party mini buttons are my fave

One time we were at a party and Ryan successfully convinced everybody that my favorite band is Smash Mouth. That embarrassing occasion inspired these mini button name tags that are meant to not...

an image transfer card is my fave

Today’s tutorial was created by the talented Alana of Humunuku. Why didn’t I know image transfer was so easy? I can’t wait to try this on muslin bags for party favors. Once I discovered how simple...

a closet full of flats is my fave

I am a flats girl all the way. I probably shouldn’t be, I’m fairly short and shoes with a heel might help elongate my sturdy (a nice word for meaty) legs. But I can’t seem to break my flats habit...

a birthday cake is my fave

Today is my birthday so the coolest cake maker in all the land, Lyndsay Sung of Coco Cake Land, whipped up this masterpiece. I’ve really been inspired by fast and easy (but still cute!) parties...

a box of chocolate is my fave

My whole family loves chocolate but one sister in particular is a mega fan. She doesn’t classify something as a dessert unless chocolate is involved and spends in inordinate amount of time trying...

a birthday pennant is my fave

Today’s post is from Sharon, the party genius behind Cupcakes and Cutlery. This month is a SUPER busy birthday month in my family. And given that our very own Melanie is having a birthday next...

four steps to better photos are my fave

I should preface this post by stating that I’m not a photographer and would never claim to be. I take photos out of necessity. But, I have taken some steps that have improved my photos immensely in...

a photo booth strip card is my fave

My birthday always lands really close (if not on) Mother’s Day and I’ve already made it perfectly clear to Ryan that I will not tolerate any of this combination of holidays business. I expect...

a diy wahoo board is my fave

Today’s post is from super crafter and cute mom, Amelia of The Homebook. I’ve never played Wahoo but this diy is leaving me ready for a game night. Wahoo! Have you ever played? This game was a...

felt party flags are my fave

I may lose crafter cred by saying this, but I’m not a fan of glitter. My main complaint it can’t be contained and remnants of its use last forever. My second complaint is that it reminds me too...

first mate photo co is my fave (giveaway!)

After months of letting our wall go very bare and seeking your advice, I decided to hang one large print to occupy the space. It fits the clean aesthetic I’m trying to keep in the house and isn’t...

a snack box is my fave

One of the things I appreciated most while I was going through post partum chaos was the gift of food. I had to keep a stash of snacks next to my bed because I would be so ravenous when I woke up....

rainbow string lights are my fave

I love the colorful bulb lights from La Case de cousin Paul (first seen on Oh Happy Day) but I don’t make it to France as often as I would like to and high shipping fees aren’t my jam. So I came up...

a mother’s day wreath is my fave

Today’s post is from sweet Joy, the gal behind Frock Files. From my mom, I inherited a lot of things, including a love of paper and flowers, and an interest in writing. So it only seemed fitting to...

a first birthday party is my fave

On Saturday we held a small party for Beck. He loved the attention and just kept on clapping in excitement. While a majority of the guest list couldn’t make it, the dear friends who did come made...

beck’s birthday is my fave

Yesterday we celebrated Beck’s birthday, just our family of three, and it was perfect. We started the day by singing a chorus of Happy Birthday as we opened the door to Beck’s room and he clapped...

a birthday parade is my fave

This weekend is Beck’s first birthday. I’m looking forward to seeing his face when he comes downstairs and discovers balloons and I’m curious as to what he’ll think about cake. While his party...

pinhole press is my fave (giveaway!)

Every year for Mother’s Day I gift my mom a Pinhole Press photo book full of family snapshots from the previous year. And like a typical mom, she loves it (she’s not just telling me that because...

cloth portfolios are my fave

Today’s tutorial was created by the talented Alana of Humunuku. These cloth portfolios would make a great Mother’s Day gift or be a pretty way to house a menu at a party. To make your own cloth...

a gift stash is my fave

I don’t have the best memory of my childhood but I do remember the monumental day when I was introduced to the concept of a gift closet. I was over at my friend’s house preparing to go to a...

hanging fabric flowers are my fave

I don’t have a FAQ page on YAMF because the fact is, I don’t get asked questions all the much. I guess I haven’t done a good enough job making my life seem fascinating enough that people wonder or...

whack pinateria is my fave

I’m not sure why it took me so long to discover the gem of a shop that is Whack Pinateria but it’s making my party supply loving heart happy today. Shop owner and pinata artist, Aracely, is a...

a few (small) house updates are my fave

I felt like we worked on putting together our house for so long that the minute I deemed it presentable, I threw in the decorating towel. Now that it’s been a few months, I’m gradually easing back...

crepe cones are my fave

For the next party I throw I really want to do a breakfast for dinner theme. Wouldn’t it be cute to have a breakfast carb bar with your choice of waffles, french toast, crepes or flapjacks and all...

floral portraits are my fave

Today I’m happy to announce that Amelia, the creator of the oh so popular wind-up paper butterflies, will be stopping by yamf once a month to share her talents. Is it officially Spring where you...

a candy button backdrop is my fave

As useless as candy buttons are as an actual candy (hardened cough syrup), they sure make a happy backdrop for a photo booth. I posted the one step tutorial right here on Julep. And a few links for...

diy easter baskets are my fave

I know, Easter is three days away and you’ve already got the ham in the oven. But if you tend to do things last minute like me, you might be interested in busting out one of these simple, fabric...

a gold dipped feather mobile is my fave

Today’s post is from sweet Joy, the gal behind Frock Files Over the past six months, we’ve turned our second bedroom from a storage space to my office. Now that it’s finally cleared out I have lots...

a boxed breakfast is my fave

I put this boxed breakfast together as a simple way to treat the adults who are corralling the Easter egg hunt participants this weekend and who surely didn’t have time for breakfast since they...

I hope the first couple days of spring have been happy on your end. It’s supposed to snow in Denver this weekend (boo) so I guess that means we’ll be forced to stay inside and curse at the teams...