I am so excited to be joining the What’s Up Families blogging team, and I look forward to dishing about one of my favourite subjects: parties! Next to my small family, food and parties are two of my biggest passions. I’ve been an event planner for four years, and have organized everything from at-home dinners for two, to weddings for 100. But my very favourite parties to put together are the ones I host for … [Read more...]
These sweet yet spooky decorations make great candy holders for Halloween. Here are simply directions for creating your own. Supplies: • Paper and pencil • Scissors • Glass jar • Black paint and paint brush • Black glass paint Instructions: 1. Wash and dry your glass jar. Paint the lid black and set it aside to dry. 2. While the lid is … [Read more...]
Dress-up parties just might be one of the very best parts of Halloween. Most children excitedly anticipate the season in which they can adorn their bodies in outfits and faces in make-up, and play the part of their favourite costumed character. Whether you’re planning to host a fête this year, or simply attend, we have plenty of options to assist you with your magical masquerade event. 1. Determine your guest list: Decide if it’s for … [Read more...]
If you’re looking for a fun way to get creative with your kids this fall while sprucing up your home décor at the same time, try these unique yarn bowls. Perfect for holding items on your Thanksgiving table, Elmer’s product manager Alicia Buter says they can be colour coordinated to match your existing décor or spiced up with autumn colours. Materials: One roll of yarn in each colour you’d like to incorporate, Elmer’s … [Read more...]
The de rigueur fruit cup on every breakfast plate or convenience lunch is old news. Filled with nothing but oversize chunks of melon, the odd grape, and a mushy strawberry the fruit cup is enough to turn anyone off fruit salad. Don’t despair. I’ve got a few ideas to bring you back to fruit salad, right when the season just begs us to eat nothing but fruit for dinner. Or, if you are my husband, fruit salad with … [Read more...]
I get it, we’re busy folks these days. But there is more to party food than what comes on a black plastic tray.Here are some suggestions for making the most of your time, and your shopping to come up with some homemade treats for your next party. Lose the Tray Even if you do need to buy your veggies, fruits, or cheeses at the grocery store, take a few minutes to up the presentation factor. Thread fruit onto … [Read more...]
My oldest son was born in April, and as the only non-January birthday in our four person family, we eagerly embrace the opportunity to host an outdoor party for him, provided the weather cooperates. Thankfully it usually does, and the kids couldn’t be happier to hang outside for two hours, running through obstacle courses, playing in the dirt, and catching a few tossed balls. Spring is one of the easiest seasons in which to plan a birthday … [Read more...]
What a year it was for parties! From Valentines Day to Halloween, and everything in between (Royal Wedding, I’m looking at you), there seemed to be something to celebrate at every turn. Themes ranged from simple at-home affairs to extravagant festivities, and children’s birthday parties were certainly no exception with costs reaching up to $6000 for a single soiree. I’m personally on a mission to bring back the home-based birthday … [Read more...]
Let kids be part of your New Year’s celebrations with personalized noise makers When planning New Year’s Eve parties, you don’t want to forget about the kids. Bring them into the celebration and ring in the New Year with a bang with crafty New Year’s Eve noise makers. Alicia Buter, product manager for Elmer’s Canada says these crafts are fun and easy to make using recycled bottles you’re likely to have at home. … [Read more...]
When preparing for your New Year celebrations, don’t forget a fancy hat. Alicia Buter, product manager at Elmer’s Canada says that fun family crafts are the perfect way to help you ring in the New Year. These do-it-yourself hats can reflect your personality by being jazzed up with all sorts of goodies from your craft cupboard. Chenille, feathers, pom poms, foam and glitter stickers as well as glue are all perfect … [Read more...]
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