{Ask Amy} Valentine's Day Sweet Shoppe

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I was recently asked for some ideas for a Valentine's Sweet Shoppe!  I love this theme and there are no shortage of ideas, images & fabulous party people who have spent the time effortlessly showing you how easy it is to pull off a Sweet Party!

Here are some of my favorites which have all been pinned to my Pinterest Board.  So, sit back, browse through and get inspired!  Don't miss the free printables from Party Box Design below!  You have everything you need to pull off the sweetest event!

I adore this little girl sitting on a table full of pink sweets!  Love that heart garland too!  This next set is from the very talented Anders Ruff!  I love everything the do and you can get all of the printables used in this photo shoot from their shop.

And for all of you DIY enthusiasts, don't miss these FREE printables from Party Box Design.  They are extremely talented and I just love their designs!  This set even includes treat boxes!  So grab a large bag of conversation hearts and fill up your own box to give to your valentines this year!

Have a SWEET Valentine's Day!  XO XO

Easy Classroom Valentines for Your Kids

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Tired of store bought cheap valentines for your kids to pass out to their classmates?

So am I! Here are some fun, quick & easy ideas for your kid's valentines this year!  New this holiday, I am adding personalized Valentine Designs to my Etsy shop.  Here is one example. 

Another source for great valentines for your kids is Tiny Prints. Check out their creative classroom valentines for kids. You can add your child's photo and personalize them with their name.

And just for my readers, if you order before Jan 31, 2012 you will get free shipping on any order!

Let your child address the cards to each of their friends and add fun heart shaped stickers to seal the envelopes! This year skip the supermarket valentines & have fun creating your unique valentines for your kids this year.

Whatever you decide to do, have fun, be genuine and get creative! 

Bug 'Em to Show You Love 'Em

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Have you seen the new Bug 'Em bugs from Hallmark? These are the best idea to come around since the popular Elf of the Shelf tradition of Christmas time! This is the perfect gift for valentine's day for your kids. Fill up one of these plush ladybug backpacks with small gifts, toys, or candy and use the handy clip arm to attach a special note to the front!

Reuse this bug over and over throughout the year to remind your kids how much you love 'em and just bug 'em!

Share your ideas of how to use your Bug 'Em to show your kids you love 'em. Leave a comment and post your own photos here or connect with us and our followers on Facebook to share with us there!

 

How about some bubbly in your cupcakes?

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When my friend and award-winning pastry chef posted these, I just had to share them with you! Kristina Weems, owner of Konfections by Kristina, has created some of the best desserts I have ever tasted. Last October, Kristina baked 1000 cupcakes to give away duiring our 1 year celebration of my party business, Make It Mine Parties.

But her latest concoction is one I definitely want to try! This is a simply fantastic white cake (with bubbly in the batter) topped with a light and frothy champagne buttercream. You can tint either the cake or the buttercream to match any party theme, so Kristina tinted the cake pink for Valentine's Day. The hearts on the cake, as well as the nonpareils, are completely edible and match the Valentine's day theme.

This would be the perfect cake for a wedding/bridal shower, engagement party, or any other special event.

Don't worry if you aren't a baker or just simply don't have the time! Call Kristina for your next event. Contact Chef Kristina via email at chefkristina@bellsouth.net or visit her website at www.KonfectionsbyKristina.com and connect with her on Facebook!

 

Love Is In The Air!

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Fall in love with peel-and-stick chalkboard heart and cupcake chalkboard wall decals from WallCandy® Arts you can use, remove, and reuse as often as you can think up new to-do items, love poems, or dessert recipes to jot down.

Each of their patented chalkboard decal kits:

• are easy to apply, remove, and reuse without damaging wall surfaces.
• use a water-based adhesive, so the wall color is always safe from chips and messes during removal.
• use a smooth, wipe-to-clean chalkboard surface that won't hold chalk stains.
• are made in the USA and BPA- and phthalate-free.
• include allergen-free, dustless chalk.

Start Your Garden Early Planting a brilliant springtime garden indoors is easy with our bright Happy Flowers wall decal kit. No water or pre-treatment will ever be necessary, so encourage visitors to design their own unique arrangements without committing to any one space. Luv Letters What we luv about these peel and stick Luv Letters wall art is how the letters come alive on the wall in any room. They are sold separately so you only get the ones you need. One 9" letter. Each letter is sold separately.

DEAL OF THE DAY: Use coupon CUPID15 for 15% off your entire order for Valentine's Day!