A To Zebra Celebrations

Truthful Thursday- Friends

2012-02-16T00:00:00.002-07:00

"If someone hurts you, go to the throne not the phone" - Joyce Meyer

I had the privilege to go see Joyce Meyer last Thursday with some of my friends. She is an amazing woman. I admire her so much! She is wise and kind.

I don't know about you, but I have struggled with some female relationships in the past. What is this about? I am not perfect by any means, but I can't understand the trouble to have good good good friends.

http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/thecontemporaryhome/product/wooden-friendship-plaque

My husband tells me I use the word "friend" often. He thinks they are more like acquaintances. He might be right.

I am friendly, I welcome people into my life easily. I open up and like everyone (for the most part) lol

I've had friends (or I thought we were) stopped talking to me, but not tell me why?

Have you had this happen to you? It's hurtful right?.....

I am thankful God is there for me. I can share all my feelings and He understands even though I don't.

Maybe I need to buy this book? Have you read it? I hate reading because it makes me sleepy....lol

What are your thoughts on female friendships?

Do you recommend other books?

Party Feature - Fly Away With Me Valentine

2012-02-13T07:07:00.003-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Gwynn Wasson Designs!

WOW! This may be the cutest party ever! Totally smitten with the color scheme and oh so clever details. Those plane-like forks are brilliant! The talented Gwynn designed this party for her sons using a fun airplane theme and non-traditional color palette. Besides all the incredibly delicious looking food you see below, she also organized a few fun games for some "In-Flight Entertainment".

Amazing job, Gwynn! You can purchase these darling printables in her etsy shop.

Vendor Credits

Styling/Graphic Design/Printables: Gwynn Wasson Designs

Sixlets/Taffy/Gumballs: Candy Warehouse

Heart Boxes, Heart Plates: Target

Striped Straws: Polka Dot Market

Mini Meringues/Marshmallow Hearts/Marshmallow Roller Pops: Cost Plus World Market

Operation Shower- Sunshine Safari Baby Shower

2012-02-13T03:29:00.005-07:00

Operation Shower is a non-profit organization that plans and coordinates gorgeous baby showers for pregnant military wives.
I was truly honored to be part of this baby shower that happened 3 weeks ago in San Diego, CA. I had a great time meeting some new party girls. This is the best job ever! Party! party! party! lol

Paper & CAKE designed the fun and bright printables for this baby shower!

Here's the list of the 12 designers who participated. We all incorporated products from Pottery Barn Kids. It was super fun seeing what everyone came up with!

A Blissful Nest

Cupcakes & Cutlery

Hostess with the Mostess

Jen from HWTM and I. She's so pretty!!

Maddycakes Muse

How cute is Michelle?.....She is the creative designer behind Maddycakes Muse!....She is so.much.fun.! Can't wait to hang out with her again :) AND she lives in Arizona....yeah!

Paper & CAKE

Shawna Brockmeier Styled Events

Soiree Event Design

Sweets Indeed

Gorgeous marshmallows from The Marshmallow Studio

A delicious and stunning cake from Hey There, Cupcake!

Other vendors that made yummy sweets!
Pushckaes: Meringue Bake Shop
Safari hat & binocular cookies: Allyson Jane
Cupcakes: JennyWenny Cakes
Lollipop Flowers: The Sweetest Affair
Monkey Cake Pops: A Twist of Cake

The Tomkat Studio

Thoughtfully Simple

Photo credit- Nicole Benitez Photography

Your Bash!

And last but not least, my table! I HAD to add some zebra lol
Here's me setting up :)

Photo credit- Dez and Tam Photography

Photo credit- Nicole Benitez Photography

Each mom received a "BABY" spoon from Pumpernickel and Wry

I made the burlap napkin rings. Tutorial coming soon.

Photo credit- Nicole Benitez Photography

Photo credit- Nicole Benitez Photography

Here's a picture of all of us there :)

Photo credit- Nicole Benitez Photography

I loved being part of Operation Shower! I hope to help again in the future!
Be sure to check out their website to see how you can help.

Easter Party Package Giveaway Winner!

2012-02-11T21:23:00.005-07:00

Congratulations Donna O.! You are the winner of the Easter Party Package Giveaway! Please me at atozebrachristine@gmail.com within 48 hours, or a new winner will be selected.

Thank you to everyone who entered and all of our wonderful vendors!!!

Rafflecoper Giveaway Winner

Party Feature - Valentines Party

2012-02-10T05:38:00.006-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Amanda with Shindig Parties!

The very talented Amanda threw this Valentines party for her daughters and is it ever pretty. Both of her daughter's names start with "M" so she decided on M&M's Sweet Shoppe. So fun! Loving the tall flowers on the dessert table, and how about those parfaits she made using red and pink pudding? So cute!

Looks like such a fun party and I'm sure the girls all had a blast! Lovely job as always, Amanda!

Styling & Printables: Shindig Parties

Truthful Thursday- Bad Mom Good Mom

2012-02-09T02:46:00.005-07:00

My girls had pie for breakfast = Bad mom!

I made them hard boiled eggs= Good mom!

They watched 3 hours of cartoons in the morning= Bad mom!

I put their hair up with some cute bows= Good mom!

I yelled "get in the car now!"= Bad mom!

Once in the car "mommy, can I have gum?".....me: "yes"= Good mom! (LOL)

You get where I am going with this?.....back and forth I feel this way.....do you? I want to be a good mom all the time. I fail everyday.

Source: kikicreates.blogspot.com via Janae on Pinterest

I just want to encourage every mommy out there this week.... Do Your Best! Your kids will love you no matter what. If you have daughters, you must go read these 25 rules.....totally worth your time!! http://diapersdaisies.blogspot.com/2012/01/rules-for-mothers-of-daughters.html I am applying these rules asap!

Can I tell you how much I love the blog world? I feel encouraged, motivated, and loved even though I don't know you personally. Being a mom is hard, but if you think about it, how much harder was it back when our moms had us? I can't even imagine what life was like to my mom when I was born 20 years ago.....haha!....just kidding....more like 37 years ago....there I said it!....Yes, I am 37 but feel like I am 20....NOT!... lol

Seriously....back to business..... I'd like to challenge us to be more positive and tell your other mommy friends that it's ok to feel like the good and bad mom at the same time. We are all in the same boat!

Now, I better go to bed before I let my girls have cookies for breakfast so I can sleep another hour....ha!!

XOXO

Party Feature - Milk & Cookies Valentines Party

2012-02-08T05:44:00.000-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Bird's Party!

Less than one week until Valentine's Day and do we have a fun party feature for you! I just love this Milk + Cookies collection by the fabulous Bird of Bird's Party. Her parties + shoots are always amazing. Those milk cartons are just darling and the adorable paper hearts seen on the straws are oh so cute! I'm such a sucker for the traditional red + pink theme - and this is perfectly done!

Lovely job, Bird!

Vendor Credits

Party Styling and Photography: Bird
Sweetheart Valentine's Day Printables: Bird's Party
Glass Bottles: Casa
Candy Jars: La Foire Fouille

Tuesday- Crafts & Party Linky Party

2012-02-07T02:33:00.009-07:00

Tuesday is HERE!!!.....Yaay!

Spread the word about the linky party and grab a button!

Giveaway Monday - Easter Party Package

2012-02-06T08:17:00.003-07:00

The giveaway this week is certain to get you in the mood for spring! It is filled fun spring & Easter items to help you plan a great party!

Click on the pictures below to check out the stores of these fabulous vendors!

To enter log into the Rafflecopter giveaway box with your Facebook or email account and then follow the steps for each entry: leave a comment, like the vendors Facebook pages, share/tweet about the giveaway!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Party Feature - Monster Truck Birthday

2012-02-03T05:26:00.001-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Nicki Crause!

This one's for the boys! How fun is this Monster Truck themed birthday party? So many fun details such as the tire seen on the bottom tier of the birthday cake and the adorable "Pit Stop" drinks table. Loving the green + purple color scheme with the fun black and white checker pattern thrown in.

Great job, Nicki! :)

Truthful Thursday- Buying stuff

2012-02-02T02:51:00.001-07:00

First Thursday in February!! Can you believe it?

It seems like I just got done putting Christmas stuff away....lol

Here's what I want to share with you today.........

I am so guilty of this....are you?

I used to think credit cards were the best thing ever until I met my husband 12 years ago! He is very good at spending and saving for the most part. He still buys things I would never buy, but that's probably a guy thing....haha! I am so happy he takes care of our finances because I can spend every penny in our account......no joke! I love to shop and shop and shop until I drop....lol I also have 2 daughters that need shoes in every color right?.....did you notice I typed "need".....yup! I trick myself into thinking they "need" but they don't!

We live in a very competitive world. I was born and raised in Mexico, but people there also try to impress other people with "stuff". Why do we think having stuff makes us more valuable, liked, accepted, successful? Trust me, I struggle with this often. I wish I had this and that, and more of this, and a nicer car, and a bigger bedroom, and a bigger kitchen and a bigger closet to put more clothes in.....bla, bla, bla,....endless list right?

Well....I try really try to teach my girls to be frugal and to buy things when they are on sale or gently used. Lucky for me, they love to shop at garage sales! It's our Saturday morning routine lately. The girls think I am the coolest mom for letting them drink some coffee with caramel when we are out shopping garage sales....shhhh don't tell my hubby about the girls drinking coffee...ha!!

My oldest needs a dresser really bad.......my desire is for her to have the best, most beautiful and expensive dresser out there. Isn't that what you wish for your child too? Well....our bank account allowed for me to buy this from a garage sale.....

Is this ugly or what? I hate it!...lol I didn't tell my daughter that, but I really do not like how this looks and I wouldn't put this in her room. However, I can probably teach my girls a good lesson after purchasing this. They will see me and my friend Rebecca from Fresh Chick Design Studio refinish this piece to make it look like a million bucks!!! I can't wait to show you the after pictures and the total I spent!.... love the challenge :)

Are you a shopaholic?

Do you buy things on sale?

Do you use coupons?

Are you debt-free? Don't tell me because I will be jealous....lol

Tuesday- Crafts & Party Linky Party

2012-01-31T02:03:00.004-07:00

Happy Tuesday everyone!!!

I didn't post the linky last week. I was out of town and it completely slipped my mind. I hope you have been working on some cute stuff to share! Remember you can link any kind of party you've had too!

DIY Party Hats

2012-01-30T00:41:00.001-07:00

DIY Party hats are a big trend for parties these days! I don't think I have seen any store bought hats at any of those amazing parties out there!

These super fun DIY glitter hats are from A Pumpkin and a Princess. She tells you how easy you can make these and where to find the supplies for a bargain!

I made a cute hat for my daughter's zebra party 2 years ago. It is a very popular hat!

The wedding chicks show you how to make these glittery party hats!! Wouldn't these perfect in purple or green for a Mardi gras party?

Source: weddingchicks.com via Nancy on Pinterest

Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Will you be hosting a kids Valentine's party? Mr. Printables.com has a FREE download for pretty hats! They are easy to make!

You might not want to make your own hats right? You can check out Lulu & Co. She makes the most adorable hats! See them and buy them HERE

I love making hats as well and you can see them in my shop, A to Zebra Celebrations!

Lego Party Package Giveaway Winner

2012-01-28T08:02:00.002-07:00

Congratulations to Comment #20

Shannau said, Jan 24, 2012 4:13PM

Loving Lee La Loo!!! I have not seen Lego printables! Awesome, and I do LOVE the Lego Crayons at Creations by Tracey!shanna.u at gmail dot com

Please email me at atozebrachristine@gmail.com toclaim your prize.You will have 48 hours to claim the prizes.A new winner will be selected if I don't hear back.Thank you again to everyone who entered the giveaway and to all our amazing vendors!

Valentine's Day Kids Party

2012-01-27T00:39:00.001-07:00

Do you love Valentine's Day? I do!!
Red is one of my most favorite colors. My girls love "Crush" soda. I was walking around the craft store when I came across cute little bottles of crush soda with candy inside. My mind was immediately rolling with cute ideas for a kids Valentine's day party! The "Love Crush" theme was on my schedule stat!

Summerlyn from MemoriesToo is one of my favorite designers. She created this super fun invite and the other darling printables you will see on this party!

I gathered several ideas and added to my Pinterest Valentine's board

~Outfits~
My girls wore a pretty shirt from The Lucky Princess
Headband from Vintage Rose Wraps
Bracelets from Miss Coco Designs

~Desserts table~
I wanted to add the red, pink, purple and a little orange to the table.
Candy ideas: pink taffy, hershey's kisses, heart lollipops, gum balls, red vines, and conversation hearts! Some of these available at the Dollar Tree

Copyright © Beba Photography

The pretty cake and cookies are from Inspired Occasions
Love the cake topper from MemoriesToo.com

Copyright © Beba Photography

Cupcakes, jello and strawberries were made by Crissy G Events

Copyright © Beba Photography
Custom made "love crush" marshmallows on a stick were my favorite! Thank you to The Marshmallow Studio for these beautiful creations!

Copyright © Beba Photography
Did you notice the gorgeous cake and marshmallows stands? I dressed them up a bit with ricrac, lace and ribbon. They are great because you can take them apart to put them away! Get one from the Cupcake Stand. You won't be disappointed.

Copyright © Beba Photography
~Decor~
I made the hearts garland hanging on the desserts table.
The red table runner is from my etsy store.
I borrow things from friends, neighbors, etc
I shop at garage sales and Goodwill often too.

Copyright © Beba Photography
I made a ribbon garland as the backdrop to hang behind the kissing booth....LOVE it!

~Activities~

Breaking a pinata from Partylicious

Copyright © Beba Photography
Kissing booth for the kids! It was an idea from HERE

The girls loved getting a red bow on their favor boxes from Crissy G Designs.

Copyright © Beba Photography

You can find the boxes and paper straws for the soda from CakeAndKids.com

Did you love this party? You can download a FREE printable for the conversation hearts boxes from Memoriestoo by clicking on this link: http://www.scribd.com/doc/78693579/TreatsFortheSweet-MemoriesToo

I DO Invitations by Michelle has created these fun FREE Valentine's printables for you as well. Download here: http://www.mediafire.com/?ul5nbyeu92zoix9

A special THANK YOU to all of the wonderful vendors! This party is a team effort and I could never take all the credit for it!

Pictures- Beba Photography

Happy Valentine's Day!

XOXO

Truthful Thursday- Garage sale and cars

2012-01-26T01:53:00.002-07:00

Happy Thursday!!

I am going to share with you what we did last weekend because my life is more simple than what you may see through the pretty fancy professional pictures of my parties...just take a look at my no make up face, pj's, coffee and slippers.....lol not to mention all the junk on the tables... :):)

My girls love to have garage sales! My husband makes fun of me when I do garage sales. He says I make $.50 cents per hour...ha! I enjoy the down time of just sitting and watching people buy my junk....haha....

I have been organizing and cleaning after putting all of my Christmas stuff away. However, can you see our lights are still up?...ha! That is hubby's job to take those down before it gets to be 110 degrees outside :)

One of my friends joined me and it was more fun since she brought her girls to play with mine....

How low do you price your stuff?......look at how desperately I want to get rid of my stuff...haha!

I thought I would show off our cars......lol.....We haven't had a car payment in 5 years and well....it's hard for me to upgrade to anything because who loves having a car payment right? Our cars have never given us any problems other than maintenance. I drive this 2005 Toyota Camry......

My hubby drives this 2002 Ford truck..... he often tells me "this little truck takes me from point A to point B and I'm happy". He is so humble and I love that about him! The girls had so much fun playing in the back of the truck while the garage sale was going on.......

Do you like having a garage sales or do you prefer to shop at garage sales?

Giveaway Monday - Lego Party Package

2012-01-23T08:30:00.000-07:00

We have a great giveaway for you this
week! Valued at over $125, this package is filled with items to help
you throw a fabulous Lego party! What a fun theme!

lee laa loo

Sassy Classy Cupcakes

Announce Your Day

Creations By Tracey

Made by Morgan

Are you ready to enter the fun and fabulous Lego party package giveaway?!?

Here's what you need to do:
Check out the shop or website of the vendor you are most excited about and comment with your favorite item of theirs!

Stop by and "Like" the shops Facebook pages:
lee laa loo
Announce Your Day
Made by Morgan

You'll get one extra comment for each one.

Please leave a separate comment for each Facebook page you like.

Feel free to comment on their wall as well to tell them how great their products are!

Share this giveaway on your blog, Facebook or Twitter and get one more entry.

Leave a comment with the link.

Giveaway will close on Friday, January 27th, 2012 at midnight (MST)

Winner will be selected using Random.org and will be announced on Saturday, January 28th, 2012.

Thank you for all of the WONDERFUL vendors in this giveaway!

Party Feature - Circus Birthday Party

2012-01-20T05:44:00.000-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Sharon of Tutulicious!

This is such an adorable 1st birthday party! I'm in love with that circus tent cake and the adorable tee the birthday boy is wearing. Oh so cute!!

Great job, Sharon!

Vendor Credits

Personalized Cupcake Liners/Cotton Candy Cones: A Blissful Nest

Party Invites/Banner/Signs/Favor Tags/Water Bottle Labels: Party Invites

Photo Props: Maro Designs

Custom Tee: *golden*

Circus Decor/Red & White Bunting: Oriental Trading

Plastic Milk Bottles: Shop Sweet Lulu

Red and White Striped Straws: Hey Yo Yo

Cake/Popcorn Cupcakes: Sweet Layers

Photography: Kristin Dore Photography

Truthful Thursday ~ Success?

2012-01-19T01:58:00.002-07:00

I'd love to talk a bit about success.

What is success?

Who told you what success is?

Do you consider yourself successful?

What is the one thing you want to do to feel successful?

Good questions, right?

I love your emails and I wish I could respond to all of them. Here are some of the questions I get sometimes:

How did you start your business?

I want to start my own party planning business, can you give me advice?

How did you get a big following on facebook?

Where do I advertise?

Can I meet up with you and chat?

This is not professional business advice for anybody. I am simply pouring out the truth about what I live and have learned over the years.

In my opinion, here are some things you might consider if starting your own business:

#1 It is NOT EASY! I often struggle wondering if I am doing the right thing, if I am spending enough time with my family, if I should spend more time with my friends, etc..etc...

#2 If you are married, be prepared for BIG challenges in your marriage. This will be another long post....lol

#3 It is exhausting, stressful at times and overwhelming if you don't have much help.

#4 Expect doors to close or not open when you knock.

#5 It will take time to see your hard work pay off.

I started by opening my etsy shop, A to Zebra Celebrations back in October 2009. I listed items I had made for my daughter's zebra party. I didn't take out a loan or got into any sort of debt to start this business.

I continued to throw creative parties for my daughters and slowly started seeing all these party blogs and websites out there. I would submit my parties for them to consider a feature. Sometimes they would accept and other times they did not. Keep knocking doors.

I love parties! I am passionate about every little detail and creating pretty things for a unique and gorgeous party!

I love to inspire you. I want you to find your creative nitch. It may not be parties, but something else. I believe God has given us different talents, strengths and gifts to feel and be successful.

Do you ever hear someone say: "Follow your dreams".....what the heck is that?....lol

Let's break it down...... and start with this:

What do you love to do in your spare time?

What do you enjoy reading about?

What do you feel you are good at?

What do people say you are good at?

Do you get compliments when you do something creative?

What do you want to do with your talents, strengths, gifts?

Start with one little step. Whatever you feel success is, it will take time to grow.

When does someone start or stop to be successful?

I believe YOU are successful and you never stop being successful. You are a successful woman, friend, daughter, mom, sister, etc... You are talented, you can do anything but not everything, you are gifted, unique, strong, you are loved, you are special, you are blessed, you are created to be prosperous and successful!

Success is not just a business.

Success is to inspire, help, encourage, love, accept, reach out, listen, share, and do what makes you happy!

What do you believe success is?

DIY- Valentine's Centerpiece

2012-01-18T01:49:00.002-07:00

I have a big HUGE bag of red tinsel....I had no idea what to do with it..... Here's what I came up with.....easy and done in less than 10 minutes! Thank you Beba Photography for these beautiful pictures!

Supplies purchased at Hobby Lobby

Paint your wood heart with any red paint. I used this one because I had it on my shelf already. Let it dry for about 15-20 minutes.

Cut your tinsel as fine as you'd like it to be and as much as you'd like....

Add glue for glitter spray to your heart after is painted. I also use hair spray if I am out of the glue for glitter. It's way cheaper :)

Tap your heart on the tinsel and add as much as you'd like......

Add some hot glue to the edge and glue your pretty ribbon to dress it up!

You are done! It's an easy DIY craft and super affordable!

Cute Crafts & Parties Tuesday

2012-01-17T05:13:00.000-07:00

It's Tuesday! Meaning it's time to share you cute crafts & parties once again!

I love seeing all the projects and parties that are linked up!

It's easy to do: just grab the button and link up!

Can't wait to see all the cute stuff linked up today. :)

Meet A to Zebra Celebrations' Team

2012-01-16T01:47:00.005-07:00

A to Zebra Celebrations could never be what it is now without the help, time and talents of these incredible girls!

Brittany Ciara

Website/Blog Manager

Brittany is the Social Media Manger for a few companies. She is also a freelance graphic/web designer. She is self-taught and very smart!

She started her own business: Fun For EP Kids (http://www.funforepkids.com). It's a free online parent resource for families in El Paso, Tx.

Website: http://www.brittanyciara.com

Facebook: http://facebook.com/brittanyciara92

Favorite candy bar- Kit Kat bars

Favorite store- I don't like shopping, but trips to Hobby Lobby do make me happy.

Favorite holiday- Easter & Christmas

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Christine Copeland

Giveaways Coordinator

Christine is the owner of Desserts & Designs, an event styling and graphic design business started in early 2011. With a background in graphic design and a degree in interior design, she loved how event styling allowed her to combine all of these passions. She lives in West Des Moines, Iowa with her husband and their two children.

Follow her amazing work on Facebook. She rocks!
Favorite candy bar- Butterfinger
Favorite store- LOVES to shop everything!
Favorite holiday- Halloween

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Keri Elliot

Advertising Assistant

Keri is from Chicago and relocated to Georgia when she was little. She is married to her high school sweetheart. She loves baking and has recently started her own business, The Sweet Life. Her dream is to own a shop with all the sweet and yummy treats she makes!

www.kerisweetlife.com
http://sweetlife-ke.blogspot.com/
Facebook
Favorite candy bar- Snickers
Favorite store- Michaels, Hobby Lobby & NYC Company
Favorite holiday- Thanskgiving

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Michelle Knox

Blog Contributor

Michelle is the owner of I DO invitations by Michelle etsy shop. She is passionate about party planning, designs adorable invitations, tags, labels and more! I had the pleasure to meet Michelle last August in San Diego at the HWTM party. She is happily married and has a gorgeous daughter, Camryn. See her fabulous and popular Elmo party HERE.

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/idoinvitationsbymichelle
Blog: http://www.idoinvitationsbymichelle.com/
Favorite candy bar- Charleston Chew
Favorite store- Target or Pier One
Favorite Holiday- Thanksgiving

I am thankful and so lucky to have these girls in my life!!
They work so hard!!

Would you be so kind and leave them some love?

Butterfly Party Package Giveaway Winner!

2012-01-14T08:57:00.004-07:00

Congratulations to Comment #82

Kelli said, Jan 13, 2012 08:45 AM

http://www.facebook.com/#!/kellilafranca

Shared on Facebook

Please email me at atozebrachristine@gmail.com to
claim your prize.
You will have 48 hours to claim the prizes.
A new winner will be selected if I don't hear back.
Thank you again to everyone who entered the giveaway and to all our amazing vendors!

Party Feature - Ice Skating Party

2012-01-13T04:56:00.000-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Jennifer of Inspiring Giggles!

Jennifer helped style this party for Gymboree. Brandi is the owner and always throws seasonal parties for her clients and this is what they came up with. How fun! Such a beautiful winter sweets table featuring a beautiful backdrop and little ice skaters seen throughout. So adorable and I just love the elegance and simplicity of all the white and touches of blue seen on this table.

Skate on over to Jennifer's blog to read more of the fabulous party details.

Vendor Credits

Concept and Table Styling: Inspiring Giggles

Location: Gymboree Play & Music Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Backdrop: Painting based on ©istockphoto.com/aleksandarvelasevic File# 17886904

Ice Skaters & Sledders: Mary had a little party

Food Labels/Round Cupcake Toppers/Cake Stand Banner: Lace & Lollipops

Snowflake Toppers: Delectable Delights

Tree Paper for Toppers: Simply Made Scrapbooks

Mini Cupcakes & Sugar Cookies: Sweet Stacy's

Snowmen Cake Pops: Kimmy's Cake Pops (inspired by LC Cakes fondant toppers via Etsy)

Macaroons: The Sugar Monkey

Let me be truthful Thursday!

2012-01-12T00:55:00.003-07:00

Thursday is here!!!!

I invite you to see what my real life is like!.... I am an ordinary, stay-at-home mommy to 2 little girls, ages 6 and 4 1/2. They keep me b.u.s.y!!

Before I had my girls, I used to be a clean freak....no, no, no, you have NO idea!! I mean, I would scrub my grout with a toothbrush....how sick is that?!....lol I was so anal and constantly cleaned and cleaned even after I had my first girl. Well....that was quickly fading and my 2nd daughter was born....forget it!!..No way I could keep up.

2 years later, I started my business, A to Zebra Celebrations.....phew!! Cleaning?....what is that?...I would be so embarrassed if you came into my home....it's a disaster!!!

The dishes...oh my the dishes....my worst enemy besides laundry!! They just pile up every second don't they?

Here's what my kitchen sink looks like every day.....gross!! Ohhh- check out I still have my Halloween hand wash soap out in January....haha! I'm on top of it right? see what I mean?....real life!

And they just might need to sit there ALL DAY!! haha..... can you smell it?...yup! my girls say "mommy! it stinks in here".....lol

They aren't too young to help right? I wish I looked this happy doing dishes.....lol

What chore is your worst nightmare?

What would you think about opening this "Truthful Thursday" as a linky and you all can write a post and link it here for all of us to read? I'd love to read them.....it's great to know I am not the only one with a nasty kitchen and other painful truths....ha!! :)

40 & Fabulous Party!

2012-01-11T00:14:00.002-07:00

One of my friends turned 40 last month. She loves black and red. She asked if I would help her out with her desserts table and I was like "hmmmm, let me think about it".....my response "YES! I can't wait!"....lol

I literally had less than a week to come up with ideas, printables, and everything else. Thank you to my lovely Contributor, Michelle from I DO Invitations by Michelle who came to my rescue and designed for me!! I pulled out my bins with decorations and voila!...I had everything we needed. No invitation was designed for this party because it was a last minute thing and my friend emailed everyone. However, I am sure Michelle can design one to match.

I loved that this was a small, simple, but yet elegant party! My pictures are not very good because I took them....ha!! I am a horrible photographer in case you can't notice....lol

The cake and cupcakes are from Buttercream Bling. The strawberries are from Sweeticakes.com

I made the 40 N FABULOUS glitter letters hanging on the wall. It was the final touch that made this display!

The gorgeous fresh roses arrangements are from BloomingMill. I love roses!

Little details such as adding labels to the water bottles and little flags for the wine cups can make a big difference!

Some cute bags with mints and a THANK YOU tag :)

Thank you everyone who helped out with this party!! It turned out great considering I pulled it together in about 4 days....lol

Wouldn't this be adorable for a Valentine's party for adults too?

Totally Cute Crafts Tuesday

2012-01-10T01:45:00.001-07:00

It's Tuesday and that means it's time for another Totally Cute Crafts linky party here at A to Zebra Celebrations!

Link up and then make sure to grab the button and share with others!

After linking up, visit the link before your's and share some comment love. :)

Have fun!

Giveaway Monday - Butterfly Party Package

2012-01-09T06:00:00.002-07:00

Giveaway Monday's are back, we will now be doing these every other Monday! We hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful holiday season and a Happy New Year!

Valued at over $225 this butterfly party package is the perfect way to get ready for spring! It is filled with gorgeous items from seven fabulous vendors!

Bridal B ij ou

Str aw b erri e R ose

Simply Chic Lily

Cakes and Kids

Between TheSheets Co.

Noel's Paperie

Simple Pleasures AZ

Are you ready to enter this AMAZING giveaway?!?

Here’s what you need to do:

Check out the shop or website of the vendor you are most excited about and comment with your favorite item of theirs!

Stop by and “Like” the shops Facebook pages:

Bridal Bijou
Strawberrie Rose
Simply Chic Lily
Cakes and Kids
BetweentheSheetsCo.
Noel's Paperie
Simple Pleasures AZ

You’ll get one extra comment for each one.

Please leave a separate comment for each FB page you like.

Feel free to comment on their wall as well to tell them how great their products are!

Share this giveaway on your blog, Facebook or Twitter and get one more entry.

Party Feature - Vintage Train Party

2012-01-06T05:10:00.001-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Styled by Belle!

This super cute vintage train party would be any little boy's dream party! I just love every single detail Belle put together for her son's birthday party. The custom built train that held the desserts is pure genius! You have to hop on the party train and check out this amazing party. All aboard...

Hop on over to Belinda's blog to read more about this stunning party!

Vendor Credits:

Styling: Styled by Belle

Printables: Parties by Hardie

Let me be truthful Thursday!

2012-01-05T01:56:00.003-07:00

Welcome to my first weekly Thursday post of 2012!

I want to keep these posts down to earth, real, no lies, no bragging, plain simple and honest truth. By no means, I intend to come off as a negative person or a downer. I'd love for you to know that I struggle and have challenging situations often like a lot of us do!

I have been thinking about how to connect with you who are following. I often get emails about "how do you do it all"? "can you tell me how you started your business?", etc...etc... You are all so nice and leave me the sweetest comments here or my Facebook page. Thank you! I really love this phrase because this is how I feel and I am ok with that:

Source: fromupnorth.com via Nancy on Pinterest

I will get personal with you all. Let me tell you that my life is NOT perfect! I have so much guilt especially this past year. My business has taken so much time away from my family. I'm still trying to figure out balance.

I got married to a wonderful guy back in 2001. My ultimate dream in this life was to be married and become a stay-at-home mommy with a girl and a boy. Little did we know, it would take over 4 years to get pregnant after two IVF's attempts. I had a rough time while going through my infertility years. I truly have a heavy heart for anybody out there who is on this painful road right now. I know exactly how it feels to be there. God blessed us with our Ashley in Oct 2005. We were so thrilled to be parents! 9 months later I found out I was pregnant with Hannah. Yup! no trying, no drugs, no infertility doctor, nothing! I was in shock for about 4 months....lol She was born in April 2007. My girls are 17 months apart!...yikes right?....It was hard, but we got through it.

Fast forward to 2009 when my daughter Ashley had a zebra party. It was and it still is one of my favorite parties I have planned for my girls. It is special because right after that "A to Zebra Celebrations" was born. I remember opening my etsy shop and listing a few bows my mom had made and I posted some of the decorations I made for the zebra party. My thoughts were "I am doing this as a hobby when my girls are sleeping".....sounds like a perfect fit for a stay-at-home mommy right?

I decided to send the party pictures to a party site (can't remember which one) to be considered for a feature. They accepted, but after that I had other people ask if they could feature it. I was so thrilled and happy that the hard work I had put into that party was paying off and getting some attention on several party lover sites!

The items listed in my shop started selling, especially the zebra items. I didn't go into debt to start this business. I basically would buy the supplies after the customer paid for the banner they wanted.

So, there you have a brief idea of how the business got started and a little info about how we became a family of 4.

A few more truthful thoughts:

I get irritated and impatient with my girls every day.

My bed doesn't get made every day

My laundry is piled everywhere. I will share pics and do a post about laundry...lol

I used to plan my meals and I don't anymore

The list could go on and on...... You'll need to come back next Thursday to read another truthful Thursday :)

Do you have any questions, topics, or anything you'd like to see on these Thursdays posts? Leave me a comment with your ideas/questions. Do you like reading these kinds of posts?

Every Tuesday Totally Cute Crafts Link Party

2012-01-03T01:35:00.011-07:00

Welcome to my new link party!!! Join the fun every Tuesday!!

I am so excited to invite you to come share your cute crafts every Tuesday. I have been following so many crafty and DIY blogs. I am addicted! You are all so talented! Be sure to grab the button and invite others to come share!

**No giveaway links**

**No etsy shop links**

get the InLinkz code

The BEST of 2011!

2012-01-01T06:39:00.016-07:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

Here's my year in review:

JANUARY

Trip to NYC

Martha Stewart Conference

I had soooo much fun, fun, fun!!...and NO sleep for 4 nights!...lol

Here are some of my favorite pics because I only took like 300...ha!

From left to right- Me :)

Rebecca from Fresh Chick Design Studio

Caryl from Hey Caryl

Jill from Modern Cupcake

Shopping at "little missmatched"....love this store!

Had dinner at Pastis with all the party girls including these 2 lovely girls.....

Andrea from Dolce Drive

Rebecca from Fresh Chick Design Studio

This is pretty Courtney from Pizzazzerie....She is so energetic and so much fun!!

With Kim from the Celebration Shoppe.....she's so sweet!

Dreamers into Doers Martha Stewart Conference

Anders Ruff.....these girls.....wow!....they are more than amazing in person!!! Love them!!...So honored to call them my friends!

From left to right

Jennifer from Passion for parties

Me :)

Nikki from Nikki In Stitches

Aimee from Aimee Brousard Events

Kristen from 3 Little Birds Boutique

February

Valentine's photo shoot with Fresh Chick Design Studio

Featured on Hostess with the Mostess

I hosted a baby shower for one of my close friends.

Theme: Eat, Sleep, Play ball baby shower

Featured on Pizzazzerie

My craft room makeover was done!....yaaaay!! I love how it turned out. See all the before and after pictures on this post, HERE.

March

Easter play date photo shoot with Fresh Chick Design Studio

April

My daughter's Leopard Princess Party was super fun!

Featured on Celebrations at Home, Hostess with the Mostess and more

Easter TV segment on Sonoran Living ABC 15

Featuring Anders Ruff printables

May

Styled Robot Party for my friend Stephanie's son.

Party featured on Kara's Party Ideas and more!

July

4th of July photo shoot for Savvy Sassy Moms website

Featured in the July issue of the magazine, Go Gilbert!

Met Jenn from Hostess with the Mostess at Starbucks in San Diego!

One of the most down-to-earth and humble girls I know!

August

Hostess with the Mostess Website Launch Party

Theme: Alice in Wonderland

One of the BEST events of the year! It was stunning.

Here are a few pics of all the decorations!

I met so many fabulous and talented women!

This is cute Michelle from I Do Invitations by Michelle

Marie from Sweets Indeed

Chris from Celebrations at Home

Me :)

Amy from Operation Shower

Elizabeth from Bump Smitten

Rebekah from A Blissful Nest

Jennifer from Hostess with the Mostess

With Amy and Angie from Living Locurto & I Heart Faces

With Jillian from Catch my Party

With Alejandra from The Marshmallow Studio

With Tori from Thoughtfully Simple and Lisa from With Style and Grace

September 9-1-11

www.mypartyisover.com launches!!!! Wooohoo!!

Back to school party featured on Amy Atlas

"Go green party planning" TV segment for AZ Midday Channel 12

Starbucks inspired Birthday brunch for Sparkling Events $100 budget challenge

October

"Dying to party" Halloween party featured on Occasions Magazine

My daughter's Pumpkin Patch party featured on Ohdeedoh

Featured on Celebrations at Home as well

Halloween TV segment for Arizona Midday channel 12

Little Pumpkin baby shower for Bird's Party online magazine

November

www.mypartyisover.com gets featured on Candy.com

December

Kids Toy Drive Christmas party

Featured on Design Dazzle website and more!

I join Living Locurto's team as a blog Contributor to share some of my party ideas!...So excited! Thank you, Amy!

Christmas TV segment for Arizona Midday channel 12

I styled my friend's 40th birthday party!

I think this pretty much wraps it up!

It was a super crazy insane busy year, but so.much.fun!

THANK YOU for all your support, encouragement, ideas and feedback! I want to continue inspiring you and helping you throw amazing parties!!

Cheers!!!

Welcome 2012!!

DIY- Glitter Lollipop Tree

2011-12-28T01:10:00.003-07:00

It's always fun to make some cute and quick crafts to decorate my parties! Today, I am sharing how simple it is to make a pretty lollipop tree to add to the desserts table.

Supplies: Ribbon, spray paint, spray adhesive, glitter, a foam cone and lollipops

Spray paint your foam cone whatever color you want. Note- you need to buy the "Design Master" brand of paint or any foam paint. Other paint might make little holes on the foam.

After done painting, add some spray adhesive. I've also used hairspray instead and it works just as well.

Add the glitter right away and let it dry for about 15-20 minutes.

Add your ribbon around the bottom and twisting towards the top. I used my glue gun for this.

Stick your lollipops and you are done!

I made the black and yellow for my daughter's bumble bee party. Everyone loved it!

Easy right?

Have fun making one!!

Press Arizona Midday Local TV show

2011-12-27T02:42:00.049-07:00

Hello everyone!!!

I am back from spending Christmas with family in El Paso, TX! I can't believe how cold it was and it was snowing on Christmas Eve!! My girls had so much fun!

I will be blogging this week about things and events I didn't get a chance to post sooner like this one that happened this past summer.....lol

Back on August 8th, I appeared on a local TV show called, Arizona Midday.

I had a lot of fun planning and coming up with ideas on how to "go green" for party decorations. It was a quick less than 5 minutes segment, but I hope you enjoy the ideas I came up with.

My sweet friend, Andrea from LimeFlower Studio took these beautiful pictures for me.

Setting up before the show......

Toilet paper roll and a cardboard cupcake stand covered with zebra paper.....

Princess crown made with a cereal box....

Party hat made with a cereal box as well....

I save these small marshmallows because they were hard and made this centerpiece for my daughter's bumble bee party!

Can of soup wrapped with scrapbook paper. I added rocks and dead palms from my backyard.

Toilet paper roll wrapped with scrapbook paper

Recycled cans wrapped with scrapbook paper

Recycled baby wipes box to use as a gift box

I believe things don't have to be expensive to look cute and it's great to recycle.
If you like to be crafty, these are super easy and quick!

Which idea was your favorite?

Merry Christmas 2011!!

2011-12-23T03:53:00.001-07:00

Photo credit: Paula's Postscripts

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!

THANK YOU for all your support, compliments, encouragement and love! It has been an amazing year for my business, but it's all because of you! I'm truly blessed :)

THANK YOU again from the bottom of my heart!!

Nancy

Party Feature - Gingerbread House Making Party II

2011-12-21T05:29:00.000-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Melissa of Buckets of Grace!

Another adorable Gingerbread House Making Party is on the blog today. Absolutely adorable details from the gingerbread man paper fans to the perfect chef hats - it looks like the perfect kids party! Even the jolly man in the red suit made an appearance! How fun!

So adorable, Melissa! You can read more about this fab party over on her blog right here.

Vendor Credits

Printables: Frog Prince Paperie
Foam Gingerbread Men: Hobby Lobby
Striped Paper Fans: Party City
Gingerbread People Cookies: Happy Cookie Lady

Party Feature - Red + Green Kids Holiday Party

2011-12-20T05:18:00.000-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Cathy of Five O’ Five Design + Paperie!

Totally loving this adorable red + green kids Christmas party Cathy designed for her new printable collection, which also includes many inexpensive ideas for your kids holiday party! She threw this party for less than $100 and the desserts alone was less than $25! Wow.
Aren't those little North Pole Snow Mounds (donuts) just too cute! So clever. Great job, Cathy!

Head on over to Cathy's blog right here to read more about this fabulous party!

Vendor Credits

Holly Jolly Printable Set: 505 Design+Paperie
Photography: Andary Studio
Red Velvet Cupcakes: Tracie’s Sweet Treats
Peppermint Table Cloth/Place Mat/Plates: Christmas Tree Shop
Polka Dot Favor Boxes, Straws and Cupcake Liners: The Bakers Confection
Glittery Stockings and Hot Cocoa Tin: Target
Candy Cane Mint Milanos Recipes: Hostess with The Mostess

Update: New Year's Party Package Winner!

2011-12-19T09:15:00.002-07:00

Congratulations to comment #52!

Henria O. said...

"Like Domestic Charm"December 5, 2011 8:54 PM

Please email me at atozebrachristine@gmail.com to claim your prize.

You will have 48 hours to claim the prizes.

A new winner will be selected if I don't hear back.

Thank you again to everyone who entered the giveaway!

Party Feature - Snowflake Princess Party

2011-12-19T05:18:00.000-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Mande of The A Girls!

This party is just divine. Such an adorable theme for a little girls birthday and the best part is the birthday girl helped pick out everything! And that cake is magnificent. Yes, the castle is a CAKE made by her Grandma. WOW. Absolutely stunning party and looks like everything was perfect for your little princess! I'll let the pictures take your breath away...

Such an amazing party! You can read more about this fabulous party over on Mande's blog right here.

Party Feature - Holly Jolly Holiday Party

2011-12-16T04:26:00.007-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Crissy's Crafts!

Crissy does it again with another fabulous party she threw for her kids + eight of their friends. Her inspiration for the party came from polka dot wrapping paper found at Hobby Lobby. Who knew that was wrapping paper? They had a Healthy Snack Table, Hot Cocoa Bar, Holiday Sweets Table and played some unique games such as Digging in the Snow - the kids dug into fake snow to find prizes. Looks like such a fun party!!

To read more about this adorable party visit her blog right here. Great job Crissy!

Vendor Credits

Printables: Twinkle Twinkle Little Party

Decorations/Food/Sweets: Crissy's Crafts

Party Feature - Merry + Bright Kids Holiday Party

2011-12-15T06:14:00.002-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by me, Michelle with I DO invitations by michelle :)

Nancy asked me to feature my recent Kids Holiday Party and of course I jumped at the chance to share it with you. Thank you to sweet Nancy for making the ribbon garland and "Merry" banner! I styled this party for the recent holiday issue of Baby Lifestyles Magazine. I love how everything came together and the girls (+ their outfits) were just adorable! Many of the things you see were DIY - Yarn Christmas trees, spray-painted wreath and I even attempted to make the snowman donuts which I found on Pinterest. Here are a few of the fabulous photos taken by Photos by Vitella...

If you'd like to see more photos and details from this party, hop over to my blog. Thanks so much for reading! Thank you to all of the fabulous vendors listed below for your amazing talents!

Vendor Credits

Printables + Styling: I DO invitations by michelle
Photography: Photos by Vitella

Custom Holiday Tee's: *golden*

Pettiskirts: Lilies & Things

Hair Accessories: Frills
Necklaces: Miss CoCo Designs

Cake Pops: Lillycakes

Sugar Cookies: The Cookie Jar

Fondant Cupcake Toppers: Lynlee's Petite Cakes

Cake: Brianna Weichel
Cupcakes: Sweet Dreams Desserts
Flower Arrangement: Town & Country Gardens
"MERRY" Banner + Ribbon Garland: A to Zebra Celebrations

Cake Stand: OliviaDru
Plates/Napkins/Polka Dot Balloons: Polka Dot Market
Milk Bottles/Fuchsia Treat Bags/Straws/Tissue Garland: Shop Sweet Lulu
Tissue Poms: Pom Love
Ornaments + Bright Trees on Dessert Table: Hobby Lobby

DIY Yarn Trees + Wreath: I DO invitations by michelle

Party Feature - Gingerbread House Making Party

2011-12-14T05:14:00.002-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Mariah of Giggles Galore!

Can you say STUNNING? What a fun party idea for the Holidays! What child doesn't love making Gingerbread Houses? This party is just beyond adorable and looks SO fun! Swoon! I adore the red, pink + aqua color scheme and all of the sweet treats. So bright and cheery.....ahhh, to be a kid again!

Fabulous job, Mariah! This party makes me happy just looking at it! Definitely going to start this tradition with my daughter. To see more from this party visit her blog right here.

Vendor Credits

Photos + Party Styling: Giggles Galore

Printable Designs + Party Package: Dimple Prints
Fondant Cupcake Toppers & Fondant Gingerbread House: Edible Details
Cookies (Gingerbread House, Boy & Girl): Sugarlily

Party Feature - Snow Leopard Christmas Party

2011-12-13T05:19:00.004-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Jennifer of BellaGreyDesigns and Angela of Angela Saban Design!

This leopard holiday party is just fabulous! You all know I am a huge fan of leopard print. I planned a leopard princess party for my daughter last April. I also styled leopard holiday table last year with Fresh Chick Design Studio.

There are so many stunning details on this party - those beautiful cupcakes and the awesome scarf-like chair wraps with ornaments are just so clever! Jennifer said the design was based on a glamorous and elegant holiday party. She created the stocking image and added some fun ruffles and red sparkling rhinestones to the cuff. The leopard print napkin rings were punched with holes and embellished with an extra hot little ribbon and features metallic studs and stitching. Fabulous job, ladies!

Vendor Credits

Custom Party Decor: BellaGrey Designs

Table + Dessert Buffet Stylist: Angela Saban Design

Photography: Angela Saban

All Baked Goods: Angela Saban of Angel Cakes Bakery

Tutu + Poncho: Fab Tutus

Long Sleeved T-Shirt: Modern Frills

Party Feature - North Pole Christmas Party

2011-12-12T11:11:00.000-07:00

Today's Party feature is brought to you by the fabulous...

...Anders Ruff! I mean really, how cute are those cookie mittens? CUTE!

WOW. Is all I can really say. I could have sat for hours looking through all of the absolutely stunning photos and amazing details + design work. Adria + Maureen always style the most fabulous parties that make me want to be a kid again! Totally loving on this red, blue and white color palette. I'll let the photos do the talking...and be sure to check out all of the beautiful cookies!

Looks like they had a blast! You can read many more of the amazing details and see more photos over on their blog here. You can purchase this full DIY printable collection in their etsy shop!

Vendor Credits

Complete Event Styling: Anders Ruff

Printable decor, hot cocoa bar, gift tags, advent calendar mittens: Anders Ruff

Photography: Becca Bond Photography

Luxury Mountain Home Rentals in Asheville, NC: Luxury Mountain Rentals available from Yonder

Clothing and Decor Sources

Custom Aprons and Christmas Pajamas: Made by Morgan

Custom “Letter to Santa” and “North Pole” Pillows: MonMell Designs

Felt Stockings: Rik Rak

Handmade Ornaments, Runner and Wreath: Nikki in Stitches DIY Tutorial Book available at her website

Red Wooden Cake Stands: A Fabulous Fete (and some DIY)

Paper Baking Cups/Paper Fans/Tissue Poms/Nut Cups/Paper Straws/Favor Boxes/Glass Milk Bottles: My Little Lov e

Dessert Sources

Mexican Hot Chocolate sandwich cookies: Red Bird Bakery

Fondant Cupcake and Cookie Toppers: Two Sugar Babies

Santa Stamp and Santa Cookie Pops: Sweet Sugarbelle

Glittery Candy Cane, North Pole and Hanging Mitten Cookies: Allyson Jane

Square Pattern, Red/white Santa Stamp, Candy Cane, Mini Gingerberad Men and Reindeer Sugar Cookies: The Cookie Jar

Gingerbread Man Cookie pops: Oh! So Yummy Cookies and Confections

Chocolate Covered Pretzels: Pretzels Pleaze

Crafty Materials

Printing Labels: Onlinelabels.com

Adhesive: Gluedots

Poster Printing: Sign Guy

My Christmas Tree & Dollar Tree Ornaments

2011-12-12T01:00:00.004-07:00

Hello everyone!!
Today I will be sharing how to dress up your Christmas ornaments in about 5 minutes or less! That's my kind of craft these days and you might be in the same boat...ha!

I love to shop at the Dollar Tree all year around, but especially for Christmas! I purchased some plain gold ornaments for our tree this year. My tree is decorated in browns and golds. I thought my ornaments needed a little bling bling and sparkles!!

These are the supplies you need-

glue gun

ornaments

rhinestones

ribbon

Simple and quick..... I added gold ribbon to this brown glittery ornament.

Love my leopard ribbon and added some rhinestones......

Another idea to add the rhinestones only.....

Mix and match.....your ornaments will look like you paid over $5 bucks each....lol

I love me some ric rac.... so fun!

Here are some pics of what my Christmas tree looks like, but before you think I spent hundreds of dollars decorating this tree, let me tell you that I purchased all these decorations at 90% off at Hobby Lobby in January of this year. They marked their stuff 90% off around January 8th or so. I literally go every day after January 3rd so I don't miss out on the sale. This was my second year doing this. AMAZING deals!! It's like FREE...lol

Do you like me tree?
Would you be so kind and vote for it on this contest I entered please?
It's tree #48.....I appreciate it so much!!
Here's the link:
http://cooperboone.com/eat/contest

Stop and check out my new website, www.mypartyisover.com
This post is also part of, Get your craft on! at Today' Creative Blog

Share your Christmas tree with me! I'd love to see it...... leave a comment with the link :)

Happy Holidays!!!

New Year's Party Package Winner......

2011-12-11T02:41:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to comment #17!!!

Brianna said...

I "liked" Noel's Paperie

December 5, 2011 4:57 PM

Congrats Brianna!

Please email me at atozebranancy@gmail.com to claim your prize.

You will have 48 hours to claim the prizes.

A new winner will be selected if I don't hear back.

Thank you everyone for entering the giveaway!

Party Feature - Fall Feast

2011-12-09T05:20:00.000-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Crissy's Crafts!

I know Thanksgiving is over but you won't want to miss this adorable Thanksgiving Party Crissy threw for her kids + friends. Her inspiration for the party was from her native country of Brazil where corn is a big part of fall celebrations. She used corn husks to dress up the water bottles and to display and serve the food. So clever!! Crissy used the free fall printables kit from Paper Glitter.

Amazing job, Crissy! Love all of the adorable crafts. You can view more photos and details from this party over on her blog. Oh, and be sure to check out her fabulous corn husk flower tutorial right here.

Party Feature - Kids Art Party

2011-12-08T05:19:00.000-07:00

Today's Party Feature is brought to you by Leslie of Dolce Party Studio.

Leslie threw this colorful "Art Party" for her daughter Ashley and is it ever beautiful. The bright colors and all the details are stunning. Leslie mentioned her daughter loves all things art and the concept came alive visually with accents from Target's line of polka dot wrapping paper and gift bags. The party was held at their local pottery studio. Activities included decorate your own apron, paint your own pottery, create your own cupcake and a fun photo booth, which was a huge hit with the kids. I can imagine it was!

Great job, Leslie! Such a pretty party. You can view more photos from this art party over on Leslie's facebook page.

Vendor Credits
Styling/Printables/Cupcakes/Cake Pops: Dolce Party Studio
Balloons/Table Cloth: Polka Dot Market
Photo Booth Props: Party Goodies
Polka Dot Straws: Shop Sweet Lulu
Paint Palette Cookies: Cake Emprise
Polka Dot Back Drop/Favor Wrapping/Bags: Target

A To Zebra Celebrations

Truthful Thursday- Friends

Party Feature - Fly Away With Me Valentine

Operation Shower- Sunshine Safari Baby Shower

Easter Party Package Giveaway Winner!

Party Feature - Valentines Party

Truthful Thursday- Bad Mom Good Mom

Party Feature - Milk & Cookies Valentines Party

Tuesday- Crafts & Party Linky Party

Giveaway Monday - Easter Party Package

Party Feature - Monster Truck Birthday

Truthful Thursday- Buying stuff

Tuesday- Crafts & Party Linky Party

DIY Party Hats

Lego Party Package Giveaway Winner

Valentine's Day Kids Party

Truthful Thursday- Garage sale and cars

Giveaway Monday - Lego Party Package

Party Feature - Circus Birthday Party

Truthful Thursday ~ Success?

DIY- Valentine's Centerpiece

Cute Crafts & Parties Tuesday

Meet A to Zebra Celebrations' Team

Butterfly Party Package Giveaway Winner!

Party Feature - Ice Skating Party

Let me be truthful Thursday!

40 & Fabulous Party!

Totally Cute Crafts Tuesday

Giveaway Monday - Butterfly Party Package

Party Feature - Vintage Train Party

Let me be truthful Thursday!

Every Tuesday ***Totally Cute Crafts Link Party***

The BEST of 2011!

DIY- Glitter Lollipop Tree

*Press* Arizona Midday Local TV show

Merry Christmas 2011!!

Party Feature - Gingerbread House Making Party II

Party Feature - Red + Green Kids Holiday Party

Update: New Year's Party Package Winner!

Party Feature - Snowflake Princess Party

Party Feature - Holly Jolly Holiday Party

Party Feature - Merry + Bright Kids Holiday Party

Party Feature - Gingerbread House Making Party

Party Feature - Snow Leopard Christmas Party

Party Feature - North Pole Christmas Party

My Christmas Tree & Dollar Tree Ornaments

New Year's Party Package Winner......

Party Feature - Fall Feast

Party Feature - Kids Art Party

Every Tuesday Totally Cute Crafts Link Party

Press Arizona Midday Local TV show