Asa’s party was SO FUN. I can’t get over how much I enjoyed it. I’ve already written 1 of 3 posts about his party and will be sharing it tomorrow. (It’s about the FOOD!) But today, I wanted to give you the inspiration for the party. Of course, we did an ACE party, like I said because we call Asa ACE pretty regularly. And because ACE is equal to a ONE in cards. (I know, a pirate party seemed the most appropriate, but how often can you do a casino-playing card party for a kid? Pirate party is next year!)
Anyway, here are the Top Ten Blogs, Posts and Ideas that Inspired Me To Do an Ace Party:
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1. Card Garland at The Long Thread
I saw this post a looong time ago. Even before Asa was born and this card garland image always stuck with me. So, I scoured the internet until I found it again. The party is based on Alice in Wonderland. It is just the most precious, fun, grown-up, whimsical party. I love it. Plus, she has some great free printables to add to the day!
2. Alice in Wonderland Party from Lark & Lola
Another super cute and very creative party for a little girl. It was so fun it’s making me want to do an Alice Party for Lydia now! Lark & Lola even have a tutorial up for one of the cutest decorations from the party: a Red & White Rose Wreath!
3. Jackpot. A Digital Scrapbooking Kit from Britt-ish Designs.
I’ve linked to her before because her Disney kits are to die for. This Jackpot kit is all Vegas all the time—but has some adorable Ace papers and embellishments. And for $5, this kit really IS a jackpot!
4. Annabelle in Wonderland from Jessica Claire Photography. OK, I didn’t really get any ideas from this post. But it is just SO PHENOMENAL that you must see it. It makes me fall in love with Alice. I wish I had been invited to this party!
5. Cupcake Toppers from TomKat Studios.
Of course, I’ve seen cupcake toppers before. And love them. But TomKat Studios has a great idea–she has a few different themes to choose from. You buy it, she personalizes it with your initial and age. Then you print it at home! How smart is that?
6. Photo Booth from Simply Radiant.
A homemade photo booth. Oh my goodness gracious sakes alive. How do I love this? I could not even count the ways. And how fun do these people look?! I love them!
7. Candy Bar from “B” is for Birthday at Its Come To This.
I’ve seen this idea a few times for baby showers. But this birthday party had a similar color theme. So, it really inspired me! I mean, who doesn’t like picking out their own candy?!
8. You’re An Ace Thank You Cards from AlexKeller’s Etsy Shop.
9. Alice In Wonderland Invitations from VivaLaViolette’s Etsy Shop. Yeah, my brother does a pretty good knock-off, huh?
10. This little guy. My Ace. My One and Only. On his first birthday.
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Well, you’ll just have to wait and see which ideas I really did steal from these awesome blogs and shops. I’ve always heard the secret to creativity is concelaing your source. Guess I’m not that creative then, huh? I can’t wait to show you everything we did because the party was great! (If you’re not subscribed to my blog, why don’t you do that now? Then you won’t miss a post!)
{Wanna see the REAL Ace Party? Here’s the Ace Food, the Ace Games, the Ace Decor and the Ace Invitations!}
And what a great party it was!!
.-= mandi @ its come to this´s last blog ..Conversations with a four year old =-.
Sounds like such a fun birthday party!
.-= Amy @ Finer Things´s last blog ..Preparing for Fall =-.
Sounds like it was a lot of fun! Can’t wait to hear more about it.
.-= AmyG´s last blog ..Top Ten Tuesday – Blog Posts =-.
I have to see the photo booth pictures! That would be hilarious!!
And I’m all for the candy table! Brilliant, I think. My cousin and fabulous wife did this at their wedding reception with their “colors” {not blush and bashful}, and it was great!! I loved it!!
That little man is adorable! BIG man, I should say!!
.-= Hillary @ The Other Mama´s last blog ..Video Killed the Radio Star:: My Fall TV Lineup =-.
I love the invitations and am looking forward to seeing the pictures! I’m sure it was amazing–hope you are doing well and not too wet from all the rain!
.-= vanessa´s last blog ..Top Ten Tuesday: Things I do now that I’m a mom =-.
Perfect timing! We’re planning our son’s second birthday party now and I have been looking for more inspiration. Looks like its going to be a “Wubbzy” themed party (one of his favorite characters, and my 4 year old’s idea) but I’m still looking for ideas – will be visiting these links today! Happy Top 10 Tuesday, and Happy Birthday Asa!
.-= Lauren´s last blog ..Top 10 Tuesday: Fall Favorites! =-.
Very fun!!! Please tell me you did the photo booth!!!! I still can’t believe Asa is 1…
It looks like it was a phenomenal party!
I bookmarked that digital scrapbooking site – it looks like fun!
.-= Janna´s last blog ..Top Ten Tuesday: Websites I Visit Most =-.
Aaaahhh!! The suspense is killing me!!
(What fun inspiration, though!)
.-= Brandi´s last blog ..It’s New To Me: Flickr & Picnik =-.
I love the photo booth idea! Just this week, I saw some similar pictures from a friend’s wedding – they had one set up at their reception!
.-= Jeni´s last blog ..Top Ten Tuesday: Fall Favorites =-.
Too cute! I can’t wait to see photos, especially ones of my personal favorite part of birthdays — cake!
.-= Mary-Carolyn´s last blog ..Teaser Tuesday — Graceling =-.
Can’t believe how big he’s getting!!
Sorry for my lame-o post today. This week is crazy busy and I’ve had little time to blog. Still love me?
.-= Heather @ Not a DIY Life´s last blog ..Meeting Friends =-.
such great stimulation Happy Birthday to the little one
Yay for birthdays. I just wish I had been a little work awake through the whole thing. Did you see me and Les’ photo booth pic? He was Playmate of the year.
What cute ideas. I’m thinking that one of my kids must have a party like this next year!
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