Archive for January, 2008

Last Minute Mardi-Gras Party, Make a Muffaletta

Last Minute Mardi Gras Celebration – Make a Muffaletta!
Maybe you don’t have the time or inclination to host an elaborate Mardi Gras gala, but you can still give a nod to this fun occasion with another New Orleans favorite! The muffaletta sandwich was invented in 1906 at an Italian market on Decatur Street called the Central... Read more »

Animal Bags – Fun Storage for Stuffed Animals

Look What I Found – Animal Bags!I am constantly amazed at the creativity I find in the marketplace! At Polka Dots, a fabulous web site for children’s toys, I discovered “Animal Bags!” These bags are similar to classic bean bag chairs, but with a twist! Instead of being filled with some sort of stuffing, these bags... Read more »

Valentine’s Day Tips and Ideas

Valentine’s Day Round Up!
So many fun and clever ideas cross my path, that I strive to create a strong thread that binds each article into a cohesive whole before I share them with the Busy Bee community! But, on this occasion, I’m taking the “hodgepodge” route and sharing Valentine’s Day bits and pieces regardless of how... Read more »

Zakkerz – How to Easily “Hem” Your Pants!

Tip of the Week – Fashion Problem Solver!

Does it bother you when you choose a hem length for a new pair of pants that commits you to wearing those pants with just heels or just flats? In the past, I’ve resigned myself to dedicating some pants to be worn with flats and other with heels,... Read more »

Children’s Birthday Party Menu Ideas

Creative Menu Ideas for Your Child’s Birthday Party!
(or in other words, what to serve when you’re tired of serving pizza!)
Pizza is served at about 99% of the birthday parties that my children attend and it’s not surprising since it’s easy, inexpensive and kid friendly! But, if you’re looking for some equally simple menu suggestions with... Read more »

Cute Cupcake Trinket Box

Look What I Found – The Cutest Cupcake!
From my earliest childhood, I have always loved play food, especially desserts! As an adult, I’m lucky that I can continue to indulge my faux dessert fascination with products like this delightful cupcake trinket box from Ganz! The base of the cupcake is made of green, pink, blue,... Read more »

Birthday Party Planning Tips and Ideas

Essential Advice for Planning the Best Birthday Party: How to Host a Successful and Stress Free Celebration for your Child!
Hosting your child’s birthday party at home is definitely not for the faint of heart! The prospect of dozens of little feet and little hands, along with the necessary snacks, treats, games and entertainment is enough... Read more »

Clever Valentine’s Gifts for Kids, Boys, Girls, Children

The Sweetest Valentine’s Gifts for Kids!
When I was growing up (and still today!) every holiday was a special day complete with gift giving, thanks to my mother’s fabulous creativity. And in fact, her gift giving was brilliant, especially when my sister and I were young. My mom would shop for things that we needed, but... Read more »

Jam Packed Jam Game

Look What I Found – A “Jam Packed Fun” Game!
The first time I saw this new game, I laughed out loud! Cranium toy makers have taken the dreaded task of loading up the car and turned the chore into a fun, action packed game called “Jam Pack Jam!” The hub of the game is... Read more »

What is Fair Trade?

Tip of the Week – What is Fair Trade?
I have been hearing this phrase more and more often, most recently at my daughter’s school, where fair trade uniforms were offered for sale this fall! But what does “fair trade” actually mean? My feeling is that my daughter’s generation probably has a better handle on this,... Read more »