🍎 The Little Table Times - August 2026 Edition
🪑🍎✏️Welcome to Our August Issue!
Back-to-School, Fall Celebrations & Little Moments Worth Gathering For
August brings a fresh start — new school supplies, new routines, and plenty of reasons to celebrate the little moments in between. Whether you’re planning a back-to-school playdate, a birthday celebration, or getting ahead on your fall entertaining, we’re here to make gathering your littles a little more special.
A little peek at what’s inside this month:
🎨 Little Hands, Big Fun — A simple apple craft perfect for little ones
🛍️ This Month’s Little Find — The tiny toddler-friendly upgrade you didn’t know you needed.
🐳 Small Business Spotlight — Meet Little Hams Infant Aquatics (and check out the Exclusive Little Table Offer)
🎉 Party Inspiration — A sweet Back-to-School Playdate idea you’ll want to recreate
✨ August Special — Enjoy our NEW Base Add-On Package complimentary with your August rental
🍎 Little Bites — A toddler-friendly Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups recipe
🤍 Little Tables, Big Hearts — Learn about an organization that made a meaningful difference for a local family
🍂 Fall Is Calling — Get ahead of your fall parties & reserve your little tables
Come take a seat at our table. 🤍
🎨 Little Hands, Big Fun: Apple Stamping
A Sweet Little Back-to-School Craft
Celebrate the start of a new school year with a classic apple craft! 🍎 This simple activity is perfect for little hands and makes a sweet keepsake for the fridge or playroom.
What You'll Need
🍎 1 apple
🎨 Washable red, green, or yellow paint
📄 White cardstock or construction paper
🖌️ Paintbrush
🖍️ Crayons or markers
Let's Make It!
Cut an apple in half.
Let your little one dip the cut side into washable paint.
Press the apple onto the paper to create apple prints.
Once dry, add a stem and leaves with a marker or crayon.
Have your little artist add their name and the date for a sweet keepsake!
🍎 Little Table Tip
Turn your finished artwork into a “Welcome Back to School” sign or use it as a colorful place card for a back-to-school playdate!
Little hands. Big creativity.
🛍️ This Month’s Little Hidden Gem
Amazon Find of the Month | A Little More Independence
One of my favorite kinds of finds are the ones that make everyday life with little ones just a little easier. And a little more beautiful!
The KidSwitch Lightswitch Extension is such a clever little detail for toddlers who are eager to do things independently. It brings the light switch within their reach without changing the existing fixture, and the Laurie Berkner Edition includes charming art decals that make it feel playful while still blending effortlessly into a child’s space.
It’s a small addition, but one that encourages those early moments of independence: turning on their own light, heading into their room, and feeling just a little more “big.”
A simple, thoughtful find that earns its place in our home.
🛍️ Shop Our August Find → https://amzn.to/4wVGPL8
Some of the links above may be affiliate links, which means The Little Table Co. may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting our small business!
✨ The Little Table Small Business Spotlight
One of our favorite parts of what we do is supporting and celebrating our local community. From small businesses to families serving others, stay tuned as we continue highlighting incredible people throughout the year.
🐳 Little Hams Infant Aquatics
📍 Based in: Van Alstyne
🛠️ Serving: Van Alstyne, Anna, Gunter, Melissa, McKinney
Little Hams Infant Aquatics is proudly owned and operated by Jenna Hammond, offering personalized infant and toddler swim instruction to families throughout Van Alstyne and the surrounding communities. Dedicated to building water confidence and essential safety skills from an early age, Little Hams creates a supportive, nurturing environment where little swimmers can learn, grow, and thrive.
📞 Phone: (469) 827-7970
📧 Email: Littlehamsia@gmail.com
🌐 Website: littlehamsia.com
📸 Instagram: @Littlehamsinfantaquatics (FOLLOW!)
🎉 Exclusive Little Table Offer:
Enjoy 10% off survival swim lessons when you reference The Little Table Times
Q. We'd love to know more about you—please tell the community your 'Why' behind your business.
Little Ham’s Infant Aquatics was created from a place every parent understands—love, fear, and the deep desire to keep our children safe. When my own son started swim lessons at just 6 months old, I saw firsthand how life-changing those skills were. It wasn’t just about swimming—it was about confidence, independence, and most importantly, safety. As a mom, that peace of mind is everything. With my background in occupational therapy and a heart for working with young children, I knew I wanted to bring this life-saving skill to other families in our community. Drowning is fast and silent—but it’s also preventable. That’s why I teach survival-based swimming: giving even the youngest babies the ability to roll onto their back, float, breathe, and rest until help arrives. At Little Ham’s, it’s not just about lessons. It’s about equipping children with a skill that could save their life—and giving parents the confidence that their child is safer in and around water. Because every child deserves that chance.
Q. What charitable initiative are you most passionate about within our local community?
Bringing awareness on drowning prevention
Q. We’re all about celebrating our neighbors — which local business holds a special place at your table? 💛
The Mom Walk Co
📸 Instagram: @themomwalkco.vanalstyne
🎈 Party Inspiration: Back-to-School, But Make It Fun
The first day of school deserves a celebration!
Gather the neighborhood kiddos for a Back-to-School Bash complete with sweet treats, school-themed crafts, and a little table setup made just for them.
Think:
Crayons + coloring sheets
A simple DIY pencil or crayon craft
“First Day” photo station
Mini lunchbox treats (sandwiches, snacks, and fruit skewers)
Juice boxes, lemonade, or milk
School-themed cookies
Personalized place settings
Add a few balloons and a cute photo backdrop, and you've got an adorable celebration without spending hours planning.
Planning a back-to-school gathering? Let The Little Table Co. handle the table and chairs while you enjoy the party.
✨ August Special
A Little Something Extra
We’re celebrating the launch of our new Add-On Packages with a little something extra for all bookings secured by end of August. 🤍
For the remainder of August, book a Little Table Co. rental and receive our NEW Base Add-On Package complimentary!
It’s the perfect way to add a little more fun and personalization to your little celebration — on us.
Use code: LITTLE-EXTRA
Valid for new bookings only. Base Add-On Package included at no additional charge. While availability lasts. Cannot be combined with other offers. Offer ends 8/31/2026.
🍎 Little Bites of the Month: Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cups
Toddler-Friendly • Easy to Make • Perfect for Back-to-School
These soft, naturally sweet oatmeal cups are an easy grab-and-go breakfast or snack for busy August mornings. Little hands can even help mix the ingredients!
Ingredients
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 cup milk of choice
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 small apple, peeled and finely diced
2 tbsp maple syrup
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a muffin tin.
In a large bowl, combine the oats, cinnamon, and baking powder.
Stir in the applesauce, milk, egg, vanilla, and maple syrup.
Fold in the diced apple.
Divide the mixture evenly among muffin cups.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the centers are set.
Let cool before serving.
Little Table Tip 🤍
Make a batch on Sunday and keep them refrigerated for an easy breakfast or snack throughout the week.
Makes: 10–12 oatmeal cups
💕 Giving Back
Giving back has always been an important part of The Little Table Co. While this month’s featured organization isn’t local to our area, it holds a special place in our hearts because of the direct impact it recently had on a family from our community.
Ronald McDonald House Arkansas & North Louisiana
This August, The Little Table Co. is proud to shine a light on Ronald McDonald House Arkansas & North Louisiana, an organization dedicated to keeping families close when their children need medical care.
This organization became especially meaningful to our family last month when my little sister and her husband found themselves navigating an unexpected NICU stay with their newest daughter, Annie. During an incredibly uncertain season, Ronald McDonald House provided them with a place to stay close to Annie — offering comfort and peace of mind when being near their daughter mattered most.
Through their Houses and Family Rooms, they provide families with comfort, essential resources, and a place to stay close to their child during some of life’s most difficult moments. In 2025 alone, the organization provided more than 19,000 nights of rest, served over 2,500 families, and provided more than 151,000 meals.
We experienced firsthand just how meaningful that support can be. When families are facing something big, the little things matter — a warm meal, a comfortable place to rest, or simply knowing they aren't alone. 🤍
We are incredibly grateful for the support they provided to our family and honored to share their mission with our Little Table Co. community.
Want to Help?
There are many ways to support Ronald McDonald House, from making a donation to providing items from their wish lists or volunteering your time.
Learn more & find ways to give:
ronaldmcdonaldhousearnla.org
🍂 Fall Is Just Around the Corner
It may still be hot outside, but we're already dreaming of pumpkin patches, cozy gatherings, and fall birthday parties.
Now is the perfect time to reserve your fall rentals before calendars begin filling up.
Our kid-sized tables and chairs are perfect for:
Birthday Parties
Playdates
Pumpkin Parties
Halloween Gatherings
Holiday Events
Planning something for September, October, or November?
Reserve early — your future party-planning self will thank you.
📸 Share Your Moments
We love seeing your tables in action! If you’ve created a special moment using The Little Table Co, tag us or send us a photo—we may feature you in an upcoming newsletter.
Thank you for being part of our table.
With gratitude, Haley Jahn The Little Table Co
✨ Creating moments that matter, one table at a time ✨
