my life has been way too busy lately. so my new motto is SIMPLIFY. I love to run my little etsy business, to be an aspiring photographer, to be a mom, a cook, do craft projects, etc. But, I keep biting off more than I can chew. I just get So excited about new ideas, that some times they take over. My latest craze is Avery's birthday party. It is a good thing that we don't have money and I am forced to budget, otherwise I might go a little overboard :) I am REALLY trying to simplify and remember it is just a LITTLE party. BUT, it is just so much fun to create!! I guess I could justify it by saying I am following the council on the apostles (president Uchtdorf's talk in the general relief society session, go read it if you haven't yet!!). Here is a sneek peek at what I have been working on.
Avery was so excited to take pictures this time because she got to eat a big lollipop. She is my candy monster!! This was my first time making an invitation like this, and it took me forever {deep breath, and s.i.m.p.l.i.f.y.} but I think it turned out pretty cute. (okay, I decided to take the invitation down because I haven't passed them out yet, haha. Here are just a few pics for now)
here it is again
My sweet friend Bridi let me use her cricut machine to make this. Again, I was so excited to make it but it took forever. Maybe I should have just bought a $5.00 sign from the store??
the picture doesn't do it justice
anyways, I'm having fun, but need to relax :).
Am I the only one, or do you guys get really excited about your hobbies, projects, or whatever some times too?
12 comments:
Wow, those are both SO cute! I can't wait to see what pictures from the actual party!
Lauren,
That is such a cute invite!!! How fun! I bet Avery loved doing that photo shoot. It turned out great and so did the banner.... that is way cuter than any banner for $5.
Can't wait to see you guys xoxo
I can't wait to see the invite! Darling pictures, as usual! I always tell myself that a little stress is healthy. Right?
Wait I want to see the invite, no fair! And did I see on Jessica's blog that you will be in CA? When? I hope we get to see you!!
I always start something and then say "um...that was way harder than I thought it would be" Just so you know everything you do is incredible, no wonder you get taken away with your projects.
I have been obsessed with banners too, I just made one for Christmas and another for my sister's wedding Open House. Yours is SUPER cute though, I really need to call Bridi to use her machine! Avery's photos are amazing too, you should be a professional party planner! (not that you need anything else to do!)
So adorable! I love the colors. This birthday stuff is so exciting for these girls. She'll probably be talking about it for a LONg time after. I bet the party will be a blast. We'll be seeing you guys soon it sounds like. Exciting!
Hey Lauren! I was wondering if you could do me a favor and e-mail me the last 4 of Andy's social because I want to look into getting Austin and new phone for Christmas, and I need the last 4 digits to do that. Also - let me know your phone number (then I could just call you). I can't get a hold of Cindi to get it!!! My e-mail is a_ingersoll1064@hotmail.com
Thanks so much! (
Hey Lauren!
Andrea & I are trying to put a photo book together for Cindi for Christmas. Could you please email me a picture of you and the fam at your wedding and some of your favorite pics of you and Andy and the kids over the years. This will be a fun gift. Can't wait to see you guys soon!
My email is alissabennion@yahoo.com
Hope you had a happy thanksgiving! We are thankful to have you guys in our life. Love ya-Lis
LOVE the invite and pictures! SO cute! The banner is also adorable. Busy month of December!
AMEN SISTAH! I'll bet it's hard to simplify when everything you do turns out AWESOME :) Both the invite and banner look amazing-I think I wanna make a banner now.
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