This year I didn't lift a finger creating Halloween costumes, but my mom really outdid herself making these BEAUTIFUL costumes. D chose the Disney Rapunzel pattern that literally would have taken me years to sew. It really is a beautiful dress (for a beautiful girl don't you think?) I'm sad she will outgrow this costume! Ike chose the musketeer pattern. I was too impatient to get a good picture of the cape so you can't see how impressive it is. Thanks Mom!!!!
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Rainbow Birthday Party
I was so excited when D decided she wanted a rainbow party this year- it was so fun! We looked at some party ideas online, but this cake sealed the deal for her. Unfortunately my version of the cake was a bit of a disaster, but everything else came out pretty well.
Cake table (with sad, sad cake): fabric is from Wal-mart and rainbow stripe party hats (and rainbow candles not pictured) from Target...
Table scape: D LOVES to draw, color, and create all day long so this table was a no-brainer. Simple butcher paper with crayons in votives for the birthday girl and guests to design their own table cloth...
Decor: crepe paper streamer rainbow...
...rainbow balloons...
... rainbow paint chip garlands inspired by these at Kojo Designs (although I ended up making mine differently- maybe I'll write up a tutorial soon?) ...
Food: Rainbow fruit and veggie tray...
...jello cups inspired from this post at Glorious Treats...
... and disaster cake. D was thrilled with how it turned out and guests thought it tasted good, so I'm really trying to get over it and count it as a success...
Party attire: Rainbow dress I made for D that she has yet to wear. She opted for her very favorite Hello Kitty rainbow shirt instead. Hopefully I can talk her into wearing this dress soon- before she grows out of it!