Looking for a special treat as your child celebrates her First Communion this spring?  Look no further than Bakerella who has created an amazing Cupcake Tower just for this occasion.With inspiration from the first communion invitation, Bakerella creates gorgeous cupcakes that also mix up flavors, e.g. chocolate on chocolate, chocolate cake with pink buttercream, and more!  Click on over for some wonderful inspiration.  I think these would be excellent for other Christian special events including baptisms and confirmations.  If your children attend Sunday School or Vacation Bible School and you want to bake a special treat to share, look no further as well!

Sweet 16 is such a special birthday for kids … it’s often thought of as a grand time for a celebration. Has anyone seen MTV’s show My Super Sweet 16? Well, you probably don’t want to go that over the top, but a special masquerade ball with your kid’s friends would be a memorable way to celebrate.

Pick your colors: The best way to start is to pick your colors for the evening. Will it be black and silver, or purple and pearly white? Once you have chosen your colors, you can buy card stock in one of them and print the masquerade ball details in the second color (for example, silver card stock with black print). Match the type of font you use to the tone you want to set for the evening. A ball is usually very elegant.

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It’s prom season, and before your teens head out for the big night, they may want to host a pre-prom party with their friends. Here are some quick tips on throwing a spectacular to-do before they depart:

1. Decorate an area of the party room/home with balloons, streamers (your kids’ school colors would make a great color scheme), and strands of twinkle lights for each couple to pose underneath for a glamorous picture when they enter the party!

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Gossip Girl is one of the most popular shows on TV these days, and the cast of characters are so interesting and full of intrigue (thanks to Gossip Girl herself!) this show makes for a great teen party…and could even be fun for pre-prom or graduation party themes.  Find some inspiration here for a Gossip Girl party that won’t soon be forgotten!

If you need help getting in the mood, or if this is a birthday party for a GG fanatic, get the DVDs!

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Just in time for graduation season, Bakerella has come up with a fresh batch of Candy Cup Caps to celebrate the Class of 2009.  So sweet made of our favorite candies…Bakerella has come up with a wonderful sweet treat to celebrate your favorite graduate this year.  A must to add to the special party menu! 

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Lil Sugar recently spotlighted a unique idea for a baby shower. Instead of celebrating the mama-to-be, celebrate the sibling-to-be. It takes the pressure off of throwing a shower for a second baby, and allows you to focus on a special but low-key celebration for the sibling. From invitations to decorations to gifts to favors, Lil Sugar covers the theme and spotlights a trend that is budget-friendly and unique.

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It’s almost prom season, and this year everyone is watching their pennies! Still, prom is a wonderful event and makes memories that will last a lifetime. 

Keep these budget-friendly tips in mind when you set out to plan your prom:

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