Showing posts with label Pumpkin Party. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pumpkin Party. Show all posts
9/16/16
Fall Home Decor: Pumpkin Floral Arrangements
Oh friends, if you are anywhere in the South, you know that Summer is not ready to give up. According to the calendar, Fall is knocking on the door. But Summer is being stubborn. Summer doesn't want to end. Summer just refuses to answer that door. So, here in Texas, we have to help Fall along. I admit, I am currently wearing a tank top with jean shorts and planning on watching my girls swim in our pool after school. But the calendar says September!!!- so I am ignoring what is happening outside and creating my own Fall inside. I am ushering in Fall the best way I know how... with pumpkins.
10/21/15
Pumpkin Carving with a Power Drill
Maisy picked out two little pumpkins on our recent Kindergarten field trip. And since she brought them home, she has been begging to carve them. Have you ever carved a little pumpkin? They are tough! Those 'shells' are thick and the surface area is tiny. Just getting your hand into one is a trick! So we decided to forgo the 'pumpkin carving' knives (after two broke) and break out the drill.
10/29/12
Halloween Traditions
Every year my girls anxiously watch the farm down the road. It is the Hall’s Pumpkin Farm and with it brings
the promise of fall, Halloween and fun.
Late in August, just about the time the school year begins,
the farmers prep the field and plant the seeds. The hot sun shines down on the
dirt and large cascades of water spray from the sprinklers in the evenings.
Before long, tiny green sprouts shoot up from the dark soil- and that is when
the anticipation begins.
Every inch of growth is a sign that Halloween is getting
closer. Large ‘measuring sticks’ are staked into the ground to show the height
of the corn. Once it reaches up to 8 feet, it is nearly October and the gates
of the farm are opened to the public.
We have taken the girls every year. Maisy was born on
October 7th, so her first trip to the pumpkin patch was when she was
only one week old.
10/14/11
Crafty How To: Lil Pumpkin Party
On Wednesday I shared with you my two year old's birthday party. The theme was "Lil Pumpkin"- perfect for this time of year. I thought I would give you a peek at a few other party crafts I made for her big day.
Even if there aren't any "Lil Pumpkin" birthday parties in your life right now, you can still use these ideas for Halloween, Harvest or any other Fall festivities you have planned in the next few months. These crafts are quick and easy-- just the way I like em!
First up, the cupcakes. I loved these "Lil Pumpkin" cupcakes. They were so sparkly and bright. A great, edible decoration for any party. They are a combination of two cupcakes I saw on Pinterest.
You could modify these to be apples by using red sprinkles and the skinny, stick pretzels for stems. Or make them into Christmas ornaments- sprinkle them in red, green, white, etc and use those 'twizzlers peel and pull candy' to create a hook. Lots of possibilities!
I started by using a box mix of yellow cake. Then added a few 'secret ingredients'-- a splash of vanilla extract and an extra egg. The cupcake liners are from Wilton, they came in solid black and orange.
After cooling, I covered them in cream cheese icing and then rolled the 'wet' icing in a bowl of sprinkles. It took me two jars of the Wilton sprinkles- the 3.25 oz size. It was the perfect amount to cover 40 cupcakes. Then I used a toothpick to make a 'ditch' for the icing. This extra orange icing gave some detail to the pumpkins.
I finished them off with pretzel stems (broken in half) and a green icing swirl. They were yummy and cute!
Next up, the party hat.
I found a great template for creating one out of scrapbook paper on Jones Design Company. You can print it here. Then I added some ruffled fabric, ribbons, and a few embellishments from my scrap-booking days. Finally I hot glued an elastic strap to the bottom. You could create these for each party guest, or just make a 'fancy' one for the birthday girl/boy.
The last craft I wanted to show you is a 'no-sew' runner.
I found this polka dot fabric on sale at Hobby Lobby. So I bought two yards and cut it in half length ways. Then I used pinking shears to finish the edges. Voila! A fast, easy runner for any party.
I hope our "Lil Pumpkin" inspires you this season. A few hand-made crafts always add a special touch!
Joining these fun parties, check em out!
-Home Stories A to Z
-Tatertots and Jello
-Serenity Now
-Under the Table Dreaming
-The Creative Paige
-Not So Simple Housewife
Even if there aren't any "Lil Pumpkin" birthday parties in your life right now, you can still use these ideas for Halloween, Harvest or any other Fall festivities you have planned in the next few months. These crafts are quick and easy-- just the way I like em!
First up, the cupcakes. I loved these "Lil Pumpkin" cupcakes. They were so sparkly and bright. A great, edible decoration for any party. They are a combination of two cupcakes I saw on Pinterest.
You could modify these to be apples by using red sprinkles and the skinny, stick pretzels for stems. Or make them into Christmas ornaments- sprinkle them in red, green, white, etc and use those 'twizzlers peel and pull candy' to create a hook. Lots of possibilities!
I started by using a box mix of yellow cake. Then added a few 'secret ingredients'-- a splash of vanilla extract and an extra egg. The cupcake liners are from Wilton, they came in solid black and orange.
After cooling, I covered them in cream cheese icing and then rolled the 'wet' icing in a bowl of sprinkles. It took me two jars of the Wilton sprinkles- the 3.25 oz size. It was the perfect amount to cover 40 cupcakes. Then I used a toothpick to make a 'ditch' for the icing. This extra orange icing gave some detail to the pumpkins.
I finished them off with pretzel stems (broken in half) and a green icing swirl. They were yummy and cute!
Next up, the party hat.
I found a great template for creating one out of scrapbook paper on Jones Design Company. You can print it here. Then I added some ruffled fabric, ribbons, and a few embellishments from my scrap-booking days. Finally I hot glued an elastic strap to the bottom. You could create these for each party guest, or just make a 'fancy' one for the birthday girl/boy.
The last craft I wanted to show you is a 'no-sew' runner.
I found this polka dot fabric on sale at Hobby Lobby. So I bought two yards and cut it in half length ways. Then I used pinking shears to finish the edges. Voila! A fast, easy runner for any party.
I hope our "Lil Pumpkin" inspires you this season. A few hand-made crafts always add a special touch!
-Home Stories A to Z
-Tatertots and Jello
-Serenity Now
-Under the Table Dreaming
-The Creative Paige
-Not So Simple Housewife
10/12/11
Pumpkin Party
Our precious little Maisy just turned two. I love this age, so much personality and spirit! We decided to do a "Pumpkin" party for our lil pumpkin.
I got her adorable outfit from Oopsy Daisy Baby. It was perfect for our theme and she loved twirling around in the fancy pettiskirt.
I created the invitations using supplies I had at home- ribbon, paper, hot glue.
I created a word document with Maisy's photo and the party info and printed it on white paper. Then I used brown paper notecards and cut them in half. I used pinking shears to 'fancy up' the edges.
Next, I punched two holes at the top to thread orange ribbon through. A bit of glue was used to attach the white paper and to secure the ends of the ribbon.
The big occasion was held at Hall's Pumpkin Farm. The party package at the farm included tickets to a huge corn maze, farm animals, a hayride, and a pumpkin for each kiddo to take home as a party favor. Plus there was lots of room to move and great decor for photos.
The kids had a blast running around- they played on the 'hay house', rode tractors, and climbed all over the playground.
Our hayride took us on a tour of the farm. We stopped to feed the cows and donkeys. Did you know they like bread?
After the hayride, we enjoyed a picnic lunch with family and friends. We served Maisy's favorite foods- fruit, chick-fil-a nuggets, and chips.
Finally the party wrapped up with cupcakes. Maisy has a huge sweet tooth- so this was the moment she had been waiting for.
The party was made even better because we were able to celebrate with all the special people in Maisy's life. We feel so blessed to be surrounded by so much love and support.
Happy Birthday sweet Maisy Lou!
Click here for the details on those delicious pumpkin cupcakes and a few other fun crafts you can create for "pumpkin season".
Linking up here:
-Home Stories A to Z
-Tatertots and Jello
-Serenity Now
-Under the Table Dreaming
-The Creative Paige
-Not So Simple Housewife
-The ArtsyGirl Connection
I got her adorable outfit from Oopsy Daisy Baby. It was perfect for our theme and she loved twirling around in the fancy pettiskirt.
I created the invitations using supplies I had at home- ribbon, paper, hot glue.
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Next, I punched two holes at the top to thread orange ribbon through. A bit of glue was used to attach the white paper and to secure the ends of the ribbon.
The big occasion was held at Hall's Pumpkin Farm. The party package at the farm included tickets to a huge corn maze, farm animals, a hayride, and a pumpkin for each kiddo to take home as a party favor. Plus there was lots of room to move and great decor for photos.
The kids had a blast running around- they played on the 'hay house', rode tractors, and climbed all over the playground.
Our hayride took us on a tour of the farm. We stopped to feed the cows and donkeys. Did you know they like bread?
After the hayride, we enjoyed a picnic lunch with family and friends. We served Maisy's favorite foods- fruit, chick-fil-a nuggets, and chips.
Finally the party wrapped up with cupcakes. Maisy has a huge sweet tooth- so this was the moment she had been waiting for.
The party was made even better because we were able to celebrate with all the special people in Maisy's life. We feel so blessed to be surrounded by so much love and support.
Happy Birthday sweet Maisy Lou!
Click here for the details on those delicious pumpkin cupcakes and a few other fun crafts you can create for "pumpkin season".
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-Home Stories A to Z
-Tatertots and Jello
-Serenity Now
-Under the Table Dreaming
-The Creative Paige
-Not So Simple Housewife
-The ArtsyGirl Connection
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