Monday, December 12, 2011

Guest Article


“Melissa C. writes for the Blog Content Guild.”



Creative Tips and Ideas for a Child’s Party



Throwing a birthday party for your child is the perfect opportunity for you to be creative. It can reflect their interests and personality in a fun way. Here are some ideas that will help you throw the perfect party for your child.



Boys


For boys, try throwing a party themed after their favorite video. Super Mario Brothers is a very popular series of video games. Just purchase from Mario party supplies so you can throw a memorable party, complete with costumes and chocolate replicas of the golden coins you are always searching for in the games.



Girls


For girls, a great party idea is to have a fancy tea party. Little girls love to dress up, and you can even make fancy hats for all the guests as party favors. You can serve cucumber and jam sandwiches and have scones and petit fours instead of cake. You can get some cheap costume jewelry at thrift stores and have them play dress up and take pictures for them to treasure later.



Locations


Also, look at fun locations to hold a party at instead of just at your house. Consider going to a petting zoo, a gymnastics place, or a planetarium. To have a creative party for your child, it may be as simple as holding it at a different location. Start thinking about what your child likes to do and see if you can rent out a place related to this. Maybe you could go to a movie theater, or rent out a pool and project a movie on a screen there.



Get on the Web


Another good place to get ideas is to search online. You can find all kinds of party ideas and work on adapting them for your child. Sometimes just going to the store and looking at party supplies will spark an idea in your mind and get you going. For your creative ideas, you never know exactly where your inspiration will come from, which can be exciting.



With some research, creativity, and determination you can come up with a great idea for your child’s party. Of course, make sure to communicate with them to ensure that the party reflects their desires and expectations for their party. Together, you can create a unique, creative party that will be truly memorable and special.


Monday, December 5, 2011

Christmas Orders ***SALE ON ALL CHRISTMAS CARDS***

Hello everyone,

Sorry I haven't posted since the summer.

To be honest, life has been crazy! I am sure all of you with kids know what I am talking about. It is so hard trying to find that perfect balance between work, kids school, homework, home life and trying to run a successful business.

I hope you all are taking those wonderful pictures and getting ready for the holiday season. This year ALL CHRISTMAS CARDS are at a special price.


Photocards $1.49

Printed Cardstock $2.00


Please have all orders submitted no later than December 14, 2011 to unsure prompt delivery.

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

GIRLICIOUS BIRTHDAY PARTY



Sorry for being late for posting this, but here it is. Invites, loot bags for both girls and boys.

INVITATION



GIRLS LOOT BAGS



BOYS LOOT BAGS

****VACATION ALERT***

***2CREATIVEMONKEYS WILL BE CLOSED JULY 1ST - AUGUST 1ST, 2011***

I hope everyone has a safe and happy summer! I will be back soon:)

Saturday, June 11, 2011

Pizza Party Invite

This was my daughtr's 4th birthday party invite, which was last year and somehow I totally forgot to post it. The theme was "Pizza Party" which all the kids got to make their own pizza. I did the loot bags, and cake to match, which yes I really did make this myself.

Stay tuned for the 5th birthday theme post tomorrow. GIRLICIOUS!



BOYS CHEF HATS AND APRONS







EVERYON GOT THIS PIZZA BOX WITH THEIR APRON, HAT AND ROLLING PIN INSIDE


PIZZA CAKE


Saturday, May 14, 2011

New Custom Communion Invitation









New Custom Birthday Designs

My son't 6th Birthday theme--STAR WARS.

I also did the loot bags for this that had star wars migty beaz inside and the outside of the bag had Darth Vadar on a label.




Loot Bags and cake to match!





My friends daughter's invite (who's I do every year) was a nature theme this year.