Kim Byers
The Celebration Shoppe
I know what you’re all thinking. It’s a little early to be talking about Halloween! Actually it’s not. For those of us in the stationery business we have to be way out in front of the upcoming holiday, and Halloween is what’s been on my brain now for weeks. I have to admit I’m getting …
When I was browsing the web to find just the right images to pull together yesterday’s back to school party post, I stumbled across Brooke at Cheeky Kitchen and Jaimee at Sophistimom, two talented women who are also moms and friends. I was instantly inspired by their posts about an end of summer picnic they had with their …
As we’re all gearing up for a fabulous long weekend, I thought I would share a few last minute ideas for desserts: American flag cupcakes– I dreamed these up last year for our July 4 family gathering. They were a huge hit, especially with the kids. Berry Lemon Cheesecake Squares from Pillsbury – all I …
The backyard BBQ article I styled at the request of the fabulous Natalie Klein of Hot Moms Club for Mom magazine is finally here! DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PRINTABLES NOW! The assignment had two parts. First, create a look that could be perfect for the upcoming July 4th holiday, as well as all summer long. My immediate thoughts …
Today’s post is a bit of a prelude to the excitement around here. But before I tell you all about it, I want to share some true patriotic inspiration with you from the fabulous crafters and planners at Martha Stewart, a group of people that inspire me often and this latest issue didn’t disappoint. I was …
Isn’t this just lovely! Three tables were styled by Beka and Kimberly of Philadelphia-based Innove Events and photographed by the fabulous Marie Labbancz (featured at Elizabeth Anne Designs ) for an Easter brunch, but I think it could be beautiful for a sweet springtime birthday party too. You must hop over and see the entire collection of images! Okay, and although the …
Once again I felt like showing you, our customers, loyal readers of my blog, bloggers who have shared the shoppe and candidly anyone intrigued enough to stop by, how much we appreciate you with our printable creations (napkin rings, beverage markers and place cards). And when better to do it than just before Mother’s Day! I hope you like them …
I’m a cupcake fan. I know, you couldn’t have guessed, right? {wink} Well, with Mother’s Day fast approaching I thought I would share some creative Mother’s Day cupcake ideas from around the web. Sew sweet cupcake (my mom would love!) is from Family Fun mag. Sprinkles Cupcakes {via CupcakesTakeTheCake} Sugarbloom’s Chocolate Mud cupcake Hello Frosting’s edible transfer cupcake …
I’m working on recipes and decor ideas for a Mother’s Day brunch and I think this placesetting and punch idea from Country Living magazine is just too perfect! My mom is a southern lady and would appreciate the country elegance. Hmmm… wonder where I could get those plates… I might have to compromise with white plates and a round …
Born and raised in the South, transplanted to Ohio in my mid 20s, I need a few things to keep me grounded in my Southern roots. And laugh if you wish, but one of those things is my Southern Living magazine. {wink} The articles, the recipes, the images of the region… ahhhh! So this weekend …
