Party Planning

I can't believe my little girl will be TWO tomorrow! Time flies, fun or not, but most of the past few years have been a lot of fun - a few tears, pain and challenges, but we love our little sunshine more and more every day. (and we just can't quite believe how it is possible for her to get cuter and cuter every day!)

I plan in my head, a lot. Plans about decorating, events, routines, meal plans - and eventually most of it gets down on paper sometime and then put into place. Sometimes I wish for an easier way to transmit all my ideas....

So, we are planning a party for our little Sunshine. Here in Brazil parties are a big deal and people go all out. Especially for a first birthday, but in general, Brazilians like to party!

Here is some of my inspiration for her "Flower" party that we're hosting at our home this weekend...

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These were some party favors Lucas got after a school party and I think they'll be just perfect as favors for Elena's party as well. Add on a cute little leaf with a printed Thank You message and we're set!

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If I had a sewing machine (and oodles of time) I would sew a cute pennant banner. But since I don't, I'm going to make a cute no-sew banner with colored paper and my trusty printer. I like this easy way of hanging the banner. Might add some cute flowers in between the flags.

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Saw this idea first in a magazine and then searched online to find more photos - but isn't this such a cute idea? Great for the main sweets table or even as center pieces. Although I think ours will be pink and yellow. 

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I have written before about my new-found love for pompoms - and these tissue ones are so dainty and feminine I think they will be perfect for our garden party. (Too bad we don't have an actual garden for our party!) The gal that wrote the tutorial for these gives so many great different ways to make them, and easy, detailed instructions. 

So - my week ahead will be filled with creating all these goodies for the party on Saturday, as well as whipping up a cake and getting some activities ready (playdough and bubbles should keep the kids entertained a while).

Come back next week for photos of the party as well as some tutorials on all the great decor items! 

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