Wednesday, March 23, 2011

{Real Parties} A Breakfast Birthday Party on a Budget

My friend Casey and her husband are uber creative. She is a talented artist and he is a photographer. They were on a tight budget this year for their son's second birthday celebration, but that didn't mean they couldn't celebrate in style! For Aidan's party, they threw a breakfast party in style....


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Casey put together a cereal bar full of childhood treats! On the menu were cereals such as Cap'n Crunch and Trix and sweet add ins like yogurt covered pretzels and Oreos.

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Of course cake had to be served! Casey created the cutest mason jar cupcakes with Oreos!

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Personalized favor bags, at a nice price I might add, make each guest feel special. These muslin bags by Perideau Designs make the perfect favor bag! I recently used these for Nick's Safari Party.

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Since Casey is an artist and so passionate about art, painting had to be involved! All of the little guests were able to paint on a blank canvas which will serve as a keepsake for Aidan.

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Here is sweet Aidan LOVING the attention he received while everyone sang Happy Birthday to him! Casey said that when the song was finished, Aidan did the baby sign language for "more". Absolutely precious!

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I just love every detail of this heartfelt party. And it goes to show you that you can create a special party on a strict budget! Thank you Casey for sharing this party! For a daily does of creativity and positive posts, visit Casey's blog.

Sources
Invitation and decor: MF Creative Designs
Muslin favor bags: Perideau Designs

If you are in the market for a custom piece of art, be sure to check out Casey's modern pieces! I am about to have a piece commissioned and can't wait!






Monday, March 21, 2011

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Today is an exciting day for Kelly of The Party Dress and P is for Party as well! Kelly has produced the first issue of an e-glossy magazine full of eye candy! I was thrilled to be a part of the occasion! In the first issue of the magazine, you will see the debut of Nick's safari party along with a DIY moss cake stand tutorial.

Congratulations Kelly and thank you for allowing me to be a part of this amazing issue!


Wednesday, March 16, 2011

{St. Patrick's Day} Lucky Charms Take Me Back

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{image via eighteen25}

When I saw this I knew I had to do this for the boys and their friends for St. Patrick's Day! Lucky Charms take me back to my childhood days and not to mention this project is super easy! If you are looking for a last minute idea, visit eighteen25 for the details!


Monday, March 14, 2011

{Real Parties} Come Heart With Me

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I am head over heels for this party! Completely smitten! The theme, the details, the colors and the photography are stunning! Catherine Clay is a fantastic photographer in the Dallas area and she recently hosted a stylish birthday party for her daughter, Annabelle.

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The party took place in Catherine's studio which provided a perfectly clean palette for the decor. 20 little girls were invited to the studio for a Valentine's themed art party to celebrate Annabelle's 5th birthday.

After working on their project - making hearts out of clay and then placing the clay on a canvas that they painted with pastels - they headed upstairs for snacks and cake.

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Catherine and a friend made most of the decor which included personalized aprons and a take home art kid for the girls!

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Do you see what I mean?! This party is beautiful on so many levels...simple, sweet, stylish and kiddish!

Sources:
Invitation, penants, birthday hats, aprons & art kits - Catherine Clay
Art kit containers - The Container Store
Cake & Cookies - Sweet Bakes
Annabelle's chevron dress - The Measure (Etsy)


Thursday, March 10, 2011

Modern Floral Baby Rattle Wreath

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I think it is important to set the tone of your party at the front door. It gives guests a glimpse of what is waiting for them inside and helps set the mood of the party. Wreaths are always a beautiful addition, but this floral rattle wreath really stood out for its creativity! this modern wreath interpretation is found on the new site, On to Baby and was designed by Shannon Leahy.


Tuesday, March 8, 2011

{Real Parties} Elegant Pink Baby Shower

I get slightly giddy when events like this land in my in box. Darya of Organic Album did an amazing job photographing one of the loveliest baby showers I have ever seen! Enjoy the gorgeous photographs of this white, cream and baby pink shower with vendor details listed at the bottom....

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Vendors:

Photography - Organic Album
Decor - Luxury Events
Flowers - Oksana's Flowers
Desserts - New Seasons Market
Cake - Jecalvas