There’s a strange thing that happens when your kid starts school. Anytime you find yourself in the vicinity of a school-related person/building/event, you cease to be “You,” and instead become “Your Kid’s Mom.” This was true for me from the very first time we set foot in my daughter Eva’s school, and to be honest,… Continue reading Mom Talk: Eva’s Mom
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Easy Do-it-Yourself Scrapbooking at Christmas
I’ll admit it: I’m an only child and my family isn’t “big” into Christmas. Sure, we get together every year on Christmas Day, but that’s about it. We don’t get too crazy about gifts; we just get together for a few hours and have a nice dinner, then give gifts in our limited gift-giving ceremony.… Continue reading Easy Do-it-Yourself Scrapbooking at Christmas
Holiday Cookie Exchange
With the holidays fast-approaching, you are probably already feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of stuff to do. For many, this tradition-rich time of year is easily the best time of year—steeped with memories of cozy days and nights spent with loved ones. One beloved tradition in many families is baking cookies, but this can easily become an… Continue reading Holiday Cookie Exchange
A Baby Changes Everything
During this busy time of year our thoughts often turn to the typical sights and sounds of the season – carolers and cookies, bells and bows, sleigh rides and Silent Night. Here at the Big Dot of Happiness, we have discovered that our customers are usually so occupied with their holiday preparations that any plans… Continue reading A Baby Changes Everything
Baby Shower Favor Idea: Decorate wrapped banana bread loaves with our monkey themes!
A customer called in the other day looking for a creative way to incorporate our Monkey Boy baby shower theme into her favors. She wanted to send her guests home with a unique gift that would demonstrate her appreciation for their attendance yet incorporate her theme perfectly. After discovering that she likes to bake, we… Continue reading Baby Shower Favor Idea: Decorate wrapped banana bread loaves with our monkey themes!
Did Someone Say “Birthday?????”
Everyone has one each year. If you are a little child, you really look forward to them. When you are 15, the next one is very important. What about if you’re a bit more mature? Then, you don’t necessarily want the next one to come. What I am talking about? Birthdays! My son, William, is… Continue reading Did Someone Say “Birthday?????”
Baby Shower Favor Idea: Decorate Baby Food Jars!
A customer called in the other day with a fabulously simple, yet wonderfully personal, baby shower favor idea: decorated baby food jars! Her plan was to wash a few empty baby food jars, fill them with colorful candies, tie some pretty ribbon around the cap, then top it all off with a personalized sticker label.… Continue reading Baby Shower Favor Idea: Decorate Baby Food Jars!
New Baby Shower Theme – Under The Sea Critters!
I absolutely love the Under The Sea Critters design by Big Dot of Happiness! It’s always exciting for me to see Big Dot’s latest creations. And Under The Sea Critters baby shower theme is no exception! Let’s take a closer look, shall we? This cute theme features “a bright-eyed orange octopus, a grinning green sea… Continue reading New Baby Shower Theme – Under The Sea Critters!
Spread the Holiday Cheer to those far and near!
Make It: Apple Cinnamon Ornaments
Are you hosting a shower this holiday season? Wishing you had a perfect, memorable, seasonal favor to give to your guests? Look no further, I’ve got your answer here! These apple-cinnamon scented ornaments are beautiful, functional, and simple—your guests are sure to love them! Apple Cinnamon Ornaments These ornaments are extremely easy to make, but… Continue reading Make It: Apple Cinnamon Ornaments