birthday party invitations

  Surtex was... as it always is... a blur... Gone in a flash. It's a few days during which I turn into an extravert and meet a lot of wonderful people. This year didn't disappoint. I've been home for almost a week... but I still feel like walking downstairs to grab a taxi to Javits Ceter. Anyway... the introverted creative life goes on. Here are a few pictures from the show:). • Anais (my youngest daughter) came with me. Standing in front of Lilla Rogers Studio banner that was placed right at the entrance to the show. • My lovely agent Susan McCabe - the best!  • Flora Waycott, me, Sarah Walsh & Carolyn Gavin

Last blog post before I leave to New York for this years Surtex. I'm very exited to see all my favourite creative faces and, of course... New York!

Feeling thankful:)!

Grandma's Houses are always full of interesting things...

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Wayfair, but my opinions and commentary are entirely my own.   It's finally warm enough to start dreaming about ways to spruce up the patio. My patio is begging for some new patio furniture and nautical accessories. Wayfair is the perfect place to start your search. Here are a few ideas on my patio dream wish list this summer... I love the chic and coastal vibe of this patio sectional set. The navy cushions with white piping are totally classic and timeless. Lawson Sectional with Cushions Regular Price: $1,619.00 See More Patio Sofas & Loveseats >> My dream patio also includes a huge pergola, perfect for entertaining and hosting late night dinners underneath the stars and twinkling lights. Sonoma 12 Ft. W x 16 Ft. D Pergola Regular Price: $4,084.10 See More All Pergolas >> A classic stone fire pit would be the perfect addition to my patio for nights when we want to sit around the fire roasting s'more...

Surtex is getting closer and closer. I'm very exited to see all my favourite creative people and meet some new ones! Come see me at booth 517.

I hope it's all coming up roses:)!

I'm working on another fun project for Psikhouvanjou at the moment... Of course, I can't show you what it is until it's ready for the shop. But, I can show you this new poster I did for Psikhouvanjou a little while ago:). Everything is coming up lion!!

My 7 year old son loves everything science related and requested a science theme birthday party this year. I knew his idea of fun would be experiments that were hands-on, bubbly, and explosive. I researched far and wide to find the perfect science experiments, lab accessories, and party favors and am happy to share all my resources with you to help create your own at-home science party. Party Colors: Orange, green and blue with chalkboard accents Dessert Table Highlights:  Homemade Science sugar cookies, cupcakes with fondant hexagon toppers, Candybobs, and jello served in Petri dishes.  Science Activities: Build a fizz inflator, UV Beads, Bubbling lava lamp test tubes, elephant toothpaste, and a coke and mentos geyser finale.  Party Favors: Safety goggles, nerdy glasses, crazy straws, candy bobs, and test tube bubbles.  The dessert table included raspberry jello in Petri dishes with sprinkles on top to look like we were creating an agar plate. The dish was inoculat...