Kim Byers
The Celebration Shoppe
These chocolate owl cupcakes were so much fun to make and easy enough for little helpers. Adorable for a Fall or Halloween party! Here’s what you need: Brownie mix (we used pureed apricots in the place of egg and filled the cups ¾ full) Oreo cookies M&Ms (replace with Skittles for egg and dairy free) …
As I continue to search for fun crafts for our block Halloween party, I came across these mummy treat cups and thought I would share. (If you’re looking for something a bit more spooky, the orange bow and bow tie can be replaced with a thin mouth out of black craft paper.) Here’s what you’ll need: Plastic …
A fun craft for any child birthday is to create a character photo op. We made this one for our cowboy birthday party so that the children could stand behind it and wear the cowboy hat. All you need is: 48″ dowel, ¾ inch in diameter (available at the hardware store) Two wire ties Hot …
My oldest is celebrating his fourth birthday this week and we’re hosting a swashbuckling pirate party. I thought I would share a few of the baking ideas I’ve got cooking. The first is a crispy pirate pop. These will not only be in the goody baskets we’re giving to his buddies, we’re also taking them …
When I was a little girl, my uncle would bring me M&Ms all the time, and they are still my weakness today. So when I was scouting for bug cookie ideas, these made my mouth water. I only wish I had known about them before my youngest son’s first birthday party. Yes, it was all …
Playing around in the kitchen this weekend we made princess pops: Oreos dipped in pink chocolate, embellished with a crown outline and packaged in clear cello bags with pink ribbon. These could be a great treat for goody bags or add a name tag and use as your placecard. Here’s how you can make some for …
Here’s a great way to add a little bling to your princess’s special day. These cookies were simple to make. (The cutter is available with our princess invitation and decor.) The best advice I can give with shaped sugar cookies is: Make more than you need for the party, Always chill your dough shapes before …
No respectable pirate bash is complete without a pirate flag flying! And don’t let the number of steps keep you from trying this cool craft. It’s actually very easy and is a fun addition to the celebration. Plus, this craft can be repurposed for play or even bedroom decor after the party is over. Here are …
