Kokeshi Doll Theme

I’ve seen some really cute Kokeshi doll parties lately which inspired this blog post! It is such a unique party theme to plan for incorporating cherry blossoms, florals, paper fans and parasols. I enjoyed finding the different items to bring this blog post together! I hope you enjoy it

As always don’t forget to visit the children’s party directory for all the vendors you need when planning your children’s celebrations!

 

Invitations/Printables

I love the styles and colours of these collections:

 

Kokeshi Kewt invitation and matching printables – I Will Invitations

 

Kokeshi printables – 2 Love Birds

 

My Little Kokeshi printables – Fairydust Stylish Stationery

 

Decorations

Parasols can be used creatively in this theme and there are a few different colours in this style available:

Parasols in various colours – Occasion by Design

 

If cherry blossoms will feature heavily in the decorations you could also use these cherry blossom parasols:

 

Cherry Blossom mini parasol – The Lantern Shop

 

Love these gorgeous cherry blossom lanterns which you can mix with other hanging decorations:

 

Set of 6 cherry blossom lanterns – The Little Big Company

 

Paper fans – Saffy and May

 

These gorgeous PAPER flowers would work as beautiful hanging decorations for this theme or you could attach some to branch decor to create a cherry blossom centrepiece:

 

Paper flowers – Hanging Pretty

 

A pretty wall decal such as this would work for a backdrop if you love it enough to use it somewhere in your house after the party:

Cherry blossom decal – Stickers Hut

 

Origami cranes work into this theme as well and if you don’t want to DIY you can find some on ETSY to use:

 

Origami crane garland – Kiss Kiss I luv this (ETSY)

 

 

These cute hanging Kimono dolls could be hung down as decorations:

Kimono doll hanging decorations – Party and Co

 

 

Tableware:

Pretty cherry blossom tablerunner:

 

Japanese blossom tablerunner – The Petite Party Company

 

Love this little noodle box and tag set which you could also use for favours:

Cherry blossom noodle box and tag – The Petite Party Company

 

This whole Wasara range is perfect for this theme:

Wasara plates, cutlery and bowls – Love the Occasion

 

Or use pink/red coloured tableware to tie in with cherry blossoms:

Pink floss plates – Sweet Celebrations

 

Two toned straws – Saffy and May

 

These floral straws would look lovely if you’re focusing on floral prints for this theme:

 

Floral paper straws – Just Party Supplies

 

Sweet Treats

This divine range of coloured candy jars would be perfect to bring that pop of colour to the candy bar at the party!:

 

Coloured candy jars – Stella Bella Cupcakes

 

Cute Kokeshi doll cookie cutter which you could use not just for cookies but to theme sandwiches or fairy bread as well:

 

Kimono doll cookie cutter – Party and Co

 

These pretty cupcake wrappers would help theme any cupcakes you are using:

 

Cherry Blossom cupcake wrapper – Stella Bella Cupcakes

 

These treat sticks are gorgeous to use for your cake pops!:

 

Floral treat sticks – The Papered Nest

 

ETSY has some sellers who make really cute cake topper keepsakes such as this Kokeshi peg doll. Perfect if you want to make your own cake but want a unique topper:

 

Kokeshi wooden peg doll cake topper – Abby Jac (ETSY)

 

Other themed items:

If you’re looking for some activities for the kids to do at the party, these kits are great to help the kids make their own kokeshi dolls to take home:

 

Kimono doll origami kit – Pepes Paperie

 

Wooden “paint me” kokeshi doll kit – Giggling Kids Craft

 

These mini fans would be perfect to help decorate favour packages or mini bottles perhaps?

Mini cherry blossom fans – The Little Big Company

 

For larger paper fans you could use for decorations or the kids to play with:

 

Silk fans – Favours Plus

 

Cherry blossom hand fans – Mi Bride and Groom

 

If origami isn’t your thing, buy pre-made origami cranes to use for decorations:

 

100 origami cranes – Artsy Origami

 

 

Favours

There are lots of Kokeshi doll items available which would make sweet party favours! Here are just a few however follow the links to find more in these stores:

 

Japanese doll pencils – The Petite Party Company

 

Kokeshi doll erasers – Kawaii Kids

 

 

Kimono dolls stationery set – Party and Co

 

This scalloped box would look great with a cherry blossom label or kokeshi themed printable attached:

 

Red scalloped favour box – Sweet Celebrations

 

Love these options to use for little finishing touches:

 

Kokeshi doll ribbon – Fabric Pixie

 

Cherry Blossom washi tape – The Scrapbook Store

 

Real Parties

If you’re after more inspiration, have a look at these fabulous real parties!:

 

Beautiful Little Kokeshi party by Fairydust Stylish Stationery featured on the Piece of Cake Parties and Celebrations blog

Cherry Blossom inspired Kokeshi party on the Little Big Company blog

Stunningly pretty Kokeshi doll party on Kara’s Party Ideas

Amazing Japanese ombre party by Sugar Coated Mama on Kara’s Party Ideas. Lots of inspiration!

Not a real party but some great DIY Japanese themed ideas on the Frog, Goose and Bear blog

 

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