fun

On Valentine’s eve, my house had an incredible party that was filled with fun, chocolate, and love notes. I thought the host, Natalie (Shown below. Look at her, GORGEOUS!) had such great ideas you might want to implement into your next festive party!

She bought twine, paper bags, candy, and tacks to make a heart on our wall filled with treats for our close friends. We had instructions for anyone to get a valentine or some candy and slip it in someones bag and when everyone left, they could take their bag as a favor! How cute is that!

We tacked wrapping paper we got at Michaels on a plain wall to set up as a ‘photo booth’! Natalie made a homemade ‘Happy Valentine’s day’ banner that was my favorite decoration from the night. We had a little table set up with bubbles, glasses, and other fun objects that people could take pictures with. *you could also have an instagram hashtag that people can tag if they want to use the wall for an insta shot!*

These amazing cupcakes were delicious and beautiful. We also had sugar cookies, chocolates, chips, & lollipops. We even had a tea & coffee bar! They were all such hits!

I’d love to hear some of your DIY party ideas!

Until next time!

Frolicking in a land of yogurt

So I’ve tried many homemade masks and this one is BY FAR the absolute greatest thing that has happened to my face.
First, there is the cool wonderful sensation of when the mask goes on your face. It is SO darn great!
Then there is the easiness of it. The first one is literally two ingredients– doesn’t get much better than that!
Lastly, and certainly not least(ly?), it leaves my skin feeling refreshed, renewed, and smoother than it has been in a long time. This is definitely a keeper.

I listed the ingredients I use for these masks as well as the specific brands I go with. Leave both masks on for 10 minutes, rinse with warm water, and pat dry with a towel.

I’m telling you, your skin will thank you & you will feel like a new woman (or man!)

On another note, I’m going to LA tomorrow to do 5 shoots in just one day to raise money for my missions trip. I’m SO excited for all the variety I have too! Newborns, portraits, and family!
And you know what that means: mommy snuggles, free groceries, & basically not being in Redding. Which, lets face it, is kinda nice.

If you would like to donate, I have $1200 more to raise by mid February! Here is the link: Australia & Tasmania

Thanks for reading!