Mmmm, Cotton Candy!

Who doesn't love cotton candy? Especially when it's warm and fresh from spinning! When I was younger I'd eat it so much it's a wonder I have ANY teeth left!! I'm gonna see if I can talk my Congressman into declaring my birthday 'National Cotton Candy Day'! You can thank me later...


♥ Cotton Candy Heart Onesie ($10.50)- www.makenabrielle.etsy.com



♥ Pink Angora Booties ($50.00)- www.yomybooties.com



♥ Sweet As Candy Jumble Ball ($18.00)- www.woodponddesgns.etsy.com



♥ Cotton Candy Cupcakes- www.nm.com

♥ Lead picture- www.candyaddict.com

'Ice Cream' Baby Shower...

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I don't know about you, but I certainly scream for ice cream! We've all heard of the 'pickles and ice cream' shower, but what about a straight-forward ice cream shower, complete with a sundae bar? How CUTE is that??

Aren't these ice cream cupcakes by Hello Naomi absolutely adorable? I thought so, too!

You could set the tone with these charming ice cream cone invitations. This little Zazzle boutique has an assortment of matching stickers, stamps and note cards as well.

There are lots of cute ice cream shaped vases out there, and placing flowers in them gives your party a dainty look and feel.

Setting up a sundae bar for your guests is made simple with this idea from Country Living. Just premake your ice cream cones, dip them in melted white chocolate and chocolate, then roll them around in coconut flakes, nuts, sprinkles etc. Saves you a lot of hassle on the big day, too.

Your guests will drool (I sure did) for these for these sweet enough to eat Neapolitan Popsicle soaps from Soapy Love. They'd make for some cute favors!

Or opt for these heart-shaped ice cream scoops found here.

Go ahead and treat yourself; you deserve it!

Pink & Orange Baby Shower

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When planning a baby shower for my clients, sometimes it can be challenging to find baby-themed products because of the "not-so-babyish" bold colors I like to use. However, being that there are many mod-mom and contemporary themed shower goodies out there today, don't be afraid to think outside of the box and spice things up a bit! Why?? Because you're one hot mama!!

For invites look for simple and to-the-point designs in order to keep them from being too busy- the color will be eye-catching enough!

The table setting could consist of white table linens and chairs (or chair covers) with a splash of color for the napkins and holders, or even vice-versa; the contrast will compliment one another well. A few bouquets of fresh flowers are always key in decorating as it adds an elegant touch without breaking your wallet, and during this time of the year the colors should be easy to find.

For the menu, go with grilled chicken sandwiches on kaiser rolls, coleslaw or fresh pasta salad, and chocolate-covered strawberries and oranges. Raspberry lemonade with slices of lemons served in glass pitchers will also lend to the theme. The ooh's and aahh's you'll receive will be endless!!

♥ Pink and orange vellum candy boxes- ($15.00) soinviting.etsy.com
♥ Princess Banner ($15.00)- ameliamaepapergoods.etsy.com
♥ Pom Pom set- ($30.00)- pomlove.etsy.com

Pink Baby Shower

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Spring is in the air, and that can only mean one thing- it's baby shower season!!
Consider having a pink-themed shower (I love themes) for a unique celebration. Why, you ask? Because it's adorable, that's why!

For invites you could go with a sweet pink design to set the tone. Use fresh flowers bouquets and pink and red tea lights to add a delicate touch to the decor. For the menu, serve finger sandwiches, a fruit spread and pink lemonade with fresh strawberry slices . In lieu of a cake, try a cupcake tower (which also makes a gorgeous centerpiece), or a mouth-watering strawberry cheesecake instead. For favors, go with pink and red jellybeans, or fill these paper cake boxes with candy-covered almonds, mints, or pastel M&M's. Your guests will love you forever-more!

invitations: tomkatstudio.etsy.com
paper cake-box: daisysanddots.etsy.com