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Lil’ Bug Baby Shower Cupcakes

With Free Printable Cupcake Wrappers!

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(Used in this project: Collar Labels, Circle Tags, Round Coasters and Free Printable Cupcake Wrappers in Lil' Bug style.) Life can get busy with family, friends, work, community all vying for time. Nevertheless, when a little person enters the world, it's a good time to slow down and celebrate his arrival. The ceremony will be lost on the new babe, but the joy and happiness that surrounds the family and friends is that certain kind of special that can breathe new energy into days that pass … [Read more...]

Homemade Guacamole

For Cinco de Mayo!

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(Used in this project: Circle Labels and Scallop Tags in Party style.) Homemade guacamole is one of my all-time favorite snack foods. It’s super simple to make at home, and it’s delicious served plain with tortilla chips or over Mexican food. This year, I’ll be making a double batch, and jarring it up for my Cinco de Mayo party. I want my guests to have some to take home for the end of the night. Homemade Guacamole • 3 Haas avocados, halved, seeded and peeled • ½ medium … [Read more...]

Mother’s Day Cheer

Mom's Chocolate Cake Mix

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(Used in this project: Large Photo Labels and Text Labels in Cherish Hearts style with Paper Tin-Tie Bags.) This year, I am celebrating my mom and the special talents she shares with others, by making this chocolate cake mix recipe that she used to love to make. When I first learned to bake, this was the cake my mom taught me. My brothers and I loved it, and I am certain mom and dad did too, because we had it all the time! I never got tired of it. When I grew up, I made it for my children … [Read more...]

Easter Ideas & Brunch Recipes

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Sources left to right: Easter Favor Baskets (My Own Ideas), Mini Easter Terrariums (My Own Ideas), Egg Planters (Emporio74), Sugar Cookies (source unknown), DIY Doily Easter Baskets (My Own Ideas), Daffodil Centerpiece (My Own Ideas), Daffodil Candy Cups (Martha Stewart) Easter Gift Ideas: Easter Basket Favors Handmade Doily Baskets Easter Egg Cookies Mini Easter Terrariums Easter Brunch Recipes: Yogurt Berry Clusters Baked Doughnuts Bacon … [Read more...]

Special Occasion Coaster Ideas

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By now it should come as no surprise that our coasters are new and improved. Extra-thick and completely customizable with different styles and colors, My Own Labels coasters are sure to hold up in any situation but also create a wow factor at the same time. It's the little details that count so I've assembled five of our favorite coaster ideas for adding personalized touches to your next gathering, celebration or simple gift. 1. Birthday Celebrations Surprise a friend or family member for … [Read more...]

Orangesicle Cupcakes

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I’ve been really excited to try this recipe from the moment I found it. It’s the perfect treat to celebrate my Dad’s birthday, orangesicles are his favorite! Recipe adapted from I Heart Cuppycakes. Filling: • One Box Vanilla/French Vanilla Instant Pudding Mix • 1 1/2 Cups Heavy Whipping Cream • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract • 1 Gallon Sandwich Bag I begin with this part of the recipe because I like to allow the pudding to set for as long as possible. Add the ingredients … [Read more...]

Dirt Cup Desserts

A bug-themed birthday treat

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I'm excited to introduce to you our newest style Lil' Bug! This is our first ever just-for-kids design and it is just adorable. What I love about Lil Bug is that it's bright and colorful and perfect for bug-themed birthday parties and baby showers. Today I'd like to share with you a classic bug-themed treat, homemade Dirt Cups in a jar. This is a simple recipe that is fun to put together and makes a great activity to do with a child. Dirt Cups Makes 10 servings • 1 package Jell-o … [Read more...]

Wedding Inspiration: Summer Garden (Lilac)

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Sources left to right: Wedding Invite (My Wedding Labels), Wedding Cake (Style Me Pretty), Bouquet (BouquetWeddingFlower), Wedding Favors (My Wedding Labels), Bridesmaids (Ruffled Blog), Wildflower Centerpiece (LovelieGreenie), Cupcakes (Charlotte Geary) Shop the Summer Garden Collection • Save-the-Date Cards • Wedding Invitations • Response Cards • Enclosure Cards • Thank You Cards • Wedding Place Cards • Wedding Labels • Wedding Favor Tags • Wedding … [Read more...]

Wedding Inspiration: Riva

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Sources clockwise: Wedding Invitation (My Wedding Labels), Wedding Favor Tags (My Wedding Labels), Chevron Cake (A Wedding Cake Blog), Bride's Bouquet (Jesi Haak), Wedding Gown (Le Fru Fru), Reception Table (Jesi Haak), Pink Balloons (Crush Culdesac) Shop the Riva Collection • Save-the-Date Cards • Wedding Invitations • Response Cards • Enclosure Cards • Thank You Cards • Wedding Place Cards • Wedding Labels • Wedding Favor Tags • Wedding Coasters More Wedding … [Read more...]

Strawberry Jam

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It's hard to beat the taste of homemade strawberry jam that's spread on soft, fresh French bread. The sweet flavor conjures up images of summer; the porch swing keeping time with the summer breeze and bird songs. This jam is easy to make, most fun when done with a friend, and works well with fresh or frozen strawberries. Give in to summer urges. Indulge in something homemade to share with your loved ones. Give these little jars of treasure away now or same them for holiday or hostess gifts. … [Read more...]