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Jen Carver of Banner Events loves getting creative with parties, so it's no surprise that she went all out when her daughter requested an arts-and-crafts-themed seventh birthday bash. "Kaylee had been begging for an arts-and-crafts birthday celebration for an entire year," Jen says. "Some children are born with silver spoons in their mouths. Kaylee was born with a paintbrush and crayons in her hands!" Ten of Kaylee's friends attended the party, and each received an adorable art apron and art supply kit. "The kit served two purposes, acting as the supplies needed to complete some of the party activities and as a favor the girls got to take home with them," Jen says. Keep clicking to check out all the creative, crafty, and just plain cute details, captured by Mi Vida Photography.

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We all want to foster creativity in our children, and this clever rainbow paint party Shannon of Petite Party Studio threw for her son is full of unbelievably creative details and activities. There is so much to love in this third birthday bash, from Spin Art and artist palette cookies to Rice Krispies Treat paint brushes and colorful candy displayed in clear paint cans. Keep clicking to check out all the details, photographed beautifully by Jackie Lindfors, and find inspiration for your own little Picasso!

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We love the idea of displaying a family tree. It helps little ones make sense of their heritage and understand how they relate to each relative. But if you're not up for creating your own modern family tree, then keep it simple — and stylish — by picking up one of these cool prints or wall decals, which will make easy work of displaying your family ancestry!

Minted has been one of our favorite stops for party invitations and holiday cards for some time, but the company's new collection of limited-edition and customizable kids' art has us really flipping out. Minted sources the prints from artists around the world, and all are available in multiple colorways and sizes. Not only are they totally incredible and affordable (most start at $15 to $20), but also, if buy one before the end of May, then 50 percent of your purchase price will go to support for Every Mother Counts, Christy Turlington's advocacy group that promotes global maternal health. Keep clicking to see 10 of our favorite Minted prints, but if they don't inspire you, then there are literally more than a hundred other options to choose from!

You might want to keep your real-life animals out of the baby's room, but the following 10 animal prints (we're talking art, not Jessica Simpson's favorite fabric) will be a welcome addition to your nursery. Even better, these prints won't have to move out with the crib; they're all modern enough to last your lil one for years to come.

With the new year comes new resolutions, and for many mamas that means organizing our lives. From clearing the clutter off the kitchen counter to finding ways to get the kids out the door more efficiently each morning, we're dedicating the next few weeks to helping you achieve your goals. With just a few easy steps, this is one resolution you'll be able to cross off your list by the end of the month!

When your child is bringing home dozens of mini masterpieces each week, it can be hard not to feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of arts and crafts. You don't want to toss your lil one's hard work, but what to do with all that paper? Follow these five easy tips to organize and display your aspiring Picasso's work. You'll love the lack of clutter, and your lil one will know how much you value his creative skills.