Vintage Race Car Themed Birthday Party

This fabulous VINTAGE RACE CAR BIRTHDAY PARTY was submitted by Maureen Anders of Anders Ruff Custom Designs! I just love all the amazing ideas found throughout this darling themed celebration!

Here is what Maureen had to say about planning the party- “I tend to design more for boys (probably because I am surrounded by 3 (well, 4 if you count our dog) at home). When Yolanda and Kate of Kiss Me Kate presented their story board and inspiration for their latest theme, it was game on. Presenting the Vintage Race Car theme…..

The invitation needs to set the tone, of course! This vintage style invitation represents an old style ticket that is the perfect way to send an invitation.

The dessert table is stunning and wait until you see the details! I love the centerpieces being the trophy shaped apothecary jars. We designed printable “1st, 2nd, 3rd place” logos that they used as prize ribbon decor on the jars. SO CUTE! I also love the vintage gas pump prop and the vintage racing oil cans as part of the decor – brilliant! Yolanda is an ace at sourcing the most amazing props for their events. Can you even believe the helmet cake pops!? What about the road speedsters? SO creative. Another creative touch is the “Gravel Pit”. Rock shaped chocolates PERFECT for this race car party theme. Kate’s desserts are perfect…. check out the finish flag cookie pops! I LOVE how they added the printable party flag to the back of the roadsters. Oh, and the CAKE…. Could you die!? The arrows going around the cake are COOKIE pops… the simplicity but CREATIVE detail that went into this cake shows the true talent of these ladies from Kiss Me Kate!

You can see our new Vintage Race Car printables throughout the party table. The party sign displayed as well as the party logos used as cupcake toppers. The printable banner strung on a white backdrop adds a striking focal point to the table. A printable drink wrap also adds interest to a party staple – water! The Vintage Race Car Printable invitation and coordinating collection is now available in the Anders Ruff shop!”

Items used in this party available in Kara’s Party Ideas Shop:
Lollipop Sticks
Gumballs
Cupcake Liners
Apothecary Jars
Ribbon
Items used in this party available in Kara’s Party Ideas Shop:
Lollipop Sticks
Gumballs
Cupcake Liners
Apothecary Jars
Ribbon

Kentucky Derby Party- FREE Printables!!

This beautiful KENTUCKY DERBY PARTY, submitted by Deanna Talwalkar of Mirabelle Creations is so fun! I have always wanted to go to the Kentucky Derby, every year when the time draws near I think about it and imagine it. Sigh. One of these days I am going to finally go! But for now, I can dream and gaze at beautiful photos of the event and beautiful parties like this one! Good Job, Deanna! So jealous that you grew up attending the Kentucky Derby every year!

The greatest part about this party- DOWNLOAD ALL THE PRINTABLES FOR THIS PARTY FOR FREE HERE! Continue reading

Cowboy Western 1st Birthday Party

Saddle up! This Yee Haw COWBOY WESTERN 1ST BIRTHDAY PARTY submitted by Tara Skinner of Posh Petals and Pearls will knock your boots off! I love the aqua and red color scheme. All the details of this party are incredible! Here is what Tara said about the party- “My son, Jackson, turned one on November 30, 2011 and his party was Western themed. I am a wedding and event planner and plan tons of weddings and parties but it was a blast to plan something for my own child this time! Most of the details were handmade by me and my mom.” Paper styling- Emma J Designs Photography- Erin Rene Photography

Skiing Snowman Christmas Party

My next party feature goes to this adorable SKIING SNOWMAN CHRISTMAS PARTY submitted by Wendy Oliver of Green Beansie Cards. Such a fun little party! Love the vintage milk bottle and red & aqua color scheme. You can buy this whole printable collection in Wendy’s shop right now for only $7 {half off}! I love the Dear Santa Notes and the blank stationary. The set also includes cupcake wrappers, gift tags, invitations, place cards, tent labels & more! Everything you need to throw a fun children’s Christmas party with very little effort! Wonderful Vendor’s: Printable Collection- Green Beansie Cards Fondant Toppers- Lynlee’s Petite Cakes Cookies- All Things Exquisite Party Styling- Green Beansie Cards
Again, if you want to purchase this entire collection for only $7 go here!

Vintage Sock Monkey Birthday Party!

Today’s winning party feature goes to this delightful VINTAGE SOCK MONKEY 1ST BIRTHDAY PARTY submitted by Life {Sweet} Life. Such a cute party. I mean, the invitation alone is to die for…and that’s what sets the mood for the whole party. Sarah definitely started it out right {and believe me, the rest of the party is just as darling}.The red and aqua party hats {SO cute by the way} and cupcake wrappers can be downloaded for FREE here. Thanks so much for your submission, Sarah. Congratulations on being chosen as today’s winning party feature!
I heart this idea. Take pictures of all the party guests holding a blank sheet of paper. Then, go in and digitally add names to the pages after the party {so for years to come the birthday child will know who was there, etc}.