An Amazing Lego Star Wars Party!

In a galaxy far, far away... Christine at Pure Joy Events threw a Star Wars Lego party for her little Jedi turning five! Check out all the out-of-this-world details, including the Lego doughnut stands, the cool photo booth and the amazing cardboard "snow speeder" her husband built! Click on the link to see more from Pom Flair, PhoebeCakes, Dough-a-Deer and more! Christine thought of everything for this awesome galactic gathering. Excited to have supported the rebel troops! 

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May the force be with you.

Starting the year off strong...and dirty.

Yep, that's me— Captain America. My friends talked me into doing the Warrior Dash again this year, and I have to admit, I'm glad I did it. This might just become an annual tradition for me. I dunno, there's something about being amongst friends all caked in mud, toasting cold beers and gynormous turkey legs, that sounds oddly appealing to me. 

We dressed as Superheroes, if you didn't notice.

Vegetarians need not register.

"Here's mud in your eye!"

FREE Printable Mustache Valentine Cards!

I "mustache" you, have you found your perfect Valentines Day cards yet? Well, look no further, they're right under your nose!

I've always been a big fan of the stick-on mustaches. And I'm talkin' before the the whole mustache trend started. Before mustaches on a stick, before chocolate mustaches and mustache cake pops. But alas, I "must" join the crowd and contribute my "stash", if you will. It's simple enough really.  I spotted these stick-on mustaches at the Dollar Store the other day and snatched them up. You can download my Mustache Valentine Cards here. Don't worry, if you can't find these furry mustaches at the Dollar Store, I made some for you. Fuzzy or not, they're still fun!

DOWNLOAD THEM HERE.

My resident mustache models.

Believe me, the fuzzy little critters are hours of fun for (you and) the kids! And some of them can even be used as Uni-brows! Who'da thought?

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Brrrrrrrr! It's 76 Degrees Outside!

No snow for us down here in the Sunshine State. This is as close as we'll ever get to building a snowman! Before the holidays, I spotted this idea on Pinterest. I took pictures of my son's first grade class in this Snowman getup. They loved it!

They decorated wood frames (3 for $1.99 at IKEA) with cotton balls (Dollar Store). This was their gift to their parents for the holidays. Too cute! They melt my heart:)

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Hello New Year!

My latest chalkboard wall creation to start the new year!

(From left to right: Wesley, cousin Sammy and Jackson)

I raise my plastic cup of sparkling grape juice to a year unlike any other. 

A year that has taught me so much about myself and the strength of my family.

A year that was filled with love and heartbreak.

A year that has brought change and new direction.

A year that has helped me to realize what truly matters in life.

As my grandfather once said, 

"You can have a lot of things, but a close family with a lot of love is unbeatable."

I bid you adieu 2011. 

Here's to a new year of health, happiness and new adventures!

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Lego Star Wars Fans Rejoice!

INTRODUCING THE LEGO STAR WARS COMIC BOOK BIRTHDAY INVITE: When my friend Christine from Pure Joy Events asked me to design a Lego Star Wars Birthday invitation for her son, I jumped at the opportunity! She's a fantastic party planner. I've been meaning to design a Star Wars Birthday Collection ever since I had a Star Wars party for my son when he turned 5 (that was 4 years ago) so this was finally my chance to do it. Christine emailed me a story draft that her husband wrote and I added a bit of humor. I shot the whole thing using my kids' lego collection. And VIOLA! A Lego Star Wars Comic Book masterpiece! Stay tuned for the rest of the party collection AND to see What Christine dreams up for her son's party!

Would your son love to have a Lego Star Wars Birthday Party? CLICK HERE to get this Invite!

That's Christine's son who's turning 5, in the picture above. I will customize the whole comic book for any birthday boy (or girl) who buys this invite. The story is simple but cute and all leads up to the big reveal— a Star Wars Lego Builders Birthday Party! Woohoo!

FYI, that's my 6 year old's hands holding the comic book in all the images above. Am I biased or could he become a professional hand model? He's a natural! Like George Costanza on Seinfeld. Hmmm. Maybe I should just bag this whole etsy thing and concentrate on breaking my son into the hand modeling business. Food for thought while I wait for my Star Wars Comic Book orders to start pouring in anyway.

The Hand Model Episode.

P.S. This video is from You Tube. I have no idea who Ivan is:)

A Few Custom Painted Homes— Mixed Media

Just finished this painting the other day for a repeat customer. It's for her in-laws in Tennessee. Now that's a lot of brick! I decided to cut individual bricks out of book pages for the brick trim and placed them with molding paste to create depth. As for the rest of the brick, I painted it. I also used book pages for the tree leaves and cut canvas into little squares for the shingle roof.

 A Tennessee Home

12" x 12" Mixed Media Canvas

 My Reference.

Close up of the detail.

It was packed with care and shipped just in time for Christmas!

I painted this little bungalow for my friend Sarah. Her sweet husband surprised her with it for her birthday on the 16th (which happens to be the same as mine!).

 The Doherty Bungalow

12" x 12" Mixed Media Canvas

My Reference.

Close up of the Book pages and button plants.


I'd love to paint your home too! If you're interested, CLICK HERE  

A Holiday Craft Workshop!

 THESE LITTLE ELVES have been busy making a few creative things with me. I hosted a Holiday Craft Workshop last week and I must say, it was a smashing success!

 WE MADE A CLAY CHRISTMAS VILLAGE.

 WE MADE HOLIDAY GIFT TAGS AND A YUMMY CHRISTMAS COOKIE MIX!

 SOME PIECES FROM THE GIRLS' CHRISTMAS VILLAGE!

 TO-GO BAGS FOR ALL THEIR GIFTS

 Thanks to my sister Reba and niece Kaylee for opening their home and inviting friends.

And a special thanks to my best friends in the whole world for helping me put this workshop together! I love you guys! Cheers to you!

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Pluto Returns!

I just went upstairs to check on the boys before turning in for the night and look who I found at their window! Well, I'll be! Is it that time of year again already? Welcome back Pluto! Long time no see. I know two boys who will be happy to see you!