Mother's Day Citrus & Floral Brunch- Styled Two Ways

Celebrate mom this Mother's day by throwing her a

bright & cheerful citrus and floral brunch.

Create a gorgeous spread with two different table settings using a mix of colorful diy decor and fresh floral elements. Read on for details and styling tips!

Setting No. 1- Whimsical & Festive

Create a simple citrus balloon garland by using yellow, orange and green balloons.

Cut out leaves on green card stock and

attach one leaf to each balloon then string them up.

You can hang your balloon garland or use it as table runner.

Use simple white plates & cutlery and mix in some fun pops of color.

Lemon slice sugar cookies make great place settings or/and favors.

A fresh fruit center piece adds a festive touch to your spread. You can't go wrong with a pineapple! You can also use oranges, lemons and limes,

Emma loves the cookies. Yummy Yummy!

Setting No. 2- Fresh & Elegant

Create an elegant centerpiece using citrus colored blooms. Start by layering greenery and kumquat branches then add some orange roses, pin cushions and yellow mums.

Use kumquat branches throughout the table.

Fresh leaves make pretty place cards- write names on leaves using a gold metallic pen.

Create a fun & colorful photo booth backdrop.

I used Ikea coasters to make this one- they come in a pack of 10 for 99 cents!

Here's to moms!!

Wishing you a bright & cheery Mother's Day!

Styling/ Photography: Crafted By Jen & Blush & Honey
Blooms/ Floral Arrangements: Blush & Honey
Balloon Garland/ Sugar Cookies: Crafted By Jen
Party Cups: Oh Joy for Target
Coasters/ Napkins: Ikea

DIY Mr. Potato Head Busy Board

Keep the little ones busy while they learn about their 5 senses. This Mr. Potato Head busy board is simply made with felt. Remember, felt naturally sticks to itself so the fun and possibilities are endless! Stuff You'll Need: - felt in various colors - scissors - hot glue gun Directions: 1. Cut a large potato-shaped body out of light brown felt. 2. Make your eyes, ears, nose, mouth and arms. You can make additional fun accessories like a hat, shoes, bag, etc. Get creative! Here's Mrs. Potato Head! Emma and her masterpiece!

DIY Felt Ice Cream Truck Quiet Board

I'm constantly finding new ways to entertain my little tot while I try to get work done. This adorable felt ice cream truck quiet board will keep the little ones busy, plus they can work on their counting skills, colors and building skills. And remember, felt naturally sticks to itself so the fun never ends! Stuff You'll Need: - a 20" x 15" foam board - scissors - box cutter - hot glue glue - white felt - felt in assorted colors for your truck accessories and ice cream treats Directions One: Two: Three: Cut out an ice cream truck canopy, window, truck divider & wheels out of felt (in your choice of colors). Four: Glue all the above onto your felt-covered board using your hot glue gun. Five: Create your ice cream treats! This is the fun part and the possibilities are endless. Here's Emma's "Menu" of ice cream treats I've made: happy creating! xo

Au revoir! Catch me on Instagram

I initially started this blog in 2010 to chronicle my baking adventures. In 2013 I became a mother and this space shifted to sharing my DIYs and inspiration for creative living. Since then, I've been fortunate to work with multiple companies producing creative editorial content. As I look back at this blog, I'm reminded of how your passions can actually unfold into a career. And if you're really patient and willing to put in the all the work, dream jobs do come true. So it is here where I say au revoir to my beloved blog, aka my creative journal. You can still find me on @craftedbyjen . xoxo, Jen

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