We’re going to do something new around here, okay? If you’ve been reading along, you know I love a good celebration. And you know I love to dabble in a whole lot of everything artsy craftsy. My need to get elbow deep in frosting, fabric, and paper on a more regular basis has sparked the foundation for a new direction here at girl. Inspired. – Party Inspiration! Beginning today, I am going to be crafting up celebrations to share with you. I will put together a “look” centered around a theme, and then throughout the week, I’ll show you how to create many of the components of that look. Sound good? Exciting? Okay, then, here we go. First up…..a Vintage Circus Party – I couldn’t resist.
Glass Bottles with Red Striped Straws and Ribbon/Ticket Ties |
This party grouping includes:
- Colorful Striped, Three-Layer Cake
- Glass Beverage Bottles with Ribbons and Tickets – the tickets would be great for writing party guests’ names and they look super fun, too!
- Wooden Dowels with knots of colorful ribbons pinned to the top make quick and festive table decorations
- Cupcakes with a big swirl of fluffy icing and “cake pop” style cherries on top
- A Ruffled Party Hat to coordinate with the party theme and dress
- The Party Dress (here, a size 12-18 months) in a vintage-inspired blue floral bodice and yellow and white striped skirt, detailed with a rolled edge on the neck and sleeves, shirring around the neck and waist, and white pom detailing on the hem.
- Bright, red polka dot bags of Popcorn
- A Big Roll of Tickets
Circus Striped Cake |
Quick Shirred Circus Dress |
Ruffled Party Hat |
Over the next week, I’ll be sharing the how-to on the dress, hat, and the cake, as well as details on the fabric and where you can buy some of the party supplies I included.
Other posts for the Vintage Circus Party include:
Comments & Reviews
Falafel and the Bee says
Love it..and your blog! I just found out that I know your cousins. Small small world it is.
Keep on doing what you are doing!
Brilliant.
~Michelle
http://www.falafelandthebee.com
Heidi Ann says
Love this idea! Such a cute party idea 🙂
lovinsanta says
LOVE this idea. Your blog has such awesome inspiration and love the vintage feel. Thanks for taking the time to ‘TEACH’ us 🙂
Heather in IN
Sixty-Fifth Avenue says
Could that be ANY cuter??!! You have a gift my friend!
Liz says
So adorable, your parties always look beautifully done!
Rochel says
I love the party theme idea-very cute 🙂 I love everything you do!
Little Ella Lu says
What a lovely idea for a birthday party! I will have to keep it in mind!
Erin says
I am so exicted for this blog “series”. This party looks too cute and would be great for my daughter that is turning 2 years old this summer.
Cute!
Erin
Kimberly F says
Please let us know where you got those glass beverage bottles! I’ve been looking for those exact ones for my daughter’s birthday party and hadn’t found anything that was just right, but those are perfect.
Amy at Ameroonie Designs says
What a wonderful idea Stef! I think it’s the perfect thing to showcase all of your amazing skills- from sewing, to party planning and presentation. I’m thrilled to get to learn from you. 🙂
xoxo,
Amy
Jennifer says
I love your post on your girls parties and I am so excited that we get to see so many more party post/ideas/how-tos. My favorite thing is usually those fabulous party hats!
Vanessa Traylor says
Okay, I think I need that cute dress! 🙂 Could you include where you found those neat straws?
toots2u says
You make the most amazing things!!
Anonymous says
My best friend Lela in Albuquerque found your blog and sent me the link and I am so glad she did!! I have followed other blogs and it seems like they are more interested in selling what they make then inspiring others to create for themselves! You have taken what you do, and what you love, and are sharing it. That is a wonderful legacy! I think I have a new favorite! Thanks for the great ideas! I will enjoy seeing what you come up with!!
Tammy Franklin
angelparamedic@bellsouth.net
Chrislyn Lane says
What a neat party theme…I love how you interpreted it. Your blog is fabulous.