Mommy and Me Tea

The Mommy and Me Tea held at "The Pink Cottage" to show off local designer Alexandra Ximenez Children's designs turned out to be a great success. Daughters and mothers showed up to a world full of imagination, great decor, and some of the best lemonade and punch avaliable this summer. This event featured line "Mommy's Posh Princess" which El Paso seemed to deem more than worthy. If you missed out, the event was captured with photos which you can view below. Due to the high demand of this event, there will be another one on Oct 2, 2010. Again "The Pink Cottage" will be featuring a world of tutus, stylish pink converse, glitter head bands, and a fun dress up theme tea. If you were able to attend and are interested in more information on "Mommy's Posh Princess" designs, you can visit http://www.mommyposhprincess.com/ or check them out on facebook. http://www.facebook.com/Mommy

The Pink Cottge Boutique and Gallery

Looking for a new and unique place to shop? If you are interested checking out some of El Paso's best local designers and artists try the Pink Cottage Boutique and Gallery on N Mesa. This amazing boutique carries organic soaps and candles that'll leave your nose wanting more, unique jewlery for your fashion expertise, an art and photo gallery great for your home decor, and a children's boutique that will leave your daughter feeling like a princess. This Saturday August 7 at 12 Noon, the Pink Cottage will feature local designer Alexandra Ximinez of "Mommy's Posh Princess." This line feautures tutus great for fun, dance, and play, wands to wizzle up your child's imagination, jazzed up Converse like you've never seen before, and an array of accessories you'll be sure to love. Come in on Saturday and see for yourself. There will be a "Mommy and Me Tea" where you can enjoy some time with your loved ones, while having some great tea, punch, and cup cakes. You can even dress up if you'd like. You will have an opportunity to check out this great boutique, meet a new designer, and have some fun.

6600 N. Mesa ST STE 404 El Paso, TX

www.mommysposhprincess.com

Party Owl Tip #1: Outdoor Party Reminders

Here are a few tips that you might not have thought about when planning your outdoor event.

-Say No to Paper Plates Outdoors

Do not use paper/disposable lightweight place settings when having an outdoor party. Unless you can predict the weather, and are absolutely positive the weather will be perfect, try to avoid paper plates for outdoor events. The slightest breeze (even under a gazebo or tent) will send your gorgeous place settings and hard work right out the window. For outdoor parties use heavy place settings and centerpieces. If you decide against having this type of dinnerware you may want to consider moving the children’s tables and favor table inside (Favor table Tip #2). You can always have all activities and dress up area outside.

-Keep Out of Sun

When deciding where to set up your favor table, keep your favors in mind. Keep chocolate bars, candy favors, cupcakes and cakes out of the direct sun and heat.

-Prevent Food Poisoning

Another tricky thing about outdoor parties is food safety. Hamburger meat and potato salad may go bad quicker in the sun. Keep a constant eye on how long food has been out to prevent food poisoning.

Party Owl Part How To #1- How To NOT Stress Out During the Party

A birthday party should be fun and memorable for the guests, the birthday child and for you! Here are some tips:

-Be prepared-Make a checklist of EVERYTHING you will need and check it off before the party. Part Owl’s party Checklist

-Say YES to help- Don’t be proud! If someone offers to help make the lemonade or direct a party game let them! Your party will be amazing and you will still get all of the credit for pulling it off!

-Consider Catering- You may think that it will be less expensive if you just make the food yourself but you need to consider how much less stress you would have if you had someone cater. Most catering places deliver, serve and clean up. It might be worth the extra money to relax and actually eat at the party without trying to serve everyone. It will also allow you to MINGLE!