4th of July BBQ In Canada

I love the 4th of July. It's my favorite Holiday. I guess partially because its in the summer and reminds me of the week I met Brandon- but I also love any excuse for sparkly things in the air. So when you marry someone who has a job in oil and gas trading you know that the 4th of July probably wont be the same for a while. The 4th always falls on bid week. So Brandon has to work late. Which means he also can't take Vacation. SO I officially decided 2 years ago to make the best of not being able to be home on the 4th. And I have an annual bbq in canada for the 4th of July. I invite my american friends that live here- and anyone else who cares to dawn red white and blue for the day. I always feel like summer starts after this bbq every year. I was so excited to get to dress my daughter up for the 4th. It was bittersweet knowing she wouldn't get to go to a parade or see fireworks but this outfit made me happy and feel festive. The boys had some 4th shorts that my mom bought them last year the day after the 4th when they are 75 percent off- Its always my fav day to shop- the day after the holiday to get stuff for parties for the next year.

The lean green johnson grilling machine- yes hes wearing a hoodie-Id set up lanterns ect and what does Calgary do... yes it has a crazy windstorm and rains- So I had to take all my fabric and lanterns down :(

Marissa and Keshia had a little fun with the umbrellas- Even Toby looked awesome in his american gear- hes co cos little american friend. Marissa is From Tennessee

{ she even went to school in Rexburg when I was there- and we didnt know each other!}

{so- we're basically kindred friends}

she misses the 4th like I do- it was fun to have her around to answer us trivia.

She even won the prize of classic american goodness

me and my dear friend Sarah Dafoe- her whole fam dressed up in a shirt that had an american city's name on it. I have the best friends in the world!

Red white and blue strawberries compliments of Melanie

Desert table- notice the watermelon cut into stars- yeah mel is amazing

Denton showing off his burger- him and Brandon are such good friends its so fun to see them together- almost like brothers I love it!

Thank you Midnapore x-mas karaoke party for introducing us to Dafoes.

My Red White and Blue kiddos

AHH I JUST LOVE HER! Her eyes twinkle when you she smiles.

new additions to the nursery

Finished pom pom mobile!- I just took 2 dowels spray painted them and wrapped them together with fishing line then put a screw hook in the ceiling and hung the poms- soooo easy and I love how sculpturish and artsy it looks

Check out the hot pink eiffel tower! My cousin mailed it to me from idaho! I was so excited to get a package in the mail. it totally made my whole month and everytime i see it I feel a sense of love. Also new are the cute vintage trunks for Sarah Benson- I adore these people. they look a lot better than my boys junkyard nightstand ones. Also new is the blingy frame from Marg Smith and black little eiffel tower from Dorienne Fairbanks. The frame above will have a picture of coco when I get pics back from vanessa. I'm so excited for them! I'm also looking for a dress form to put these tutus on if anyone knows where to get a black iron one please let me know!

This c Debbie and brooke found at winners in clearance for a couple bucks- I'm going to paint it hot pink and put it into the frame collage on the small opposite wall.

Another view of the pom mobile- I can't wait for the hot pink sheets to get here!

owl centerpiece

owl centerpieces for my boys b day!

Click above to see the mock up centerpiece! Have I mentioned lately that I heart owls?

Chloe's French Baby Shower

Chloe's baby shower was amazing! My friends and fam planned a french themed shower- since that how we picked chloe's name and its so special to Brandon and I.

this audrey hepburnish dress was a fav!

check out these amazing little vintage suitcases! Love you sarah!

Love the use of fresh fruit as a filler- so refreshing for a light baby shower-

and tulips- not that I adore them

I love this picture lots of pink- and these tights make me super happy!

I loved the custom favors they made! I love graphic design beautifulness

no words for this one- it makes me smile

miss hostess and Kat posing

Grandma and chloe' snaking in a cuddle

they took chloe's tutus and put them around the punch bowls- loved it!

French crepe stuff yumm thanks carla and thanks v for making these photos look edible mmmm!

Cupcakes by melanie- she made them out of doilies people- and the whole stand- amazing! Marissa picked out these fab napkins for me while in the states i heart you girlie!

My dear friend sarah made this wall hanging for her room that everyone signed. Brooke made a video interviewing brandon about me and chloe- it was adorable I'll post it if I figure out how.

All I have to say is I have amazing friends and family. Thanks everyone who made my day special. Who helped clean cook set up.I know what it takes to pull something off like this and I felt so much love! Especially miss hostess Keshia your kinda legendairy.

I heart your enthusiasm.

Mod Blog Giveaway...

Designer Favors Giveaway on the Mod Blog- A set of custom sticker for a birthday party or favors! also great for people who own etsy shops and want stickers for packaging! Super cute! Only one person has entered so if you want an awesome chance head on over and either follow our mod blog or leave a comment to enter- super easy!

Mural for Baby Girl Johnsons room part 1

You can't really see the pencil but I projected the image onto the wall with pencil.

Here was my template

partially done!

Ta Da the pink layer is done!- Tomorrow is black and white lining

and her monogram on the pink

Your going to have to wait to see it though so I don't give her name away!

Bridal Fantasy 2010 Masquerade Booth

So today I had such a blast doing a booth for my friend Simone's bridal boutique store. It was fun to do something besides an event booth. It went smoothly I felt creative and excited pinning and adjusting and man I just loveee my job! I really like the Telus convention center better than the Roundup Center- more open, better lighting ect. I'd show you pictures -but I'm trying to encourage people to visit Mods Blog site so here's the link! Enjoy!

Mods 1st official wedding

We finally have pictures back yay!

Check out my brides shoes!

Ive been so excited to share this with everyone

So to read about the big wedding day click on the link below.

Indian summer wedding