Kim Byers
The Celebration Shoppe
I’m planning a major baking session this weekend and was scouting around for inspiration when I came across this pop star guitar cake from Family Fun Magazine. (They give the original idea credit to Christina K. of Fort Worth, TX; Great idea Christina!) This is simply too cool if your birthday kid is into Rock n’Roll or …
On our NBC Daytime Columbus craft segment last week we made {so sweet} baby bird nest cupcakes and candy paper cone favors. Both are so easy to make. They are a perfect touch for a baby shower or spring party. Such a beautiful way to symbolize spring and the start of new life. If you didn’t …
These little cuties were on the back of my M&M’s bag. {wink} Here’s what you’ll need: 2 bags M&M’S® Peanut Chocolate Candies for Easter 1 18.25-oz. box yellow cake mix 1 16-oz. can vanilla frosting Green and yellow food coloring Black licorice laces 3 12-cup mini cupcake pans 36 mini paper cupcake liners Resealable plastic …
This morning on Daytime Columbus with Gail Hogan I shared how to make these “oh so cute” baby bird nest cupcakes. These are perfect for a baby shower or any spring celebration, maybe an Easter brunch. Here’s what you’ll need to embellish your cupcakes: 1 can cream cheese or vanilla icing Coconut Robin egg candies or …
This morning on NBC’s Daytime Columbus I’ll be demonstrating how to make these beautiful baby shower favors. Here’s what you’ll need to get started: Lipped serving tray 2″ Styrofoam board cut to fit 2 gift wrap tissue paper sheets Gift wrap shredded paper (available in bags) Lollipop sticks Ruler Crafters glue 6″ squares of card …
Do-it-yourself peapod baby shower (see our peapod invitations and décor) favor ideas can be hard to come by. Trust me, I looked and didn’t find much that was all that cute. So, I came up with my own. What guests wouldn’t love to baby themselves with some wonderful smelling candles or soaps. You’ll need: Mint …
Here’s a unique twist on the traditional cupcake for your next baby shower (invites and decor). I love how simple these are to make and how easily you can adapt the design to any color scheme. Here’s what you’ll need: Cake mix and required ingredients 24 cupcake tins White or cream cheese frosting Decorating icings, …
I know how tough it is to simply get around to purchasing the gift for an upcoming birthday party, much less finding the time to wrap it. But if you can muster the energy, you can add a lot of fun to your gift with only a few minutes of effort. Most craft stores have …
Here’s a twist on pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey, pin-the-jewel-on-the-crown. Here’s what you need: 1 yard brown or gold wrapping paper Jewel tone craft paper or construction paper Blind fold Double sided tape Prizes And here are the simple steps: Cut a crown shape out of the wrapping paper. Cut shapes (diamonds, octagons, circles) out of the jewel tone …
Whether the host of a baby shower or the mom-to-be, you want to thank your guests for coming and for the thoughtful gifts they are sure to bring with them. With that in mind I simply love the idea of “going green.” Not only are these physically green {wink}, but they are a wonderful “green” …
