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Muppets Themed Birthday Party + Free Printables

November 10, 2014 By Cori

This little man is one. I can’t even. This summer when we rented “The Muppets Most Wanted” with the kids, Avery stopped dead in his tracks at the very first sound of Kermit’s voice. It was the funniest thing. Since that moment, we have watched The Muppets movies approximately, 2,476 times, so choosing the theme for his big bash was a no brainer.

A Man or a Muppet-suit

Can you even stand it? I was a woman on a mission as I scoured the internet for a Walter-like suit for the big day. I kept coming up empty, until I found a similar color suit by CuppyCake Clothing on Etsy. I reached out to the shop owner, Bekah and sent her a picture of Walter and what she pulled together for us was nothing short amazing!

Kermit and Walter dolls here.

Party Details

| Tissue paper pom poms tutorial here. | Muppet wall decals here . |

Cake made with Duff’s Tie-dyed cake mix. Mason jar cupcake tutorial here.

Free downloadable tricycle and balloon guest-signing art here

Wall of highlights from our #DailyDoseOfAvery instagram hashtag

Decor and FREE Printables

I pinned and pinned for weeks while planning this party, so theres a little inspiration here, a little inspiration there.

If you haven’t realized, I’m a bit obsessed with Amazon Prime. I got a lot of great muppet themed items there.

| Muppet Pez Dispensers | edible Muppet cake decorations | Kermit and Piggy cupcake toppers |

Muppet Party Games and Stations

Fozzy’s (Make your own goodie bag) Joke Shop
Constantine’s “I Love My Selfie-photo booth”
Bunson and Beeker’s exploding hot cider bar

The only regret I have is that I didn’t take better pictures– or many pictures at all for that matter.

James and I were buzzing about (as hosts usually do) and while there were plenty of people I probably could have handed over the DSLR-duties to, I didn’t. That being said, we enjoyed Avery’s big day… and? I have all the printables I created to share with you… For FREE! Woot!

Invitation + Thank You Tags

{ Download Printable }

Activity Stations

{Download Printable}

Menu Cards

{ Download Printable }

Happy Birthday, little man!

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Aladdin Mason Jar Collection Adds Southern Hospitality To Your Summer Gatherings

May 12, 2014 By Cori

Remember last year when I shared with you the super cute Aladdin mugs I scored at Costco? We used those things like CRAZY, and by the feedback and re-pins that post received, I believe many of you did as well.

The Aladdin Mason Jar Collection

Well this year, summer entertaining is being taken to new levels with the Aladdin Mason Entertaining Collection. Even more Aladdin Mason Jar goodness? Bring. It. On– Amirite?

If you are obsessed with these jars as much as I am, the below items are now available at Walmart:

– Two-Gallon Plastic Mason Dispenser
– One-Gallon Glass Mason Dispenser*
– 2.5 Quart Mason Pitcher
– 16oz Mason Cup 4-pack
– 32oz Insulated Mason Tumbler
– 16oz Insulated Mason Tumbler (with or without handle)
– 4-pack of Accessory Mason Straws
– 2-pack of Accessory Twist-Lids for Straws
– 2-pack of Accessory Press-Fit Lids for hot drinks

While I was in Atlanta, I attended a small intimate Southern Ladies Luncheon, hosted by Mom Trends and Party Bluprints at the *gorgeous* Piedmont Estate to celebrate this line and inspire some summer entertaining ideas, and inspire it did.

The luncheon was hosted in a gorgeous room with floor to ceiling windows– talk about southern hospitality!

From the lemonade bar with Mason Jar Dispensers, to the floral arrangements and small dessert jars, the luncheon displayed a variety of super easy uses for Aladdin Mason jars to make a stand out event.

To get full details on how you can throw a southern luncheon like the one above, visit the ladies of Party Bluprints. Those ladies know how to throw a party!

Disclosure: This is not a sponsored post. Aladdin will be providing us with the full entertaining collection– but we share because we love.

Easy And Delicious Appetizer Idea: Pull Apart Pepperoni Bread

October 17, 2013 By Cori

The other day when we went to my mother’s house for dinner, she made this super delish Pepperoni Pull Apart Bread that I practically inhaled (read: the baby made me do it!).

I apologize for the lighting in this picture, the lighting in my mother’s house always throws yellow. But even with the yellow hue…. are you not drooling?

I posted about it’s deliciousness on instagram and immediately people were asking for the recipe.

My Mom found the recipe on Facebook, and from what I can tell, I believe it may have originated from one of my blog-friends, Karen at In the Kitchen With K P!

I love when my worlds collide.

Karen, whom I met in San Diego while attending BlogHer 2 years ago (3 years ago?) is always whipping up something drool-worthy. Between her blog and her instagram pics this lady has a way of always making me hungry!

I know we are always looking for fresh, new appetizer ideas when getting together with family and friends and this one is perfect for get togethers, holidays, as well as Sunday Football noshing.

The Recipe And Tips:

You can find Karen’s recipe for the Pull Apart Pepperoni Bread here.

The two things I would add that I know my mom changed up a bit is this–

1. PIZZERIA DOUGH IS THE BEST- If you can get pizza dough from your local pizzeria, do it! It makes it taste even better.

2. ADD A LIGHT COATING OF FLOUR – After spraying the bunt pan, my mom added a light coating of flour to prevent it from sticking. She decided to do this because on her first round with just the spray, it still stuck… not that that got in anyone’s way of gobbling it up right from the pan– but if you are making this to look pretty for company, or to bring to a party, you may want to make sure it doesn’t stick.

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