Friday Link Collective {Mother's Day!}

With Mother's Day a little over a week away, we figured this post could serve as both a reminder (uh-oh!) and a way to get some cute, last minute ideas for Mother's Day. I mean, anyone who does the work of twenty for free, deserves a little lovin', right?

This week's Friday Link Collective is centered around Mommy Dearest. (Note the spelling. We don't mean the Crawford story.) Show your mama a little love this Mother's Day with the help of some of these fabulous links!

If you're on a tight budget, this list from Centsational Girl of simple, inexpensive Mother's Day gifts is a great tool to have. With ideas ranging from fabric-covered mousepads to family Polaroid coasters, you're sure to find something perfect for your mom! And if you haven't already, you only have about a week, so you might want to get started.

Eating out on Mother's Day can be more of a hassle than it's worth. Why not make the day even more special for Mom by making her brunch (with bottomless mimosas, perhaps)? This list of 25 Easy Make-Ahead Mother’s Day Brunch Recipes from Babble has so many delicious-sounding breakfast/brunch ideas that you won't even know where to begin. (Why, hello there, Tiny Maple Walnut Coffee Cakes.)

You know what would make that Mother's Day brunch table look even prettier? One of these Easy Mother's Day Flower Arrangements from BHG. Super simple, but super delightful, it'll also make Mom feel super special.

We felt it absolutely necessary to include this next link, because who doesn't love pop-up cards? Though the instructions can seem a little daunting at first, these Mother's Day floral pop-up cards from Martha Stewart are a great thing to give your mama for Mother's Day and for her to keep, to remind her how loved she is, all year long.

Because she is, right? Make sure to show your mamas some love (on Mother's Day for sure, but also just all the time)!

Friday Link Collective {Earth Day 2014!}

It’s been a busy year here at Paper Style, and we can imagine it has been for you, too. But we definitely want to take a moment out of all the craziness to recognize that next Tuesday, April 22, 2014 is Earth Day!

So for today’s Friday Link Collective, here are some great links for celebrating the Earth!

2014’s Earth Day theme is “Green Cities”. You can learn more about what that means for all of us here!

Earth Day is all about helping in whatever way you can, whether you plant a tree, recycle, or buy local, there are immeasurable ways to make a difference. There are a usually events all around the nation that you can attend or volunteer at to spread awareness. Here in Atlanta, there are at least four big events put together by various colleges and communities.

If you don’t really have the time to volunteer, the Earth Day Network suggests participating with an Earth Dinner, which involves “planning a dinner with as many local, seasonal, and organic ingredients as possible – supporting local and organic farmers”.

Got some cookie monsters on your hands? These super cute Earth day cookies are easy to make and fun for the little ones. And whatever they don’t eat is left to you… So it’s a win-win, right?

We love these t-shirts from the guys at biff tees, demanding respect for your Mother (Earth). They’re made with “cotton, ink, hard work, and love”, a perfect combo for Earth Day.

Wishing you a happy & green Earth Day!

Friday Link Collective {Earth Day!}

So, we're never fans of jumping the gun when it comes to weekends. We want you to enjoy those glorious days off. But because this Monday, April 22, is Earth Day, we're gonna go ahead and skip right to that.

So, what exactly is Earth Day all about, besides just planting some trees? Here's a little background info to get you started: http://www.earthday.org/2013/about.html & http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth_Day

Earth Day is something we think everyone should get involved in, so we've got some links to great activities for getting your kids in on the fun. The more your kids understand about the environment, the more likely they'll be to grow into conscientious, eco-friendly adults.

• If you live in Atlanta or Los Angeles, you're in luck, because the Atlanta Zoo's Party for the Planet and the LA Zoo's Earth Day Expo are great programs that would be tons of fun for kids (...and adults, really.)


• You could also go to your local Lowe's, Home Depot, or plant nursery and give your little ones the chance to play in the dirt and plant some green things or put out new bird feeders.

If you're interested in rolling up your sleeves and participating in any events or activities, you can use this map to help find some near you.

Check out earthday.org's 2013 campaign about the face of climate change and how you can make a difference!

And, you may be thinking: but... if I did want to plant some trees... Well, use this handy dandy hardiness map to tell you what plants grow best where you live.

Happy Earth Day!

Friday Link Collective

Ladies and gentleman, I give you... SPRING! (finally.)

The past few days, we've had some seriously cold rain down here in Georgia. Boyd, the warehouse manager, was calling it Blackberry Winter, and we're hoping it's over now. And if you don't know what Blackberry Winter is, then keep reading, 'cause here's your Friday Link Collective:

• Brush up on your Southern expressions, like Blackberry Winter.



• We love all of the pins on our Spring Wedding Board on Pinterest. So many colors! Get inspired (even if you're not getting married!)



• Is anyone else obsessed with infographics? Russell Van Kraayenburg's blog Chasing Delicious is home to these AMAZING Produce Calendars that tell you when certain produce is in season. And spring is just so full of goodies!



• Spring is the perfect time for a garden party, and we've got a huge selection of springy, floral invitations and tableware to choose from!

Have a great weekend, everyone!

Friday Link Collective {Easter!}

Happy Friday, everyone!

We know Easter can be especially exciting when you have little ones, but with all the Cadbury eggs and Peeps to be eaten, let's be real, it's pretty exciting for all of us. Here are some quick Easter-themed links for your weekend:

• Going egg hunting this weekend? This Etsy treasury has the right idea for an EGG-ceptional weekend!


• We're loving this "Whimsical Easter Celebration for Little Ones" from The Pretty Blog! Such happy little faces!


• Someone at the office is definitely going to have to try this recipe for Cadbury Creme Fudge from the blog Raising 4 Princesses. Because you can't go wrong with Cadbury anything.


• It's always fascinating to see how people across the globe are spending their holidays. Read up on Easter customs from around the world!


• If you get to play hostess (or host) this weekend, then you'll love this blog post on Easter brunch entertaining ideas from 100 Layer Cake. The menu sounds amazing and the colors and tablescapes are gorgeous.


• It just wouldn't be Easter without some spring-colored Peeps! Read about how those squishy little birds came to be! (Do you know anyone who prefers their Peeps to be sort of stale?)

Have a great weekend & a beautiful Easter!

Happy Friday & The Luck of the Irish

Happy Friday, lovely readers! Some of us are about to head out of here to buy our Shamrock Shakes. Ahem, and maybe mix a little Bailey's in, too. But before we go on our merry way, we have some fun St. Patrick's Day-related links:

Still desperately searching for something to do this St. Patty's Day? Find a bar/pub crawl near you! Just enter your city for a list of great events on St. Patrick’s Day:
http://stpatricksday.barcrawls.com/atlanta/st-paddys-day

Love Irish Step Dance? Here's a scene from a great movie to watch with your kids on St. Patrick's Day:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sva4R-lkxsw

We love this awesome "Lucky Rainbow St. Patrick’s Day Party” from Hostess with the Mostess. If you're planning a party for your kids, there are some great ideas in this post.

If you want to find a St. Patrick’s Day Parade near you, check out this list:
http://www.st-patricks-day.com/st_patricks_day_parades_home.html

Though St. Patty's Day is only two days away, if you're still looking for a little inspiration for your get-together, click on over to PaperStyle's St. Patrick's Day board on Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/paperstyle/st-patrick-s-day/


Have a fun (and SAFE) weekend, everyone!