Crayola Pop Art Pixie VIP* Premiere Party

As I mentioned in my last post, the Libby and I recently returned from a whirlwind weekend partying it up like a rock star in NYC!
This is a continuation of that tale……

Now, where were we?
Ah, yes….
The Pop Art Pixie VIP* (*Very Important Pixies) Premiere Party

Friday evening, we spent 3 fabulous hours eating, crafting, learning, loving and chatting.
The party began with the Pink Carpet treatment where the girls were interviewed.

(That is the Libby being interviewed along with Joanna’s daughter Kayla)
After the grueling interview, and a great photo-op

it was off to enjoy our pixiefied dinner.

Once dinner was complete, it was time to CRAFT!

We started off by learning a bit more about each of the Pop Art Pixies and then began working on our water bottles. The water bottle is a craft project that follows Skye’s eco-friendly ways since it is reusable.

(The Libby posing with her AWESOME water bottle!)

Once we finished the water bottles, we were on to our next craft. Again, we were working on a project that was inspired by Skye. This time we were painting a beautiful bird house wind chime. The Libby had A LOT of fun with this one, painting it red and white and adorning it with the #53 in honor of her cousin who plays for the Wisconsin Badgers!

(Sorry, there isn’t a pic but I will add one in a future post when I have it in our house to photograph since Crayola graciously shipped these items home for us.)

In between the wind chime project and the next one, it was time to take a break and indulge in a sundae from the AWESOME sundae bar that was set up.

Once our tummy’s were stuffed with ice cream, whip cream and sprinkles, we were on to our final project of the night. This time, we were working on an item from Tatum’s favorite projects, the Glass Plate.

(Again, I apologize that there is not a picture, but I promise, the minute our goodies arrive, I will snap some pics and get them posted!)

Once we were done crafting, I took some time to snap a picture of the Libby and her 2 new besties.

(The Libby with @MIsaacMom‘s girls, Miss. N and Miss E.)

These girls were INSEPARABLE the entire weekend! From the moment they got in the van together at the airport, they were stuck like glue!

Finally, before calling the party to a close for the night, all of the girls got together for a group picture.

That’s a wrap for our first day in The Big Apple. Once we were done at the party, we ventured out for a bit and walked around Times Square, went to M&M World and a few other shops before hitting up the bodega for some snacks!

Stay tuned for more tales of our NYC adventure!

**The Libby and I were invited to the VIP* Pop Art Pixie NYC event by Crayola. All of our travel accommodations, meals, incidentals and samples of Pop Art Pixies craft projects were provided by Crayola. **

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Crayola NYC VIP* Weekend

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Where to begin is the question!
This past Friday, the Libby and I both boarded a plane for the first time.
Our destination – New York via a transfer in Detroit.
Why – a Crayola NYC VIP* Weekend (*Very Important Pixie)
Where – The W hotel in Times Square

I guess I should begin with what it was like flying for the first time.
We both LOVED it!
Flying was absolutely AMAZING!

I am also pleased to report that we successfully navigated both Detroit Metro Airport and LaGuardia Airport.

Thank you!
I am mighty impressed as well.

Once we landed in New York and made our way down to the baggage claim area, we were able to locate the group of moms and daughters who were sharing in this amazing weekend with us.
(At this point, I could barely hear because my ears were all screwed up from the flight.)
From the airport, we climbed into the van with 2 other moms ( @YourFunFamily and @MIsaacMom ) and their daughters.

Upon arrival at the hotel, we received awesome Pop Art Pixies TShirts, bags, VIP* tags and a Pop At Pixies Passport!

Here is a close up of our Pop Art Pixie Avatars

After we had all of our goodies, we were off to our room on the 53rd floor of The W Times Square.

We were AMAZED when we entered the room.

And the view was unreal!

Once we got over the initial shock of being in NYC and a quick phone call home we were off to get ready for the VIP* Premiere Party!
But…more on that tomorrow!
Until then, I leave you with this…….

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Excitement + Nerves = Me

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In less then 36 hours, the Libby and I will be boarding a plane for the first time.
We will be traveling to new places for the first time.
We will be seeing New York for the first time.
As the day is rapidly approaching, not only has the sheer excitement of it all arrived, but so have the nerves.
I’m freaked out about flying.
I’m freaked out about missing a flight.
I’m freaked out about getting lost in the airport.
Needless to say, I’m a real bundle of joy right now.
In all honesty, I can’t wait to just get the first flight over with.
After that first flight, I will know what it’s like.
I’ll know what to expect.
I’ll know how the Libby will react.
But until that first part of our journey is out of the way,
I will continue to be a bundle of excitement and nerves.
Wish us luck!

I’m hoping I can find some time to post an update while we are gone and at least share a picture or two over the weekend.
If not, I’ll see you Monday and I’m sure I will have tons to tell you!

XOXO
Annie

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