ROARsome Dinosaur Party Ideas

Is it just me, or have Dinosaurs become less scary and more trendy of late?

Prehistoric and scary or cool and friendly, kids love them and it makes a great birthday party theme for all ages and for both boys and girls alike. Bold primary colours, pretty pastels, jungle foliage or patterns – they’ve got it all going on! Even making very cool plant or flower holders as centrepieces!

 

So if you have a Dinosaur-loving mini in the house, we’ve found some fun new ideas for planning a modern day and ROARsome dinosaur party. Remember to CLICK on any image to be taken to where to find that item.

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Dinosaur Party Invitations

Custom printed or fill in with your own details, invitations are a great way set the scene for a fun-filled party of ROARsome adventures, and your colour palette for decorating on the day.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dinosaur Party Decorations

For a more modern dinosaur party theme, keep colours in a bold, monochrome or pastel palette and introduce pops of metallics and props. Or for an older age group, you can’t go past a jungle set up with lots of greenery and natural textures.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dinosaur Party Tableware

Treat your party of hungry dinosaurs to a feast at a table their prehistoric friends would be in envy of with these fun and coordinated tableware finds.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dinosaur Party Sweet Treats

Don’t stop at the table with colour coordination! Style up a storm with dino-shaped cookies, cupcakes adorned with toppers or toys and of course an epic cake of prehistoric proportions!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dinosaur Party Favors

When it comes time for the dinosaurs to retreat back to their caves, send them on their way with a little thank-you for helping make it a ROARsome party.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Your dinosaur-loving mini is going to have a ROARsome adventure

 

 

 

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No it’s a superman party!

POW! Do we have a party to share with you today from one of our Sydney based members Sweet Heavenly Events & Party Hire

Using their amazing range of plinths, cake stands and kids chairs combined with their styling talent, Sweet Heavenly Events in Sydney were able to put together this superhero party which is truly out of this world!

I love how the clear plinths and ghost chairs really make the desserts, backdrop and decorations stand out! Plinths have become so on-trend lately and Sweet Heavenly Events have a range of plinths in various colours and shapes which are a must-see if you want plinths for your next dessert table!

They also provide styling services for those of you who want a stress free set-up time for your kids party!

Enjoy the amazing images below and find the full vendor list at the bottom of the blog post.

 

 

 

 

Theming the plinths and chairs using these decals is a fantastic way to truly customise a party setup!:

 

 

 

 

 

Balloon garlands for table centrepieces are another on-trend styling idea:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Are you ready to get planning for your child’s superhero party? Here are the vendors involved so you can source the above items or others to suit your child’s party theme!:

Vendor Credits:

Styled & All Props by Sweet Heavenly Events & Party Hire

Balloons by Bubble Moo Balloons

Cake & Cupcakes by Stella Bella Cupcakes 

Cake pops and Cookies by Popolate

Backdrop Design & Custom Paperie by Eve & Co.

Ghost Chairs Decal and all printing by Jo’s Signs by Design

Captured by ZOOM images

If you’re looking for amazing props, chairs and tables for your next kids party or any celebration in Sydney – make sure you browse the range at Sweet Heavenly Event & Party Hire ! They also provide styling services if you don’t want to DIY!

Visit their website to find out more.

 

Cactus Themed baby shower

Today we are showcasing another gorgeous Life’s Little Celebrations shoot from Issue 2 of our e-mag Celebrating Little One’s  – this time a gorgeous cactus themed baby shower styled by Silk and Cedar Events in Melbourne

They collaborated with a range of Life’s Little Celebration members to bring together this dreamy ‘Perfect pair’ cactus themed baby shower.  I hope the images inspire your own baby shower planning or other celebration planning with its unique details!

All the vendor details are listed at the end of this post:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vendors:

Stylist and planner – Silk and Cedar Events

http://silkandcedarevents.com.au/

Photographer – Marzena Photography Melbourne

https://www.marzena.com.au/portraits

Stationery and Artwork – ELK prints

http://elkprints.com/blog/

Venue – Mont Du Soleil

http://www.montdusoleil.com/contact.html

Flowers – Forget Me Not Floret

http://forgetmenotfloret.com/

Macrame cake, cactus cake, donuts and tarts – Taylor Made Gourmet

https://www.taylormadegourmet.com.au/catering

Pink ruffle cake and macarons – My Cake Studio

http://mycakestudio.com.au/

Perfect pair cake topper – A La Roch

http://www.alaroch.com.au/

Cookies – Petite Cookies

http://www.petitecookies.com.au/

Balloons + props – Tracey, Simply Beautiful Decorations and Balloons

https://www.facebook.com/simplybeautifuldecorationsandballoons/?ref=py_c

Partyware – Favor Lane Party Boutique

https://favorlaneparty.com/

Fairy Floss – Fluffy Crunch

https://www.facebook.com/fluffycrunch.au/

Hair and make up – Miss Aimmey

http://missaimmey.com/

 

Hope you enjoyed this truly gorgeous and unique baby shower! Contact any of the vendors above to source your own elements for your next celebration!

 

 

 

It’s a flamingle!

This is one kids party theme which never fails to be popular! Flamingos are the perfect theme especially for the warmer months and we have all your flamingo party inspiration, flamingo party decor and more from members of Life’s Little Celebrations!  (Interested in membership? If you’re an Australian small business then email lifeslittlec@gmail.com for more information. )

This is a theme which could be styled in many ways – whether you go bright and tropical or with a more pretty feel. Here is some inspiration to get you started:

 

 

 

 

Flamingo Party Invitation and Stationery

It all starts with an invitation which you can then follow through into any other party stationery. Love these fun flamingo party designs:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flamingo party decorations

Go bright and add touches of pink to bring out some Flamingle party fun in the styling and decorating of this kids party theme! Mix and match Flamingo partyware with colour specific party decorations or tropical partyware to give this party some real flamingo flair!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flamingo Party Tableware

Go pretty and pastel or bright and bold when it comes to the tableware for a flamingo party! We’ve rounded up some great finds you can use together to add some Flamingo touches or items to match in with a fun colour scheme!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flamingo Party: Cakes, Desserts and Cake decorating accessories

The little finishing touches can really help theme your party! Flamingo toppers and cake toppers can add a true flamingo feel to even the simplest of desserts!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For your Flamingo cakes and desserts, here are some of the amazing creations by Life’s Little Celebration members. Visit the Directory to find one in your state!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flamingo Party Favours:

Finish off the party with some cute flamingo party favours for the kids in colour themed favour bags!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

So are you ready to get your flamingle on? Remember to click any of the above images to be taken to that business to source the item you need and get your tropical party planning happening!

 

 

 

 

 

Beat the Festive Season Frazzle! 5 Ways to Get Organised for Christmas 2017

Christmas has a habit of sneaking up, doesn’t it? You’re cruising along feeling like you have all the time in the world and next thing you know, you’re elbowing crowds of shoppers out of the way on Christmas Eve. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Three months might seem like a long time from now but October is the perfect time to start planning for the festive season.

Read on to discover 5 ways to beat the Christmas rush this year thanks to Melbourne event planners Silk and Cedar Events & stationery designer Emma Smith Event Stationery:

 

1. Planning a Christmas event? Book it in NOW.

If you’re planning an event anywhere between October to the end of January, your number one priority is to lock in all the details now.

Venues and event vendors book months in advance especially during peak periods such as Christmas / New Year so planning early is the best way to secure your favourites. The Christmas peak season starts in mid-November and runs through to January.  Keep in mind that some vendors close during mid-December to the end of January of if you’re planning a party in these months, book early to avoid disappointment.

Events can be time-consuming and stressful to organise – especially in November and December when life tends to get frantically busy.

Choosing a Melbourne event planner to take care of your Christmas celebration or end of year function is the perfect way to reduce festive season stress.

Handing over the reins to a professional event planner gives you the time and space to enjoy watching your vision come to life with someone else juggling the catering, styling and all those little details that make an event truly memorable.

 

 

1. Choose a Stationary Designer to give your Christmas correspondence that special touch

Ditch generic Christmas cards this year and book a Melbourne stationery designer early to create a custom design to reflect your style. Or perhaps you require a complete stationery suite including Christmas party invitations, menus, place cards, tags, welcome signs and seating plans. A good stationery provider can assist with the current trends for this festive season and can design to any specification, theme and colour scheme.

Family portraits are a gorgeous way to personalise your Christmas stationery so be sure to book in a session with your preferred photographer now.

Mailing your Christmas cards early is important whether they’re for family and friends or corporate clients. Families go on holidays and businesses close for the Christmas period so send your festive greetings three weeks before December 25^th to ensure they’re received in time.

We #love a Christmas wish delivered by snail mail!

 

 

1. Travellers Take Note!

If you’re heading away this Christmas, here’s a handy list of things you don’t want to forget:

• – Book your flights and accommodation
• – Pay for visas
• – Check if travel vaccinations are required and book them in with your GP
• – Remember any medications that may be required for the trip including prescriptions or travel sickness aids
• – If you’re travelling on wheels, book your car in for a service and get the tyres checked
• – Make a list of the Christmas presents needed and don’t forget to pack them! Pop spare Christmas cards, tags and wrapping paper in for unforeseen gift emergencies
• – Keep the kids occupied with a special snack and goodie pack for the journey

 

 

 

1. Christmas Gifts: make a list and check it twice! 

Christmas can be an expensive time with seemingly endless people to buy for. By planning ahead and budgeting accordingly, you can avoid the stress of last minute over-spending. So make a list of everyone you’ll need to buy for and spend a moment thinking about a gift that they’ll really love. Christmas presents that have obviously been thoughtfully chosen needn’t cost a fortune.

 

 

 

Gift Hampers are a great idea to compliment the dedication and hard work of teachers, coaches and special helpers who have taken care of your family over the year. Gathering other parents to contribute means you’ll have more to spend on an extra-luxe hamper. Pre-order online for a hassle-free gift that can even be delivered.

An excellent way to keep the gift-giving budget down is with a Kris Kringle. Extended families, Mother’s Groups and workplaces can all benefit from the KK tradition by giving each participant only one person to buy for.

 

 

1. Avoid Christmas Day family conflict

Christmas celebrations have a reputation for wreaking havoc on family peace! So how can you avoid it? Planning early is the key to things running smoothly.

 

Co-ordinating who celebrates where and when can be fraught with drama when there are parents and in-laws and other extended family members to consider.

Make sure all parties have a say in where the celebration will be held and consider a one year on, one year off approach to make it fair for both sides of your family. And to take the pressure off the host, why not ask guests to bring a platter?

This creates a family grazing table which is an informal and more relaxed affair for everyone. Head off tensions between particular family members by setting place cards for your Christmas lunch or dinner.

 

 

Large families can simplify gift-giving by having a Kris Kringle, and pre-planning some Christmas activities to keep the kids entertained buys a little extra peace for the grown-ups who traditionally need a nap after all that food!

So there you have it. Some sanity savers in the lead-up to Christmas 2017. And don’t forget, if you’re planning a party and just don’t have the time to handle all the arrangements yourself, a professional event planner and stationery designer are just two of the celebration specialists who are there to make your special occasion perfect!