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Thursday, March 24, 2011

{REAL PARTY} Breakfast at Hannah's 5th Birthday Party

Breakfast at Hannah's 5th Birthday Party

Yesterday, March 23, 2011, we celebrated my daughter's 5th birthday. I know it's so cliche to say this, but I truly cannot believe how fast time goes by.

I remember praying for a child, and waiting (and waiting) for God to answer my prayer....and what an incredible answer to prayer she is!

I believe now how truly intimately God knows each one of his children, because He gave me such a perfect gift. He gave me more than I could have ever imagined I would want when He picked me to be Hannah's mommy. I know God knows how much I delight in His precious gift and celebrate the little joys every day.

But today we celebrated a special birthday....we celebrated Hannah turning 5 years old!

I styled a "Breakfast at Hannah's" theme party based on the "Breakfast at Tiffany's" movie with Audrey Hepburn. That movie is not only one of my all time favorite movies, but my daughter loves to play dress up, loves being glamorous, and wants to be a movie star, so I thought this was the perfect way to celebrate her milestone birthday!

... and this post would not be complete without a heartfelt thank you, thank you, thank you to each one of my hand picked vendors who helped make this party a reality!

Please see credit and links to all the fabulous vendors who were a part of this party!

Here is the invitation that I custom designed and handmade

Here are some of Hannah's little girlfriends watching her get her hair & makeup done

The birthday girl, Hannah, getting pampered

My incredibly beautiful (inside & out) daughter, Hannah

How old are you today Hannah?!!

Mommy & Hannah

Each of the little girls got to also have their hair & makeup done

and each guest got a professional photo shoot!

Then it was time for the group shot ~

They are so adorable!!

Then the birthday girl got to take a picture with each of her guests

Then it was time for individual Tiffany box cakes and opening presents!

I know my little Holly Golightly had a wonderful time!

I love you with all my heart sweet daughter!!!!!!

Event Planner & Stylist - Kinser Event Company (aka Hannah's Mommy)

Professional photography ~ Memories by Michael Photography

Catering (including the Tiffany box cakes) ~ Jay's Catering

Flowers ~ Petals by Kimarie

Hair & Makeup ~ Hair Comes the Bride

Monday, January 3, 2011

Operation Dress Up and Supply Drive

I wanted to start off the new year with something very near and dear to my heart.

I have always admired people who have an idea, something that will help someone in need or those less fortunate, and then use eyes of faith and not fear to implement their idea. God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things, and I'm always inspired when someone uses what they have been given to serve others.

You see, God designs each of us with a S.H.A.P.E.; which points to the five specific characteristics listed below (excerpts from Pastor Rick Warren, The Purpose Driven Life),

and when you are doing what God designed you to do, you are fulfilling your purpose.

Your contribution is the unique service God created you to make, it's a ministry only

you can perform.

S.H.A.P.E.

1. Spiritual Gifts; a set of special abilities that God has given you to share his

love and serve others.

2. Heart; the special passions God has given you so that you can glorify Him on earth.

3. Abilities; the set of talents that God gave you when you were born, which He also

wants you to use to make an impact for Him.

4. Personality; the special way God wired you to navigate life and fulfill your unique

Kingdom purpose.

5. Experience; those parts of your past, both positive and painful, that God intends

to use in great ways.

Which brings me to today's post and a new series that I am starting in 2011, for the new year,

and an exciting Decade of Destiny. I want to celebrate, encourage, and support anyone

who takes an idea, however big or small, and wants to turn it into something extraordinary

to serve God's people.

First up in 2011 is an idea my dear friend, Krystin Morris, the designer behind Eliza Kate Designs shared with me. Krystin and I originally met through my daughter modeling for Krystin's darling little girl's clothing collections, but through time have developed a wonderful friendship and I admire Krystin's desire to serve God.

She asked me at the end of last year if I would help spread the word about an outreach she is putting together called "Operation Dress Up". On February 26, 2011, Krystin is inviting ladies to come with their sewing machines and learn how to make simple pillowcase dresses. Then, they are going to make as many as they can for one day and send them to Swaziland to an orphanage in March.

They are looking for donations and specifically the following supplies:

*new or gently used pillow cases in any size or color, solid or print

*1/2, 3/4 or 1" wide elastic

*double wide bias tape

*thread (any color)

*ribbon, trim, buttons, etc.

Also, they are collecting gently used little girls dresses for a local charity.

If you want to contribute you can send the supplies directly to:

Bethany First Church of the Nazarene

Re: Operation Dress Up

6789 NW 39th Expressway

Bethany, OK 73008

If you have any questions, you can contact Krystin directly through her blog at Eliza Kate Designs or krystinmorris@gmail.com.

I am looking forward to an exciting year! If you know anyone that would like to have

their charity, or non-profit event or organization featured on Kinser Event Company, please

be sure to let us know!

Thank you for your continued support and friendship, and I wish each and every one of

you a wonderful 2011!

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Happy Thanksgiving Printables by Bird Craft

More perfect party printables for your Thanksgiving tablescape!

Head over to Bird Craft's party blog to download your collection free! I did!

Free Thanksgiving Printables

I just love printables! I love that you can customize them, mix and match them, and they add just the perfect finishing touch to your party decor or tablescape. You can use different party packages for different days, and mix them up with different color palettes for a whole different look and feel! The possibilities are endless and I am always so appreciative when someone offers free printable downloads! They go right into my inspiration file!

This Thanksgiving collection was featured on my friend, Courtney with Pizzazzerie's blog, and they were designed by Stefanie Richter of Anna and Blue Paperie.

Head over to Courtney's blog to download your Thanksgiving printable collection HERE...and if you aren't following Pizzazzerie you are missing out on fabulous party planning inspiration!

You'll find Anna and Blue Paperie's website HERE; and their Etsy shop full of fabulous stationery, gift tags, printable decor and more HERE.

Gorgeous Autumn Apple Party Inspiration

This "Autumn Apple" theme party was planned by my friend and fellow party stylist, Chris Nease with Celebrations at Home. I originally saw the tablescape featured on Hostess with the Mostess, which is amazing since I am an avid Celebrations at Home follower, I don't know how I missed it going around the blogosphere!

Anyway, there are sweet touches of lace, crafted picture frames, place mats, caramel apples, an eclectic centerpiece and bright splashes of apple red in all the right places.

Head over to Hostess with the Mostess to see more beautiful images of the tablescape as captured by Linkowitz Photography, as well as all the behind the scenes details and DIY tips and tricks as told by Chris herself!

Great job, friend!

FREE DIY Printable Thanksgiving Place Cards by HGTV

Thanks to HGTV for the Thanksgiving printable place cards ready to personalize from your own computer and download ~ free ~ 4 different designs to choose from!

Simple click HERE to download the designs, fill in your guests' names and place a card at each place setting. For a festive touch, surround each card with colorful wrapped chocolates, nuts or fall leaves.