea party

Today I looked after 5 kids.  Two of my own and three that I borrowed for the day, o.k Mom was working and needed me to watch them, but they really are so good that today felt like a breeze.

 I had the idea a few months back to do a vintage themed tea party photo shoot. I started dreaming up ideas and how it would look ( which is the funnest part of it all don't - cha think?) 

Since I have three beautiful nieces I knew they would make my dreams become reality. Plus I know Mom wanted some new up-dated pictures of them.

 The weather was tempermental today so I didn't think it was gonna work, but early this morning, the clouds parted and we decided last minute to follow through with it. So there we were; 3 girls, and one little boy piled in my bathroom ( as timing would have it, Dion was napping ) dresses were scattered everywhere, make-up was out and the smell of perfume and hairspray filled the room ( I really got my girl fix today )

I didn't have all the ideas I wanted put together, but I'm happy with how they turned out and I must say these little princesses are gorgeous:

I'm kinda in love with this below picture:

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And possibly one of my favourite photos of all time..... wait for it......

Emily is the youngest, and boy does she know it! She has more personality than she knows what to do with. She loves babies and anything that yells out " I'm a girl " She has eyes the colour of the hawaiian ocean and eyelashes that curl and wisp like she's wearing mascara. 

Andrea the middle treasure, who is almost 8.  She is a true  girly - girl like her auntie, who works hard at everything she does and is just a kind girl, who, may I add has the perfect hair;  thick and blonde that can curl or go straight

Rachel is almost 10, who has the most beautiful think eye lashes you have ever seen, who loves animals,  and has a kind, nurturing heart that will take her places in life. 

And my little boy who was a trooper today who put -up with all our girly stuff...

Let's feather their NEST

My girlfriend Marie just had baby #2,  a sweet baby boy . 

We wanted to celebrate his arrival so we planned a " let's feather their nest" baby shower. 

We had so much fun thinking of ideas, everyone contributed and I think it turned out B-E-A - utiful!

The colours were teal and white, with a splash of rainbow;)

Baby socks in a egg carton!

Kim made the table runner and the napkins. She as always,  did such a good job and chose the perfect fabric to match the theme and decor. If you want her to create something for you visit her  facebook page HERE

And the man of the hour, handsome baby Beckett.....

And the fine ladies...

I just love the  above picture of Marie, nursing, drinking wine and socializing. Now thats multi - taking at it's finest!

I wanted to give Marie a gift certificate, but I always wished it seemed more like a " gift" and that it didn't seem like I took the lazy route and just got something that was easy, and thoughtless. 

I found this idea on a blog and thought it was just so darn cute! It's pretty much a " snow globe" but you put the gift certificate inside a mason jar, with sparkles and little jewels floating around inside.

Marie we are so happy for the addition of your new little man to your family. 

We are blessed to call you our friend, we hope you had a wonderful evening, and that you felt celebrated and loved. 

xoxoxo

First Birthday Fire fighter party

I  photographed this fun fireman party this weekend. You may recognize this lil mans pictures from the cake smash photos I did not long ago.

Mom put a lot of work into it, and it turned out AMAZING! She had so many ideas and details and it will be a very nice memory for her lil Man when he grows up! 

My kids loved it, especially when the Fire truck came! 

The weather couldn't have been better, it was the perfect day start to finish.

So Proud of you BFF! You did it! Your lil Man is a year old now!!

 You are an amazing Mama and he is lucky to have you forever. 

So I was pretty excited to spend some time with my lady friends for my Birthday. 

Last night I did just that.

I knew they would make it a good time, because spending time together with them is always a blast. But my breath was taken away when I walked in the door. They had planned a colour theme, a menu, and so many beautiful, thoughtful ideas. Then I instantly felt a pang of guilt  as I  imagined all the busy Mamma's, working so hard trying to make food, put together floral arrangements,  pick out gifts, outfits, make martha Stewart cupcakes.. etc.. etc..  some while trying to entertain little ones,  others in between working full time, preparing for a new baby, planning a first Birthday, and studying for final exams.. yowza. 

But then I realized - it's ok. Because I know I would do the same for any of them . And that sometimes, once and a while, it o.k to be celebrated, recognized and shown how much your friendship is valued.

 So I stopped feeling guilty ( sort - of ) and took it all in, cherished our time together ( sans kids ) and ate, drank and talked the evening away...................

Cindy slaved over the Martha stewart meringue cupcakes, they were AMAZING! plus - I LOVE french Macaroons and turkish delight ( thank-you Cindy! )

Joni is due in 3 weeks - such a trooper!

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Girls - 

you out - did yourselves once again. I am so thankful for all of you and your hard work and effort.

Love you all, it was a night to remember.

Next time- no ghost stories, I was jumpy all night;)

XOXOXO

Pirate Partay

My girlfriend Kim is a party planner extraordinaire. She is the reason I began going above and beyond for my own kids Birthday parties. 

She has so many creative and thoughtful ideas, and her parties are always a fun time!!

She told me before she planned this Pirate themed Party that " it's gonna be  low key, I just don't have the time right now ( she really is one busy Mama right now ) 

Well, " Low key" isn't quite the word I would use.. Fabulous, and creative  - yes that's more like it. 

Check it out for yourself: 

 There was some pretty cute costumes at this party, but I must say this tulle skirt made by Kim herself was my fav! 

Have a mentioned she ridiculously talented??

Not only does  sew amazing things check out her blog HERE

But she is super smart, athletic, and darn right pretty - yeah she's one of those...

And some of my kidlets dressed -up for the party:

Levi with his " loot" bag I put chocolate coins in it.

When we got to the party of course Kim had thought to do it too - But she made nice, beautiful homemade ones that everyone got to take home :)

 

Perfect as usual Kimmy!!