fairy garden party

I'm smitten with pretty much all 'fairy garden' parties...there's something about that theme that brings out the little girl in me. This gem from TomKat studios is chock full of girly loveliness. I would imagine the lucky birthday girl Kate was in heaven. For much more, check out this 3rd birthday party here, here and here.

housewarming party

Cute yellow + white themed housewarming party from everyday obsession.

duh duh duh - duh

That's how I spell out that sound when something ominous is approaching. In this case, my 34th birthday- tomorrow. It is now official. I feel old. It might have something to do with the sleep-deprived, body altering year I've had- I'm hoping by this time next year I'll be facing 35 in better shape. But for now I'm looking forward to a day of relaxing and a small night time celebration with some friends.

p.s. I got a preview of Gen's sale- lots of things to drain my pocketbook and cheer me up for the 34th year!

photo via martha stewart

monster birthday

Carrie designed a chic monster bash for her son's 3rd birthday. I love the color palette and all the thoughtful details! More at stationery scoop.

update: link has been updated!

harry potter

Amazingly, this is the first Harry Potter party I've come across- and it's a winner! Check out the all of the activities for Nate's 7th birthday- a game of Quidditch, potion making, a 'sorting hat' (using a baby monitor to make it 'speak'), and a Golden snitch cake- which spilled out 'every flavor beans' when cut open. For more of Emily creative touches check out Martha Shmartha.