DISCLOSURE: Some of the links in this post contain affiliate links. Know that I only promote products I personally use and stand behind. Additionally it should be noted that I freelance for one of the companies, Alex Brands, which is mentioned in this post. Any opinions expressed on these items are solely my own and not that of my employer. To learn more about my affiliates, please review my disclosure policy here. Last summer we threw a backyard, summer fun filled day to celebrate my birthday twins. It was a watermelon birthday party filled with lots of red, pink, and green desserts, decorations and activities! I chose the watermelon theme since they share their birthday and sharing a birthday is sweet! Now that the summer weather is returning, I'm back to share the full recap of this fun watermelon birthday party day! Invitations: Since sharing a birthday is sweet, we went with the watermelon theme that started with the invitations. A fun photoshoot complete with a large slice of watermelon and cute watermelon bathing suits welcomed family and friends to the big day. Dessert Table: Ahh the dessert table. I didn't do many decorations elsewhere and made this the focus on my watermelon color scheme. I like ... Continue Reading...
Kids Craft | Watermelon Paper Plate Gift Tags
DISCLOSURE: Some of the links in this post contain affiliate links. Know that I only promote products I personally use and stand behind. Additionally it should be noted that I freelance for one of the companies, Alex Brands, which is mentioned in this post. Any opinions expressed on these items are solely my own and not that of my employer. To learn more about my affiliates, please review my disclosure policy here. As a party stylist and crafty person, I want the actual parties I throw to have the aesthetic I like with plenty of handmade touches. But now that the girls are at an age where they want to help and can do more things, I'm working to find ways to get them involved but still keep my look. Today we're sharing the watermelon paper plate gift tags they crafted up for their watermelon themed birthday party that we tied to all the party favors! This was a great project to do one rainy morning about a month before the party. So yes, they are in their PJs in these photos. They were into the project by itself but Brielle, especially was stoked to see it turn into a component of her party! Supplies to make Watermelon Paper Plate Gift Tags: White paper plate Sharpie marker Pink, green and black tissue ... Continue Reading...
Watermelon Birthday Party | Paper Napkin Party Backdrop
DISCLOSURE: Some of the links in this post contain affiliate links, which come at no cost to you. Know that I only promote products I personally use and stand behind. To learn more about my affiliates, please review my disclosure policy here. Everyone loves the look of a coordinated dessert table with a fun table backdrop but rarely do we want to spend a lot to create that look. See how to use simple party supplies, like paper napkins, and a recycled piece of cardboard to create a custom design for your party! Check out the fun watermelon paper napkin party backdrop recently made for a watermelon birthday party! Sure I went with a watermelon design but you could easily create any design to fit your party theme with cheap paper napkins! Supplies: Paper napkins Cardboard or foam core Marker Hot Glue Gun and lots of hot glue Scissors Draw and cut out your desired shape from cardboard or foam core. Unfold paper napkin and cut along folded seams. You really only need 1 ply squares. Hold the paper napkin square in one hand and place marker in the center. Use your hand to cup around this shape. Apply hot glue at the tip of the napkin and press down to place this wadded shape onto ... Continue Reading...