tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25318947426714719672024-03-05T01:59:43.161-08:00Haute Moms & Couture Kids (tm)Daily inspiration for stylish living and entertaining. Get inspired by couture kid celebration tips and haute mom advice. A chronicle of where and how Haute Moms(tm) celebrate, eat, shop & entertain.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-62565573604712265862008-11-14T08:05:00.000-08:002008-12-07T23:58:24.722-08:00Baile Baio celebrates her 1st in classic style<div><div><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWeGne3eNCR9TXpL1Ge2g4jikG6JXBMgpzocWyeP1imLB7conx-PBllfaaWbXcbVrntCj4ClTCaJk8PVaig9qQytAsXWZq7IfavCoyaotYy8kxM_M9H5MM1wlglbHoOt37bVHnpguFXXM/s1600-h/baio+intro.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277317468114761042" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWeGne3eNCR9TXpL1Ge2g4jikG6JXBMgpzocWyeP1imLB7conx-PBllfaaWbXcbVrntCj4ClTCaJk8PVaig9qQytAsXWZq7IfavCoyaotYy8kxM_M9H5MM1wlglbHoOt37bVHnpguFXXM/s400/baio+intro.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div>Poodle skirts, pink <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Cadillacs</span> and hula hoops were all part of the festivities at Bailey <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">DeLuca</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Baio's</span> 50's Sock Hop themed first birthday party held at the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Braemar</span> Country Club in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Tarzana</span>, Calif., and delighted the guests with an ice cream float bar and hula hoop activities. </div><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277324447401658930" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQsvi2RqkTUk3fAjVpdNRIBgrA-qIg8foGpQ4SuYSj7XCe6YxpmSXDat_lnvZCDmCUoI5tFTxNnM8nJ56OJ4nnpEcub_I2mELlALloAjvO8jkyebi206_6Up4U73uWGboeiFUHKt_WSFM/s400/baio+entrance.jpg" border="0" /></div><div>Guests were greeted with a pink and black balloon entrance and 50's themed photo stand ups. </div><div><br /> </div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277318950468078674" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzGkFmWYpvuM0sMjzYNawEti66iBxjel84bC4pUMs4kO-p9GLkF0PcVunNGjqw0gkL_hc5KkgKr28w8w86N-QxuZmgCde5sqT1CtN6HReiv5KoFoi8L76Uby6RDobA476U4HxD4cPW7Ik/s400/baby+baio+1st.jpg" border="0" />Mom helps Bailey with her party hat. Her outfit was custom-designed by <a href="http://monalisaboutique.com/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Servane</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Barrau</span></a>. The satin shirt and skirt set included a scarf and <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">tulle</span> underskirt, and was adorned with 50's icons: poodle, guitar, dice and record appliques. The dice were finished off with teal-colored buttons. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5277320651747208546" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-NpEag74mZ-UT1En_IgVsrgo1Z9dGhsjjWIMVFW0Sd1a6mrXowF56-fBvdzMmaFNIh5XNAVh6OGsS8KytRvkZBIUk18LVNwnc0pQAICuURc0s0qouWtjcNLr6PdJEs6q-ZbVgtJXI7_o/s400/baio+cake.jpg" border="0" /><br />The pink <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Cadillac</span> cake was designed by Jill Phillips of <a href="http://www.jillscakecreations.com/" target="_blank">Jill's Cake Creations</a> in Santa Clarita, Calif was handcrafted with fondant and included real working tail lights.<br /><div> </div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-4416881288908331062008-11-10T20:15:00.000-08:002008-11-10T20:33:25.947-08:00The art of the two-fer<strong>....the science between combining birthdays</strong>.<br /><br />Often, as a children's event planner and especially during these tough economic times, I am asked by clients, friends and family about <strong>how to combine a birthday for siblings</strong>, often the children are of differing sexes and usually under the age of 5. So what are some cost effective suggestions to get you started in the right direction? I am glad you asked.<br /><br />First, <em>look for commonalities</em>. Maybe your adorable offspring both like a common television show, color or activity. That commonality could become your central theme. Some gender neutral themes are Sesame Street, Mickey and Minnie (the yellow, blue, red and polka dots could be too fun!), safari (think pink and blue safari helmets... too cute right?). Don’t forget the ever favorite pirate and princess or knights. Even favorite books and colors can be springboards for fantastic party themes.<br /><br />If you have a girly girl and a tough boy remember that <em>you can play with colors within a more masculine theme to suit the girls</em>. I know my girls would love a Barbie convertible to play with at their brother's monster truck themed party! My youngest daughter would opt out of the pink entirely and go for the lifted one with some knobby tires!<br /><br />Lastly,<em> remember the ages of each group and plan activities accordingly</em>- younger children are less independent and prefer to play individually and close to parents. A ball pit or playdough make for great open-ended fun. Older children, ages 4 and up are more independent and capable of cooperative play. (Think treasure hunts, kiddie obstacle courses and other exciting games)<br /><br />Most importantly, remember kids are simple and birthdays are about celebrating time with one another. The best party is one where friends and family can smile, laugh and make memories together.<br /><br /><em>Here's wishing you a million wishes and endless happily ever afters!</em>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-16829244514459073002008-11-08T17:59:00.000-08:002008-11-08T18:29:56.041-08:00The not so TERRIBLE TWOSYou've made it another year. You have survived the midnight feedings, the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">crawlng</span>, the walking and now your precious little one is about to adventure gleefully into her second year of life. The only question is, "How on earth do I throw a birthday party for a two year old?" Here are a few tips:<br /><br /><strong>1.Pick a two year old friendly theme.</strong> By now you have giggled to countless hours of play, music and television. Pick a theme that your toddler easily recognizes to create the unifying theme for the celebration. Your theme could come from things as simple as your child's favorite color, book, toy, song or video. Themes like Little Einsteins, Mickey Mouse Club, Pink Cupcake and Mod Monkey all have fantastic colors and activities that easily lend themselves to many creative and fun decorations and games.<br /><br /><strong>2. Keep your guest list manageable.</strong> Two year <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">olds</span> are often overwhelmed by the excitement of a big day. It may be difficult to resist the urge to invite the entire preschool class or playgroup but limiting the number of guests you invite to an intimate few will help reign in the budget and stave off the birthday meltdown experienced by an overstimulated toddler.<br /><br /><strong>3. Pick toddler friendly, open ended activities. </strong>Two year <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">olds</span> are not capable of cooperative group play yet and sharing is a concept that is yet to be mastered. Instead of group <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">activities</span> opt for individual activities that can be played <em>side by side</em> such as <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">play dough</span>, coloring, sand box and bubbles. Be sure to have enough play items for each guest and encourage the parents to remain close to their child at each <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">play station</span> (and peaceful playtime) by providing adequate seating around the area of play. Dont forget small tables to free parent's hands for more hands-on play.<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>Click on this link to our favorite treasure trove of party supplies:<br /></strong><br /><a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=146059&u=227385&m=11839&urllink=&afftrack" target="_new"><img src="http://www.shareasale.com/image/468x60_2ndbirthday.jpg" border="0" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-80342006530926011202008-10-30T08:49:00.000-07:002008-11-10T20:54:40.049-08:00Haute Mom: Gwen Stefani welcomes Zuma Nesta Rock Rossdale!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhckHJeTSZHGjwF_M1ZlFm2OD7vRaJvhdNLJmhwbSDMvZJFmlMHjoVA5ZUolc8sC_qrzzqkDLHgc3XUfWLXwXEwbcmBLyKkl8wwyQGKRwFeFqx_bGXUPml1dUjOlltEVd6jw98lHr6if38/s1600-h/gwen_stefani.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267257713741312914" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhckHJeTSZHGjwF_M1ZlFm2OD7vRaJvhdNLJmhwbSDMvZJFmlMHjoVA5ZUolc8sC_qrzzqkDLHgc3XUfWLXwXEwbcmBLyKkl8wwyQGKRwFeFqx_bGXUPml1dUjOlltEVd6jw98lHr6if38/s320/gwen_stefani.jpg" border="0" /></a> Two months after giving birth, Gwen Stefani is showing off her newest bundle of joy: Zuma Nesta Rock Rossdale. The singer, who was spotted with the newborn at a Beverly Hills library on Wednesday, posed with son Zuma in a photo taken by her father, Dennis, and posted on <a href="http://www.nodoubt.com/news/?nid=17103" target="_blank">No Doubt</a>'s Web site.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-61925370515483913982008-10-24T09:35:00.000-07:002008-11-10T21:40:11.116-08:00Haute mom: Kelly Rutherford celebrates son Hermes 2nd birthday<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHG80nuTSEEzMBmLzVVTyCYe-Ibseyhmr2zOiODOdFzu_I3_39BQsQfgtGjwhWwPpZtbIUkTk7VXVg9lAuWTreEVXUZ8o4bJjBAQy2IVcc4-fahf98voQLdYs3kue9qiweKp1jIFFZHqs/s1600-h/Kelly-2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267270555004777314" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHG80nuTSEEzMBmLzVVTyCYe-Ibseyhmr2zOiODOdFzu_I3_39BQsQfgtGjwhWwPpZtbIUkTk7VXVg9lAuWTreEVXUZ8o4bJjBAQy2IVcc4-fahf98voQLdYs3kue9qiweKp1jIFFZHqs/s320/Kelly-2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgobXVKj0W6fJxw41bqUrM5GHq3pCbfFck1ITP71eJ9p5NQ6xnNBgPHwqKhu-P4EOfipBWIyVj6ta1LQ1YMud39llXqvo4mQLJ7QH5QivKa8Yg1xw2iDfsnLDYsi5DHbULdQhJIPQfXKRQ/s1600-h/Kelly-1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267269534394713410" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgobXVKj0W6fJxw41bqUrM5GHq3pCbfFck1ITP71eJ9p5NQ6xnNBgPHwqKhu-P4EOfipBWIyVj6ta1LQ1YMud39llXqvo4mQLJ7QH5QivKa8Yg1xw2iDfsnLDYsi5DHbULdQhJIPQfXKRQ/s320/Kelly-1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div>Hermés Gustaf Daniel Giersch celebrated his second birthday in style on October 19th with a <em>Gymboree Play-and-Music-themed party</em>. Mom Kelly Rutherford and fellow Melrose Place alum Marcia Cross tried their hands at hula-hooping, while Hermés joined in on the fun. "He's curious about everything," explained Gossip Girl star Kelly.<br />Hermés may be getting a sibling in the future -- Kelly, 39, recently revealed that she is planning another child with husband Daniel Giersch.<br /><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:78%;">Source: </span><a href="http://lifeandstylemag.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:78%;">Life & Style</span></a></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-91291548036021488052008-10-08T09:45:00.000-07:002008-11-10T21:52:53.827-08:00Haute Mom: Dayna Devon of EXTRA celebrates her daughter's 3rd.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK3eFGAiqxunyF9GfaI7O7o50rUTeWMVIzG2DY6j-motnoijBNH0UPEdAP3cTX63uK3cETPiAMi4uO9rAFV6Vb3k9H9WKJiwCUbV4WzvFHlRVxCtFd3pwPoWM0uFlT29o4cBtgvkO_urA/s1600-h/dayna_devon_2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267272477081390162" style="WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 150px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK3eFGAiqxunyF9GfaI7O7o50rUTeWMVIzG2DY6j-motnoijBNH0UPEdAP3cTX63uK3cETPiAMi4uO9rAFV6Vb3k9H9WKJiwCUbV4WzvFHlRVxCtFd3pwPoWM0uFlT29o4cBtgvkO_urA/s200/dayna_devon_2.jpg" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAycmBrmLh2YDreNJYy_lVamvo0S7wl4AVxHM4aO_Pk6R_qmx2QZTxk4rWC-6xyVX9Frbwj9_O49EQXdDh00n1AlxZjM7gEQHNunN-Vqgr4oaglVcMw-YYZNKENoIJrxK3pUkznXEUkds/s1600-h/dayna_devon_1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267272408487228338" style="WIDTH: 150px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAycmBrmLh2YDreNJYy_lVamvo0S7wl4AVxHM4aO_Pk6R_qmx2QZTxk4rWC-6xyVX9Frbwj9_O49EQXdDh00n1AlxZjM7gEQHNunN-Vqgr4oaglVcMw-YYZNKENoIJrxK3pUkznXEUkds/s200/dayna_devon_1.jpg" border="0" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVtIU_qPBiz_FAMsfvPb6yAyDcRtNr26ZMliH30H5q9k7do8BJv2ZJ-F3RCAR9cW1zrks0d65d07cafUA6hAvUlTK5y53rJCuyTwe6HbCLAMovftM0DYN9QLS0Obv5Y38i4-yAO8KzCIY/s1600-h/dayna_devon_4_2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267272570941029954" style="WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 150px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVtIU_qPBiz_FAMsfvPb6yAyDcRtNr26ZMliH30H5q9k7do8BJv2ZJ-F3RCAR9cW1zrks0d65d07cafUA6hAvUlTK5y53rJCuyTwe6HbCLAMovftM0DYN9QLS0Obv5Y38i4-yAO8KzCIY/s200/dayna_devon_4_2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:78%;">Photos Courtesy of Dayna Devon</span><br /><br /> EXTRA correspondent Dayna Devon loves hosting parties, and daughter Emmi Reese's third birthday was an occasion to throw one! Pink princess Barbie was the main theme for the September bash -- complete with a fuchsia carpet -- as Emmi's friends arrived in their frilliest dresses.<br />Guests dined on pink lemonade, heart-shaped sandwiches, and a towering Barbie Castle cake, then gathered in a cozy movie tent for a screening of Barbie and the Diamond Castle with Barbie herself!<br /><br /><strong>Haute Mom's Tip:</strong> Invite your guests to come dressed up as princesses to cut costs and take the guess work out of providing dress up costumes. Provide a table of fun and frilly dress up accessories like rings and neclaces to take the fun over the top!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-63963193001424455492008-09-13T08:56:00.000-07:002008-11-10T21:54:35.303-08:00Haute Mom Britney Spears throws a Monster Jam for Jaden and Preston.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNjp4XfNin-7B6K4vqgmiBK1iwqNO1LZ6iRiSM5zpGUTdeOHJThzP-zbKPHzYZYS8iMjsIsv57_uhQYgWLoeSIUNizqh5_TVPL2d5r_6FmdTU4GA-mXWr1wgFmAtJ4Ihvw0a1mB7hXkM4/s1600-h/britney_spears+08913.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267261782231177922" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNjp4XfNin-7B6K4vqgmiBK1iwqNO1LZ6iRiSM5zpGUTdeOHJThzP-zbKPHzYZYS8iMjsIsv57_uhQYgWLoeSIUNizqh5_TVPL2d5r_6FmdTU4GA-mXWr1wgFmAtJ4Ihvw0a1mB7hXkM4/s320/britney_spears+08913.jpg" border="0" /></a> <div align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">Photo credit: Jayden and Preston Federline Photo by: Starzlife; INF (inset)</span></div><div><strong>Britney Spears</strong> revved up the celebration for sons Preston and Jayden on Saturday, throwing her sons a joint <a href="http://www.celebrateexpress.com/celebration/pages/products/Product_BD.aspx?sku=E2402">car and truck-themed birthday bash</a> in Los Angeles. And the party was truly a family affair. Spears celebrated her boys' special days – Preston turns 3 on Sept. 14, and Jayden turned 2 on Sept. 12 – with sister Jamie Lynn Spears, her newborn niece Maddie Briann, dad Jamie and mom Lynne. Held at close friend Adrienne Maloof-Nassif's Beverly Park house, the outdoor party drew some famous guests, including Jenny McCarthy with her son Evan, and Gwen Stefani's son Kingston, 2, who came to the bash from an equally starry affair: He celebrated Heidi Klum's son Henry's 3rd birthday at the model's Beverly Hills house along with all three of Victoria Beckham's sons.But the guests of honor seemed to be having the best time. <em>Preston and Jayden drove around the party in mini motorized cars, which were customized Ed Hardy by Christian Audigier. The cars featured tattoo-inspired decals, Ed Hardy air fresheners and personalized license plates. To keep with the party's theme, the cake was in shape of a yellow truck.</em> "</div><br /><br /><strong>Haute Mom's Tips</strong>: You too can throw a great <a href="http://http//www.celebrateexpress.com/celebration/pages/products/Product_BD.aspx?sku=E2402">monster truck themed party</a> like Britney. Think of match box car party favors, make personalized licence plates for bikes as a craft and fun games of red light green light. <a href="http://www.monsterjamonline.com/birthday">CLICK HERE</a> to sign up for the FREE Monster Jam Birthday Club! Receive a birthday card in the mail from the superstars of Monster Jam along with special offers during your birthday month! <div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:78%;"></span></span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-65476752844408749252008-08-13T09:55:00.000-07:002008-11-10T22:28:01.391-08:00Haute Mom: Bachelorette Trista Sutter celebrates son Max's 1st.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9z9QYTYJe8sZuZSe9JNVRFAXlQFqUcZ7CIM71gZqIV1IMwXqYlI_ZpVy0V4w7NLPkRBNIfIZlP2EPKqGUDyniLyJ6fJOmGFJaXSUxKa20XJ1zjyXj8bofhWCSHJvdIFh5x64amVy9Nt4/s1600-h/max_candylandbirthday_5.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267279156715385666" style="WIDTH: 196px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9z9QYTYJe8sZuZSe9JNVRFAXlQFqUcZ7CIM71gZqIV1IMwXqYlI_ZpVy0V4w7NLPkRBNIfIZlP2EPKqGUDyniLyJ6fJOmGFJaXSUxKa20XJ1zjyXj8bofhWCSHJvdIFh5x64amVy9Nt4/s320/max_candylandbirthday_5.jpg" border="0" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfjoyib4ZkqXbrM6Efe2VL0ZNFi909xuqdRp7wjdF3gMIVUrV8VrxrN6ypFpn_j5qQC9TRLDYU94p1-HzHjoiXmCgMU_j5alIQ53zVxSM5aVm-piArkT-mEwMZnlE6rvcDfabgn_7eq54/s1600-h/trista+and+ryan.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267279232213189714" style="WIDTH: 166px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 254px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfjoyib4ZkqXbrM6Efe2VL0ZNFi909xuqdRp7wjdF3gMIVUrV8VrxrN6ypFpn_j5qQC9TRLDYU94p1-HzHjoiXmCgMU_j5alIQ53zVxSM5aVm-piArkT-mEwMZnlE6rvcDfabgn_7eq54/s320/trista+and+ryan.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh29Uc4XRw4lu04jZmd8FscVa72ZgDKH784rCXSupNLXOk03_krIP9ifOnU6KH8-bLp6Un3ha5dOlJ2wSAQG2N6gl4nF4idCx80rn-p404usAieJSAh7irJQ4tkvM_ci9dBwjtHV0x8GgY/s1600-h/trista+and+ryan.bmp"></a>Trysta and Ryan celebrate their son Maxwell Alston Sutter's 1st birthday with a sweet <a href="http://www.celebrateexpress.com/celebration/pages/products/Product_BD.aspx?iRec=16&pageID=1&TabID=0&N=0&search=candyland&SKU=BDD950">canydland themed celebration</a>. Max Sutter who celebrated his first bithday on July 25th enjoyed a celebration featuring a menu of hamburger sliders, snow cone french fries and candy buffet complete with lollipop center pieces and chocolate cupcakes. As you can see the birthday boy, along with mom and dad had a smashing time.</div><div></div><div><strong>Haute Mom's Tip:</strong> Cupcakes are a great idea for a first birthday party. Make the most of your theme by using a cupcake tower decorated with themed cupcake toppers.<br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPrbdBjkH7PxIL2PEaneqFbM3chPA-x4QkRX_chN8VLJN7cl6UTPFFwoZN6P27fm0EeeDoBlqXu-lfH4POVAVa3i_Mj-ZCAFXvRrIQNMQn5k_duYRSL-XrxFw5JWbJXYhhjT7hi24K4Uk/s1600-h/max_candylandbirthday_5.jpg"></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-4532403731034940922008-08-12T09:03:00.000-07:002008-08-12T09:12:49.826-07:00An Over the Top Adventure: Kayaking in Laguna Beach<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/VB_xrkwCZzo&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/VB_xrkwCZzo&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-60019884288639202482008-06-18T08:05:00.000-07:002008-06-18T13:02:22.496-07:00Family Friendly Escapes<a href="http://www.calactive.com/"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5213311656964206706" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgHzuooFTCR0cfWDO2PSQ_1uVuk5bSDo0E28v7Uxytp6h59RXubPikdDEC6J8naMF_fyZD-TxCio7DR6O1R40Sorof-anjVxAXHBieXVXb7_pwa7sAcp3wliwyenK0oCm_Kzqtr-nUfEQ/s400/La+Vida+Laguna.jpg" border="0" /></a>I love going on outings with my family but there are days where my creative river runs dry- that's when a company like <a href="http://www.calactive.com/">Cal Active</a> comes in handy. Consider them your go to guide for all things active and fun in Southern California!<br /><br />Check back later as we visit some of the activities and experience them first hand from a <a href="http://overthetopproductions.com/">children's party perspective</a>! <a href="http://info@overthetopproductions.com">Let us know</a> if there are any activities you have always wanted to try but are unsure just how well it would work out for the whole family. We'd love to check it out for you.<br /><br />Stay tuned.... we will be going on a grand kayaking adventure in Laguna Beach. Sea Lions, Dolphins and waves... Oh my.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-20806756870095761632008-05-20T08:33:00.000-07:002008-05-20T22:09:05.317-07:00The Buzz of a new arrival<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkfDaHgQBhTIz1s2eV7UKYeNqQFSm-ynnVa9D5mMo6z8n2G2vfKD9Hs-yJkwa6S80WXYf4UkJOfLlr77WiTQY8MATs6SznjyZQZChJet6JpSs5R4xOW0T29T1wl5VI-skGV8tytfbOsu4/s1600-h/blog+image+bees.jpg"><span style="font-size:85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5202669428577991426" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkfDaHgQBhTIz1s2eV7UKYeNqQFSm-ynnVa9D5mMo6z8n2G2vfKD9Hs-yJkwa6S80WXYf4UkJOfLlr77WiTQY8MATs6SznjyZQZChJet6JpSs5R4xOW0T29T1wl5VI-skGV8tytfbOsu4/s400/blog+image+bees.jpg" border="0" /></span></a><span style="font-size:85%;"> <span style="font-family:georgia;">New additions to the family always set the family abuzz with excitement. Why not celebrate the arrival of your newest one with a buzz-worthy bee themed event?</span></span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:georgia;"> I am absolutely in love with bees and everything yellow this season, so I couldn't think of a more exciting theme for a dear client's baby shower. I can just imagine the cute chocolate <a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/recipe/recipedetail.cfm?objectid=33F3CDB6%2DE1E8%2D78A4%2DCFD6616D514EA23F">devil's food cake beehive</a> atop an adorable hive like cupcake tower! Napoleon bee de lys table cloths and fantyastic <a href="http://www.coldwatercreek.com/products/product.aspx?productid=39946&ensembleid=45843&bpid=96&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=39946">bee soap favors </a>and <a href="http://www.louellapress.com/wedding.aspx?style=honeycomb">thank yous </a>are sure to send the guest buzzing about your big day for weeks to come.</span><br /></span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Check out these yummy bee recipes:</strong></span><br /><a href="http://www.williams-sonoma.com/recipe/recipedetail.cfm?objectid=33F3CDB6%2DE1E8%2D78A4%2DCFD6616D514EA23F"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Williams-Sonoma Beehive cake </span></a><br /><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"><a href="http://www.culinary.net/recipes/kids/3038-beehivecupcakes.html">Recipe for adorable Bee Cupcakes</a><br /></span><br />Invites From <a href="http://www.louellapress.com/wedding.aspx?style=honeycomb">Louella Press</a> Honeycomb edition would set the tone for a fantastic day- not just for weddings anymore RSVP cards can take the hassle out of planning your big celebration.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:78%;">>>> SOURCING:<br />Handcrafted Pewter Bee Hive Bank: Engrave able </span><a href="http://silverimpressions.stores.yahoo.net/pehobeba.html"><span style="font-size:78%;">Silver Impressions</span></a><span style="font-size:78%;"> $60.50, Wallace silver smiths: Napoleon Bee 45 pc. Flatware set- </span><a href="http://www.horchow.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=cprod31360064&parentId=cat3010733&ecid=HCCIGoogleFeed&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=H2GM4"><span style="font-size:78%;">Horchow </span></a><span style="font-size:78%;"> $174.90, Honey House Bee Bar Gift St </span><a href="http://www.coldwatercreek.com/products/product.aspx?productid=39946&ensembleid=45843&bpid=96&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=39946"><span style="font-size:78%;">Coldwater Creek </span></a><span style="font-size:78%;"> $10.99, Slane and Slane Pave Bee Ring, <a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod29500070&parentId=cat12100742&ecid=NMCIGoogleBaseFeed&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=Y8996">Nieman Marcus</a> $2050.00; <a href="http://www.surlatable.com/product/bee+glassware+dessert+dishes%2C+set+of+6.do?search=basic&keyword=bee&sortby=gsa&asc=true&page=1">Sur Le Table </a>Bee Glassware Dessert Dishes Set of 6 47.50. </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-79912993988423463862008-05-16T08:15:00.000-07:002008-05-16T08:15:01.363-07:00Capturing Memories<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1-xPCNPSkpO6f3OKNqeBlNYkicKqsByzhJPrBIkQVbUy5CZEB2M3LcKEFLuJABWgVGpuz80DHKkJdMDIWGv4GyQuv-H_qDHegpmXCmbqqtRrGDa-OIJRXfGbD3t6RGxecEYd5wJ6k4mU/s1600-h/5oztaperedwithbox.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5200840494064401122" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" height="132" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1-xPCNPSkpO6f3OKNqeBlNYkicKqsByzhJPrBIkQVbUy5CZEB2M3LcKEFLuJABWgVGpuz80DHKkJdMDIWGv4GyQuv-H_qDHegpmXCmbqqtRrGDa-OIJRXfGbD3t6RGxecEYd5wJ6k4mU/s400/5oztaperedwithbox.jpg" width="200" border="0" /></a><br />Isn't it amazing how scent can trancend time and space and take you back to the beginning of a memory? Remeber the smell of cookies baking in grandma's kitchen or the musky cologne of your first love? Fragrance is the score, the melodic undertone to our memory and I have found a fantastic candle line that combines the powerful relationship of scent and memory with an elegant 100% natural, long burning, soy based candle. With each of it's 12 luxurious scents Gem Bebe's candles will bring you over 60 hours of memories from the cotton scented bath time to the violet, amber, & oak moss of sweet memories. Each scent will leave you captivated- just as they have captivated some of Hollywood's most famous.<br /><br /><em>haute mom tip</em>: Give these fantastic candles as nursery room gifts. I have used the travel tins as luxe baby shower favors.<br /><br />>>>sourcing:<br />You can buy Gem <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">bebe</span> <strong>online</strong> at: <a href="http://www.gembebe.com/catalog.php?category=11">Gem Bebe.com </a><br /><strong>Boutiques:</strong><br />Bella <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Carta</span> In <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Rancho</span> Santa Margarita, Ca<br />Out of the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Bleu</span> in Foothill Ranch, CaUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-26666648388782163562008-05-14T08:00:00.000-07:002008-05-14T08:00:17.326-07:00Crustless Creativity<div align="justify"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin3Ak8CuXs17n-sSz2YfMBEuL7beW_wV3e1sXvKP4dvh2xUATZ6AXrXJpoNIS7srram8KHachc_Ogc5iHD8tg5kDERpoktQg-kibe5y70aXU4825EWeEzkhyphenhyphenpRnYhVNqyI-xywKyvbnZs/s1600-h/crust+cutters.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5199401022890244818" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" height="204" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin3Ak8CuXs17n-sSz2YfMBEuL7beW_wV3e1sXvKP4dvh2xUATZ6AXrXJpoNIS7srram8KHachc_Ogc5iHD8tg5kDERpoktQg-kibe5y70aXU4825EWeEzkhyphenhyphenpRnYhVNqyI-xywKyvbnZs/s400/crust+cutters.jpg" width="214" border="0" /></a> <span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">If your house is filled with picky eaters like mine, you'll love the crust cutter- a cute and inventive way to make a crustless sandwich while minimizing waste. Encourage healthy eating with adorable dinosaur grilled chesse or heart peanut buter and jelly sandwiches with the press of cookie-cutter like device. Each cutter has a repeat emblem in reverse, to cut two perfect and entertaining sandwich bread sized halves. </span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Haute mom's tip</strong>: For cute, kid-friendly appetisers & entertaining you could also take this tool beyond your average sandwich cutting borders and bring new life into cheese slices as well.... Oh, the endless possibilities!<br /></span></span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"></span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">>>>sourcing: </span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">1. </span><a href="http://www.hearthsong.com/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Hearthsong</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"> $6.95 each</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">2. </span><a href="http://www.leapsandbounds.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=345757"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Leaps and Bounds</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"> $4.95</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">3. </span><a href="http://www.hearthsong.com/"><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Hearthsong</span> </span></span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">$6.95</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">4. </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Mom-Invented-Crustless-Sandwich-Assortment/dp/B000MEA9XC/ref=pd_bbs_1?ie=UTF8&s=baby-products&qid=1210580667&sr=8-1"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Amazon</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"> $14.95 for 4</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-81202404986840796012008-05-13T08:04:00.000-07:002008-05-13T08:04:00.226-07:00Couture Kids Find: Musical Skirts<a href="http://hearthsong.com/hearthsong/product.do?section_id=0&bc=1005&pgc=1802&cmvalue=HS0Normal%20Search%20ResultP1"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5199386909627710146" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 165px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 198px" height="198" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4vFAivB03szhBeEtt9PCVGxNBsZM3R0lq79ev8jYLppco-tJBfsE50qqGDGmxa0OfcFbyfI0X_g4g1M3Jxfq3EFKwOJ9WidaeC4rv2UAQHz-mVHNxuAMH8P87WEkOb2ki25B2PuaqYtk/s400/musical+skirt.jpg" width="120" border="0" /></span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Check out this catchy, active, and incredibly fun, musical skirt from </span><a href="http://hearthsong.com/hearthsong/product.do?section_id=0&bc=1005&pgc=1802&cmvalue=HS0Normal%20Search%20ResultP1"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Hearthsong</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">- a childrens playtoy company dedicated to preserving the fleeting essence of childhood. It's a perfect way to get kids moving, dancing, and giggling. Interactive and incredibly fun -the music starts the minute your little one begins to boogy. Go-go Gadget-like in nature, the sound eminates from a superior-sound-quality, motion-activated sound chip hidden inside the flounces of the polka-dotted, double-crinolined skirt. Simply donning one of the enchanting ballerina costumes is enough to turn children into graceful, expressive dancers, at least in their imaginations- accompanied by a full symphony orchestra playing Tchaikovsky. The Pink Dress plays Swan Lake and goes a long way toward bringing out the inner prima ballerina. The skirt comes in pink, polka dot and red and fits most children ages 3-6.<br /><br />>>>sourcing: You can order the musical costume online at </span><a href="http://hearthsong.com/hearthsong/product.do?section_id=0&bc=1005&pgc=1802&cmvalue=HS0Normal%20Search%20ResultP1"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Hearthsong</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">. Prices range from $26.99 to $32.98</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-49133712795070782452008-05-12T08:05:00.000-07:002008-05-23T14:51:24.253-07:005 Star No Jar Baby Food<div align="justify"><a href="http://www.pommebebe.com/"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5199371426270608050" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" height="180" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLrsV5ONlpoE80qFZUTLuWpJwvLUU4O__sFmhAqXhYx8aeZ18ATn8tayxrQNlp3BP3D-iUkA12zWu32Rsv_sFkpB7Hv1_5xCpMQV94JNsT_JDmpszkcjOD5obMh7HSbSN8_wRcntle-50/s400/pommebebe.jpg" width="236" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Your little bundle of joy will go gaga over this company that makes and serves organic gourmet baby food: <em>Pomme Bebe</em> in Newport Beach, Ca.<br /><br /></span><a href="http://www.pommebebe.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Pomme Bébé</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"> produces small batches of fresh organic baby food. The vibrantly colored and tasty food is simmered slowly to retain the maximum amount of wholesome nutrients that your baby needs and is tastier and far more healthful than your average grocery store find. The menu changes every season at Pomme Bébé relying on the freshness of seasonal produces.<br />You can buy Pomme Bébé food at their Newport Beach West Cliff Plaza store, </span><a href="http://shop.pommebebe.com/?ck=PGLHFCTMUD&pk=71C81F2385"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">online</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"> or by phone. The food can be opted for next day delivery at your door or if your wee one is fast asleep in her carseat, call ahead for an easy curbside pick-up.<br /><strong>Bébé Bar and Bébé Lounge</strong>: In their chic kid-friendly store you can sit your baby in an egg shaped high chair and try out fresh food samples at Pomme Bébé bar. I love the Bébé lounge where parents can meet in a hip and inviting atmosphere to enjoy a wholesome treat or fresh-squeezed juice.<br /><strong>Haute Mom's tip</strong>: A Bebe party. No need to clean your house for your next playdate. Simply host a playgroup at Pomme Bébé. Your kids will be able to sample their organic ready to serve baby food, you will receive nutritional information and the babies can play with toys in the nicely designed Baby Lounge.<br /><em>Pomme Bébé</em> 2043 Westcliff Drive, Suite 106, Newport Beach, CA 92660 949.200.7430 </span></div><br /><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">HOURS: Monday-Friday 9:30am-5:30pm, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm<br />>>> Sourcing:<br /></span></div><br /><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Buy online: </span><a href="http://shop.pommebebe.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Pomme Bébé online store</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"> – price: $3.25 - $4.50 per 4 oz container</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-80193799392757243452008-05-11T08:15:00.000-07:002008-05-12T12:01:37.814-07:00Happy Mother's Day!<div align="justify"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghcejb504eN8jhqPPzqdoJPRE8QTcb4IgSes9RKIU3kyLFV2EJYdJQ3hzAC5bdHW-AkgfyNlDMRmfawkCzpS_7I-cTcdjwowgGsTUkC9_brl4iOcqpKt5PwULoN6D49UNFrTdYMDoEGNI/s1600-h/june_cleaver-w-blur.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5199362237705021026" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" height="157" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghcejb504eN8jhqPPzqdoJPRE8QTcb4IgSes9RKIU3kyLFV2EJYdJQ3hzAC5bdHW-AkgfyNlDMRmfawkCzpS_7I-cTcdjwowgGsTUkC9_brl4iOcqpKt5PwULoN6D49UNFrTdYMDoEGNI/s400/june_cleaver-w-blur.jpg" width="163" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>Happy Mother's day to all of our <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Haute</span> Moms!</strong> </span></span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Today we take the time to thank you for all your shuttling, loving, scheduling, caring and cleaning that you do for us! I hope you have a lovely breakfast in bed or- as I did, take the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">fam'</span> for coffee, breakfast and a <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">leisurely</span> stroll around the lake. Isn't it convenient to have a Starbucks and your favorite bakery right next door to each other? The kids munched their way through an organic milk and a muffin while I sipped my <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">venti</span> soy skinny cinnamon <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">dulce</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">leche</span> and nibbled an egg, feta & spinach wrap. Then, hand and hand with handsome-hubby-dearest, we walked around the lake. As a special bonus treat, my handsome co-parent was on keeping-kids-out-of-the-lake-patrol. He did a brilliant job. Not a single soggy child when the adventure was through. </span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;"><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"></span></span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"></span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;"><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"></span></span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:85%;">My family gave me wonderful gifts- a lovely self-potted sunflower from my <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">kinderg</span></span></span><a href="http://www.heavenlyhostess.com/"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5199365841182582386" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 213px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 152px" height="170" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoUAkQUVLuFciz0tu4k1NS_w2G2uRhxryFfxppXa9BaUZTFD3argNk1FQWx1UCyK9HOpbjoLGsXQLPP9J0KQwSy6RNzh6C63V44u6QAAQb6CRJNPvtPWOKITzJfLSqQlQKxqA_d0WQU_g/s400/heavenly+hostess+apron.jpg" width="226" border="0" /></span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">ardner</span>, home made bracelets from my school <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">agers</span> and a beautifully scribbled self portrait from my preschooler- and an adorable designer apron from the hubby made by </span></span><a href="http://www.heavenlyhostess.com/"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Heavenly Hostess</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">... Side note to save hubby's hide: I requested this gift. ***Note of warning to other fabulous husbands out there: NEVER buy your <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">haute</span> mama an apron (no matter how sexy) unless she asks for it by name.*** But isn't it adorable?- </span><a href="http://www.heavenlyhostess.com/desperate_housewives.pdf"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Eva <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">Longoria</span> wore this exact print on <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">Desperate</span> housewives.</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"> Note the figure flattering a line shape, designer (and <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">reversible</span> fabrics), cute contrasting pockets and beautifully ruched bust. I can just imagine the entertaining I will do with this! Heavenly Hostess even makes petite versions to suit mom and daughter cooking. FABULOUS! You can stop by and check out the </span><a href="http://www.heavenlyhostess.com/contact_us.html"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Heavenly Hostess boutique</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">, located in <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13">old town</span> Orange at the Orange Circle, yourself. Let Cynthia, the owner, know </span><a href="http://www.overthetopproductions.com/"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Over the Top Productions</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"> sent you! Happy Mother's day gals. Enjoy! </span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-86429588867010670402008-05-06T07:03:00.000-07:002008-05-12T12:02:56.485-07:00Celebration Inspiration: Ceremony Magazine<a href="http://www.ceremonymagazine.com/"><span style="font-size:85%;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5196769478342799490" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWEZ-59XnIXTQaXgfpKhGhPHa9aRXVVKVC9d7r2o12PKWSf6H-5LUook09UkPV11Op7HgrTr0H7YcvVT82haRq1xOQUK6pByjhk-j9yDwYp7A9YG1tcNCEw3zcv8rSpJhhs231dEAWFKg/s400/ceremony+oc.jpg" border="0" /></span></a><span style="font-size:85%;"> <span style="font-family:georgia;">Ever struggled with creating the perfect "look" for your celebration? Want to stay in-the-know about trends, color schemes and upscale decor styles for events? </span></span><a href="http://www.ceremonymagazine.com/"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Ceremony Magazine</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">- an industry resource aimed for brides to be, is eye candy for anyone who loves to entertain. Inside their annual publication you'll find hundreds of images of real weddings taken by the industries best photographers. With the turn of each page you'll be dazzled by stunning decor, breath taking floral arrangements, the hottest <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">tablescapes</span> and reception design... perfect tinder for a brainstorming blaze! (And at $7.00 an issue- you might as well buy all 3) You can find ceremony magazine at your local bookstore- we bought ours at Borders- in the magazine rack or </span><a href="https://ceremonymagazine.ipower.com/order.htm"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">buy direct</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"> and pay only $4.00 shipping & handling)</span><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"><br /><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">haute</span> mom's tip</strong>: Every look can be adapted to suit your own personal celebration. Look for the little touches- hanging crystals, textured cloth, vibrant color <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">pallate</span>, that make each celebration unique. Check out some of our tablescapes at </span><a href="http://www.overthetopproductions.com/"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">http://www.overthetopproductions.com/</span></a><span style="font-family:courier new;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-family:georgia;"> .</span><br /></span></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-61061660731268332112008-05-05T08:00:00.000-07:002008-05-06T08:55:11.193-07:00Happy Cinco de Mayo!<center style="VISIBILITY: visible"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhphEmhxmu8zfZb6N_E5WPUYjYg1QdhXNKrGxuTz8p5Q9H-u2jrugQ8JNpj97U5dk-_OF95hEYFRaXQmRDI7eSfuW1PpCkvSAPwk_6kwKXgVFbJxU3JdIHMxgWV21CfQ0GejWdYpjKmdcI/s1600-h/cinco+de+mayo.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5196775323793289362" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" height="152" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhphEmhxmu8zfZb6N_E5WPUYjYg1QdhXNKrGxuTz8p5Q9H-u2jrugQ8JNpj97U5dk-_OF95hEYFRaXQmRDI7eSfuW1PpCkvSAPwk_6kwKXgVFbJxU3JdIHMxgWV21CfQ0GejWdYpjKmdcI/s400/cinco+de+mayo.jpg" width="219" border="0" /></a> <span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">The fifth of May, a regional holiday in Mexico, is a fun way to celebrate diversity and culture in an entertaining and creative way. Here at <em><a href="http://overthetopproductions.com/">Over the Top Productions</a></em>, we love any reason to celebrate and the fact that this celebration has tacos, enchiladas and chips makes it even better. (My family loves the make your own taco bar and festive paper flowers.) I have assembled some links for crafts, recipes, activities and more to make your cinco de mayo "muy bueno" (very good). So, kick off your shoes, & salsa in the living room with your wee ones!<br /></span><br /><a href="http://crafts.kaboose.com/holidays/cinco-de-mayo/index.html"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">crafts</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">, </span><a href="http://crafts.kaboose.com/holidays/cinco-de-mayo/"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">history</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">, </span><a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/article/weekend-dinner-cinco-de-mayo-fiesta"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">easy dinner</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">, <a href="http://www.ehow.com/how_7826_salsa.html">how to salsa</a> (dance), </span><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpX97eg-W-k&feature=related"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">rockin santana play list</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"> (exercise caution- youtube may have content not suited for young listeners), </span></center><div style="VISIBILITY: visible" align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"></span></div><div style="VISIBILITY: visible" align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"><strong>Haute Mom Says</strong>: 6 Days until Mother's day. Make sure your cards get in the mail.<img style="VISIBILITY: hidden; WIDTH: 0px; HEIGHT: 0px" height="0" src="http://counters.gigya.com/wildfire/CIMP/bT*xJmx*PTEyMDk5NzI5Mzg*MjgmcHQ9MTIwOTk3Mjk*MzE3OCZwPTE4MDMxJmQ9Jm49Jmc9MQ==.jpg" width="0" border="0" /><br /></span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-80306436555108711702008-05-02T08:09:00.000-07:002008-05-02T08:09:01.142-07:00Cupcakes Take the Cake<div align="justify"><a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5195536406117019762" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 226px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 122px" height="146" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq8J6Iw705hVd48FlUniKwoBD2X5tQDbQp7T4GU-oB5KD3QdSNQUDxgnvB9eMEJbETHxMpcb0ThFENHnBW9ZNnhvXqBMx1bzKZIoWkqWqfpDLO6VPvNbCcG26lvR75VeICwfnZfDycG0g/s400/cupcake.jpg" width="317" border="0" /></a> Our final installment on cupcake week:<br /></div><div align="justify">The number one cupcake blog in the world, world, world (cheesy echo effect).</div><div align="justify"><br /></div><div align="justify"></div><div align="justify"><br /></div><div align="justify"><a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/">Cupcake takes the cake </a>blogs about everything cupcake- from the best cupcakeries (if we may be so bold as to coin a new word) to recipes to cupcake socials to the latest in cupcake news. Their blog, one of PC Magazine's 100 Best Blogs of 2007 is a great place to get your fill of everything cupcake. (We love it to stay atop of the latest in cupcake trends so we can bring them to you!)</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-3960084841883537652008-05-01T20:07:00.000-07:002008-05-04T20:00:14.524-07:00Cupcakes: How about some Sprinkles?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYw3H12yozcl0J_zGWGV4RtWj3pJagBaOBDlljT9sNR4WP8tvZ9OX6lpNAH4acJInGg9vz5lJ6fmubyr3EbTk-O6ucNtTpuZlSnk__EhDg31Wl4-bR3lM5i9oojpKQeLGLcIHHkg8Kqls/s1600-h/sprinkles+cupcakes.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5195512762322055250" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" height="194" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYw3H12yozcl0J_zGWGV4RtWj3pJagBaOBDlljT9sNR4WP8tvZ9OX6lpNAH4acJInGg9vz5lJ6fmubyr3EbTk-O6ucNtTpuZlSnk__EhDg31Wl4-bR3lM5i9oojpKQeLGLcIHHkg8Kqls/s400/sprinkles+cupcakes.jpg" width="159" border="0" /></a> Cupcake week Continues:<br /><a href="http://www.sprinklescupcakes.com/index.html">Sprinkles Bakery</a><br /><br />Possibly the most famous of the cupcake world, with features on Oprah (one of her favorite things), Live with Regis and Kelly and numerous magazines- <a href="http://www.sprinklescupcakes.com/index.html">Sprinkles bakery</a>, with California locations in Beverly Hills and Newport Beach, serves a delectable variety of cupcakes with panache. From classics like red velvet (my personal favorite), dark chocolate and vanilla to trendy twists such as chai latte, lemon coconut and ginger lemon there are 20 flavors to suit any pallate. Stop by their quaint store and indulge in the modern design and ease of ordering. I even love their little cupcake knives and forks!<br /><br />Haute Mom's tip: For select locations, they deliver.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-91162303365154684392008-04-30T20:05:00.000-07:002008-05-01T13:26:45.485-07:00Adventures at Wonderland<div align="justify"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQwrVceHNfH4VG-bLvocEr-SWKm6rQ3_wBkUvDfmmUgYxSsZ_C-SecqM5iHcyLwoqfzt4dbZfh1ZSs-3NDnXjVofhYRDyIRp_8uA0dYolQmHacRGUsgag3hcCMik0X_TiVzD-j2xNchxU/s1600-h/wonderland+cupcake.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5195501711371202562" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 139px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 126px" height="207" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQwrVceHNfH4VG-bLvocEr-SWKm6rQ3_wBkUvDfmmUgYxSsZ_C-SecqM5iHcyLwoqfzt4dbZfh1ZSs-3NDnXjVofhYRDyIRp_8uA0dYolQmHacRGUsgag3hcCMik0X_TiVzD-j2xNchxU/s400/wonderland+cupcake.jpg" width="199" border="0" /></a> </div><div align="justify">Cupcake week continues: </div><div align="justify"><a href="http://wonderlandbakery.com/home.php">Wonderland Bakery, Newport Beach, Ca</a></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Nestled in the heart of Newport Beach, Ca is <a href="http://wonderlandbakery.com/home.php">Wonderland</a>, a decadent little bakery filled with glitter, smiles and delicious goodies baked by the mother daughter team of Sondra and Allyson <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Ames</span>. If you have the will power to pass up the delectable chocolates and other confections in their charming glitter infused bakery- you will no doubt b<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">e</span> amazed by the whimsical (and tasty) <em>wonder bloom<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGk-gGm1X7YeNlEpNIN3rjKZigTYyTzaLo_aApuzggv3W_upVUZ1ZKT1a_Kc6VDhWEu4-cg0iAFAk24QFbBeGEMvCpF01wvH_ISyqn5IImlKQXpTCJUaLdxpVemPvys5pmg5_Mg_tF9vI/s1600-h/wonder+blooming+cupcakes.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5195504000588771362" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 190px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 135px" height="120" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGk-gGm1X7YeNlEpNIN3rjKZigTYyTzaLo_aApuzggv3W_upVUZ1ZKT1a_Kc6VDhWEu4-cg0iAFAk24QFbBeGEMvCpF01wvH_ISyqn5IImlKQXpTCJUaLdxpVemPvys5pmg5_Mg_tF9vI/s400/wonder+blooming+cupcakes.jpg" width="209" border="0" /></a>ing cupcake</em>.<br /><em>Wonder Blooming Cupcakes</em> are adorable from their tower of fluffy frosting to the dainty wrappers. They create each tasty work of art to suit your over the top celebration. Select your cake flavor from one of their 21 Enchanting Flavors and your celebration will be heavenly.</span> </div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"><strong>Haute Mom's tips:</strong> A cupcake's individual portions take the mess out of cutting and serving cake. <em>Words of experience</em>: Avoid using "cupcake cakes", the one "unifying" frosting layer tends to make a messy serving nightmare.</span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-39616709701505436392008-04-29T08:15:00.000-07:002008-04-29T13:15:36.864-07:00Art you can eat? Yes, Please.<strong>Cupcake week continues: Tuesday- Edible Art</strong><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpNxvG36unEXH-Hu2PiuVe7O7CA8FcCxaw_d2t3XJoH1n1-PD591pwyamaeaS0gWotTqtu3FHuc1zK4WLsty5fd4lQfr_vrN-EWI8briekljKupz4-R9wy-6RSJZe_EBXVk0pTFGltF0Q/s1600-h/cupcake+stand.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5194760803742838738" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpNxvG36unEXH-Hu2PiuVe7O7CA8FcCxaw_d2t3XJoH1n1-PD591pwyamaeaS0gWotTqtu3FHuc1zK4WLsty5fd4lQfr_vrN-EWI8briekljKupz4-R9wy-6RSJZe_EBXVk0pTFGltF0Q/s400/cupcake+stand.jpg" border="0" /></a> Dainty flowers rest atop a fluffy butter cream frosting. Delectable delicacies almost to cute to eat. So charming and dainty, they could easily be confused for porcelain - it's sugar. Gum paste or royal icing to be exact and they are not just for wedding cakes any longer.<br /><br />Gum paste flowers are an adorable way to bring whimsy and style to your events and they are popping up at all the trendiest kids events. Alone they are stunning, but arranged delicately in a beautiful tiered display and "voila," a confection fit for a princess ... or fairy.<br /><br />You can find these confections at most any specialty bakery near you.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-25669786693485922952008-04-28T09:02:00.000-07:002008-05-01T13:36:07.202-07:00Cupcake Crazy: Over the Top Cupcakes<div><strong>Cupcake Week comes to Over the Top Productions</strong><br /><div><div><div><div align="justify">Cupcakes are adorable. Their size, whimsical design, and serving ease all make these mini treats a perfect candidate for children's events. Yet, all cupcakes are not created equal. There is a great Cupcake World out there and I am ready to get my fill and then some. Featured below are aspects of the cupcake world that we know will make for some awe inspiring eye candy at our future couture kids celebrations. Look forward to blog features of notable cupcake businesses, cupcake trends, healthy living cupcake alternatives and more in the days to come.<br /></div><br /><div><strong>Monday: Its a wrap- whimsical and adorable ways to wrap your petite treats</strong><br /><strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9Si6_4qp7FFqtgyIsCdG_aQ2C8l2HzKjfPwAwj08wonnElca7dSniPa-cTJYyfxQL0uK_K1-HQnfGeOWm1tHc0PoE60-9q8eq0GVmPjwKCqIsTkIGOoQnACkf894aHZntT7Oovzu5-bc/s1600-h/cupcake+style.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5194721002280906626" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 221px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 173px" height="209" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9Si6_4qp7FFqtgyIsCdG_aQ2C8l2HzKjfPwAwj08wonnElca7dSniPa-cTJYyfxQL0uK_K1-HQnfGeOWm1tHc0PoE60-9q8eq0GVmPjwKCqIsTkIGOoQnACkf894aHZntT7Oovzu5-bc/s400/cupcake+style.jpg" width="211" border="0" /></a></strong></div><div align="justify"><em>Laser cut cupcake wrappers</em> are a fantastic way to add a sense of style and visual interest to an already delectable treat. These laser cut paper wrappers can be found in a variety of themes and colors; from beautiful lace-like butterflies and filigree patterns to whimsical trains, trees and daisies. There are so many uses for such a cute container that doesn't have to end at cupcakes. At OTP, we have used them for tiny favor baskets and place card holders, to name a few.<br /></div><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div><strong>Cupcake wrappers get festive<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOsuFwI0Q7j1_3bhiEs1MtflBAjFYfLTCEf557ZRU0wkFqror1cT40hM1F8fMMT2JKNJVj8GJwx42g1ioSqjS3g8xnqXnctZvWzLSSSgmv6CXQcj3ZgZ10XpGaKg8Hcg6be60WES5IAjE/s1600-h/mslo_cupcake_3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5195510193931612226" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; CURSOR: hand" height="129" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOsuFwI0Q7j1_3bhiEs1MtflBAjFYfLTCEf557ZRU0wkFqror1cT40hM1F8fMMT2JKNJVj8GJwx42g1ioSqjS3g8xnqXnctZvWzLSSSgmv6CXQcj3ZgZ10XpGaKg8Hcg6be60WES5IAjE/s400/mslo_cupcake_3.jpg" width="125" border="0" /></a></strong></div></div><div align="justify">The ingenious and crafty folks at Martha Stewart have done it again, bringing us delightful little cupcake baking cups in an array of sweet paper patterns. From ballet pink to rich mocha, I am sure they will adorn the tables of baby shower and birthday party celebrations everywhere.<a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.marthastewart.com"></a></div><div align="justify"><br /></div><div align="justify"></div><div align="justify">Check back tomorrow for our next installment of cupcake mania....</div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy53Dv1s9brObO67S_VEGaK1mSDNmCsxDbmm9T95f8XC_ZVUiZ8uv4DNaOJvVRdbhfOvctI78RV2d8uMiC7PuzDAp95eh-T9NCLvzdII8ex83AZzGqzvMqDfP7zHxCF85X6R3835_jxSo/s1600-h/silly+feet+by+wilton.jpg"></a><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3fhEoxxnvacIVXug0BBZuxIM1e5S-CUXY-vf6ppuSF3qSXTYLj44iib2Znsis9NSDQ8p7WnmRT9DYZf6zawxVneTQKI4nrezYrkQawyce38a_87d3E1_iC1v7EG1KeChAEF96hhB2v8A/s1600-h/cupcake+wrappers1.jpg"></a></div></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-5622195993700149262008-04-22T08:05:00.000-07:002008-05-01T14:33:31.234-07:00Happy Earthday 2008<div align="justify"><a href="http://www.dannyseo.com/about.html"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5195522327214223458" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVqqhRltrR8wCuTHZZkhEJMP9QWqjZf_pdPwn4nBqB3mewuWaES6dYNjkjgOdV8r9mhpuGh42sExA8njJfL6EMdmy9dExbytsTLezMy5TEDTDvlIW1X__whp8trRAgvcLfv4DITZ6KhIM/s400/simplygreen_parties.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Happy <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Earth day</span> 2008...</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Intended to inspire awareness of and appreciation for the Earth's environment, Earth day reminds us all there is a lot we can do to care for and preserve our precious planet - celebrations included.</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"></span> </div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">In honor of Earth day, we feature <a href="http://www.dannyseo.com/about.html">Danny <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Seo</span></a>- an environmental lifestyle expert & author who calls his <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">eco</span>-friendly way of living Simply Green. Through his bestselling books, television programs, magazine columns, and his how-to lifestyle lectures, Danny <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Seo</span> continues to share his creative ideas that has made him America's leading lifestyle authority on modern, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">eco</span>-friendly living. </span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"></span> </div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">His brand new books </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0061122718/102-2698079-2456948?v=glance&n=283155&n=507846&s=books&v=glance" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Simply Green Parties</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"> and </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Simply-Green-Giving-Beautiful-Wrappings/dp/0061122777/ref=pd_sim_b_1/102-5738849-5851306" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">Simply Green Giving</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"> showcases Danny's unique take and approach to stylish green living. Both books feature lush, colorful photography and clear, step-by-step instructions along with Danny's secret tips and how-to information on living the Simply Green way. </span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">His "Fresh Thinking" column in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Country</span> Living magazine features clever and easy ideas to recycle anything into gorgeously chic home accessories with quick and easy tips that prove green living can be gorgeous living, too. </span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"></span> </div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Haute</span> Mom tip: Encourage your kids to help you transform </span><a href="http://www.dannyseo.com/slideshow.php?book=simply_green_parties&slide=2"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">old story books </span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;">into chic birdhouses for your next fete.</span></div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"></span> </div><div align="justify"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:85%;"></span> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2531894742671471967.post-80910739969006304022008-04-18T08:18:00.000-07:002008-05-01T12:49:18.873-07:00In the Press: Our Article on CNN.com<a href="http://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/04/18/lw.pricey.bday.parties/index.html"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5194577181006032674" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-TNLxcqf4qkbWD18cMNLMYCdC3TfARqry5KennIIt21TLtb95pemaeHpV-ABwHQTlSEJGiknaFCk-3XXOqSgQHlCQLgCQypvRzAUsGRmukgG_Ui0Ono6pkhA7lYzOZVcMjYdq6XmH_wc/s400/logo_cnn2.gif" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div><div>We have been fortunate enough to recieve a mention in an article on CNN.com. It has been pretty popular and controversial. Let your opinion be heard. See for yourself. Check it out <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/04/18/lw.pricey.bday.parties/index.html">here</a>.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0