An unconventional.. but practical Easter Basket

Do you ever get an idea in your head

and can't wait to conceptualize the entire thing?

 

That's exactly what happened when I saw chevron personalized placemats on Zulily back in early March.

 

I thought what a neat base for an unconventional Easter basket for both Molly (my Goddaughter) and her brother Domingo.

 

And then the fun of picking up small items to put on top of the placemat began.

A few items specific just for them

and others in their own individualized colors.

 

A little treat to both of them to let them know how much I love them!

 

 

So they each received coloring books, crayons, a light up squishy toy (its going to their house, not mine if it breaks! sorry Katie and Jason in advance if they break!), bubbles, mango/pineapple cups that I drew on to look like a little chick (thank you Pinterest), and a special little treat an Airplane for Domingo (once again.. sorry Katie and Jason), and Easter crafts for Molly.

(I fudged with this darn picture about 12 times and could not get it to rotate.. sorry.. this is the best I could get!)

 

Happy Easter Molly and Domingo!

 

Hope you all are having a great week :)

 

12 Days of Christmas - Gift Ideas

I am posting this in the last hour of Day 6 - nothing like waiting until the last minute - right?
We have had a busy last few days.. cutting down Christmas trees, cheering on the Buckeyes to victory over Michigan, decorating my house, decorating my parents tree... i think you get the picture... hence the late post.. but nonetheless here is a list of a few items on my wish list...

Day 6: Gift Ideas

[1] Canon Rebel XT and Photography Lessons
Although my little cybershot works - I want a nice quality camera - the lack of quality as well as a slow shutter speed really effects the pictures that I'm currently taking. I would also love to take a lesson or two to learn the lighting and special affects you can do with pictures



[2]Northface Mossbud Fleece Shirt
Doesn't this just look beyond comfortable and warm for the winter months especially for boarding trips - love it!
[3] Roll-up Flannel Pants from Gap
I love that they can either be short or long - and they are polka dotted and grey... totally me :)
[4] Anything from the Pier 1 Tasting Party
I love the little small plates and individual serving pieces. Ideal for the small parties that we host throughout the year

What are you hoping that Santa brings you this year?