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!

 

 

 

 

 

Pink & Gold Donut party

Today I am delighted to share with you the donut shop party featured in Issue 2 of Celebrating Little One’s Magazine, styled by Enchanted Party Hire

I’ve seen many gorgeous donut setups and often in pastel colours so it was wonderful to see a more unique take on this theme in the popular pink/gold colour trend of the moment!

 

Sit back and browse this gorgeous setting in pink and gold with a range of Life’s Little Celebration vendors contributing:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vendors:

Love something in particular from this shoot? Here are the talented vendors that made it happen!:

 

Enchanted Party Hire

Styling & Party Decor

www.enchantedpartyhire.com.au

Skylight Snapshots

Photography

http://www.skylightsnapshots.com.au/

SweetP Cakes and Cookies

Cake, Cookies & donuts

https://www.facebook.com/SweetPCakesandCookies

Cass’s Cake Pops

Cake Pops & Naked Cupcake Tier

https://www.facebook.com/casscakepops

Sweet Health

Cookie in Jar  “Donut forget to take and Bake me”

http://www.sweethealth.com.au

Favor Lane Party Boutique

Plates, Napkins, Straws, Cups & Gift Bags.

http://www.favorlaneparty.com

Fantasy Kids Parties

Milk Bottles, Straws, Confetti, Donut Coasters

http://www.fantasykidsparties.com.au

Glitter and Glue Designs

Donut boxes

https://www.facebook.com/glitterandgluedesigns/

Giggles & Grace Designs

Graphic Design – Backdrop, Invitation, Choc Wrappers, Bottle Wrappers & signs

http://www.gigglesandgracedesigns.com/

Balloons North Brisbane

Balloons Wreaths

http://www.balloonsnorthbrisbane.com

Wow Weddings & Events

Donut Wall

http://www.wowweddings.com.au

Kaivalya Designs

Donut Cupcake Picks

http://www.kaivalyadesigns.com.au

 

 

Meow! Kitty Cat party supplies

When did cats get so on-trend? I’m not sure and although I am more of a dog person than a cat lover…as far as party themes though – I am loving this cute theme!

Not convinced at how good this theme can be styled for a kids party? You may have seen the gorgeous Kitty Cat party featured in the Celebrating Little One’s magazine Issue 2? Here is some gorgeous inspiration for you!:

 

 

 

As you can see a Kitty cat party theme can be styled in various ways in any colour scheme!

 

 

 

We have focused on black and white for this blog post but you can definitely mix that in with pinks, peaches or any other colour you feel would work!

 

Kitty Cat party invitations

Invitations can inspire the whole look and colour scheme of your party! Here are some to get you started….

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kitty Cat Party Decorations

You won’t find a huge range of Cat party supplies in stores however to create the ultimate kitty cat feel to your party add some Cat themed decor mixed in with decorations to suit your colour scheme. Remember that the vendors on the LLC Directory can also create custom decor to suit any party theme!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kitty Cat Party Tableware

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kitty Cat Party – Desserts and Cake/baking accessories

Cat based desserts are the easiest way to theme a dessert table for this theme! Bakers can create custom desserts to suit whatever colour scheme and look you’re after and toppers and accessories help to keep everything coordinated:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Party Favours & Packaging 

 

 

 

 

Kitten Partywear:

The birthday child will have fun with these cat wear and accessories!:

 

 

 

 

 

So are you ready to get planning for this furry cute theme? CLICK on any of the images above to be taken to the business you can order that item from or visit the Directory to find more vendors you can use for this kids party theme!

 

 

 

 

Sweet Strawberry Party Supplies

 

 

If there’s one fruit that kids seem to gravitate towards, it’s strawberries.

Not only are they delicious, but they’re pretty as a picture, making them great inspiration for a summer birthday party.

From a casual picnic in the park with baskets of strawberry treats and coordinated plates and napkins, to a perfectly set table for Strawberry Shortcake fans – it’s a fun theme with minimal effort required, just plenty of red, white, green and strawberries!

So it is time to plan this berry sweet party and here’s our finds from the LLC vendors on the Directory to help get you started.

 

 

 

 

Strawberry Party Stationery

Add a little pink and some polkadots to your colour scheme for added sweetness!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Strawberry Party Decorations

Add interest to a simple colour palette with varying types of balloons, hanging decorations in all shapes and sizes. You’ll find lots of strawberry shaped items too!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Strawberry Party Tableware

Red and white looks great in stripes or polkadots, and don’t be afraid to mix and match!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Strawberry Party Sweet Accessories

Not that strawberries need any help on the dessert table, but a few cakes and treats disguised as them won’t go astray!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Strawberry Party Favors

Package up something sweet in these cute favour bag options:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Strawberry Party Favourites

Even as a guest, everyone can embellish in a little strawberry fun with these great finds!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ceramic painting is a fantastic activity for the slightly older aged child and these strawberry options from Pinta Craft means you can keep the activity themed to match!:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some cute Strawberry birthday outfits for the birthday girl!

 

 

 

 

 

 

So are you ready to style this sweet strawberry party? Hope these party supplies and ideas get you started…but visit the Directory to discover more amazing vendors who can also create something custom to match a strawberry party theme.

 

 

 

Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about an event stylist!

Ever wondered what an Event Stylist actually does? Have you considered booking a stylist but aren’t sure if it would suit your type of event?

Today we chat to the talented Lopa of Pumpkin Carriage Events in Sydney and find out about the inner workings of an Event Stylist!

Why engage an event stylist?

If you want to have flawless decor to give that WOW factor to your celebration, then you need to engage an event stylist. But…. that’s not the entire package that an event stylist brings to your party. We save you time, money and bring you a pool of resources, knowledge and experience.

In our busy days and lives, we have to master our to-do lists and excel at prioritising. Sometimes having huge work and family commitments means that you can’t be completely committed to designing a fabulous event that will make memories forever. Now imagine an individual or a business whose bread and butter is solely to prioritise your event and give it the full and undivided attention that it needs. Bringing an event stylist on board for your event means that not a single detail is missed and no effort is spared in bringing your theme and your style to life.

Apart from saving you time, an event stylist will also save you a lot of money. Stylists are not inexpensive, but they are very efficient with their costs. On your budget spreadsheet, it may seem like it is an extra cost, but in reality engaging a stylist will bring you massive savings. A good stylist will know how to set the scene for a stylish and memorable celebration whilst maximising your budget. A stylist knows where to cut back without compromising the style and where to splash out to create that WOW factor for your celebration, bringing you value for money.

Finally, an event stylist brings a wealth of experience and a pool of expertise to your event. Whether you are planning your child’s first birthday or an upcoming wedding, remember a stylist would have styled and organised numerous of them in the same year. Every stylist has their own database of experienced and skilled vendors, and the stylist knows which of those vendor’s knowledge and expertise will bring the best value to your event.

 

As an event stylist, what aspects of the event do you coordinate?

As a stylist, our focus is on the décor and style of your event, including venue styling, dessert tables, bar and drink stations, entrance styling and guestbooks and much more. Your event is unique to you and we believe that it should tell your story.

Our focus is getting to know you and what you want to achieve from your event, so that we can set the scene and add your personal touches in designing the perfect celebration. People come together to celebrate a milestone or a happy occasion and it is always a delight for the host and guests to walk into a party space that is styled to heighten the mood for celebration.

Can you talk us through the process of what happens if I was to book with you for an event? 

Once you receive a quote and are happy with it, you can book us by paying a deposit, which locks in the date of your event in our calendar.

During the quoting process, we ask a lot of questions about your event so that we can provide you with a tailored quotation to suit what you need for your event. For example, you don’t need to be quoted for a marquee if you don’t need it!

By the booking stage we have a fair idea of the kind of look, feel and style you may want for your event. Once booked, we ask for your preferred colour palette, and then we buzz away behind the scenes planning, coordinating, organising all that is required to design and set up a mesmerising party space. Yes, it is a lot of work, but we love it!

Our team will design, create and set up the party space at your venue before your party begins so all that’s left for you to do is pick your fabulous outfit and host your party!

How should someone decide whether to DIY or book an event stylist?

The key deciding factor in DIY vs hiring an stylist is time and expertise. Do you have the time to design and create styling pieces, source unique décor features, cakes, desserts, personalised items, source props, pick up and drop offs from multiple locations to and from the event venue, and the list could continue on.

As an event styling company our team’s time and expertise is dedicated to doing all of those things for you, so that you can dedicate your time to work and family commitments.

It’s like doing your taxes on your own as opposed to engaging an accountant. Sure, its easy enough to lodge taxes online on our own, but an experienced accountant has the expertise to find you creative ways to get more bang for your buck!

What happens if someone doesn’t know if they can afford an event planner? Do stylists have a range of packages they can tailor to suit various budgets?

There is a range of event stylists in the market with a wide spectrum of pricing and inclusions. There are those who provide stock standard pricing and inclusions, and those who provide tailored pricing to suit what the client needs. Essentially, what you need to consider is firstly what is your budget and what is your expectation from that budget in terms of the style you want to achieve. As with all products and services, style and quality go hand-in-hand with price.

Approximately how many hours of work would go into an event such as a first birthday ? 

After styling many first birthdays, it now takes us an average of 15 to 20 hours from concept and development to coordination, to styling and setting up an event. Of course every event is different and exact timings depend on the event however this is a rough estimate.

On average 4 to 5 hours of this is spent in styling, setting up the scene for the event at the venue with a team of 3 to 4 staff, and at least 1 to 2 hours packing up after the event.

The pre-event preparations such as design briefs and proofs for vendors, sourcing and booking of props, cakes, and desserts take up almost 6 to 8 hours depending on the style and complexity required. For example, when we are creating a unique and innovative prop or accessory for an event, it takes longer in design and testing process, before we include it for your event.

Travel time can take up almost 6 to 8 hours depending on the event requirements, as we travel all over Sydney to source the appropriate vendors to match the skills required for your event. This involves picking up, delivering to the venue and returning items such as props, signage, printed items, cakes and desserts, flowers, decorative items and much more.

These time estimates are only rough guides as each event is unique and therefore timing will depend on the specific requirements you need.

 

Tell us about the day in the life of an event planner /stylist/! 

A day in my life absolutely has to start with a strong cup of ‘chai’ made the traditional way, which I sip while packing lunch and serving breakfast for my cherubs.

Then begins the school routine and drop offs. Once the kids are in their happy place, I get into mine.

This includes providing design briefs, booking vendors for upcoming events, sourcing props (mostly on the road), going to see clients for consults, and so on until close of business, with the evenings free to enjoy some time with my gorgeous family.

 

 

What doesn’t an event stylist do? 

A stylist is responsible for the décor and style of the event, mainly setting the scene for your celebration. As an event stylist we usually don’t stay for the duration of the event to ensure everything runs smoothly and coordinate with venue staff and guests. This is usually what an event planner would do.

Thank you Lopa of The Pumpkin Carriage events for providing us more insight into the services of an event stylist!

All the beautiful events showcased in this blog post were styled by The Pumpkin Carriage events with photography by Captured by Kirri.

If you want to discuss your event further with The Pumpkin Carriage events you can find their website here