Make Store Bought Decorations Your Own Creations

It never fails, I get something specific in my mind that I want for a party and I go on a mad search through every store within a hundred miles (with both of my boys in tow) and spend hours looking online but I just can't find EXACTLY what I want.  This is also the downfall of being a perfectionist.  I finally realized the best way to get the look I want without driving myself insane and dragging two screaming children into a million stores, is simply to do it myself.  Sounds daunting, right?  It's actually the complete opposite.  It's been incredibly easy to customize decorations to my specific needs, it's less expensive than having something custom made, AND I love the creativity it allows.  So don't fret if you can't find the exact cups or banner you want for your next event.  Look at what's available and embrace the possibilities.  With some scissors and little card stock your can make any decoration your own creation.

These centerpieces (top left) were created with a word document, printed on white card stock, cut out, and attached to lollipop sticks.  The safari baby shower cups (top center), treat bags (top right), and kid's cups (bottom) were all created by attaching shapes cut from card stock. SO easy and so cute!!