Saida recently celebrated her 3rd birthday. In my opinion, 3 marks the year for the first official “friend party.” I was excited about this milestone for her, but admittedly torn about how to proceed. So I found myself with a choice to make, a {likely} stress producing, Pinterest and blog inspired, greatly satisfying, pat-myself-on-the-back party or just a plain ole’ party. I do really enjoy throwing a big, well-coordinated bash but it feels a bit more daunting these days… I think it helped to be single and childless, able to sleep and recover as much as needed.
So I did it. I went theme-less. That’s right, no theme, no coordinating handmade party goods, just a simple play-date style lunch, some pin the tale on the donkey, balloons and dollar store decorations.
And it was lovely! Everyone seemed to have a great time, and I wasn’t exhausted! YAY! Keeping it simple just may be the secret to surviving these baby years!
The invitations came out simple.simple.simple. They were really the beginning of my non-theme theme which sort of developed as I created them.
The doodle is hand drawn with fine tip sharpies. That’s it. 
Each one came out with it’s own unique swirly style. Saida did have one request… pink. Shocking. Who is this ultra-feminine child? She must get it from Ben’s side.
Just simple simple. I can see some potential to glitz them up. Maybe some glitter, or handwritten text. Feel free to copy and update this idea, I was thinking of so many variations as I worked them, I would love to see how they can be improved!
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Oh and with all my extra time, I was able to make her cake and frosting from scratch. This was a first for me. Thanks to Sweetapolita they were totally yummy… and funfetti.
One thing that was planned from the start… I had to make our traditional ice cream come cupcakes… A family birthday treat dating back to my grandmother… Remember when you used to bring baked goods to school on your birthday before allergies and things got so crazy? This was my go to… Every.Year. I just loved the novelty.
Saida has already requested them for next year 🙂
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