Jen Feliciano

Roller skate & sunshine inspired kids Summer party they’ll love!

May 31, 2022

Nothing like a little sunshine, rainbows, and roller skates to bring in all the cheery vibes! The kiddos are out for school and we wanted to kick off the start of Summer break with this fun breakfast party to get rollin’! Think cinnamon rolls, rolled bacon skewers, and ham and cheese crescent rolls.

The roller skate and sunshine plates were all the inspiration I needed! As soon as I saw these both pop up on The Party Darling’s website I knew I had to throw a party around them. The vibrant colors and design of the sunshine plate was what inspired the amazing balloon backdrop by Aquarelle USA.

How could any kiddo not love this theme? Each place setting contained the cutest mini jelly bags by Festivefetti, retro flower sunnies, groovy tattoos, and metallic party blower, all sprinkled with the most adorable custom confetti by Festivefetti.

One of my favorite ideas was to use the custom confetti to make confetti bomb sticks! I ordered thick clear straws from Amazon and used a candle to heat the end and gently pressed it to create a closure at the bottom. I then filled the straw with confetti, warmed the top end of the straw to carefully to close it, and added a metallic and puffy yarn ribbon.

DIY boho picnic table! You’re going to love this hack!

March 30, 2022

There’s nothing like a genius DIY that is simple, functional, and economical, am I right?

My fellow friend Deb of @myfourwonders shared this DIY boho picnic table made from IKEA materials last summer and as soon as I saw it I KNEW I would be creating it. I am not sure what took me so long to replicate it but I sure am glad I finally did! Here is the scoop!

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

2 IKEA SNIDAD baskets

1 IKEA LAGKAPTEN Tabletop (78-3/7 x 23-5/8″)

At least 4- two Hole Strap U Brackets

HERE’S HOW TO CONSTRUCT THE PICNIC TABLE:

Using scissors or snippers, remove the wrapped rattan that attaches the handles to the baskets.

Gently wiggle the handles off the basket. They are attached by a few small nails.

Flip the baskets over so the base of the basket is now the top.

Use the U-shaped brackets to attach the baskets to the countertop.

*This step is optional but it will help create stability and keep the countertop from shifting on the baskets*

Freaking out about where you will store this bad boy…DON’T. Remember, it was originally 3 separate pieces and can be disassembled just as easily as it is constructed. Just slide the countertop under your bed or stand it in the back of a closet and use the baskets as practical storage and home décor.

Now, style away and enjoy!!

If you are loving this tablescape, check out some of my favorite spring tableware and baking items here.

Easter baskets aren’t just for kids! Come see this whimsical party & baking basket, you’re going to love it!

March 30, 2022

I am here for all things holiday, fun, baking and parties! You too! Awesome! Come check out all the goodies in this sweet spring occasional basket!

By far, my favorite item in the basket are these bunny measuring cups and spoons!! I found them at Homegoods and I couldn’t find the link to save my life!

Trader Joe’s is my go to for gorgeous and economical seasonal flowers!

Use wood trays and stands to create visual height and interest!

Here’s one last look at the items (some exact and some very similar) of the styled items in my basket!

Totally awesome DIY personalized backpack for kids you’re going to love!

March 29, 2022

I am all about a cute and simple craft! You are too? Great! This one is for you! Check out the simple steps below on how to make this rad personalized Vans dupe kids backpack.

SHOP THE LOOK HERE:

MATERIALS:

Checkered kids backpack

Gel Gorilla Glue (works way better than ironing on patches)

Alphabet patches

HOW TO:

Sort out the letters you want to use to spell a name

Space the letters on the backpack prior to gluing them

Leaving the letters sitting on the backpack as you glue each letter one by one with Gel Gorilla Glue

Allow letters to dry per glue instructions

Loving this IKEA dresser hack? Go check out my Instagram highlight reel on the DIY steps to create this beauty! Check it out @the_floridagirl

What are you waiting for? Go get crafting!!

Delightfully magical & simple rainbow baskets for the kids!

March 17, 2022

One of my favorite ways to make a holiday or event one step up is to add some sort of backdrop, balloon garland, or florals! It adds whimsy, color, and texture!!

SHOP THE GOODIES HERE!

IDEAS OF ITEMS FOR THEMED HOLIDAY BASKETS:

seasonal items like dresses, bathing suits, shoes in the next size up (for longer wear)

books

themed tableware

toy/trinket in coordinating color scheme

treat/food item

pajamas

Just scroll and see the joy on the kiddo’s faces when their baskets appear full of these goodies!

Here is a HUGE thanks to my girl, Liz of @aquarelleusa for always bringing the magic with her balloon installations each holiday and event we celebrate!

Smile! You’re going to love this easy hat DIY!

March 15, 2022

SHOP THE MATERIALS FROM AMAZON HERE!

you’re going to love this beach inspired bath

March 15, 2022

small space, huge design impact! look at all of these gorgeous textures, shapes, & finishes!

SHOP THE LOOK HERE!

Pop in and see this incredibly simple paper flower DIY!

March 8, 2022

Looking for an adorable DIY that is sure to bring lots of love? Stop right here and check out how to make this gorgeous paper flower bouquet. What a great way to pop in and show some love for spring, a birthday, Mother’s Day, or simply, just because.

My mom has been providing us so much support every day and I have been wanting to get her some flowers to thank her for all of her help. When a friend introduced me to Wrappily and I viewed their product line, I knew I wanted to use their gorgeous Eco-Friendly paper to create a DIY flower bouquet for her. How could she not love them when they are sustainable, made from recycled paper, and are this gorgeous?

When I Love Plum reached out to us and sent us their Suede tutu, I saw the teal color and immediately thought it would be the perfect compliment to our craft day!

What little girl doesn’t love dressing up and making a fun craft project? Mine sure does! Grab yourself a fun outfit and these supplies and get to work!

the supplies:

wrappily eco-friendly paper

scissors

hot glue

glue

wood dowels

twine, craft ribbon or like

glitter

pencil

This DIY comes with a quick preface… DO NOT get overwhelmed by all of the photos! I wanted it to be super clear so I took LOTS of photos to show you step by step how easy it is!

Step 1:

Cut your gorgeous paper into a 3″ x 3″ square – (I used a post it note pad as my template, it was perfect) – you can make as many as you want for your bouquet, I made six.

Step 2:

Fold your square paper diagonally (corner to corner), once, twice, a third time, and then draw a big arch as shown (you can freehand that or use a quarter coin as a template).

Step 3:

Cut along the arch and slowly open the paper up entirely until it creates a flower shape.

Step 4:

Cut ONE section out of the flower.

Step 5:

Apply a very small amount of glue on the left edge of the opening you just cut and glue the right edge to it to create a cone shaped flower. Pic 4 shows seven finished glued flowers.

Step 6:

Use scissors to create a hole about the size of your wood dowel. Use hot glue on the end of the dowel and insert the dowel until it sticks out of the inside of the flower about 1/4″-1/2″.

Step 7:

Cut a 1-2″ piece of Wrappily Hemp Cord (or craft ribbon or twine), use hot glue gun to cover the wood dowel inside the middle of the flower and begin to wrap the hemp cord around until it sticks to the glue. Use glitter to cover the top exposed piece of the dowel and, Voila!

Here’s my cutie helping with the glitter!!!

Didn’t they turn out amazing??? To boot, all of Wrappily’s Eco-Friendly paper are double sided so you get double the bang for your buck!

Here we go! Popping in to surprise Nana with her flowers!

Hendrix used the glue to create glitter flowers and an “H” for her signature on the card.

That smile, that I love Plum tutu, and those Wrappily paper flowers…winning combination!

Tic Tac Toe, I Love You So! Valentine’s Party

February 14, 2022

I love a good LOVE DAY and will use any excuse to decorate with red and pink! Wink Wink! Queue all the X’s and O’s, flowers and tutu’s! I repurposed some of last years DIY’s and some new goodies to create this little Tic Tac Toe, I Love You So Party. Scroll and pin away! X<3 X<3

This year’s Christmas gift has been coming in handy! My honey got me a new iPad and stylus and I downloaded the Sketchbook App and have been thoroughly enjoying it. Check out the sketch I dreamed up and sent to my girl Liz of Aquarelle USA for my balloon inspiration and then scroll to see the real life picture of how it came out! She nailed it!

FROM SKETCH…

TO REALITY!!

The lips form was my favorite new addition this year!!!

Hendrix helped me arrange these simple carnations in our oversized mixing bowl from the Target Dollar Spot and she was so proud! I must say, I was too!! I hope this girl grows up to love flowers as much as I do! Just look at that huge smile!

For a sweet tablescape, simply layer paper plates, decorative seasonal bowls, napkins, cups, silverware and straws and you are good to go!!

I couldn’t get rid of these cuties just yet! Here are last year’s DIY pennant wands!

Share The Love – Valentine Gift Basket Ideas

January 11, 2022

Here are some simple ideas to spoil your little one without breaking the bank! Oh, and spoiling your babes doesn’t have to be elaborate or crazy. Pick a theme or color pallet and run with it. Here are some of my go-to items I include in my holiday themed baskets!