Old McDonald meets Jollibee, E-I-E-I-O! Every kid dreams of a Jollibee party! They really are a lot of fun, but oftentimes have limited themes to choose from. This is where mommy Cris' DIY skills come in, making Liam's party extra special by adding a personal touch. With some creativity here, and scissors and glues there, little Liam had a barn! I just love all the rustic ... Continue Reading
Vito’s Circus Party
Excited to share this DIY party by blogger extraordinaire Martine de Luna of Make it Blissful. Like in all other things she does, Martine's homemade party for son Vito was filled with inspired details that captures just how, well, blissful their family life is! And all the more in the coming weeks as her family waits to welcome another bundle of joy! Being pregnant and busy ... Continue Reading
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles DIY Party
Cowabunga, dude! HMP is giving all you Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fans a treat because we're sharing not just one but two turtley awesome TMNT inspired homemade parties on the blog today! We've seen a comeback of this theme ever since the movie's latest release so you better read on in case the kiddo requests for this in his (or her!) next party! Both parties are filled with ... Continue Reading
Izach’s Elmo Birthday Party
I must admit, it's difficult to pull off a character themed party since we sometimes get too excited to decorate using the character, we end up overdoing it! I mean, someone like Elmo is cute and cuddly, but if you see his face in every corner, you'd probably be tired of him by the end of the party! But hey, Izach's first birthday is a perfect example of a character themed ... Continue Reading
Staniss’ Pinoy Fiesta Party
"No time to siesta, it's time to fiesta!" is what Staniss' invites promised to his guests! And it sure looked like a fun fiesta filled with old-school party elements like printed balloons, hotdogs on sticks, and banderites. How about parlor games like pabitin, stop dance and Trip to Jerusalem? That sounds like fun! We don't see these in parties often anymore so I'm sure you'll ... Continue Reading
Drei’s Peter Rabbit Baptismal Party
We're feeling nostalgic and remembering our childhood with this Peter Rabbit-inspired DIY party based on the classic nursery book of Beatrix Potter. Mommy Jen put together a sweet sweet theme for her little bunny's baptismal party. You'll see a lot of clever details here - from the veggie patch to the bunny tails, down to the cheese ball carrots. Are you now as curious as ... Continue Reading
Noah’s Jake and the Never Land Pirates Birthday Party
Ahoy mateys! Today's homemade party is a treasure trove of memories, thanks to the DIY skills of Noah's mommy Roberta and daddy Dennis. Armed with their glues and scissors, some photoshopping skills and inspirations and photos from the internet, the mom and dad duo pulled off one amazing party, with a theme that the celebrant surely enjoyed! If you have a toddler, you probably ... Continue Reading
Jose’s Tiger Birthday Party
There's something about intimate parties that tugs my heart. I love the fact that you can pay attention to each and every detail, and get the rest of the family involved in the planning and preparations too. Take this party for example, which is just what Homemade Parties is all about! Imagine yourself as a two year old waking up to this party scene? Jose, mommy Maan’s little ... Continue Reading
Lucas’ Cookies and Milk Christening Party
Let’s start with something close to my heart, our Lucas’ Christening. I’ve always wanted to write about his birth story, but we'll save that for another blog. So for now, I'll just share with you my Facebook announcement of his arrival. And yes, couldn't help but include the picture that came with it. That's our 3-day old Lucas smiling at mommy! <sigh> Written on ... Continue Reading