Happy Halloween from Modern Bebe

Why is it that this time of year comes around too fast, not to mention Thanksgiving and the Holiday Season just around the corner! I couldn't quite catch my 4 and 2 year old boys in action in their gear but I couldn't resist making a few goodies to go along with their outfits, here's a peek at the accessories for my youngest son's outfit as Justin Bieber
(have I mentioned he has great hair!)
I think I need to have a girl, but I have my fun while I can until the boys are old enough to say NO MOM!
::sniff.sniff::

Fun DIY Projects

I find some of the most joy in my job seeing other mother's inspired to pullout the glue gun and sissors and CREATE!

Here are some fun, easy and affordable ideas!



An easy tie of black ribbon, a trim on the edges and hot glue the eyes and DISPLAY!



DIY Canvas Prints! Such a great idea for your home and gifts for the holidays approaching!




Speaking of the holidays.... for your next event use wrapping paper to cover your tables for instant color and decor, trim the width in half and make a fancy table runner!





All creations by Modern Bebe found at Etsy.com can be sold as DIY printables... let's bring out the CRAFT in you!

Sail Away with Modern Bebe!

AHOY!! A FREE DIY printable cake banner from TomKat Studio!



LOVED these custom wood pins from Etched in Time on Etsy, awesome seller!!



What a busy summer for Modern Bebe! There was excitement in our household this week for the start of Mother's Day Out, this is the first year that both of my boys are attending and they are eager beavers about learning so it is great to be working some normal hours a few days a week.

Modern Bebe had a GREAT summer full of fun new projects from weddings, to new custom birthday party packages to freelance work for local businesses and most recently an opportunity to create for a private shopping party for Julian Gold!

I pretty much hit the ground running from start to finish of a personal party then it's back to work so now that my oldest son's party is days away I have to scrounge up the time to post about my youngest son's birthday celebration a few months back.

I'd have to say the big inspiration of this theme was Coen's great hair! We had to play it up in the theme and a Nautical celebration seemed just perfect!

The starting focal point of the party was a custom felt banner made by Taffy Wishes at Etsy.com! We were loaned a vintage boat to ice the beverages, the bright colors of tangerine and turquoise with a mix of gold (for Coen's love of Goldfish) were inspired by this season's hot trend. New products such as water bottle labels, treat boxes, favor tag stickers and custom signage for centerpieces are now available at my Etsy shop!

Check Out What's New!

Come sit and stay awhile, this momma at Modern Bebe has been BUSY!

Celebrate the Life of Leo J Seitz V, while making a difference in so many others.

Please take the time to read and take part in this event in memory of our friend's Kristi and Leo little Leo.

Baby Shower Package

So excited for this new full Baby Shower custom package, the simple lines of the invite were made to coordinate well with the Mommy's choice of bedding for her sweet bundles of joy! We are thrilled for our dear friend Liz to be blessed with becoming a mother and loved celebrating these special moments with her!



Items included: *custom invitation * personalized return address labels * matching thank you stationary * 5 inch centerpiece tags * 'TWINS' banner * * personalized 5x7 wall art framed * optional favor tags and cupcake toppers to match.

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May Madness

Of course I would decide to re-do the playroom right at the busiest time of year with Modern Bebe and Coen's party in a few days... BUT had to share how much I love this new decal purchased from Decal Happy on Etsy. Kristi was a doll to work with, I'd had this vision for the room to have slight hints of baseball with a modern twist and she knew just how to capture my vision and run with it! The bookshelf was a great idea share on Project Nursery.


HOME RUN Decal Happy!

A Little Naptime Craft Action

Had WAY too much fun crafting this homemade garland for my baby boy's birthday in three weeks. Hope there's as much enthusiasm in the many projects ahead!

Some Local Work

for the ones I ♥!


One of my very best friends is about to be blessed with twin boys, spent some time making this invite just perfect for the little two pieces of perfection that are about to enter her and her husband's world! Congrats Liz!


And another very best friend, completely honored to create this party package. My extremely design talented lifelong friend has been such an inspiration and an encouraging soul as I have pursued this journey - thank you for allowing me to create for your baby girl's special day, means the world!

Mother's Day

Just a little something to share as my two boys light up my each and every day. This past year has been one full of growth and grace - personally & professionally - so thankful for the love and support from family, friends and clients.

Happy Mother's Day to all of you wonderful mama's - you are my continued inspiration!!

"There's no perfect was to be a mother and a million ways to be a great one."
- Jill Churchill

((found this quote a week before I found out I was going to be a mother for the first time, it's still on my fridge four years later.))

Okay... Just one post while on Vacay

I can leave the party planning at home but it seems to always find me. I was beyond tickled to be at my neiece's third birthday celebration in Washington for her Sweet Shoppe Hello Kitty bash! My sister stumbled across a fabulous party decor designer that I just couldn't pass up ranting and raving about -- Debbie with Hip Hip Hurrah handmade pinwheels has the most precious items ready made in her Etsy store or if you need something custom as I just had to order these for my next party after seeing these undeniably cute pinwheels at Lacey's party - she will be happy to work with you!


Modern Bebe goodies as well ♥




Hello Kitty image from vectorjunky.com

Circus and Trains

Both of these themes have been on the brain lately so I was excited to be called upon to create for these two parties! Just can't get enough of these fun fonts!

Happy Birthday Andrew and Ben from Modern Bebe!

Teagan Mae Rogers has arrived! Love this dainty little sweetie ♥




Photography By JoAnn - find the direct link to email her to schedule your new photoshoot - 15% off any orders with Modern Bebe when using her work now through the end of summer! Spring is here, time to capture these priceless moments!

Mazzy-Osaurus

Need I say more?? This little Dallas girl is going to have one diggin' party - in a pretty dress, none the less! Thank you Amelia for the opportunity to create for your adorable baby girl once more this year!

Happy Birthday Maz!

Web Graphic Projects

Been working a little more on web graphics and branding items locally, it's so fun to collaborate with someone's vision for their market branding -- here are some of the latest.
Margie, Meg, Tara + Allison -- thank you for the opportunity to create for you!

Weddings

Spring is full of babies and weddings! It's been a fun break from party planning to celebrate in all special moments of life!

Casey and Ruben were a joy creating for from start to finish for the
Mr. + Mrs. To-Be!

This was the front sample of a photo booth card as they will be taking candid pics full of fun props for all to remember an unforgettable evening! CHEERS to you both and thank you for allowing me to create for your day!





Thank you Black Leaf Designs for the fun morroccan graphics!

Fabulous Etsy Find

A fabulous Etsy find! Angela and Bridget are just precious with their shop Taffy Wishes! They're creation of a custom felt banner has been the inspirational design to the start of my son's Nautical Party in May. They are precise in their communication in color, theme, style and options and I really appreciate the time they took to make sure my items were just perfect!




Thank you again ladies, best wishes!!

Pretty Princess!

I've had a few projects floating around in my head and one was a new Princess party, so I was thrilled when Ashli in Austin, Texas came to me with this idea for her daughter Chloe! The final product was printed on a metallic cardstock and embellished with rhinestones. Looking forward to creating a custom party package wihin the next week for this little princess




Thank you Baby Star Designs for the princess graphics and Erin Bradley for the fun frames to make this project complete!

Spring Into Fashion

What a fun event to create for and also attend! Allison, Tara and Patti have done such an outstanding job with their boutiques - a true selection of eclectic and fun clothing and accessories for all ages! It was definitely one of those nights that you wished you could sneak your shopping bag past the husband!



Always a joy working with Anniegogglyn and Anniegogglyn KIDS stores!

the start of 2011 in a nutshell

Here a few of the favorites over the last few months...

These items are so new they're not even in my shop yet but this makes me want to have rocker parties for my son's every year! Tasha was such a joy to work with on this project! We wanted to achieve a fresh modern spin off of Coen's Rockin' 1st party on Project Nursery, many additional items were created as well - such a fun project - Happy Birthday TATE!


Just a sneak peek at my baby's 2nd birthday party goodies coming up in May!


♥ the name and the special client this was created for!


this was party of an Elmo Carnival themed party, first banner made with the new paper trimmer, took way too long but the finished product was darling so well worth it!



top selling party on etsy, dr. seuss -- items updated almost daily, so check it!




Thank you always to my wonderful clients ♥