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Recently I was part of a motherhood interview series by Little Light Design Collective. A group of moms, who also are bloggers, participated by answering a set of questions. Answering some of the questions was a little harder than I expected. It was tough to be so honest about my motherhood experiences and remove certain walls to […]

If you follow Sparrow Soirées on Facebook or Instagram, you might have seen pictures of a party-in-a-box I put together for Domino Beauty Boutique’s recent giveaway. It was incredibly easy to do and well under a $75, including the bin, to put together. I’ve found over time it’s nice to have a bin stocked with basics so I’m always […]

Hello friends! I realize it’s been a month since my last post. I’m still here. It was a much-needed hiatus – and more on it all at another time. Today is all about celebration: it’s our 9-year anniversary to be exact! It has been an incredible journey and I cannot imagine spending a second of it without […]

Are you a Game of Thrones fan? I am. So is The Mister. As are many others. While at Alt Summit, Kathy, of Krafty Kath, discovered we both dig the show (and, let’s not kid ourselves, Jon Snow too) and joked about getting together for a Game of Thrones craft night. Then it happened. If […]

Believe it or not, I’m at a loss when it comes to kid crafts. Yes. I’m an event planner, which calls for a lot of imagination and creativity. I know my way around a pair of scissors and a glue stick. A washi tape wizard if you will. But when I open my tykes’ art […]

Have you ever noticed certain holidays seem to sneak up even though you know it’s on a very specific date? Even with all handy reminders like Facebook, e-newletters, or blog posts there’s still a moment of surprise when you look at your calendar and the holiday is the very NEXT day? I usually feel this […]

http://youtu.be/ImlmVqH_5HM I’m ready for Christmas to be here. The past few weeks have been a whirlwind of activity and I’m ready for a break from the constant buzz. I’m ready to just be in the moments that make this time of year so incredibly special. It might be why I cannot shake this commercial out […]

While in high school my Grandma began a gift tradition, which has turned into an amazing collection. She gave each of us – my sisters and mom, my cousins, aunts, and me – pieces from Department 56 villages. I was given two buildings and few figurines from the Christmas in the City collection. Each following […]

We have a guest blogger today on The Sparrow’s Nest! Please welcome the fab Kendra Thornton! Our Fabulous Thornton Thanksgiving! With the leaves changing color, the air getting a little bit brisker and families preparing for the annual gatherings of the holiday season, I am getting ready to enjoy one of my favorite periods. Thanksgiving […]

This past week didn’t quite go as planned. My to-do list was already ambitious and then The Ick hit. The youngest tyke woke up Monday morning with a nasty cold and then it hit me Tuesday night. I felt horrible even with meds so I cannot imagine what he was going through since he’s too […]