Earth Day Birthday Party

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Jae of Five Whimsy Lane is my girl crush. Her design style is so fresh and whimsical, her attention to detail is impeccable, and the girl can capture a Kodak moment like no other. So, obviously, anytime she reaches out and asks me to collaborate with her on a project, the answer is a resounding HECK YES!

This Earth Day Birthday Party that I’m sharing with you today is a party that Jae styled for her friends’ little girl, featuring Earth Day Party Printables that I designed to go along with it.

I have no doubt that by the time you get to the end of this post, you’re gonna love Jae as much as I do…and you’re gonna want to be throwing your littles a party for the planet. ;)

We set the stage for the celebration with whimsical Earth Day Birthday Invitations. These adorable, double-sided invites measure 5”x7” and are available as either printable files or professionally printed physical invitations, whichever works best for you. I take care of all of the personalization for you, creating a frustration-free process and leaving you time to focus on the fun parts of planning your celebration.

Earth Day Scavenger Hunt Activity

Earth Day Scavenger Hunt - Jen T by Design
Earth Day Scavenger Hunt

Jae kicked off the fun at the party with an Earth Day Scavenger Hunt.

She fully embraced the “Reuse, Reduce, Recycle” concept by using paper/recyclable materials to create the cutest little DIY binoculars for the hunt. She painted strawberry containers for the kiddos to tuck their treasures inside, then added natural elements to customize a container for each child.

Earth Day Scavenger Hunt Cards that I designed were mounted onto cardboard “clipboards,” then given to the kiddos along with wood bark pencils, the binoculars and containers for the hunt. The kids had so much fun exploring nature and gathering goodies!

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Plant a Seed and Watch it Grow

Earth Day Birthday Party

Next up, it was time to get down and dirty! The kiddos gave the gift of new life to the planet by planting seeds for the future. Jae set up a planting station with dirt, garden trowels, water, biodegradable berry baskets and wildflower seeds. The seeds were nestled inside mini kraft paper bags and labeled with coordinating party tags that I designed for the occasion. Such a cute station setup and a really fun hands-on learning activity for the kids!

Feed the Birds

An oldie but goodie, making DIY Bird Feeders out of cardboard tubes is a great way to give back to the planet. The kids love spreading peanut butter on the tubes and rolling them in bird seed, but the most rewarding thing is watching the birds feed off of them. Such a cool experience that makes the kids feel so proud!

Feed the Kids

After all of the fun activities, the kids had really worked up an appetite! Jae created a fun spread of nature-related snacks for them to enjoy. How cute are those celery and apple snails?!!

Earth Day Cookies made by Creative Little Cookie and cupcakes topped with Earth Day Cupcake Toppers were the perfect birthday treat!

With full, happy bellies, it was time for the party to come to a close. The little tree huggers did a celebratory dance around a tree, then were presented with printable Earth Day Certificates for being such great caretakers of the Earth.

Jae sent the kids home with Earth Day-themed goodies tucked inside Kraft paper gift bags that she embellished with paper flowers and Personalized Earth Day Birthday Favor Tags.

Isn’t this just the cutest Earth Day Party you’ve ever seen?

Big thanks to Jae for allowing me to play a part in this adorable celebration. It’s always so much fun to see my designs come to life in her parties!

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Jae’s Earth Day Party was so amazing that it was featured in the Spring 2018 issue of Mingle Magazine! If you’d like to have a print copy, you can order one here.

If you like these ideas, please "Like," "Pin," "Share" or "Tweet!"  Or, you can just shout it from the rooftops, if that's your thing.  Thanks bunches!!!  :) 

Create a Pretty Patriotic Tablescape

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Create a Pretty Patriotic Tablescape

It’s no secret that I’m a sucker for a pretty table. I just love making it look nice and creating a special seat for everyone!

Last week I shared ideas for a Patriotic Porch Party and got quite a few comments about the tablescape.

I thought it might be helpful to share a mood board with some similar items so that you could easily recreate the look for your own patriotic celebration.

All of the items shown in the mood board are available via Amazon Prime, so even if you’re late to the game and are just starting to plan, you can still get these goodies…in some cases, the very next day after you order. Gotta love Amazon!

Take a peek below at a few pics from the porch party, then follow the links to similar items on Amazon so you can shop the look!

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Patriotic Porch Party

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Patriotic Porch Party

It’s summertime, and the sippin’ is easy!

Front porch sitting and sipping on some cold drinks in the summer is one of my favorite things to do! So when the 4th of July rolls around, I’m all about giving the porch a little patriotic glow-up and spending some quality holiday time out there with our friends and fam.

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Christmas Memory-Making Paper Chain Activity Advent Calendar

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Christmas Memory-Making Paper Chain Activity Advent Calendar

Do you remember the paper chain advent calendars that we used to make as kids to countdown the days until Christmas? Well, this Memory-Making Activity Advent Calendar was inspired by that concept, but with a really special twist!

Consider this a modern version of the vintage classic, with the paper chain links representing magical memories to be created with your kids throughout the holiday season.

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You've Been BREWED! A Fun Twist on the "You've Been Booed" Craze!

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You've Been BREWED! A Fun Twist on the "You've Been Booed" Craze!

Move over, “You’ve Been Booed,” there’s a new craze in town…

…You’ve Been Brewed!

I came across this “Scream and Sugar” coffee when I was in TJ Maxx one day and I instantly thought it would make a cool Halloween gift. A little stroll down the Halloween aisle led to the “Basic Witch” mug and some cute witch napkins, resulting in the perfect little gift idea for my best witches!

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"Too Cute to Spook" Kids Halloween Party

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"Too Cute to Spook" Kids Halloween Party

Halloween is such an exciting holiday for little ghouls and goblins! Visits to the pumpkin patch, carving pumpkins, dressing up in costumes, candy…there’s so much fun to be had!

Halloween can be a little scary, though, especially for the younger kiddos. I recently styled a “Too Cute to Spook” Party for Oriental Trading Company that celebrates all of the spooktacular things that Halloween has to offer…minus the fright. It’s the perfect celebration for all of the little ones that are too cute to spook!

I created this super cute kids Halloween party invitation for our “spookless” soiree, and it’s available as a free download that you can use, too!

The printable invitation can be customized with your own party details prior to printing; simply download the invite, click in the text boxes to enter your info, save to your computer, then print! So easy and so very cute!

Download the free “Too Cute to Spook” Kids Halloween Party Invitations here.

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4th of July Ideas with Patriotic Printables

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4th of July Ideas with Patriotic Printables

Whether you’re celebrating Independence Day with a big bash, a small backyard BBQ or you just want to add a patriotic pop of fun to your decor, these 4th of July Ideas with Patriotic Printables are a super easy way to add some flair to your fourth!

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4th of July Hostess Gift Ideas

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4th of July Hostess Gift Ideas

Hostess gifts never go out of style. I can’t name one single hostess who would ever say “I’m so mad that you brought me a nice little something to thank me for having you over, cleaning my house like a mad woman and cooking my butt off all day for you.” In fact, after all the work the hostess has put into making your visit special, a little gift of appreciation is actually very welcome. (Take it from a girl who’s almost always the hostess)!

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Printable "You've Been Booed!" Halloween Signs

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Printable "You've Been Booed!" Halloween Signs

Have you ever been “booed?” Booing is basically a pay-it-forward kind of game where you put together a little bundle of goodies for your friends, then you place them on their doorstep, ring the doorbell, and run away without getting caught. It’s sort of modern Halloween version of Ding, Dong, Ditch!

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Monster Mingle: A Fun Monster Halloween Party Idea

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Monster Mingle: A Fun Monster Halloween Party Idea

Halloween is definitely looking different this year, but we’re determined not to let the most spooktacular holiday of the year lose it’s luster! With social distancing in mind, I teamed up with Oriental Trading to create a Halloween Monster Party Idea that can be set up as either an intimate celebration for your kiddos, a Trick-or-Treat Dinner Party, or a low-contact trick-or-treat stop in your driveway. We named this fun fête a Monster Mingle, and we think that your little ghouls and goblins are going to love it!


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DIY Monster Halloween Costumes for Babies and Kids Using Your Cricut Machine

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DIY Monster Halloween Costumes for Babies and Kids Using Your Cricut Machine

I don’t know about you, but finding the perfect costume can be a real struggle! The process usually ends up involving some form of DIY project because I can never find exactly what I’m looking for. That’s what happened for the Halloween Monster Mingle that I recently hosted for Oriental Trading Company.

I wanted everyone to be dressed in their “monstrous” best, but none of the costumes that I found were striking my fancy. So, as I tend to do, I pulled out my Cricut machine and started crafting up some designs. About an hour and a half later, a few solid tees and a solid baby romper were transformed into some super cute DIY Monster Halloween Costumes! Take a peek below to see how you can recreate these monstrously adorable costumes for your own little ghouls and goblins!

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Socially Distanced Tailgate Party

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Socially Distanced Tailgate Party

Football season definitely looks different this year, but that doesn’t mean that we have to miss out on all the tailgating fun! A Socially Distanced Tailgate Party is an awesome way to still celebrate the season on a smaller scale. All you need are a few of your closest friends or family, some of your favorite game day snacks, and an outdoor space for hanging out.

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5 Simple New Mom Gift Ideas using the Cricut Joy

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5 Simple New Mom Gift Ideas using the Cricut Joy

Just in case you’re one of the few people who hasn’t heard me shouting it from the rooftops, we have a grandbaby on the way!!! Our daughter got married last year and is pregnant with our very first grand little and we couldn’t be more excited!

With her due date fast approaching, and with Mother’s Day right around the corner, I wanted to give my “soon-to-be-mama” baby girl something special to celebrate this incredible time in her life. You know I’m all about personal touches, so it will come as no surprise to you that I chose to “Cricut up” some custom goodies for her. What might surprise you, however, is what I used to do it!

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Our Top Cricut Maker Projects

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Our Top Cricut Maker Projects

If you’ve followed me for any period of time, it will come as no surprise to you that the Cricut Maker is my most favorite crafting tool that I own. It has helped me bring to life countless ideas, it’s helped me create custom, gorgeous, dream weddings for two of our kiddos, and it’s unveiled so many creative possibilities that I could only dream of before!

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DIY Sassy Little Lassie Shirt

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DIY Sassy Little Lassie Shirt

Your little girl will be the cutest clover in the patch when she sports this adorable DIY Sassy Little Lassie St. Patrick’s Day Shirt! Whether you’re heading to a St. Paddy’s Day celebration or just want your little one to show off her sassy spirit, this shamrock shirt is just too cute to resist. We created it for a St. Paddy’s Day Shenanigans Party and it was the perfect attire! Take a peek below for step-by-step instructions for creating one of your own.

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Galentine's Day Gift Idea

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Galentine's Day Gift Idea

Do you have a friend that’s always there for you when you need her, or a gal pal that might need a little pick-me-up this Valentine’s Day? Why not show her a little love and surprise her with this cute Galentine’s Day gift idea!

All you need to whip this gift together is an insulated bottle, our free printable Valentine’s Day tags and about 15 minutes to cut and apply some vinyl that you probably already have on hand. Easy peasy, affordable, and so cute! Get the quick “how to” below.

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Valentine's Day Classroom Gifts You Can Make with Your Cricut Machine

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Valentine's Day Classroom Gifts You Can Make with Your Cricut Machine

I’m a lover by nature, so anything Valentine’s Day related gives me all the happy feels. :)

What breaks my heart, however, is that we parents spend an outrageous amount of cash on classroom Valentines that just get a quick glance and then end up in the trash can. What a waste, right?

I decided that I wanted to come up with some Valentine’s Day Classroom Gifts that would actually be useful and might stick around for a while. So, I pulled out my Cricut Explore Air 2 and created some interactive Valentines that the kiddos can actually use…and they turned out pretty darn cute!

Take a peek below for two easy Valentine’s Day DIY Gifts that the kids will love!

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DIY Super Bowl Shirt with Cricut

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DIY Super Bowl Shirt with Cricut

Football game? What football game? When it comes to the Super Bowl, I am there for the snacks, y’all! Man, how I love football food! Warm + gooey dips, sticky chicken wings, savory sliders, super soft pretzels with cheese sauce…yum, yum, YUM! And it’s always greatly appreciated if everyone could keep quiet when the awesome commercials come on…please and thanks.

Anyone else feel the same? If so, this DIY Super Bowl Shirt is for you! You can make this baby for sooooo much less than a fancy football team jersey will cost ya, and you can wear it year after year, no matter what teams made it to the big game. That’s a win, if you ask me! Scroll down to learn how to make this shirt in a jiffy using your Cricut machine.

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Make a State Pride Hat Using Cricut and the EasyPress Mini

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Make a State Pride Hat Using Cricut and the EasyPress Mini

Baseball hats are basically part of my every day attire. Chances are, if you see me out and about running errands or if you pop by my house on any given day, you’ll catch me wearing a hat.

I’ve really been digging the State Pride Hat trend lately, but I haven’t been able to find a Virginia one that I love.

I thought about making my own with my Cricut machine and EasyPress, but because the front of the hat doesn’t lay flat, ironing the vinyl onto the hat with the EasyPress wasn’t really going to work well.

Then, almost like they were reading my mind, Cricut announced that they were releasing an EasyPress Mini!

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How to Create Wedding Invitation Sleeves Using the Cricut Maker

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How to Create Wedding Invitation Sleeves Using the Cricut Maker

The thing I love most about weddings is seeing how the bride and groom’s personalities and interests get infused into the wedding decor. It’s so cool to see all of the different styles and decorating ideas customized to fit the couple, don’t you think?

If you’ve been following along with me at all, either here on the blog or on social media, you know that we had two of our kiddos get married within 7 months of each other over the past year. It’s been a whirlwind year to say the least!

We used the heck out of both my Cricut Explore and my Cricut Maker to create absolutely perfect wedding decor for each kiddo’s special day…customized to fit each of their personalities. It’s those little, customized details that make the celebration so special!

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