{Real Parties} A Pink & Turquoise Mermaid Pool Bash

You know it's going to be an AMAZING party when my friend, Christine, is the hostess. Then, combine her creativity with ladies such as Leslie Gaworecki of Goodlight Photography and Kelly Lyden of WH Hostess along with party goods from Shop Sweet Lulu and Celebration TODAY...the Superchick Way...it's going to be one adorable party!

Little Sadie turned 4 in style at one perfectly coordinated turquoise + hot pink mermaid pool bash!

The kids tables were precious. Christine covered the tables in turquoise linens and draped hot pink cabana striped towels crosswise. The centerpieces were prefect + kid friendly. White galvanized buckets were filled with sand and topped with a small bucket, shovel and pinwheel.

Genevieve of Celebration TODAY made hot pink and turquoise party hats for all of the kiddos. Each little party guests found their own hat at their place setting.

3 ft. polka dotted balloons from Shop Sweet Lulu were great statement pieces!

Sadie LOVES mermaids and often tells her mommy, "When I grow up, I want to be a mermaid." How cute is that?! Christine took that quote and used it throughout the party. Here are the adorable words on water bottles (labels made by WH Hostess) and they also appeared on the stunning cake.

Sweet Sadie with a "mermaid" who just so happens to be the best children's entertainer in Houston!

The gorgeous cake was made by Who Made the Cake and it was divine!

Kelly Lyden of The Party Dress and WH Hostess always creates the most fun designs and she did a great job with the graphics for Sadie's party!

What's a kids party without (fantastic) face painting...

...and balloon twisting! Here is my sweet husband who ended up holding endless balloon art that my kids kept gathering.

Nick had an absolute BLAST!

There was also a fish themed bounce house and inside the kids found an endless amount of pink and white beach balls. Such a great idea! All who wanted, got to take home a beach ball AND a bubble tin favor made by WH Hostess.

Such a great favor and one that is actually used!

Christine and her family...

And one happy birthday girl!

Vendors & Sources

Party styling - Christine Hoffer {Belle of the Ball}

Photography - Goodlight Photography

Invitation + paper goods - WH Hostess

Custom party hats - Celebration TODAY...The Superchick Way

Face painting + balloon twisitng - Curly and Daisy

Balloons + straws + blue and white paper bags - Shop Sweet Lulu

Cake - Who Made the Cake

Towels - Target

S'mores Loving

Today is National S'mores Day! Where do they come up with these days? But hey, I'm not complaining! S'mores make it on my top 5 desserts and just might be my #1 favorite! Here is a compilation of favor ideas, sprawling dessert tables and delicious recipes all including S'mores. What could be better?!

FAVORS

{via nicole Macaluso}

An elegant presentation of take home s'mores. The calligraphy is beautiful and really dresses it up!

{via Oh Happy Day}

I sure would be happy if someone hand me a s'mores kit on my way out of a party!

{via Oh Happy Day}

{via Twig and Thistle}

Great modern way of packaging all of the fixings for the yummy treat! This way, you can make more than one. Yes, please!

{vía Once Wed}

Adorable packaging!

DESSERT TABLES

{via Postcards and Pretties}

This table is so simple, but looks so chic and perfect for a small gathering at home. Easy for anyone to create!

{via Cookie Creatives}

This table is filled with options from strawberry to lime marshmallows and dark and white chocolate...

{via Cookie Creatives}

{via Posh Pixels Design Studio}

A cute and rustic table with a Western feel. Perfect for a party at a farm or ranch!

RECIPES

S'mores Cupcakes

{via Homemade by Holman}

S'mores Cupcakes

{via Bakerella}

S'mores Rice Krispy Treats

{via Glorious Treats}

S'mores Pops by Glorious Treats

{via Glorious Treats}

S'mores Cookies by Glorious Treats

{via Glorious Treats}

S'mores Bars

{via Love in the Oven}

Run, don't walk to the grocery store and grab these ingredients to make yourself a s'mores treat! I just love this dessert. And not only because it tastes so good, but for the casual and down home feel it gives. Another plus! S'mores are inexpensive and everyone loves them!

Happy National S'mores Day! Until next year...

{Real Parties} July Fourth Gathering

Time has really flown by this year! I can't believe we will be celebrating another holiday this weekend. July 4th is less than a week away, but you still have time to organize a fun get together with friends. Here is stylish, yet simple way to spruce up your party space!

Laura of Live Smile Celebrate created a quaint setting and what I love most about the party is that she pulled items from around her home to be used for decor. I love repurposing items from home!

Laura purchased the Stars & Stripes collection by Shindig Parties for only $9!! This is a printable file, so you still have plenty of time. Target was her next go to source where she picked up lanterns and a few other decorative items.

The red table from IKEA was perfect for this party. The printables by Shindig really made the table pop!

The food table eld a lot of yummy items including pulled pork, corn on the cob, cucumber salad, mac n' cheese on mini spoons, pasta salad, parfaits, cupcakes and more!

I always try to send guests home with a favor, even if the event is small. At this party, Laura sent guests home with gumballs in a pint size dispenser. Adorable!

I can't wait to see the parties you al create this weekend and on Monday! Happy July Fourth!

Sources

Styling and photography - Laura of Live Smile Celebrate

Printables - Shindig Parties

Paper Daisies - Polka Dot Market