Cupcake Pop * Hawaii

DIY Thursdays - Collage Crafts

Yesterday Jade and I decided to make 2 of our relatives, who are getting married, handmade cards. Jade wanted to make collage style cards so we went through all of my Martha Stewart Weddings magazines that I kept and we cut out sentimental pictures for their Wedding Cards. Making collages are really easy - All you need is a little bit of glue mixed with 3/4 water.  Lay out your pictures on your paper/card/board.  Use a small paintbrush to dip in water glue and spread lightly over cutouts.  If you don't mind getting your fingers slightly sticky, you can also use your fingers to spread the water glue over cutouts.  

 

The picture shown below are pictures for "my" collage that I will be finishing soon. I like to do "inspirational" collages that I look at often to give me inspiration. I have about 3 collages that I made and still love. I'll be posting my newest finished collage as well as my old ones soon. I think I'll do an "I Spy" type of game for you all to find!

we HEART bunnies

Bunnies, bunnies everywhere! From top left: Card, www.shoptoast.com , kimono tee: www.cupcake-boutique.com , bunny pin: www.giddygiddy.com , bunny bag, jolie + jane: www.etsy.com

Mini Fashion Picks

Loving these simple yet sweet ribbon tie dresses for little ones from Jolie + Jane. Dresses will be available on Etsy this week...Hurry,only a few made!

Monday Eats - My Kitchen

Boy, was it hot this weekend but the weather was absolutely beautiful to go to the beach or to do something outdoors. Yesterday my daughter and I relaxed at our Townhouse pool. After our fun in the sun we decided to get a cool treat. We stopped by a hidden little hole in the wall shave ice spot in Palolo (off of 10th Avenue) called "My Kitchen". They serve shave ice as well as a few local slash Japanese dishes. I love their shave ice because the ice is fine and and their mango syrup is made from real mango puree which makes it much tastier and yes, healthier. We always get their mango or lime and vanilla. The owners are Japanese and they are the most adorable, sweetest couple. I love supporting small local businesses!

Lucky we live hawaii - Hiking Koko Head

My apologies for being a day late...On Fridays, I like sharing something about Hawaii to inspire everyone to do family activities. One of the things I enjoy doing with my family is hiking. You can spend time together while getting your exercise on. My daughter recently tried the Koko Head hike with me, and me thinking she'll whine half way up, she was to my surprise, a trooper and she cheered me on shouting "Come on mom, you can do it, you're almost there!". I think I need her to come hiking Koko Head with me all the time so that she can encourage me to make it to the top of the yes - very steep 1050 steps! Kids definitely have way more energy than we do! It is a bit dangerous for little ones though. A trail that I would recommend for younger ones to start out at is Makapu'u. It's "not really" a hike but a nice & mellow walk up along beautiful scenery that leads up to a gorgeous view of the ocean and rabbit island. Have a nice + fun weekend!

DIY Thursdays - Envelope Surprise Craft

Loving this sentimental DIY project from Oh Happy Day Blog that can be used for anyone or for a special occasion. I think it's a great idea for a child's birthday. What I love about this is that it doesn't cost a whole lot and it is sure to put a smile on anyone's face. http://ohhappyday.com/2011/04/envelope-surprise-diy/

Bunny Love

Everyone who knows me knows that I am a bunny lover. I found this post from my all time favorite blog *bkids* and I wanted to share it with you. I have also compiled some recent bunny finds which I will be posting soon. Happy Wednesday, Enjoy! http://bkids.typepad.com/intro/2011/02/gong-xi-fa-cai-the-year-of-the-rabbit.html

 

We heart fashion - Mini Love

How sweet is this fish print baby dress from Up and Riding?! Oh how I wish I could still dress my daughter.  This week, Up & Riding has a bunch of clothing & accessories for little fashionistas on sale! www.upandriding.cm

Monday Good Eats - Yogurstory

I got to visit another cute cafe this weekend! Yogurstory, I hear got their unique name because it was supposed to be a Yogurt Cafe turned Breakfast + Lunch Cafe slash yogurt bar. They have a simple and modern decor and menu names such as Red Velvet Carpet Waffles and Fat Pig Fried Rice which includes 3 different types of pork. Delightfully-licious!

Lucky we live hawaii - "Let's go Fishing"

After a long and hectic week of work, this weekend I want to do something relaxing and peaceful...and outdoors. One of the things I love doing with my daughter is catching fish (or attempting to) at the Tide Pools next to Sandy's. My daughter just loves catching the little fish with her net. She just learned to use a "small" fishing pole and has recently caught her very first fish (actually 4 by the end of the day). Perhaps we will stop by Kokonuts in the Koko Marina Shopping Center for some Acai or at Paina Cafe for a Tomato Moz sandwich. Have a Happy Hawaii Weekend everyone!!