by Tasha on March 15, 2010
Cardstore.com artists Two Trick Pony and INK+WIT are hosting two fabulous giveaways–and they’re just in time to test the luck of the Irish.
Two Trick Pony is giving two lucky winners one dozen “green-inpired” greeting cards each. All their cards are screened printed by hand on 100% post-consumer waste recycled paper and packaged in biodegradable sleeves. To enter, sign up to receive the Two Trick Pony newsletter.
INK+WIT is giving away a Pommebirds letterpress print. All you have to do is leave a quote about birds or tranquility and you will be entered to win.
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by Tasha on March 12, 2010
These St. Patrick’s Day recipes and activities are sure to give you just the luck you need–so throw on your green, grab the kids, and indulge!
Make Shamrock Boutonnieres. Legend says that St. Patrick, a fifth-century Christian missionary, used a three-leaf clover to explain the Trinity and the shamrock later became the Irish national emblem. Make your very own paper craft shamrock here.
Bake Shamrock Cupcakes. What’s a better way to ensure that you have a lucky day than with sweets?
Cook Corned Beef with Vegetables. Corned beef and cabbage with turnips, carrots, and boiled potatoes is a traditional Irish meal. It is especially good with freshly baked Irish soda bread.
Grow your own Shamrocks. Yes, it’s fun to make Shamrock art projects–but it’s even better to grow the real thing.
Celebrate at a parade. Find the nearest St. Patrick’s Day event for you and your family.
Post inspired by Martha Stewart’s St. Patrick’s Day Recipes
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by Tasha on March 5, 2010
With March comes Spring flowers, sunshine, and wonderful festivities! So that you won’t miss a beat, I’ve compiled a list of a few events that are going on across the country. Check them out if you’re in the area and don’t forget to bring the kiddies because all of these events are children-friendly.
Phoenix, Arizona: Breakfast with the Butterflies - March 6
Parents and children celebrate the start of spring and the opening of the Spring Butterfly Exhibit. Appropriate for children ages 3-10. Includes catered breakfast, children’s entertainment and activities, and admission to Marshall Butterfly Pavilion. Click here for more information.
Los Angeles, California: REDCAT’s International Children’s Film Festival - now until Mar 7
Five days feature more than a dozen programs that bring wondrous animation, exhilarating live action, rarely shown classics, and highlights from Cinemagic, Belfast. The festival also includes a very special Nickelodeon Family Fun Day. Click here for more information.
Atlanta, Georgia: Diana–A Celebration - now until June 13
Award-winning exhibition that commemorates the life of one of the 20th century’s most remarkable figures. Diana Princess of Wales. Click here for more information.
Miami, Florida: Rainforest Adventure - now until May 19
Rainforest Adventure is a fully interactive maze environment where visitors explore one of the least known habitats on earth. Click here for more information.
St. Louis, Missouri: Cutting Edge: An exhibition of paper craft - now until July 18
An exhibition of the most cutting edge paper art. Click here for more information.
New Orleans, Louisiana: Saints and Spirits Art of Haiti - now until June 6
An intense identification that befits the close geographical, historical, and cultural ties between Haiti and South Louisiana. Click here for more information.
Phoenix photo courtesy of Sunset.com
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by Tasha on February 26, 2010
Ever since Buzz Light Year and the Iron Giant warmed kids’ hearts years ago, kids have developed a growing fascination in these cute automatons. That’s why I instantly fell in love with this Robot Party theme from Hostess with the Mostess. And it was only right that I put a Cardstyle twist on this fabulous party idea. So I gathered a few robot-themed activities and accessories as an inspiration for your kid’s next birthday party.
Robot Costume Contest. Provide cardboard boxes with holes cut out for the arms and the head, have square cut-outs of construction paper ready to glue to the sides of the box, and have buttons and other accessories for the kids to design their unique costumes.
Robot-themed table courtesy of French Bull. Robot cupcakes courtesy of Hello Naomi. Robot party invitation courtesy of Cardstore.com. Robot costume courtesy of Cookie Mag.
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by Vanessa on February 22, 2010
Inspired by the upcoming spring season, here is a baby shower that celebrates life to the fullest! Featuring plenty of pastels and natural tones with splashes of yellow, this baby shower is perfect for all eco-friendly moms out there. Add details with birds, nests, and eggs for a style that is completely spring. Featuring plenty of DIY decorations, this baby shower is sure to captivate guests with its fresh, whimsical beauty.
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