our littlest (for now) is turning 2 next week.
since hadley and him have such close birthdays, i decided to push his birthday party back a week, so we celebrated this past weekend with some friends.
having his party this weekend, with his birthday not until next week, thoroughly confused all of my children. they just can't understand why his birthday wasn't this weekend.
sorry kids. the things mama does to throw a party.
here's a few details from the par-tay, and it was a "you are my sunshine" themed gig.
the invite:
(i made this in photoshop elements)
the guest of honor:
his name sign---easy craft.
i just spray painted some paper doilies and then glued some cardboard letters onto them...and strung some of my favorite twine through, to hang.
a local friend has a cookie biz-ness, so i ordered some goodies from her:
my favorite part of the party has to be these cupcake toppers (free printables!) that a friend found for me on pinterest.
didn't they turn out so cute?
another easy craft:
spray painted mason jars and candlestick holders, glued together...holding pretty flowers.
a few more details:
my "you are my sunshine" painted board.
more spray painted jars and flowers.
party favors for the kids were 2 images i printed off (one was a sun, the other was a cloud) PLUS a yellow and gray crayon...all tied together in a cellophane bag. cute and easy. and it won't rot your teeth. (i'm not a fan of gobs of candy for party favors).
here is the little dude, waiting patiently, ready to be sung too:
he was super cute while we were singing...
and then, even got a little shy after we said "happy birthday to KOHEN"...
but then he perked right back up.
and enjoyed that cupcake.
and YAH for a family shot where we are all looking.
hallelujah, lord almighty.
oh, and do you see the room for one more?
right smack dab in the middle.
hope you enjoyed the sweet and simple party!
"you are my sunshine" cupcake toppers - found HERE
sunshine and cloud cookies - HERE
twine - found HERE
"you are my sunshine" board - HERE
striped table cloth - fabric from IKEA
my sunshine pinterest board - my source of inspiration - HERE
what a cute and fun little party. love kohen's bow tie! :)
ReplyDeleteAdorable and I cannot believe you got everyone to lOok at the camera :)
ReplyDeleteLOVELY family photo!! Looks like you had a fun party. You are so creative! :]
ReplyDeleteA beautiful party! I like that it's not super "little kid" and it's not stereo-typically "boy." Simple and lovely. And those cookies and cupcakes look delish!
ReplyDeleteSuch an adorable party! I love the goody bags- great idea!
ReplyDeleteSUch a cute party. Love the pictures. Esp. like the one where he is being shy, too sweet.
ReplyDeleteNow that you have the perfect family shot you will be adding another and have to start all over, hah. So worth it though. What a great family photo.
So fun! I love his cute little bowtie!
ReplyDeletewhy was i not invited. i'm stopping being besties w you.
ReplyDeletehappy birthday, nugget!
LOVE this party and what an adorable birthday boy! I may borrow this idea for my little one's 2nd b-day in June. Thanks for all of the crafting tips!
ReplyDeleteGreat party! And great family pic! Yup, definatly room for more! =)
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable party! You did wonderful momma :)
ReplyDeletegreat party! I love the theme and it was all done so perfectly.
ReplyDeleteYou have a beautiful family.
Amazing party..and beautiful family! Thanks for showing a beautiful way to use my printables.:)
ReplyDeleteKiki
www.kikicreates.blogspot.com
I'm pretty sure you're a party genius. And a fantastic loving authentic beautiful mommy.
ReplyDeleteI love your theme and all the details. I sang that song to all three of my babes when they were infants. I also love the bow tie and his sweet shyness during the singing. What a cute dude you have. : ) Way to go, Mama!
ReplyDeleteKohen's face eating that cupcake is AH-MAZING! :) Looks like it was a blast! (and super cute! :)
ReplyDeleteadorable family, fabulous party!!
ReplyDeleteThis is the cutest, you're such a good mommy!! I have got such a strong itch to attempt a pretty themed party like this for my kids, but their birthdays are right on and around Christmas (Dec. 25 and Jan. 3), so it didn't work last year and looks like it won't this year either :( I'll get to one day!
ReplyDeleteso freakin' cute! now i want to eat a sugar cookie...thanks em.
ReplyDeleteI need to rent you for a few soirees this November. But maybe you're just a little busy : )
ReplyDeleteDana
Emily Anderson, you are the cutest. Ever. The end.
ReplyDeleteI love the theme!! You are one wonderful mama Emily, so admirable. And that is such a beautiful family portrait of you guys!
ReplyDeletewhat a sweet, special party! i love all the attention to detail for the little man! he is just precious!
ReplyDeleteblessings,
mary
ps your fam pic is gorgeous!
xo
You always have the cutest party ideas!
ReplyDeleteWhat a happy, happy, sunshiney party! I love that there is "space" for one more in your family photo.
ReplyDeleteLove the party. What a wonderful job you did pulling the theme through in so many different ways. We actually did a sunshine themed party for our oldest's first birthday so it is especially neat for me to see it done from a different perspective.
ReplyDeletehttp://williammichaelekart.blogspot.com/2009/06/our-little-sunshine-is-one.html
Would you be able to share where you got the font on the invitations? ("CELEBRATE" in particular)
how fun!
ReplyDeleteL-O-V-E-D the mason jar idea.
Yay for room for another! :)
So cute!n We sing that song to our daughter all the time. May have to borrow aome of your ideas...think a 3 year old girl will have any input on what her party should be next year?? :)
ReplyDeleteyou have such a beautiful family!!!! glad Kohen's party was a success!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great family picture! I love reading your blog!
ReplyDeleteThis is adorable!!! I am going to go spray paint all my mason jars now. Great idea!!
ReplyDeleteso cute! I was thinking of doing this theme for my daughters 1st birthday. I may have to use some of your great ideas. thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteTurned out awesome! Very fun theme!
ReplyDeleteHow adorable..
ReplyDeletethose cookies are just too cute!
one more is going to be a perfect fit! i love seeing God's BIG plans for you. ;)
ReplyDeletelove the party pics ... and wow ... you are right plenty of room for another ... and there just might be enough room for another one after that ;)
ReplyDeletewell aren't you the most awesome mama ever?!
ReplyDeletethere is so much inspiration here i wanna pin it all!
xoxo
So cute! I like.
ReplyDeleteI don't think I've ever left you a comment before...don't know why. But...your Kohen is precious.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I read your post from Friday. Can I say that to someone who is looking to adopt in a just a few short years, it has meant so much reading your posts about your little Elsa. It's so obvious that there is love for her. To say yes to her & her situation, you were already choosing to love. I think your journey to love is going to grow in the most beautiful way & I am so glad you are sharing it here. What an exciting adventure God has for you!!
Such a fun party! I am loving that bow tie!
ReplyDeleteLOVE the photo capturing his shyness. Perfect.
ReplyDeleteAdorable party and that is such an awesome family picture! What a FEAT to get everyone looking!!
ReplyDeletelove it all!
ReplyDeletei love that sweet boy! great job on the party details...beautiful as always.
ReplyDeleteYou Are My Sunshine is my most favorite childhood memory. I can still see my step-dad singing it to us when we were young. I can't even begin to count how many times I've sung it to my boys. This is such an awesome idea I just may have to borrow some of it. ;)
ReplyDeleteSooooo cute!! Love the yellow & gray! The cookies are to die for and I seriously am going to do the coloring papers & crayons for a party favor sometime! :)
ReplyDeleteThat is the most impressive family photo with young children I have ever seen!!!! :D
ReplyDeleteOH my. GREAT theme. Great party. You are talented, my friend.
ReplyDelete~Em
talesforkarina.blogspot.com
Awesome job and super great picture of the fam!
ReplyDeleteHey Emily,
ReplyDeleteHow did you make the pennant banner on Kohen's invitation? I've been looking for a photoshop brush but haven't found one. I may try to make one myself in photoshop but I'm just not thinking it will look as nice or be as easy.
Thanks,
Lesley
Very cute.
ReplyDeleteI just saw a similar themed party shared on birthday girl's site - so adorable. And sunny for this gray time of year!
This is an adorable theme. I loved all the decorations and things! & what a beautiful family photo!
ReplyDeleteOMG! Thank you for sharing all the ideas, this "You're my sunshine" theme I just love it and going to be my son's first birthday theme. By the way, you have a beautiful family :)
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