Khensi and Seth's beach themed parties

I have celebrated Seth's first birthday with him with a gorgeous hot air balloon themed party and an aDORAble Fiesta for Khensi. This year my brief was simple. Mickey Mouse for Seth and Barbie for the birthday girl. Unlike last year when the parties were on separate days, in separate months, I had to find a way to make two very different themes work. And what better way than to 'tie them together' with a beach theme?
When I suggested this to the birthday mom she was thrilled and I have to say, we were very happy with the outcome. It was bright and fun for Seth and his pals, and girly-like and pretty for a little girl, just turned six.

Our birthday boy thoroughly enjoyed turning 'twodles' and Khensi was the belle of the [beach] ball

• What People Ate

  we had a build your own taco and wrap bar

• What People Drank

  loads of water and soft drinks, some bubbly and wine

• Desserts

  people helped themselves to the candy tables and we served birthday cake with tea and coffee

• Party Favors

  Mickey Mouse ears, beach buckets and spades, beach balls, sunglasses as well as little goodie bags to fill with sweets and cakes

• Activities / Games

  Mickey Mouse entertained the little ones, Barbie kept the girls enthralled, a face painter, jumping castle and huge play area

• Catherine Scott

  Photographer

  Catherine has quickly become my go-to person for photos. She gets amazing results and generally only uses natural light
  https://www.facebook.com/CatherineScottPhoto

• Candice Green

  Caterer

  Candice is a baker whose love of food can be tasted in every mouthful. Her cakes and baked goods are fresh and delicious
  https://www.facebook.com/pastryangel