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Party Recap

I thought a gnome theme would be a whimsical idea for my daughter's first birthday, especially for those of us who grew up with David the Gnome. A summer party lent itself perfectly to garden gnomes and the flowers added a girlie touch. I designed the invite and all corresponding party signage, and used a red and white polka-dot pattern throughout, right down to the cupcakes and birthday girl's party dress.

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Party Highlights

  • Best Moment

    Seeing my grandmother loving on her nieces and the older kids having fun with the "babies."

  • Funniest Moment

    Kids playing with balloons.

  • Best Dressed

    The birthday girl, of course! In a polka dot dress purchased from Etsy and handmade matching headband.

  • What People Ate

    Cupcakes, rice krispie treats, candy, meatballs, sandwhiches, salads, chips and dips.

  • What People Drank

    Anything and everything! Wine and beer for the adults, sodas, and an array of juice selections for the kids.

  • Desserts

    Cupcakes, candy, rice krispie treats.

  • Party Favors

    Bags with costume jewelry, toadstool rings, gnome temporary tattoos, balls, and snacks.

  • Budget

    As little as possible! Dollar store finds, DIY projects, and using my own design skills for invitations, printing, and trimming.

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Party Helpers

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