The Sparkle Edit

To all who come to this happy blog—welcome! This is your backstage pass to the magic behind the mayhem. From planning tips and park style to travel guides, party ideas and a healthy dose of real life, this is where the sparkle meets the strategy.

Whether you’re here to dream, plan or just scroll with a snack, we’re glad you found your way. Let’s make some magic, shall we?
Face Painting at Walt Disney World

Face Painting at Walt Disney World

I loved face paint as a kid. At any festival, carnival or school fair, you would always find me at the face painting booth. However, each time I'd...

Create Your Own Glass Art at Epcot

Create Your Own Glass Art at Epcot

Between the World Showcase Lagoon and the full Germany Pavilion in Epcot, you'll find a sweet little gazebo-feel shop offering all things shiny and...

Disney Tip Tuesday: Hidden Mickeys

Disney Tip Tuesday: Hidden Mickeys

Welcome back to another Disney Tip Tuesday, our (kinda) weekly bite-sized blog post offering up a fun tip for visiting your favorite Disney...

Althea’s Vault

Althea’s Vault

I'm in my first year teaching at a rural school after spending the first nine years of my classroom teaching career in urban and high poverty...

Disney Tip Tuesday: Free Ice Water

Disney Tip Tuesday: Free Ice Water

Welcome back to another Disney Tip Tuesday, our (kinda) weekly bite-sized blog post offering up a fun tip for visiting your favorite Disney...