Posted on February 18, 2013 by Kara

Watermelon 1st Birthday Party

This sweet WATERMELON FIRST BIRTHDAY PARTY was submitted by Heather Dalton of Chickabug. Could the birthday girl’s outfit be any cuter?

Here are some of my favorite things about this adorable watermelon party:
The watermelon shaped cake pops
The watermelon slices on a stick
The fabric strip wreath
and MORE!

Photography – Michaela Hansen Photography in Houston, Texas
Watermelon cake balls, smash cake, cupcakes & cookies – Simply Sweet Cakes in Spring, TX
Paper straws and mason jar lids – The TomKat Studio
Paper poms – Melody’s Pom Pom Shop
Hair bow and flip flops – and Jane
Personalized watermelon themed party printables – Chickabug
Bib – Hobby Lobby, decorated with a printable circle from Chickabug
Bubble refill container – Michael’s, with lettering added using a Cricut Watermelon lollipops – Oriental Trading Company
Ribbon topiary – Homemade using supplies from Hobby Lobby and Michaels
Watermelon paper plate fans – Homemade using paper plates
Watermelon wreaths – Homemade using fabric

Items used in this party available in Kara’s Party Ideas Shop:
Polka Dot Balloons
Decorative Paper Shred
Ribbon
Clear Cellophane Bags
Cupcake Liners
Lollipop Sticks
Striped Paper Straws
Pom Poms
Mason Jar Daisy Cut Lids
Candles

This is what Heather said about the party- “I just adore this watermelon theme first birthday party that my sweet customer, Carol, threw for her daughter Claire! From the invitation to the sweets, the decor to the favors, every last touch was watermelon themed in pink and green. Carol made the party extra-special with all of her homemade touches, using Chickabug printables and her Cricut machine!

To make the watermelon paper plate fans:
Carol said, ‘The watermelon paper plate fans were simply made from paper plates I purchased from Walmart. I decorated them with paper cut using my Cricut and ric rac I had laying around in my craft supplies. Then I glued each plate half to a paint stir stick which I painted green and tied with a ribbon. I wish I had a better picture of them. The fans were a hit, especially with an outdoor party in Houston in August!’

To make the party blowers:
Carol said, ‘I purchased the party blowers very cheap at Walmart and discarded the existing cover for them. I then used my Cricut Elegant Edges cartridge to cut the shape for the back. I took a circle punch and cut a hole large enough to slide down the blower both at the top and bottom and glued Chickabug’s adorable party circles to the front with a pink or green scalloped circle (cut from my Cricut).’

To make the personalized bib:
Carol said, ‘Claire’s bib was a last minute thought. I purchased a simple, blank bib from Hobby Lobby and printed off a Chickabug party circle onto iron-on paper. Just before the party, I ironed on the image and sewed on a bow. I think it turned out great for being so last minute!’”

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Kara

1st Birthday Vintage Tea Party

This FIRST BIRTHDAY VINTAGE TEA PARTY was submitted by Lima Limão – Festas com charme from Portugal. This party is definitely full of all things charming and girly!

Here are some of my favorite elements of this vintage chic tea party:
The different sizes and shapes of glassware used to serve and display the desserts
The single pink rose motif used throughout the decor
The invitation wrapped in lacy paper
The lovely white cake adorned with, of course, a single pink rose
and MORE!

Here’s what Lima Limão – Festas com charme said about planning the party- “Carlota is a very famous baby in Portugal. She has her own blog (Carlota’s blog) written by her mother. It’s so popular that Carlota’s mom won the prize of “mom blogger of 2012″.  Carlota celebrated her first birthday with a tea party. The style was vintage chic with pink, white and touches of gold as a color palette.  We set a tea table with doilies and vintage roses as the main elements.  We paid attention to every detail so that this party could have all the necessary charm . Congratulations to Carlota on her 1st Tea Party!!  ”

Party Styling, Photography and Decorations: Lima Limão – Festas com charme (Lemon Lime – Charming Parties)
Items used in this party available in Kara’s Party Ideas Shop:
Striped Paper Straws
Ribbon
White Paper Doilies
Apothecary Jars
Clear Favor Boxes
Balloons

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Kara

Orange, Pink and Gold 1st Birthday Party

This ORANGE, PINK AND GOLD FIRST BIRTHDAY PARTY was submitted by Thetis Sardo of Little Sooti in Australia. I love the idea of using the color scheme of the party as the actual theme!

There are so many gorgeous ideas here. These are some of my favorite things about this vibrant yet elegant 1st birthday party:
The gorgeous tassel banners hanging as the backdrop
The stunning 3-tiered cake that incorporates all of the colors of the party
The ribbon wands
The candy bar displayed in apothecary jars
The place settings complete with wooden utensils, milk bottles, & paper straws (three party essentials, if you ask me!)
and MORE!

Concept, Design & Event Stylist: Little Sooti
Photography: Lee Bird Photography
Cake & Desserts: Cake Envy
Cookies: Kookie Krumbs by Kirstie
Garland & Ballons: Dandy & Darling
Invitations: Ham & Pea

Items used in this party available in Kara’s Party Ideas Shop:
Wooden Utensils
Striped Paper Straws
Milk Bottles
White Square Favor Boxes
Apothecary Jars
Pearl Gumballs
Ribbon
Mini Glass Dessert Jars
Lollipop Sticks
Balloons
Cupcake Liners
Honeycomb Tissue Balls

Here’s what Thetis said about planning the party- “I was honored to style this gorgeous 1st birthday party for a beautiful little girl named Paris. Paris’ mum, who is an amazing cake designer, loves all things girly and usually opts for pretty pinks and soft colour palettes. However, after throwing some ideas around, we came up with a fresh and funky colour palette consisting of tangerine, peach, & gold. The party area consisted of a dessert table which featured an amazing 3 tier cake and an ombre buttercream “smash cake” for Paris. We also had some yummy vanilla buttercream cupcakes, homemade marshmallows, white chocolate mousse cups and incredible cookies custom-made to match the invitations. Additionally, we included a small selection of lollies for the kids to grab throughout the day. And no dessert table is complete without a colour coordinated candy bar. Stunning tassel garlands, made by Dandy and Darling (formerly Blush Loves Mint), acted as a backdrop, and we draped gold sequined fabric over the table for that extra sparkle.

The kids tables were covered in white linen paired with tangerine napkins, some cute dip dyed wooden cutlery and each place setting was complete with its own mini milk bottle. The chairs were a mini version of the Louis Ghost Chair (in red) which worked perfectly with our scheme.

Centrepieces consisted of beautiful milk glass vases filled with peach and orange roses. We also had a drink dispenser set up, filled with pink lemonade for the kids to enjoy in the warmth of the sun. Other decorations included giant balloons with tassels, also made by Dandy & Darling, and hanging in the marque were honeycomb balls and bells.

Each guest received their very own dip dyed ribbon wand to play with. Cute little white and gold boxes filled with pastel coloured meringues were given as party favours.”

Concept, Design & Event Stylist: Little Sooti
Photography: Lee Bird Photography
Cake & Desserts: Cake Envy
Cookies: Kookie Krumbs by Kirstie
Garland & Ballons: Dandy & Darling
Invitations: Ham & Pea

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Kara

Rustic Winter Wonderland 1st Birthday Party

This RUSTIC WINTER WONDERLAND 1ST BIRTHDAY PARTY was submitted by Emily Klaparda of Emily K Paperie. I love the rustic, shabby chic take on this popular theme!

There are so many gorgeous ideas here. Some of my favorite things about this rustic winter party are:

The hot chocolate bar

The starched lace princess crowns

The burlap and lace tent cards

The paper accordion rosettes hanging on the wall

The lace covered mason jars

The birch pattern paper straws

and MORE!

Items used in this party available in Kara’s Party Ideas Shop:
Burlap
White Paper Doilies
Cupcake Liners
Wooden Spoons
Lollipop Sticks
Jute Twine
Mini Cordial Cups
Balloons
Milk Bottles

Invitations suite & thank you’s, Mason jars w/ lace & burlap, Manzanita centerpieces & birch vases, high chair banner, chalkboard signage, flower arrangements, lace place cards: Emily K Paperie
‘Ariella’ banner on mantel: Prop Shop Boutique
Gourmet Marshmallows: One More Bite, Mia Mallows, Guimauve Confections
Birthday Cake, cake pops, & chocolate covered Oreo’s: Sweet E’s Bakeshop
Fondant Cupcake Toppers: Two Sweet Cakes
Winter Truffles: Whole Foods
Snowflake Cookies: Lori’s Place
Centerpiece Branches: Blooms & Branches
Burlap & Lace Table runner on Hot Cocoa Bar: Little White Boutique
Lace Crown: Sweet Louise Boutique
Crocheted Snowflakes: Sew Fun Creations, Edangra, Zolayka
Bottle Brush Trees: Love It Shabby
Snowflake Food Picks: Pink Cherry Mama
Lace Envelope Inserts: All Things Angela’s
Chalkboard Frame by Shugabee Lane
Wooden Snowflake Silverware: Tulle and Twig
Handstamped Wooden Heart Spoons: AngieHeartsJared
Front Door Wreath: Dandelion Crafting Company
Letter A: This Makes Me Happy
Snowflake Balloons: Single Source Party Supplies
Rentals – Linens, tables, & chairs: Classic Party Rentals
Birthday girl attire: Baby Gap and Poppy Bows
Catering: Whole Foods Catering
Return Address Stamp: eDanae

Here’s what Emily said about planning the party- “Ariella is our little winter baby, with her birthday falling in the first week of January. Even though we live in Los Angeles and it’s not technically freezing over here, I still loved the idea of making a ‘winter wonderland’ themed 1st birthday party for her. I’d seen quite a few winter wonderland parties floating around on the web, but I didn’t want recreate those typical winter parties with penguins, polar bears, and igloos. Instead, I had the idea in my head for a rustic/shabby chic winter wonderland party that still had the winter feel, but was a bit more girly & sophisticated. Just like our little girl! I was drawn to lots of burlap, lace, jute twine, and birch, and I mixed those elements with crocheted snowflakes, snow covered manzanita branches, and blush & cream colored roses.”

Items used in this party available in Kara’s Party Ideas Shop:
Burlap
White Paper Doilies
Cupcake Liners
Wooden Spoons
Lollipop Sticks
Jute Twine
Mini Cordial Cups
Balloons
Milk Bottles

tems used in this party available in Kara’s Party Ideas Shop:
Burlap
White Paper Doilies
Cupcake Liners
Wooden Spoons
Lollipop Sticks
Jute Twine
Mini Cordial Cups
Balloons
Milk Bottles

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Kara

Pink Fairy Themed 1st Birthday Party

This charming PINK FAIRY THEMED FIRST BIRTHDAY PARTY was submitted by Summer Latham. Having three boys, I can definitely appreciate how girly and PINK everything is in this party!

Here are some of my favorite elements:
The pink rose cake
The striped straws topped with marshmallows
The baby photobooth
The star fairy wands
The pennant bunting cake topper
The fabric teepee
and MORE!

Event Styling- big & LITTLE Events
Items used in this party available in Kara’s Party Ideas Shop:
Striped Paper Straws
Ribbon
Silver Star Wands
Cupcake Liners
Photography- Ayrton Winitana
Cake- Lilyboo Cupcakes

Here’s what Summer said about planning the party- “My daughter is the girliest of girly girls so we appropriately celebrated her first birthday with a classic ‘fairy’ themed birthday. We had an amazing day complete with a girly teepee, miniature caravan rides and a baby photo booth (which very quickly turned into an adult booth.) We trawled through secondhand shops for decorations and I am very fortunate to have a skilled fiance who has been at my beck and call whipping up props to my heart’s desire. The day was an amazing success and I can’t wait for birthday number two – I’m already channeling themes.”

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