DIY Tutorial - How to Make a Kiddie Table

by Jillian Leslie on

Nicole W throws the most beautiful parties and comes up with the cleverest of ideas. Here is her simple tutorial on how to make a kiddie table.  I think this is brilliant!

So you're hosting a party for children.  You want to make the party inviting, friendly--just their size.  But you have regular folding tables and don't want to go rent special shorter tables and chairs for your party.  What to do?  Use this simple tip and instantly convert your regular folding tables into ones just the right size for kids.


FREE July 4th Party Printables from 9 to 5 Mom

by Jillian Leslie on

Time is flying. We're already thinking about July 4th over here, so it's time to roll out our first collection of FREE July 4th printables designed by Brady from 9 to 5 Mom. This collection definitely makes me feel proud to be an American. :)

The collection includes: invitations, party circles, tented cards, drink straw flags, favor tags, sparkler holders with directions (cool, right?!), matchbox covers, and my favorite part... a "Let Freedom Ring" banner.






DIY Tutorial From A Catch My Party Member -- How to Make a Balloon Topiary

by Jillian Leslie on

I spotted these adorable balloon topiaries at Emily W's Audrey's Art Birthday Party and had to know how she made them. She kindly put this tutorial together, so a big thank you to you, Emily!

I saw the How Does She tutorial for a balloon wreath. It was adorable and figured it would be the perfect addition to my bright, art party decor. I made the wreath then started planning out the rest of the decor and realized I didn't have anywhere to hang it. I loved the balloons and wanted to use them, so I came up with making them in a topiary to use on each end of the food table. Here is how you make it: