What girl could possibly say no to camp when it's this girlie? Arts and crafts and sleeping in tents are just a few of the things that make camp so appealing to little ones — but your kiddo doesn't have to go anywhere to celebrate her birthday at camp, because you can bring it to her!
Click through to check out this girlie, camping-themed birthday party and get inspired to throw a party to remember for your little girl's next birthday!
Source and Photo Credit: Wendy Updegraff Photography
On the third day he ate three plums! Eric Carle just introduced his first book in four years, The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse, but it is his The Very Hungry Caterpillar that is a true children's classic — so it's no surprise that many mamas opt for a caterpillar-themed birthday party for their lil ones. Get inspired to throw your tot an unforgettable birthday with this The Very Hungry Caterpillar-themed party!
Source: The Mom Tog Diaries
When I first started hosting parties back in 2002, the glossy themed party planning book, Be My Guest: Theme Party Savoir-Faire by Rena Sindi was on my Christmas list. Luckily my mom always shops by my lists and on December 25th the shiny new book full of fabulous ideas was waiting for me under the tree. In the book, Rena invites readers to come party with her as she chronicles 14 of New York's high society themed parties - ones that she actually staged and planned herself. Not only are the photos of socialites - yes, that is a pre-famous Paris Hilton on the cover - and celebrities gorgeous to look at, but Sindi has plenty of amazing ideas. Similar to my party plans, she provides the details on all the major pieces of a theme party: the dress, invitations, venue, decor, menu, drinks, entertainment, and music. The food recipes - caviar on potato crisps with creme fraiche or goat cheese bundles with spring salad and yellow lentil vinaigrette - are not for novice cooks, but the cocktail recipes - white chocolate martinis or strawberry mojitos - are varied and exciting. Her musical selections are easy to enjoy and pair perfectly with each theme. This book has honestly inspired my career as a party planner!
Have you had a chance to flip through the pages? If so, what did you think?
My winter dinner party is only 2 short days away and I have kicked into prep mode. National Dinner Party day is next Thursday but I'm hosting a dinner for myself and nine others this Saturday to celebrate. I've been planning all week as I want everything to go as smoothly as possible. The invitations were mailed on Monday and the menu selected on Tuesday. Yesterday I purchased the drinks and today I have to design the decorating scheme. For this type of party to succeed, it's crucial to get the table set and ready as early as possible. This way there's plenty of time to complete all of the cooking. For more on the decorations for my blue and green winter themed dinner, read more
