Shower of Blessings

Dear little baby G's shower was held on the most beautiful day. On Saturday, January 15, 2011 the sun was shinning, friends were smiling and excitement was radiating underneath the tule shaded canopy. What can I say besides, I was blessed to have a perfect baby shower. Honestly, I was terrified that the recent rainy days were going to strike again and we would all end up in our winter boots covered with mud. Surprisingly, the day was gorgeous and actually a bit hot. I believe it was a gift from my sweet little Nana looking down on us and letting her love shine through for her great-grand son. The great grand son she knew and already loved at only three and half months but would never get to hold. So, thank you Nana, for your warmth that surrounded our family, friends and our baby boy that will be named after you.

Since my Nana was such a special woman and had an enormous part in raising me, this baby shower was truly dedicated to her. From the 1900's antique transportation theme to the photos of her holding me when I was a baby. Our colors were after my recent discovery that I love to love turquoise-all shades. Now, I'm a pink girl all the way but for some reason, maybe it's because I'm gonna have a boy, I just can't get enough of this jeweled color. It's a color that makes me want to reach out and touch it...then buy it…whatever it may be. From a luxurious throw, to a crisp new notepad for work, turquoise literally fills up three-fourths of my home's decor. And so for the baby shower we worked in the turquoise with black and white accents to create a boyish yet bit of 1940's glam. Here are the results…

B is for Boy! Yes, you are knockin' at the right house. Below are the silhouettes of myself, our first baby girls and Mr. G (another antique touch).

Antique transportation vehicles filled the rooms. My sister found this garden bike which we painted black, giving it just the right feel for our vintage theme. The packages were the gifts for the games.

I was also inspired by Disney's Lady and the Tramp movie. So, like the movie, the men were separated from the women and given cigars-chocolate cigars that is…they were placed in these vintage cigar boxes. The silhouettes below were our name badges and the "B-A-B-Y" sign was hung outside where guests signed a little note of love or advice for the parents to be:)

Our favors were lots and gobs of turquoise colored sweets for everyone to enjoy. 

Outside the guests were surrounded by hues of blue, white and simple winter centerpieces. One of my favorite details were the flying vintage airplanes. Mr. G and I were just speechless and filled with love because we have such sweet as sugar friends and family. 

The old fashion appies, made with love from my mommy, included scones, cucumber sandwiches and donuts. The picture perfect cake was created by my talented friend Nancy. 

 The grand finale was of course my "fauxto" booth. This time I wanted to mimic an antique silhouette frame. So- ta da! 

Pretty in Pink

Not only is my mom's favorite color pink but she also loves the movie "Pretty in Pink." That's why it's a perfect reason to accessorize her 46th birthday, from head to toe, in PINK! Happy Birthday Madre Mia:)

46 mini cup cakes to be exact!

Pandora-a prefect present to give to the sweetest mommy:)

Spooktacular Continued

For some reason my blog wasn't letting me upload all of the pictures. So here are a little more:)

Some more glittery decor.

Mr. G's Devlish Drink contribution...& yes that is a skull beer bong!

The hosts: Bug catcher and his firefly

Can't forget about the butterflies!

Our Spooktacular Halloween Bash

Mr. G and I have many things in common, but the one thing we love the most is entertaining. Mr. G likes to "throw parties" while I like "hosting." They are similar in some ways but completely different in oh so many more. For instance, throwing a party involves a d.j., alcoholic beverages and of course finger-lickin' good grub. Hosting is well, much more planned out. It entails a themed decor, sweets and treats, which all take major preparation. Let's face it, Mr. G is Mr. Social while I try to be the Mrs. Mexican Martha Stewart. I think this combination works out pretty darn well if I do say so myself.

This year we held our 3rd annual Spooktacular Halloween Bash for our family and friends. We prepped and decorated for about two weeks straight. Here are some of the results of my decor!

Oktoberfest

My Mr. G celebrated his birthday this year, Oktoberfest style! Since we couldn't make it out to celebrate drinking the day away we decided to have the partay come to us! I was just getting back into the swing of things so I didn't do much decorating...but really what more do you need than an Oktoberfest keg, pretzels and bratwurst?

It took us a while to find these beer mugs, but we ended up finding them at Walmart.

We found these coasters at Cost Plus World Market.

You know we had to dress up-see my baby bump!

Hip, hip hurray!

Congratulations to my hubby and the l-o-v-e of my life, Mr. G! I am so proud of him completing his M.A. in Education. To honor this momentous occasion I thought it would be fun to have a "school" theme graduation party. Our loved ones joined us for food, treats and of course some shots in my fauxto booth!

I love making "fauxto booths!" For this one I decided to have everyone sign their name and add a little comment congratulating Mr. G:)  Here is Mr. G's dad...doesn't he look like he is tagging? LOL

US!

The family.

Us being silly.

The Graduate!

Carlos and Elvira

I have been planning for this wedding for a couple of months now. Not as the bride or a bridesmaid but as an anxious friend. And of course I had to prepare accordingly. My bestie and I started with the dress. Check. Then came the shoes. Check. Finally our MAC appointment, triple check. We love dressing up, planning to have fun and then executing it like the all girl school and sorority girls we are. I was also excited to see this Bride's eye for detail. Their engagement party was sweet and bridal party was fab so I just knew this weeding was going to be a razzle dazzle!

Us in church....shhh we are trying to take a picture, I mean pray.:)

This was a great idea...and I love the color scheme. 

Okay are you ready for some mouth watering eye candy...literally, get ready for some major sugar

Details, details it's all in the details.

Cheers to the new Bride & Groom!