No Place like Home

I adore this theme for a twist on a housewarming party. I think most people would agree that there really is no place like home.


the possibilities,
the color yellow is a must, incorporate it into your invitations
yellow floral arrangements all around the home and on your table scape
have kids? Let them dress up and break out your own ruby slippers
a rainbow array of sodas seem most fitting
don't forget dessert, these cupcakes on top of the witch are brilliant and how about animal crackers for the little munchkins (lions and tigers and bears...oh my)

I know I'm only skimming the surface here. However, one last thing I propose is drafting a map or blueprint of your new house. The reason being, guests will want the grand tour and although you are always the most gracious host, you might not be able to be the tour guide each and every time. So let them follow the yellow brick road (aka-that little map I told you about) and get acquainted with your new home on their own. Have fun with drafting the map and personalize it! Identify the rooms. You can label the kids play room "munchkin land" and if you have remodeled, add some before pictures, those are always fun to share. If you have plans to decorate, include your ideas or inspiration for those spaces. It is after all, a new home... share and ENJOY!

Images: Invitation via Invitation Consultants, Girls Dorothy Dress via Sew Dainty Boutique, Witch cupcakes via Kelly Sweet Rewards Rainbow of Sodas via Project Wedding, yellow brick road via Imprintables blog, Red Vintage Bow Shoes via Ruffled Blog, Yellow table via Once Wed.com

Fairys welcome

Peaceable Kingdom's fairy door
Originally uploaded by anikarenina
Cute fairy door found on flickr, thought I would share. I made one with the kids over a year ago and was considering installing one in our new place. There is great ideas here and check out these you can purchase over on Etsy. Gotta love Etsy...I wonder if anyone is making cute little door mats to match yet?

re-purposed

Have you seen this yet? I was in disbelief at first and then I kicked myself for not thinking about it before. Brilliant really.

How many times have you driven by one of these before? They are native to suburban neighborhoods and often found on curbs and alleys. You may have even come across the garden "yard sale variety".

See how they did it here along with the inspiration behind it.

image by Giggleberry Creations

A day on the farm

We went to the Underwood Family Farm in Moorpark last Sunday. I found their website online and thought it might be fun for the kids. By the way the website is fine and all but it does not do them Justice!!! That place is really great. There is so much for the kids to do; look at the different farm animals, feed them, pet them, go on Pony rides, ride on wagon tractors, ride on a mini train, even pick fresh fruit and vegetables from the fields. We did all of that except the picking part....not these city folks, rather take advantage of the great produce stand. YES THEY HAVE THAT TOO!!
So next time you are near Moorpark check them out. FYI They are suppose to have a great Harvest Fest.Oh' yeah and they do parties, you know me I had to ask. So if anyone in Moorpark feels like throwing a smashing little shindig on a farm, call me.