Naomi’s Peppa Pig inspired party

Last week we celebrated my youngest daughter Naomi’s 2nd birthday. I decided to keep it small because we are expecting our 3rd child in January 2015 – which we are thrilled about!

However I lost all party planning motivation during first trimester and with all the tiredness which comes with 1st trimester I really didn’t want to put pressure on myself in the party department!

So I kept the guest list quite small and kept things my version of simple without worrying at all about whether I would even share this party on the blog.

About a week before the party, motivation started to return and I got myself organised! I am finding parties require less effort to put together now that I know where to source everything from and I already have some standard party items and decor at home (eg: cake stands, mini jars etc) so it didn’t take much to put this party together.

All vendors used were from my children’s party directory of course.

Naomi love’s Peppa Pig so that was the theme for her party. I will share the different vendors/items I used at the party in case you want to source any of these items yourself.

Here is the Peppa Pig inspired dessert table for the party – I went bright with the colour scheme and that lovely tassel garland is by Divine Drops. It actually hangs much more nicely in person but the heater was on and blowing the tassels around:

 

 

I also loved the giant 2 balloon and petite tassel sourced from Ruby Rabbit Partyware (the tassel is created by Party Pony Designer Pinata’s and you can find similar here ).

I hired this mini picket fence from Tiny Tots Toy Hire to go with a Peppa Pig/garden feel.

 

 

 

I love this Peppa Pig inspired printable collection from Style Me Gorgeous and it is what I used for the printables and it also inspired the cake and cookies:

 

 

Here is the lovely cake that Minnie from Minnie’s Sweet Creations made for Naomi. It tasted AMAZING! It was inspired by the printables but I also requested Peppa and her friends on the cake as well:

 

 

Here it is on the table and again I found yet another use for the pink mini picket fences I purchased from Saffy and May a few parties ago – just to help decorate the riser and tie in with the front picket fence.

 

 

The cookies were created by Megan of Love Every Detail in Melbourne who shipped them to me. I left the design up to her and inspired by the printable she created a GORGEOUS selection of cookies that were also delicious! Both the cake and cookies were easily finished by the end of the day:

 

 

 

 

Here are some table shots:

 

 

 

Besides the cake and cookies I kept the dessert table simple with jelly (a standard favourite!) and fruit cups. These bright confetti dot spoons matched the colour scheme perfectly and I found them at Ruby Rabbit partyware here

 

 

 

 

I also thought I would try out these mini balloons from Ruby Rabbit partyware and use them as little toppers in the fruit cups for a bit of fun.

 

 

Here are more of the Style Me Gorgeous printable labels in use.

 

 

The kids party table and chairs I hired from Tiny Tots Toy Hire. Kept it quite simple and bright with just some Peppa Pig masks and plenty of room in the middle for all the kids food.

 

 

One of my favourite items had to be these cute Peppa Pig favour boxes by Pretty Little Vintage! They are just adorable! They had a personalised thank you message on the back but I also attached the printable thank you labels to the side:

 

 

I filled them with a few different items and I had to do a share of these cute little clips from one of my vendors Little Miss Charlie’s Treasures which I included in the girls favour boxes.

 

 

Besides the dessert table I didn’t decorate too much else for the party besides some helium balloons but I did use these really fun Peppa Pig pom poms created by Theme It Party Boxes. Dana can create any character and I ordered Rebecca Rabbit, Emily Elephant and Suzy Sheep. Then it was just a matter of fluffing the pom and assembling the pieces together.

Now pom fluffing is not one of my talents so I don’t think I quite did these pom’s justice however they were cute none the less!:

 

And lastly here are some pictures with the birthday girl who had a lot of fun! We hired a ball pit from Tiny Tots Toy Hire which she loved and now being 2 she was quite excited about cutting the cake and everyone singing happy birthday.

 

 

So there you have it…another party over and although I didn’t think I’d be able to pull it together thankfully the start of the 2nd trimester of pregnancy hit me with a bit of energy and I could enjoy the day as well.

Thanks for taking the time to have a read and share in a bit of this Peppa Pig inspired celebration.

Fruit Party Supplies

Since last year there has been a huge trend in fruit items in homewares as well as parties – think pineapples, watermelons and strawberries and lots of colour!

 

 

So whether you have a party just based around a single fruit like a sweet strawberry party, or a whole tutti frutti party – this blog post will help you source a few fun items for this theme and I’ve included some DIY decorations as well. Remember to click on any image below to be taken directly to the source!

Given the uniqueness of this theme you won’t find a lot of items being sold ready made in party stores however if you contact vendors in the Handmade Decor category of the children’s party directory you will find people who can skillyfully create cupcake toppers for you, garlands, customised stamped wooden cutlery and more – all for a fruit party theme!

 

Printables

A few invitations and printables which can be used whether you’re focusing on a single fruit, or a whole tutti frutti theme!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This is a fun invitation you can create yourself:

 

 

Decorations

Combine these fruit based decorations with other bright decorations from the party boutiques in the children’s party directory.

Love these fruit honeycomb decorations which are available in a range of fruits!:

 

 

 

 

A sweet foil balloon:

 

 

Love this pineapple pinata which is a fantastic decoration as well as a fun party activity for your guests:

 

 

If you’re going for an overall tropical feel then these oversized paper flowers would be perfect:

 

 

Some fun DIY decorations:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tableware

 

There are plenty of colourful tablerunners at The Party Parlour which could work into a colourful tutti frutti theme:

 

 

 

This tableware range would work for an adult hawaiian celebration:

 

 

Some bright pineapple napkins you could use with more neutral plates:

 

 

Some bright cutlery to work into a tutti frutti theme:

 

 

Some cute drink items:

 

 

 

These mini picket fences would work well if you’re incorporating a garden feel to your fruit party theme. They are great to wrap around risers and platters on a dessert table:

 

 

Pineapple jars are everywhere at the moment, but here are some affordable ones – perfect for party decor:

 

 

 

These trees (or similar) are great to hang fruit decorations from or to hang fruit cookies from (see the image further down the blog post)

 

Cake and Desserts

For a fruit themed party, of course you could have a whole dessert table of fruit. However here are some ideas for some other treats and desserts to suit a fruity theme and decor for your dessert table:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some gorgeous pineapple toppers for your cupcake and cake!:

 

 

 

 

Visit the Cake and Dessert category on the children’s party directory to find vendors to create these treats for you – some of whom post Australia wide:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hire

If you’re having a garden feel to your fruit party theme, these garden props would help create the right setting:

 

Love these cute fruit props for hire!:

 

 

 

 

Favours

Some wonderful favour packaging options to suit a fruit party:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The perfect washi tape to use on your favour packaging:

 

Some cute pegs to use to attach a thank you label to your favours:

 

Real Parties

Discover lots more party ideas and inspiration here:

Gorgeous and colourful tutti frutti 2nd birthday party by Daisy of Leo and Bella 

Lovely Watermelon Party by The Creative Journal

An amazing tutti frutti party with fruit dessert table by Sibella featured on Kara’s Party Ideas

A very sweet strawberry market stall dessert table by Sharnel Dollar Designs

A watermelon party with some great DIY ideas and cake by Steph of Bondville

 

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Hope you enjoyed all the fruity inspiration! Happy party planning!

Find fun party Printables at Giggles and Grace Designs

 

Every party starts first with an invitation and then extra party stationery and printables can help decorate and bring your theme alive – so I always love to introduce you to fantastic party vendors who may have the perfect design for your next celebration!

Giggles and Grace designs have a truly fantastic party range of invitations, printables and backdrops for various themes. I am sharing some of my favourites in this blog post but there are plenty more on the website.

Belinda is also offering a bonus for my LLC readers – you can receive 30% off your order by using code LLC30 

 

 

Besides offering the printable file via e-mail, you can also choose to take advantage of Giggle and Grace Designs printing service to have all the items mailed directly to you ready to use!

 

 

All the designs are highly personalised with name/age personalisation throughout.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dessert table backdrops have grown in popularity lately and Giggles and Grace design have a range available and can also design a backdrop to suit your theme.

 

 

They also offer other services such as logos, flyer and business card designs etc.

Besides children’s celebrations they also offer other invitations appropriate for baby showers, kitchen tea’s etc such as this gorgeous vintage stork invitation!:

 

 

I just love the designs by Belinda who runs Giggles and Grace designs. You can view the full range here.

Don’t forget, Belinda is also offering a special 30% off for LLC readers! Just use code: LLC30 when you order!

 

 

 

 

Construction party supplies

 

A construction party is a popular theme for little boys with lots of fun and creative ideas online with ways to decorate this party theme and make it come to life!

I’ve based the Construction party supplies in this post mainly around yellow, black and naturals/brown and most of the items are from vendors in the Life’s Little Celebration’s children’s party directory which you can browse to find more items when planning for this party! You can also view my construction party PINTEREST board here. 

 

Construction Party Invitations and Printables

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This printable collection can be purchased along with a range of construction party items:

 

 

Construction Party Decorations

 

Some other fun construction party garlands and decorations to match the colour scheme:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tableware

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I thought these were fun drinking cups for a construction party!:

 

 

Perfect for the kids own little lunch box for them to enjoy “on site” at their construction party!

 

 

Construction Party Desserts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Love these treat sticks which could be used for cake pops, marshmellow pops etc:

 

 

 

 

 

If you enjoy making your children’s cake then this cake kit for a construction party theme will make the whole process a lot easier for you!:

 

Remember there are a range of Cake and Dessert vendors on the Directory who can create something for your child’s Construction party, including vendors who post Australia wide

Construction Party Themed Items

A few other fun construction party supplies to incorporate into the party:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hire

You can also view the party directory to find items to hire for a Construction party, such as yellow kids party chairs:

 

 

 

 

Or these fun construction building blocks:

 

Or perhaps a whole Construction prop party package to hire!:

 

 

Favours

Some fun party favours for a construction party:

 

 

 

 

 

Some packaging ideas for a construction party bag:

 

 

 

 

Real Parties

Browse these construction parties for some fantastic ideas and inspiration:

A fun Diggers dessert table by Little Sweet Styling

This construction party is filled with great ideas by Amanda of Red Wagon Events, featured on the Amy Atlas Blog

Fantastic Construction party styled by Styled By Belle featured on the Amy Atlas blog

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I hope you enjoyed the Construction party round up ! Visit the Life’s Little Celebration’s children’s party directory to find more vendors for construction party supplies and decor!

 

Confetti / Sprinkles Party Branding Board

A confetti/sprinkles theme has grown in popularity lately as it suits a range of celebrations, and nothing says a party like confetti!

Another new trend is the ‘Baby sprinkle’ – a baby shower for a 2nd, 3rd, 4th etc baby with the focus not being on showering the mum with gifts but more celebrating the next child and catching up with friends before the sleepless nights of newborn baby life hits again!

Rebecca from Little Sweet Styling has put together another fantastic party theme branding board showcasing inspiration and party supplies to suit a Baby Sprinkle with a confetti/sprinkle theme.

All the sources are at the end of the board and if you want a board such as this put together for your next event to help with your planning, e-mail Rebecca at: littlesweetstyling@gmail.com

 

 

Sources

All items available through vendors on the Life’s Little Celebrations Directory

1. Giant Confetti Balloon $16.95/90cm- The Party Parlour
2. Rainbow Paper Garland $15.50- Magical Parties
3. Invitations $18.95/15- Peppermint Sunday
4. Baking Cups $7.50/20- Sweet Celebrations
5. Bamboo Spoons $10.50/20- Little Red Chick
6. Glass Bottle $3.60- Little Red Chick
7. Cake Pops $P.O.A.- Its a Cake Thing
8. Paper Cups $6.50/10- The Party Parlour
9. Paper Plates $6.50/10- The Party Parlour
10. Paper Straws $6.95/25- Love The Occasion
11. Ice Cream Cups $6.95/12- Piece Of Cake Parties
12. Ice Cream Cakes $P.O.A.- Sweetheart Party Extras

13. Cake Stands $99.95/22cm- Sweet Style

14.Fizzoes $12.95/1kg- The Party Parlour

15. Gift Tag $6.95/12- Party And Co

16. Cookie Mix Jars $14.95- Sweet Health

17. Cupcake Box $5.95/6- Little Red Chick

18. Lolly Bags $12.95/10- Ruby Rabbit

19. Mini Confetti $8.95- Love The Occasion

 

Thank you again to Rebecca of Little Sweet Styling. If you want a similar board put together for your next event, e-mail Rebecca at littlesweetstyling@gmail.com