Without Grandma here last week, we never would have been able to put together our costumes for the 1920s-themed murder mystery costume party to which we were invited. After finding inspiration for our costumes online (thanks, Kati!), Grandma watched the girls for an afternoon while we tore apart Goodwill looking for the perfect outfit. Jake found his hat and large mobster-looking suit coat, while I found my dress and shoes for under $15. Since the party was outdoors, I also picked up a 20s-looking fur coat at Ross.
Later in the week, Grandma and I took the twins out for a field trip to Hobby Lobby to find some fringe and beading for the dress. It was a good thing Grandma was here, because there is no way I could have sewed the fringe/beading on myself…I probably would have ended up hot gluing it since I have no sewing skills whatsoever. I literally had to buy straight pins, needles and thread for my mom to sew with since I didn’t have any in the house!
The party really was the “bees knees” and we had a great time! It was nice to come home and kiss our sweet angels (event though they hadn’t been angels for their sitters!) in their little cribs too. The next morning, the twins told us they were pretty disappointed that they didn’t get to come with and show off their outfits, but were glad mommy and daddy had a nice break. Maybe next year, girls!
This is all so amazing!!! What a fun time! You look phenomenal!
Thanks Kati!