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Paper Culture Giveaway

Sunday, February 26th, 2012

I am thrilled to share the news that Paper Culture (one of my favorite partners) is offering a very special promotion for Sweet Peas & Stilettos readers – Get 10 FREE cards from Paper Culture! (Use ‘FREE10′ at checkout). Paper Culture has raised the bar on being eco-friendly. Their cards and envelopes are made from 100% post-consumer recycled materials, they only use recycled materials in their packaging, and they will even plant a tree in your honor with each and every order.

I have also been continually pleased with their modern designs, the weight of the paper (no cheap looking flimsy cards here!) and their use of rounded corners on all of their cards. When you receive a card from Paper Culture it feels special.

Shop their party invitations, baby announcements, personalized stationery and more. And don’t forget to order your 10 FREE cards from Paper Culture! Use ‘FREE10′ at checkout. Shop Now!

The scoop: This 10 free cards offer is available through March 7th, 2012. It is good for new customers, cannot be combined with other offers and do not include taxes or the cost of shipping. A little hint – if you use their mail and message delivery system, which would just include the cost of the stamp, they will take care of mailing your cards and you won’t have to pay any shipping.

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Halloween Party Invitations

Tuesday, September 20th, 2011

I am a huge fan of Halloween. It is undoubtedly one of the best holidays on the calendar. Who doesn’t love watching how excited kids get picking out their costumes and getting all dressed up. It is always fun to see their creative minds in action as they get into character for the night. I must admit I like combing through my son’s bounty of chocolate too…

The last few years we have been to so many fabulous Halloween parties. Since there isn’t a single parent in town who would send their children down our very long, very dark driveway for a Twix bar, we are usually on the top of everyone’s list for Halloween fun since they know we don’t need to hand out candy at home. It works for me.

I have been looking around at Halloween invites and I just love the selection at Tiny Prints this year. They have wonderful Halloween party invitations for children of all ages and some that would work for adult parties too. Since Halloween is on a Monday this year – you can throw festive costume parties all weekend long…

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Well-Heeled Hostess

Tuesday, June 21st, 2011

Are you planning to throw a big bash this summer? Maybe you want to make your next dinner party a tad more chic and colorful. The ‘well-heeled hostess‘ (aka Kelly Lyden) is here to provide inspiration as well as an online shop where you can purchase everything you need to throw a perfect party.

Kelly also produces a quarterly magazine, The Party Dress, which is full of colorful party ideas. I have to admit it is a little addicting to read – I just can’t get enough of the festive colors. I want to be a guest at each and every party in the magazine! It is a sheer joy to read and explore. Believe me, you’ll be looking for a reason throw a party after flipping through an issue online.

In the WH Hostess store you will find everything from party invitations, cupcake toppers and all sorts of party accessories. This mix of bold color combinations and modern designs will bring a festive vibe to any party. You will also realize how attention to little details can make such a difference in pulling an event together and making it memorable for your guests.

And if you are super busy and want someone with great taste to pull everything together for you, hire the well-heeled hostess to develop a custom inspiration board, or hire Kelly as your official party planner and she can take care of designing a fabulous celebration just for you.

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PLUSH Show

Thursday, May 12th, 2011

Sweet Peas & Stilettos loves PLUSH and not just because they are giving away a FREE Petunia Pickle Bottom Diaper Bag to one lucky Sweet Peas & Stilettos fan. How fabulous is that! I am so excited and I really hope you win.

Here is the scoop. What I love about the PLUSH show is that is features so many of my favorite companies including Layla Grayce, PetitNest, Bebe Au Lait and Project Nursery just to name a few. It is the best party in town for moms who want nothing but the very very best for their little ones. On top of that you will get a chance to rub shoulders with some of your favorite celebrity moms….

So if you consider yourself a chic modern mommy and you want to join the girls for a great afternoon – you can purchase tickets for as little as $20. Attendees will receive wonderful swag bags so you can get a taste of the best baby products and services on the market.

I also love the fact that 10 percent of all proceeds go to Generosity Water - an organization dedicated to ending the clean water crisis in developing countries, one community at a time. All children deserve access to clean water and it is cool that these companies are trying to help.

Now back to the FREE Petunia Pickle Bottom Diaper Bag...Here is what you need to do to enter.

1) Leave a comment on the Sweet Peas & Stilettos Facebook page

2) LIKE PLUSH on Facebook

3) Join PLUSH and Sweet Peas & Stilettos on Twitter (if you haven’t already)

And I forgot to share the details – the event will be on Sunday, June 5, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm at the Vibiana in Los Angeles.

Now go and enter to win the bag!! And tell your friends too….

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SweetHarts

Sunday, January 16th, 2011

SweetHarts & Sweet Peas & Stilettos are joining together to bring you super sweet 2 for 1 play dates! One of the most common questions I hear from moms is simply, “What are we going to do today?” Moms are always looking for fun and new play dates and activities that will keep the kids entertained (and that we can enjoy too!). If you are a mom living in the Los Angeles area (or have a mommy friend who lives in the area) you must know about SweetHarts – the super sweet shop owned by Melissa Joan Hart and her mom, Paula, that is located in Sherman Oaks, California. (A little personal side story – I started my chocolate spoon company as a teenager with my mom so I totally love the fact that another mother-daughter duo is embarking on a sweet business together!) SweetHarts now hosts playdates onsite at their adorable location. There are a number of different themes (fairy tales, candy crafts, bingo and my favorite – karaoke) and they are scheduled all throughout the day. You can enjoy a latte or a frozen yogurt with a friend while the kids enjoy the activity. (By the way – they do birthday parties too!)

I told you the place is super cute – here is a little peek. I love the purple walls and the furniture too! Anyhow – here is the scoop. Mention Sweet Peas & Stilettos and you get a very special 2 for 1 offer. A parent can bring a child in for a play date, and they can get a second play date free, or if a parent comes in with 2 kids, one child’s play date will be free. So treat yourself and your kids – you deserve it!

For a current schedule and more play date details check out the “Parties” section of the SweetHarts website. To reserve your spot for any play date, please RSVP: email: sweethartssweets@gmail.com or phone: 818-788-5004.

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Pumpkin Cupcakes

Thursday, December 16th, 2010

Today my son celebrated his birthday at preschool. He looked so handsome in his glitter crown, standing there as his classmates sang to him. I still can’t believe he is already 4. His school does not allow sweets so I made these pumpkin muffins (thank you Trader Joe’s for your yummy and super easy pumpkin bread mix!) for the kids. They are just as good as real cupcakes (okay almost as good, but you feel better knowing you aren’t eating an entire stick of butter). I figured the teachers couldn’t complain about the teeny tiny dollops of frosting either. I even got to use my new Ikea tray that I just love. I thought they turned out pretty cute so I had to take a picture to share.

If you are shopping for last minute Christmas gifts for a fellow cupcake lover, here are a few cute ideas…

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Art Party for Kids

Friday, September 24th, 2010

We’ve got another fabulous children’s birthday party idea to share with you. Amy, of Amy Nichols Special Events, was originally inspired with the simple idea of putting different color frosted cupcakes together on a round platter to look like “paint” on an artist’s palette. From there her idea grew and grew. From cute invitations from Sarah + Abraham to decorated palatte cookies, and jumbo wall post-its so the kids could paint their own masterpieces – she didn’t miss a beat. Check out her blog for more details and adorable pictures.

If you are looking for a special new outfit for your child’s party, more party invitation ideas, thank you note cards, or toys and gift ideas – I’ve got you covered.

Mention Sweet Peas & Stilettos and you will receive 25% off planning & styling services.

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Pizza Party

Tuesday, September 7th, 2010

I have asked Amy Nichols of Celebrate Life by Amy Nichols Special Events to keep me posted as she comes up with creative birthday party ideas. Her latest is a pizza party – a great idea that can work for kids of all ages (and for moms who don’t want to spend a fortune). Here are a few of the highlights.

1) Every birthday party starts with a great invitation. Amy found some really cute pizza theme invites at TomKat Studio.

2) Buy some plain aprons at Michael’s that the kids can decorate.

3) Let the children make their own pizzas with lots of yummy toppings.

4) Make a delicious fruit pizza pie instead of a birthday cake.

5) For party favors, everyone can take home a delicious pizza slice cookie. These cute cookies (see photo) are from little laura’s sweets.

For all of the details and a lot more cute pictures – check out Amy Nichols Special Events blog.

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Celebrate Life

Tuesday, August 10th, 2010

I love birthday parties! Amy Nichols has recently launched Celebrate Life by Amy Nichols Special Events. Take a look at all of her fabulous photos and you’ll be hooked. She’ll bring so much originality and creativity to your party and will ensure that every last detail is taken care of. From party invitations and cupcakes to flowers and thank you notes and everything in between, she’ll find the best ideas and inspiration for your event. With her adorable themes and color combinations, you will be able to capture photos you will cherish forever. She can also help you with baby showers, weddings and your holiday parties too!

Mention Sweet Peas & Stilettos and you will receive 25% off planning & styling services.