A Party For a Little Princess

Rowe had her 3rd birthday party over the weekend! A couple of months ago she started to request a Sophia the 1st party. I was a little surprised by her choice because she had just started to show interest in the show. I asked her what she liked about Sophia and her immediate answer was James, Sophia's brother. Then she added in the sweetest little voice, "Brennan is my James." Of course my heart melted, and so a Sophia party was planned!

We decided to use our church so there were no weather worries this year. In case you didn't know, for the past four years the weather for this week in August has had below normal temps (nice) and wet (not so nice for outdoor parties) weather. Also, I have these parties down to a little formula: main table, kid tables, coloring table, let the kids play...so it was also pretty easy for mom.

We had several little princess friends and four knights to protect them. They played in a cardboard castle and danced to Disney music, fought with pool noodle swords, and batted balloons because all parties need balloons. The birthday girl enjoyed every part!

A Vintage Picnic Party!

I had so much fun with Rowe's birthday party! What is more fitting for a southern little lady, born in late summer, than a vintage picnic in the backyard! Especially when you have a vintage nursery, and a vintage name.

The theme started with a well loved quilt from my paternal grandmother, and it's main colors of pink, red, and blue. Then I found feed sack tablecloths made by my maternal grandmother that coordinated perfectly. I used vintage quilts, tables, and serving pieces collected by Mom and I over the years. I added in festive red and pink balloons to match Rowe's fun personality, and bright zinnias for a girly touch.

The day couldn't have been better! The weather was pretty great for August, and Rowe was as happy as ever. No doubt from looking back at the pictures, she enjoyed her special day. A special thanks to Julie for the wonderful cakes, and my friend Alyson for the photography!

sweet tea, water, and pink lemonade

We used the book Teddy Bears' Picnic for the guests to sign, as a keepsake

Family favors: cookie mix