13 Boo-tifully Delicious Halloween Cookies


Updated 10/19/11 1:20 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Cutest Halloween Cookies

Is your tot a cookie monster? All Hallows' Eve is right around the corner, and mama's busy getting ready for the spookiest — and sweetest! — night of the year. Giving out store-bought candy to little trick-or-treaters is common practice, but why not dazzle them with an extra something special in their goodie bags this year? Check out these 13 boo-tifully delicious Halloween cookies and get Read more

Keepsake Party Favor Bags Guests Will Treasure Forever


Updated 02/23/11 10:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Reusable Party Favor Bags

TLC's new series Outrageous Kids Parties busts open the pinata of over-the-top decadent fetes with price tags hitting the high mark of $32,000. Most people can't make that level of investment yearly, but it's only natural to want to shower your children and stun your friends and family with spectacular celebrations. The key is to plan smart: make your own themed cake pops instead of ordering Read more

Are Party Favors Necessary?


Updated 02/16/10 2:04 PM · Posted by babysugar · 5 comments

Are Birthday Party Favors Necessary?

At the end of every birthday party, there comes that moment where the invited guests start looking toward the door. Before saying thank-you and filing out, they pause, knowing that there is one last party ritual to go through before heading home – the goody bag. Party favors are supposed to serve as a token of thanks for attending a tot's celebration. While some families opt for bags prefilled Read more

Heirloom Baby Shower: Favors


Updated 04/17/09 2:00 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Heirloom Baby Shower: Favors

lilsugar is celebrating mamas-to-be all month with extensive baby shower coverage that will help you put on awww-inducing, unique, socially relevant, and hip fetes. This week, we are planning an heirloom-themed party that asks guests to pass on stories, advice, and heirloom gifts instead of filling a nursery with new goodies. The aim of the shower is to keep costs down and celebrate cherished Read more

Kiddie Soirée: Sweet Spring Treats


Updated 04/07/09 4:00 PM · Posted by babysugar · 0 comments

Spring Party Favors

The idea of giving every guest a goldfish or a furry lil snow bunny for a party favor sure sounds cute, but is it practical? Not so much. At your Spring chicken's next birthday party, keep with the "new life" theme with frosted cookies and cupcakes to go. Check out the slideshow of my favorite Spring sweet treats that you and your child can make together. Read more

Mommy Dearest: Looking For Inexpensive Party Favors?


Updated 11/20/08 12:51 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 9 comments

Mommy Dearest: Looking For Inexpensive Party Favors?

Mommy Dearest, My daughter's fifth birthday is coming up and I'm throwing her the typical cake, ice cream and pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey-party with ten of her classmates. It's low key and because I was recently laid off, low budget. In order to further cut costs, I'm thinking of skipping the party favors unless you have any ideas for inexpensive options? — Birthday on a Budget To read the Read more

Off to Market Recap: Wedding Favors


Updated 05/01/08 9:06 AM · Posted by partysugar · 5 comments

Off to Market Recap: Wedding Favors

Finding the perfect wedding favor is not an easy task. A good wedding favor should spark the memory of the wedding, be representative of the couple, and be somewhat useful. To inspire our blushing brides, I asked you to help me find the internet's most fabulous favors. You bookmarked the favors in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag, Wedding Favors. My favorite favor was this pear Read more

Tea Party: Hostess and Party Favors


Updated 04/16/08 12:28 PM · Posted by babysugar · 1 comment

Hostess and Party Favors for Tea Parties

Torn on what to give your guests at the end of your tea party baby shower? No worries, we've got you covered. If you invested in inexpensive teacups for the shower, fill them with goodies and gift them to your party goers. Another idea is to wrap up beautifully decorated sugar cubes from Aida Opera Candies in cellophane and tie them off with a ribbon. Or, toss a few Twinings tea bags and the Read more

Kiddie Soiree: Surprise Ball Party Favors


Updated 02/20/08 7:00 PM · Posted by babysugar · 1 comment

Party Partners Surprise Balls

Every party needs a perfect ending, but finding unique party favors for kids can be especially hard. I love these party balls ($9) by Party Partners. The crepe-covered spheres are decorated to resemble lady bugs, princesses, frogs, and pirates. Easy on the eyes, they are also a delight to unravel. To find out what is inside, read more Read more