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  • @TheMinimalMom
    @TheMinimalMom  Рік тому +19

    Thanks Helix for sponsoring! Go to helixsleep.com/minimalmom for 20% off your mattress, plus two free pillows! And THANK YOU for watching! I hope you have a great day!!! - Dawn (and my mom's name is LouAnn if you want to leave a birthday message for her!)

    • @TonyaWeir81
      @TonyaWeir81 Рік тому +1

      Do you still love the shampoo/soap dispenser in the shower?

    • @jonap5740
      @jonap5740 Рік тому +1

      I'd love to have a surprise party as nice as the one you set for your mom! The cake looked just delicious! And what terrific kids to pitch in! Wrapping is a pain, so well done to Adeline.

    • @AndieBabie
      @AndieBabie Рік тому

      We actually throw our plastic shower liner in the wash machine on cold and hang it back up wet to dry. It cleans the gunk off. I was skeptical but my husband was just like heck with it it's going in lol.

    • @lynnecrouse2092
      @lynnecrouse2092 Рік тому

      Hope you had an amazing birthday Nana Louann!!!!!!!! The house looked just perfect Dawn, love it!! xo

  • @pamelabrown4941
    @pamelabrown4941 Рік тому +58

    Happy birthday LouAnn. 🎉. I love following all your kids. You did a wonderful job raising such wonderful humans.

  • @amyweseloh1412
    @amyweseloh1412 Рік тому +146

    I am so impressed that you don't have to do any taping around stuff when you paint ! And No drop clothes !

    • @CherylAnderson0
      @CherylAnderson0 Рік тому +11

      I agree that was impressive!

    • @kristinastyers3004
      @kristinastyers3004 Рік тому +14

      Seriously!!! How do you do that!!!!!!🤯

    • @martharetallick204
      @martharetallick204 Рік тому +5

      ​@@kristinastyers3004 She does the cutting in first.

    • @wellhavenco
      @wellhavenco Рік тому +17

      I was wondering why the shelves weren't removed first in the bathroom? Wouldn't that have made it easier?

    • @FrogeniusW.G.
      @FrogeniusW.G. Рік тому +2

      Right?!

  • @j.schwartz2355
    @j.schwartz2355 Рік тому +24

    My strategy, when my kids were young, was to tell them, “you don’t need to pick everything up, just pick up the things you want to keep.” The implication was I would pick up the rest… And that’s exactly what I did! They learned very quickly!

  • @howardandconniehatfield5548
    @howardandconniehatfield5548 Рік тому +17

    I am in the moving in with my daughter and her family decluttering mode. That means decluttering from 55 years of marriage and raising two daughters so it has been, and still is, a formidable job. I have a lot of decision hurdles to overcome and it frequently comes down to,”What would Dawn do?” and out it goes! All I feel after stuff is gone is relief that I don’t have to deal with it anymore. Thank you for that. It is such a stress reliever and that’s one thing I don’t need more of! Keep up the great work you are doing!

  • @Rangersmama
    @Rangersmama Рік тому +34

    I’m going to watch this while I tidy up my house! I feel like you are a friend I get to hang out with once a week! 🎉

  • @lisaholderby3031
    @lisaholderby3031 Рік тому +23

    Adeline is such a hard worker ❤ I’m sure it is awesome to have such a sweet helper!

  • @Jeannette.akaJnett
    @Jeannette.akaJnett Рік тому +31

    Give yourself a pat on the back. You did a wonderful job pulling everything together. Your floral arrangements turned out great. I'm sure your mom so totally appreciated all the love that went into her surprise party. Well done!

  • @iriswelch3553
    @iriswelch3553 Рік тому +11

    I always used the polyester fabric shower curtain - the kind that doesn't require a liner. You can just wash it along with your towels every so often. The flowers turned out so pretty!

  • @sherriepiechowski4556
    @sherriepiechowski4556 Рік тому +21

    I wash my shower curtain liners in the washing machine with a couple towels! Works 😊

    • @SimmonsFam-OR
      @SimmonsFam-OR Рік тому +4

      I came here to say this as well, I had read that about a year ago and have had great success just throwing in the washing machine. I hang it back up damp and it dries promptly.

    • @Julie-rc7wl
      @Julie-rc7wl Рік тому +3

      Oh, I love that part about throwing in a couple of towels! I bet that helps to agitate it better! Thanks for that tip!

    • @sherriepiechowski4556
      @sherriepiechowski4556 Рік тому +4

      I also put it in the dryer for about 5 min before hanging it back up. It softens the plastic to its natural state.

    • @barbarapinto2305
      @barbarapinto2305 Рік тому +1

      Make sure each bathroom has a full roll of tp. Feels fresher that way!

  • @tammyi363
    @tammyi363 Рік тому +15

    What a blessing for your Mom to have such a loving family! I had my 60th in March and my husband planned a party for me (not my thing! but…) I had family travel to attend and lots of my dear friends… over 70 came😱. It’s very touching when people come to celebrate you. So Happy 65th to your sweet Mama!🎉🎂🥳

  • @lynnepickett4728
    @lynnepickett4728 Рік тому +11

    I’ve watched your videos over and over the past few monthes as I’ve tried to declutter the harder stuff. 5 years 4 big garage sales with “second day everything is free and what’s left goes to donation” my house is finally lighter. I hosted a tea brunch for Bible study yesterday and had so much fun prepping for it. Borrowed nearly everything and it was so beautiful! Everyone had such a good time and loved my simple and small home. After loving every minute of washing the borrowed china and tea cups just, relaxing through those thankful minutes, I turned on this you tube video. I just plopped on the couch to hang out with Dawn as my reward. There you were just 2 hours earlier sharing the most precious thoughts with me. When my house is simplified I didn’t have to organize or clean before the party. I could just set up the party and enjoy friends coming over. That’s it. It honestly blew my mind! I called my girls to thank them for their support and shared my ah ha moment. Thank you my dear on-line cheerleader. Now I need to start walking as my reward to hang out with you… step two in my journey☺️

    • @rebeccastephens5836
      @rebeccastephens5836 Рік тому

      Oh, my heart is so glad for you. You encourage me as you have & are achieving what seems to be goals like mine. Know that you are encouraging others to keep working towards a simple, abundant life. Be blessed 💜

    • @JamieMayes429
      @JamieMayes429 Рік тому +1

      This is such an encouraging comment! Wow! So well said. I'm excited for you, Lynne. Your comment inspires me to keep simplifying our home as well. :)

  • @racheldennis3892
    @racheldennis3892 Рік тому +11

    Me when Diana showed up- "Wow, Dawn looks just like Diana in this shot" 😂

  • @sarahjones9913
    @sarahjones9913 Рік тому +17

    Pass the Parcel is a game played at pretty much every Australian party! Love all your party planning, Happy 60th to your Mum! ❤

    • @HannahRainbow88
      @HannahRainbow88 Рік тому +3

      ... And in the UK at kid's birthday parties. We usually put a little something in each layer, as well as the big prize in the centre.

    • @melissaburnie
      @melissaburnie Рік тому +3

      Yes, we normally put a little something in either most or all layers in Australia to 😊.

    • @suebarnard1734
      @suebarnard1734 Рік тому +1

      British child hood game too!

    • @julsmorgan78
      @julsmorgan78 Рік тому +2

      Yes! I was going to say that too! Amd I have to say for some reason I thinking this family group would LOVE Cob Loaf as an addition to Bundt cakes and cookie bars for super easy party food :)

    • @Firstfalconfree
      @Firstfalconfree Рік тому +3

      American here who learned about pass the parcel from Bluey. 😂

  • @tesshiva
    @tesshiva Рік тому +15

    I am so impressed with your son’s painting skills!

    • @MaureenBaker-k5p
      @MaureenBaker-k5p 6 місяців тому

      I'm impressed with all your son's skills at such a young age. He is going to be just like his father except better!

  • @sl9906
    @sl9906 Рік тому +52

    Dawn, I hope you had the most amazing party and your mom felt so blessed and loved. The house looks amazing, no chaos stress for anyone where people end up yelling and in tears, and you were able to actually enjoy the process with your kids to the point where it was a cleanup party visit together. Also, can I just thank you for always saying “I love you” with a blessing at the end of each video? No matter what kind of day I’m having I always am so cheered up and blessed. Today I actually burst into tears. It’s the best part of my day ❤

    • @tgayer1
      @tgayer1 Рік тому +5

      Yes, I appreciate that so much as well. 💕. Hope you’re having a good day!

    • @MichaelHarkman-nt9ix
      @MichaelHarkman-nt9ix Рік тому

      Hello 👋 how are you doing..

    • @MichaelHarkman-nt9ix
      @MichaelHarkman-nt9ix Рік тому

      Hello 👋 how are you doing

    • @rebeccastephens5836
      @rebeccastephens5836 Рік тому +4

      Yes, I just know it was a beautiful day 🎉 It is such a blessing on this side for you and your family to share with us. And for me, a single "older" woman, watching & rewatching your videos reminds me of my goals to make my house a home again, create a space that flows functionally, & connect with people again. Thank you so much, young lady! I just know your momma was blessed. After all, her children rise up and call her blessed 💜 Cannot get any better than that😊

    • @MichaelHarkman-nt9ix
      @MichaelHarkman-nt9ix Рік тому

      @@rebeccastephens5836 so tell me Are you on Google chat

  • @ericarutter7770
    @ericarutter7770 Рік тому +6

    Everything looks so beautiful!
    I love that Corbin is always helping you! That’s so sweet ❤

  • @jennypecht9809
    @jennypecht9809 Рік тому +7

    The new bathroom paint color and shower curtain are so pretty! And you are an amazingly good painter!

  • @stephaniea.f.6333
    @stephaniea.f.6333 Рік тому +9

    You and Diana have changed my life and my family's life ❤ love your videos

  • @SauerPatchGardening
    @SauerPatchGardening Рік тому +5

    I worked in a flowers shop years ago, but, still remember the basics.. and those arrangements looked beautiful! I love free style arrangements much better than anything formal. You did a great job. What a sweet thing to do to honor your mom

  • @1234dvarela
    @1234dvarela Рік тому +9

    I’m a Nana and I can confirm its natural to “go pick up the grandkids”! 🥰

  • @lexieharrison1395
    @lexieharrison1395 Рік тому +4

    Lucky’s Dad’s rules!
    Also, LOVE Adeline’s haircut!

  • @HerCupOfSIMPLE
    @HerCupOfSIMPLE Рік тому +6

    Hi Dawn, yes, I definitely get things accomplished when I give myself a sort deadline😆
    Aww, Happy birthday to your sweet mom!!
    Lots of blessings!🥰
    I'm a mom to 6 kids and lost my mom few years ago and my dad is back in my Country of origin.... so, yes, treasure your parents! Loved that advice!!!😊

  • @peggyr9469
    @peggyr9469 Рік тому +4

    Thanks, Dawn, for mentioning World Encounter and the fundraiser you spoke at. You were a real hit at the event. Of course I’m partial, but it was a great event and we were blessed to have you there. ❤

  • @susanmunoz7688
    @susanmunoz7688 Рік тому +8

    Your telling us about your disappointment with such an encouraging message thank you 🤗❤️

  • @crybebebunny
    @crybebebunny Рік тому +4

    I put my shower curtain/ liner in the washing machine with bleach and launder with my whites, Don't put softer and just drip dry. I don't do the pretty cloth curtain on top because, I want the most light inside the shower/ bath area. Since, we don't go in the bathroom when others are using it. The clear plastic shower curtain is enough.

    • @kimt4335
      @kimt4335 Рік тому +1

      Me too

    • @crybebebunny
      @crybebebunny Рік тому

      P. S. If you don't use bleach, you can definitely use vinegar❣️

  • @deborahpetipas9365
    @deborahpetipas9365 Рік тому +1

    Dawn, I loved this entire video. I'm 67, mom is 88, my oldest 41. We're blessed to still have each other. Enjoy your family as long as you can!!!

  • @darleneraines9674
    @darleneraines9674 Рік тому +3

    Your mom is so blessed to have you as her daughter. Looks like it will be an amazing party! Just wondering, how did the cake turn out?

  • @danicabonine5321
    @danicabonine5321 Рік тому +1

    My mom taught me to put the cloth or plastic shower liner in the washer on warm with some mold and mildew cleaner. Just the store brand from Walmart works great. I've only destroyed 1 very cheap (& thin) plastic liner in all the years I've been doing it. It gives them new life & extends their life by years.

  • @Myeverydaywifelife
    @Myeverydaywifelife Рік тому +1

    You can actually wash your plastic shower liner (unless you buy the super cheapy liners) Put it in the washer with a bunch off towels, it works great!

  • @alexcarrn28
    @alexcarrn28 Рік тому +1

    I always wash the shower liner in the washing machine. Yes, sometimes the liner doesn't last through the wash, but I've had very good luck and never lost not even one liner to the spin cycle. Of course, you take it out before the wash cycle ends, and it'll have water in it, but then i just hang it to dry. Wal la, new clean shower liner.
    Saves money, too. ❤

  • @AM-bm2xw
    @AM-bm2xw Рік тому +1

    I just use the fabric shower curtain by itself and wash it occasionally, Ive never had a problem🙅‍♀

  • @robinsonsontheroll5482
    @robinsonsontheroll5482 Рік тому +5

    For the unfinished wood I use the vacuum and the brush attachment, works great!

    • @HannahRainbow88
      @HannahRainbow88 Рік тому +1

      I've been "dusting" that way for years 🤭 TOTALLY works! Especially for moulded edges of skirting(base) boards / picture rails etc.

  • @kathym2563
    @kathym2563 Рік тому +2

    The shower curtain looks beautiful!

  • @barbkandel777
    @barbkandel777 Рік тому +3

    Your bathroom looks so pretty! We also have to replace our liner regularly, as it gets disgusting with the hard water. I love, love how peaceful your bedroom is! Adeline is such an amazing helper!!! You made your home so festive for her party. Happy Birthday, Dawn's Mom! ❤

  • @healthfulchoices5876
    @healthfulchoices5876 Рік тому +1

    I went into a local secondhand store over the weekend and they had one of the Pioneer Woman butter dishes you just got. I couldn't believe it.

  • @juliegauchay4219
    @juliegauchay4219 Рік тому +3

    What a fun surprise for your mom! I'll bet she loved every bit of it. 💜 Your house looks amazing, and the decorations were perfect! (I'll bet the cake was, too!) Also, I have no idea what you were talking about with the flowers - they turned out better than some "professional" bouquets I've seen. Well done, all of you! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🎉🎂🎈🎁

  • @diannehart1337
    @diannehart1337 Рік тому +2

    Everything looks beautiful and your children are great helpers! I know your Mom was overjoyed with the party!

  • @randomharts
    @randomharts Рік тому +1

    I’ve had a fabric liner for almost 4 years now. I switched because I too did not like the waste that seemed to happen every year with the plastic liners. I have not looked back…I use it along with a decorative shower curtain and it dries quickly in my dry climate. I wash it in my washing machine about twice a year. I’ve only had a slight issue if 2 or more showers happen before the liner has time to dry and then it just wicks water onto the decorative curtain (only slightly annoying)! It’s better than tossing a plastic one all the time😉

  • @emlys3691
    @emlys3691 Рік тому +2

    Pass the parcel is a classic kids party game in New Zealand and Australia. We usually put sweets between each layer as well, so each person gets something.

  • @KarenStrubel
    @KarenStrubel Рік тому +1

    I have been working through our kitchen - while we get the family room painted, so there is a bit of a mess. BUT minimalizing has been so freeing to me. Thank you for the motivation. I can feel my stress level getting lower.

  • @erikastanger7848
    @erikastanger7848 Рік тому +1

    I highly recommend not only a fabric liner that you can throw in the wash with bleach every couple of weeks, but also shower hooks that have separate hooks on the front and back for the curtain and liner. That in and of itself is a game changer

  • @dawnsullivan6794
    @dawnsullivan6794 Рік тому +2

    Great video Dawn! I hope you know that you have helped and continue to help, so many people….myself included. It’s evident that you are truly passionate about spreading this advice to others so that they can improve the quality of their lives as you have. You want us all to benefit from the principles of this lifestyle that you share with so much love. May God bless you abundantly. 😘❤️🙏🏻

  • @veronikam3836
    @veronikam3836 Рік тому +2

    Love the decor and the 1958 sign! You are so lucky to have such a young mom. Happy birthday!

  • @beckyrosenowgartman3445
    @beckyrosenowgartman3445 Рік тому +4

    Happy birthday to your Mom. I love how special their Nana is to your kids.

  • @margaretvillalpando7722
    @margaretvillalpando7722 Рік тому +2

    Happy 65th Birthday to your mom! I turn 65 this year too. Wow! I knew I liked your mom. LOL 😍😍 Hope you all had fun celebrating! Everything looked great. I'm sure she was surprised and delighted.

  • @annaread3829
    @annaread3829 Рік тому +2

    I was amazed watching you paint without taping and masking things first! I’ve never just started painting, I’ll have to give it a try! Though I’ll probably drop paint everywhere!!

    • @julsmorgan78
      @julsmorgan78 Рік тому

      Pro tip, keep a damp cloth and a little water bucket near by - tiny drips and spots are super easy to clean up as you go.

  • @kathleengarness1660
    @kathleengarness1660 Рік тому +4

    It really looks beautiful, Dawn! Thanks for just how real you are in how much work entertaining represents, and how much joy there is in getting together - but if someone has to both declutter/deep clean AND do party prep each time folks come over, it's usually more bandwidth than most parents of young kids have. Thanks for keeping it real!

    • @tgayer1
      @tgayer1 Рік тому +1

      I don’t have company over very often, but I used to have to spend the whole day or more cleaning and decluttering, and by the time people came over, I was aching and tired. Now that I’ve simplified my house, I have less to clean, so it takes less time, and I have more time and energy to keep up on the cleaning, rather than putting it off til just before company is coming!

  • @NdnUrbanCat
    @NdnUrbanCat Рік тому +2

    Your love shines so bright, it makes my eyes water! ❤

  • @AnnesFamilyRecipe
    @AnnesFamilyRecipe Рік тому

    You must have the steadiest hand! I could never cut in without taping it off first haha-awesome skill 🙌🏻

  • @chase6
    @chase6 Рік тому +2

    I just made your raspberry bundt cake last night. AMAZING. Thank you. ❤❤❤

  • @alexcarrn28
    @alexcarrn28 Рік тому +1

    Happy, happy birthday, LouAnn.
    I hope this birthday wish finds you smiling for you special day. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @mtorres9069
    @mtorres9069 Рік тому +2

    Happy Birthday LouAnn. You are so blessed to have a wonderful family that loves you.

  • @CherylAnderson0
    @CherylAnderson0 Рік тому +1

    I just wanted to tell everyone I just made your white chocolate raspberry bundt cake but used strawberry instead of raspberry because it’s what I had. It did rise well just like the last ones and it smells divine! We will cut it tonight with family here for my mom’s surprise seeing a grandson and two great grandchildren.

  • @joanneverreau2546
    @joanneverreau2546 Рік тому +1

    Your home looks amazing, I loved the decorations and your bathroom looks beautiful 💐. I hope the party was amazing, Happy birthday to your mom 🙏🏻💕

  • @babytexan3038
    @babytexan3038 Рік тому +3

    You are a blessing to my life and family, Dawn! Happy birthday to your mom!

  • @healthylifeingredients6211
    @healthylifeingredients6211 Рік тому +2

    Dawn. That bathroom would be SO adorable if you purchased the same shower curtain and made a window treatment with it. Love the paint color. You did a great job!

  • @chrisludwig3610
    @chrisludwig3610 Рік тому +2

    Great job! I'm sure your mom appreciated it.
    Happy birthday to your mom!🎉 I hope she had a wonderful day. ❤

  • @marionhorner8097
    @marionhorner8097 Рік тому +1

    Pass the parcel is a very traditional kids party game in the U.K., to make it more fun we also often put mini packets of sweets or a chocolate in between each layer.

  • @YvetteODowd
    @YvetteODowd Рік тому +1

    OMG! Pass the parcel is pretty standard kids birthday party game here in Australia: there's even a Bluey episode about it! (Season 3 ep 14) but I have never played a grown up version! What a great idea!

  • @denisec5919
    @denisec5919 Рік тому +1

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY LOUANN🎉. 1958 the most terrific year!! god bless you with many more healthy and happy years. I so enjoy getting to share in your precious families lives. #65 rocks❤

  • @vzeimen
    @vzeimen Рік тому +1

    I wash my plastic liners in the washing machine with a couple towels and they come out great. When I do replace them, I use the old ones for paint drop clothes. They make the best drop clothes ever.

  • @vickibarana7635
    @vickibarana7635 Рік тому +2

    Happy Birthday to your Mom!! Totally true about how long it takes to get ready - never really think it will and then it does! Looked wonderful! Hope you all had a great time!!

  • @connieburns4495
    @connieburns4495 Рік тому +2

    Dawn, a fabric shower curtain liner!!! Yes, and I’ve always found them at TJmaxx or Home Goods. It will last for years and you can bleach/ wash it and hang wet and it comes out perfect every time !!

    • @dianasimplifies
      @dianasimplifies Рік тому

      @@jaindeau772 not sure but my fabric one got as funky as the plastic and took too long to dry as well

  • @janetthornsberry7129
    @janetthornsberry7129 Рік тому +1

    I love using fabric shower curtain liners 😃🎉... the key to drying them out well (so they don't mold 😕;) is a plastic suction hook 🪝!
    Find the MIDDLE of the bottom seam, hook it, and then drop dry 💦

  • @everydayminimal
    @everydayminimal Рік тому +2

    Happy Birthday to your mom!! And I use a fabric white shower curtain liner!! I can toss them both in the wash when they need it and no more plastic!

  • @elisabethtracy1326
    @elisabethtracy1326 Рік тому +1

    Let us know how it went!!!!! I love the hope you give, and can totally relate to the discouragement you used to feel. Here's to moving forward!!!

  • @kathybullmer8884
    @kathybullmer8884 Рік тому +3

    Happy Birthday 65th to your Mom/Nana!❤🎂🥳🎈

  • @christinegrosh8271
    @christinegrosh8271 Рік тому +1

    Love your flower arrangements. Flowers add so much happiness to a space.

  • @mirandawhaley3822
    @mirandawhaley3822 Рік тому +2

    Hey Dawn! I'm obsessed with your videos! I've always been a tidy person but as I've had more kids I've gotten very overwhelmed at home. I have a huge love of interior decorating so it's not been easy decluttering but it's been refreshing!!

  • @Hibleb
    @Hibleb Рік тому +2

    I use a fabric shower curtain liner and toss it in with our load of bleach-whites on a weekly or biweekly basis - it really does the trick! (And I leave it out of the dryer, just in case)

    • @bettyspence9992
      @bettyspence9992 Рік тому

      Yes, except I wash mine twice a year because it is in the guest bath that rarely gets used!

  • @kathleenmcgovern9659
    @kathleenmcgovern9659 Рік тому +1

    I just found your channel this week and I am truly hooked. I needed this so very badly. I just retired as a nurse for 39 years and our house had become borderline hoarder.
    Since January I've rid our house of books, knick knacks, clothes, etc. You are giving me the inspiration to keep going❤.

  • @lucystrider728
    @lucystrider728 Рік тому +1

    I wish I had known about your advice years ago and not had the stuff shuffle before the cleaning before the party! The silver lining is I discovered kids -guest kids-LOVE getting to help blow up balloons and decorate the yard, so after I was actually running that late for a party one year and the kids arrived before I got that finished, we did that by popular demand after that. I also found out by accident that toddlers like frozen peas and corn in little treat cups for their party. Don't ask, I just went with it. The parents liked that it wasn't candy and their normally fussy eaters were gobbling vegetables.

  • @carol-destinationsinflorid5591

    Our shower curtain has a removable liner that snaps onto the lower 75% of it, the top 25% is opaque. Once a month, we unsnap the liner and wash it with 1 or 2 hand towels on a gentle cycle. I use about 1/3 the amount of detergent that I normally use and 1/4 c bleach. We've had this shower curtain for years and it still looks great.

  • @kristinataddei8138
    @kristinataddei8138 Рік тому

    Beautiful flower arrangements btw.....they look very professional!!!....

  • @april6363
    @april6363 Рік тому +1

    There are fabric shower curtain liners that are washable! I get mine at Marshalls 🚿🧼😊 Your bathroom looks great!!

  • @elizabethwagner7880
    @elizabethwagner7880 Рік тому +1

    My favorite bathroom speed clean tip for company is I take the hand towel and use it to dry wipe the mirror then counter then sink then dust the toilet. Throw that in the wash, grab a new one and my bathroom looks perfectly clean in thirty seconds.

  • @YFus825
    @YFus825 Рік тому +1

    The cake is perfectly perfect! I think that it turned out beautifully💕

  • @kozache_5477
    @kozache_5477 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful! Great ideas, I hope your mom will be happy🦋

  • @MyFocusVaries
    @MyFocusVaries Рік тому +1

    Deadlines are essential! When my son was little, we were assigning him some tasks around the house, and he asked, "Who's coming over?" Happy birthday to LouAnn! You are very lucky to have a good relationship with your mom, and it's great that you are aware of that. ❤️

  • @mimiscountrycooking1607
    @mimiscountrycooking1607 Рік тому

    Love your channel, you always have such great ideas and great party for your mom❤from Mimi’s Country Cooking!

  • @felientorreslyn2172
    @felientorreslyn2172 Рік тому +1

    Hi Dawn!
    Hope your Mom had a wonderful birthday!! Everything looked so pretty too! 🎂🎉❤️

  • @kathydaniels3543
    @kathydaniels3543 Рік тому

    Everything turned out absolutely beautiful!!! And your mom and I are the same vintage (1958)!!! Happy 65th to your beautiful mom!!! 🎉🥳

  • @leonieharry2941
    @leonieharry2941 Рік тому +1

    So lovely decorated, with much love. :))) Happy Moments together, I wish you and your family well!

  • @tameyourtasklist1872
    @tameyourtasklist1872 Рік тому +1

    🎉Happy birthday to your sweet mom! 🎉 I have seen what a blessing she is to you and Diana, and I pray she is blessed abundantly as well. ❤

  • @melissaweller3718
    @melissaweller3718 Рік тому +1

    Happy Birthday to your Mom! Including the kids in the decorating and getting ready is a memory they will keep forever. Your flowers look awesome, so does the new shower curtain. Because you weren’t stressing about where to stash the stuff you were able to enjoy the party (decorating) before the party!

  • @eileenlass7748
    @eileenlass7748 Рік тому

    How to Clean a Plastic Shower Curtain or Liner
    Step 1: Remove the Curtain.
    Step 2: Place It in the Washing Machine.
    Step 3: Add Detergent, Vinegar, and Baking Soda.
    Step 4: Run on the Gentle Cycle.
    Step 5: Remove the Curtain and Hang to Dry.

  • @brookekay5708
    @brookekay5708 Рік тому +1

    My 3 year old son just said he wanted to marry you. 😂 I have you playing all the time. Apparently, he's a fan!

  • @No-Name-f8p
    @No-Name-f8p Рік тому

    Surprise Party Food Menu:
    Frozen Quiches
    Spinach and Artichoke Dip
    Crackers
    Fruit and Yogurt Parfaits
    Chocolate Cookie Bars
    Bundt Cake
    Charcuterie Board

  • @Isaiah41_10
    @Isaiah41_10 Рік тому +1

    This may have been suggested already but I love our "Hookless Shower Curtain!" The liner is fabric-y and snaps on to the curtain at about shoulder level. You can unsnap and wash whenever ; I usually keep a replacement liner on hand just in case company is coming and I want a really fresh new liner.

  • @lovalin4139
    @lovalin4139 Рік тому

    You are really minimal when it comes to the food too 😂; when I heard the 65th birthday celebration, I thought ribs, beef stew, mash potatoes, salads 🥗🧆🥙🥘 and stuff ...; I’m a foodie 🌸🌼🌺; I liked the decorations and the cake 🌸🌼🌺

  • @530Paradise
    @530Paradise Рік тому +2

    Dawn- I actually toss my plastic liner in the washing machine with bleach. I actually choose a cute textured white-only curtain (swiss dot texture) so I can take down both and toss them together (rings and all) into the wash. It works great! After it runs through the washing machine with bleach, I toss both back up to hang dry on the rod.

  • @kristinataddei8138
    @kristinataddei8138 Рік тому

    Love the paint color choice, but the shower curtain is a little too loud(sorry).....the remark about the "scuzzy" shower curtain liner made me laugh......sooo true though.....I always feel like the worst person in the world for throwing those plastic liners away, but I 've been too afraid to try the cloth liners, thinking they will leak..... what's a woman to do???.....just love your channel sooo much!!!!....keep up the excellent work, Dawn.....and thank you for all your hard work, at home, on camera, outside!!!....

  • @rachellusk2745
    @rachellusk2745 Рік тому

    First of all thank you so much for all of your inspiration and advice and tips. Because of you have started my decluttering journey.
    I just bought some New shower curtain hooks that Make it very easy to get the shower curtain on and off. So now I decided to get a shower curtain liner that is washable. I can't figure out how to share a picture of it but I'm going to give you the description from Amazon.
    Titanker Shower Curtain Hooks, Shower Curtain Rings Rust Proof Metal Double Glide Shower Hooks Rings for Bathroom Shower Rods Curtains, Set of 12 Hooks - Nickel

  • @kcotjo
    @kcotjo Рік тому

    I have used a fabric shower liner for years. I HATED the plastic liners. I can throw the fabric liner in the washing machine and dryer and they come out great! Happy Birthday to your mom (I turned 65 in December....time for Medicare!) and Happy Mother's Day to you Dawn!!

  • @getitdonewithsiobhan
    @getitdonewithsiobhan Рік тому

    I use a fabric liner that I got from Ross for $6. And I just wash it every now and then. 🤩🤩

  • @kimhouchins8653
    @kimhouchins8653 Рік тому

    I am the same age as your Mom 2-4-58. Your home and party looked beautiful!!! I love wrapping gifts! Thanks for that fun game idea!!💜🙂✝️🤗

  • @gailpepper1201
    @gailpepper1201 Рік тому

    First off....Happy Birthday LouAnn! Hope your day was/is extra special!!
    Dawn, two thoughts for you. I use a fabric shower liner behind my shower curtain. It is machine washable and comes out so nice. I wanted to be able to tell you its name, but I've washed it over the years (yes, years....we've had it in our guest bathrooms (we moved a few times) since 2004) and the tag is faded. I believe we originally purchased it from Bed, Bath and Beyond. You should be able to find one online. Next, scale/calcium deposits of faucets. There is a great product called Descaler made by the Norwex company. I have used it to remove the buildup and it comes off great.

  • @juliewright1895
    @juliewright1895 Рік тому +1

    Yes, I totally do better getting things done if I have a date on the calendar!!! I don’t really like that about myself but I’ve learned to run with it. 😂

  • @debcarroll8192
    @debcarroll8192 Рік тому

    Apparently you can actually wash the plastic shower curtain liner in the washing machine-- "Clean My Space" just posted a UA-cam video, "All the Bathroom Cleaning Tips You Will Ever Need," where she shows how you can do this to remove that scunge.