My First Attempt

Greetings Friends,

This is my first attempt at blogging . . . I'm very excited about the prospects of having my own blog after rewatching "Julie and Julia" again yesterday afternoon!  I was totally inspired and now I'm daydreaming about the possibilities of inspiring others and being discovered and getting my own book deal - I digress . . . Get back to reality Beth! 

However, in the midst of all my excitement and daydreams, I must confess that I've discovered that I'm definitely clueless about starting a blog! There were so many choices to make this afternoon before I could even think about writing my first post!  Yet, to quote from a friend's facebook update quoting Pippi Longstocking, "I've never tried it before, so I'm sure I can do it!"

It is the exact attitude of these words which brings me to the subject matter of my first blog: My First Attempt at . . . making Diaper Cakes!  I know you were expecting something a little more serious, and possibly life-altering, but for me, I find joy in all the little "belles" and whistles that decorate life!  I'm a budget-conscious Mom who loves all things boutique, but cannot always afford the price tag accompanying such items.  I had never attempted to make a Diaper Cake before, but after checking out the prices for "Boutique Custom Diaper Cakes" online, I agreed with Pippi Longstocking, "I'm sure I can make one myself  - MUCH CHEAPER!"  And I did exactly that  . . . and here's the picture to prove it:

I got so carried away that I not only made one Diaper Cake in the traditional Three Tier Stacked Style, but I also made one in the shape of "Two Peas in a Pod" - the theme of the baby shower that I was hosting for a friend expecting twins!

When I finished making those Diaper Cakes, with new-found confidence, I decided to try my hand at a "Two Peas in the Pod" Baby Bath and Washcloth Cake:

After conquering that craft, I thought to myself, "Wow, Boutique party favors would be great, but they are expensive too!  I've never tried it before, but I'm sure I can do a little something!"  Here are my "Two Peas in a Pod" Bath Salt Party Favors:



I guess what I'm trying to say is that I really enjoyed trying to do something that I've never tried before!! I felt really Martha Stewart-ish while hosting this Baby Shower at my home!  More importantly, I knew that I had pulled out all the "belles (beauties) and whistles" for my dear friend without breaking the bank! 

I feel the same way as I begin with my "First Attempt" at writing this blog.  Maybe you share my boutique tastes and have "Caviar Dreams on a Peanut Butter Budget!"  If you do, my advice is DYI - Do It Yourself! In fact, if you decide to check back with me again, I'll even share my tips with you on how to make Diaper Cakes like these on a budget!! 

But for now, I'll sign off tonight leaving you with some great advice from my wonderful Dad, "Try it and you'll like it!