Each year, our Children's Ministry department hosts a Noah's Ark party for Halloween. The kids went last year and had so much fun. We are excited to go again this year. The party attendees are encouraged to wear animal costumes and in addition to fun Fall party games with Hallween candy prizes, the Noah's Ark story is read. All the "animals" get on the ark while the Noah's Ark party is reenacted. So much fun! I found great animal costume ideas at Oriental Trading this year. There are so … [Read more...]
Pirate for Halloween? Here are some basic pirate words.
My son is a pretty big fan of pirates. He loves to climb up our play set in the backyard and pretend to be a captain of the ship. But not just any captain but a pirate captain. He calls himself a "bad guy". Ever on the look out for sharks too. My heart melts each time I spy on him and watch him play. This fall I was able to get him a new dress up costume from HABA. The Captain Charlie Pirate Costume is the perfect costume for my Little Man. He has been wearing it daily and loves to "speak … [Read more...]
5 Costume Ideas That Can Be Used Year Round
It's that time of year again: the leaves are falling and the shops are filling up with all sorts of costumes to celebrate Halloween. However, just because Halloween's just around the corner doesn't mean that you have to make a purchase with the holiday in mind. Whether you have a love for the dramatic flair or are thinking ahead to themed birthday parties; now is a great time to stock up on costumes from sites like Funidelia to wear throughout the year. My daughter puts on a play dress … [Read more...]
Play Time Makeup: Luna Star Naturals
My Princess loves dress-up time and pretend play. I have blogged about it many times including here and here. She also loves to wear all the pretend play makeup on her face. Unfortunately, many of the products sold today are full of petrochemicals and other unsafe synthetic ingredients. I don't want that on my Princess' sweet skin! Boy, was I glad to find Luna Star Naturals! Luna Star Naturals has an award-winning collection of natural, non-toxic, hypoallergenic mineral makeup designed … [Read more...]
Perfect for Dress Up: Almar Princess Dresses
Playing Dress Up by lavonnelong My daughter loves playing dress up. We have a hamper in her room that contains all her dress up clothes, shoes, and accessories. I just went through all the items to get rid of some of the things she has outgrown. When I had the chance this holiday season to review two dresses from Almar, I knew that my Princess would be ecstatic. In fact, I am wrapping these two dresses in a box so fancy, she is going to be happy while opening and then once she sees what is … [Read more...]
