That's a wrap for the DIY party stands. I hope you've enjoyed seeing more of the details that went into each. I'll be eternally grateful to Jaime for sharing her talents with me and making this party such a success.
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DIY 3 Bin Stand
You've seen the patisserie and the dress up boutique. Closing out the series is simple but functional 3 bin storage unit that That's My Letter built to house the make your own stuffed animal activity. This piece worked perfectly for its purpose but will make a great piece of toy storage going forward. Want to build your own? Pop over to That's My Letter for free plans and details.
That's a wrap for the DIY party stands. I hope you've enjoyed seeing more of the details that went into each. I'll be eternally grateful to Jaime for sharing her talents with me and making this party such a success.
That's a wrap for the DIY party stands. I hope you've enjoyed seeing more of the details that went into each. I'll be eternally grateful to Jaime for sharing her talents with me and making this party such a success.
DIY Pretend Play Dress Up Boutique
The star of Aggie's Paris Pretend Play birthday party were 3 pretend play stands that I worked with the amazing Jaime of That's My Letter to create. Unlike the patisserie stand which was rather simple, the Dress Up Boutique was taken to a whole new level by Jaime's design. Not only did it house and display dress up costumes and accessories but it had lots of charm with a scalloped awning and mullioned window. I just loved it!
The cubbies displayed kid sized sunglasses, costume jewelry and other accessories that couldn't be hung while the rack had several of Aggie's favorite dress up costumes and capes for all the kids to enjoy.
Want to build your own? That's My Letter has generously shared the plans to recreate one for your own fashionista!
The cubbies displayed kid sized sunglasses, costume jewelry and other accessories that couldn't be hung while the rack had several of Aggie's favorite dress up costumes and capes for all the kids to enjoy.
Want to build your own? That's My Letter has generously shared the plans to recreate one for your own fashionista!
DIY Play Patisserie Stand
After sharing some photos of Aggie's birthday party this week, I wanted to highlight the star of the show - the DIY pretend play stands.
The idea for them is what convinced me this party theme would be perfect for the three year old set. The only problem was just how was I going to get all of this done? Enter the amazing Jamie of That's My Letter who so kindly offered to help design and build them out of the kindness of her extremely big heart. And the love doesn't stop there - she is kind enough to share her hard work with everyone who wants to DIY their own little patisserie (or supermarket, pet store, jewelry store, whatever) by sharing the build plans here.
She had no idea just how much I needed the help at that particular time so it was an especially wonderful treat. Needless to say she did a much better job than I could have ever done in a million years. Now on to the details. Today's focus is on the Patisserie stand which was the more simple build but ended up being Aggie's favorite.
After Jaime had done the hard work of building them perfectly I got to work finding the perfect shade of minty green as an homage to ultimate french patisserie, Laduree. The awning was painted in black and finished with gold letters.
Finally the finishing touches of the pretend sweets brought it home. Almost everything was from HABA's Biofino line including the Bread Loaf, Crepe Set, Assorted Cookies, Petit Fours, Sweet Pastries, Sweet Muffins, and Apple Pie. To say this whole thing was a hit would be a big understatement. And even sweeter is ever since the party, Aggie has asked what I'd like from the bakery as she takes a few minutes to make me a little treat everyday. I'm so happy with how it turned out, I hope you'll be inspired to make your own.
Stay tuned for more details on how the other two play stands came together later this week.
The idea for them is what convinced me this party theme would be perfect for the three year old set. The only problem was just how was I going to get all of this done? Enter the amazing Jamie of That's My Letter who so kindly offered to help design and build them out of the kindness of her extremely big heart. And the love doesn't stop there - she is kind enough to share her hard work with everyone who wants to DIY their own little patisserie (or supermarket, pet store, jewelry store, whatever) by sharing the build plans here.
She had no idea just how much I needed the help at that particular time so it was an especially wonderful treat. Needless to say she did a much better job than I could have ever done in a million years. Now on to the details. Today's focus is on the Patisserie stand which was the more simple build but ended up being Aggie's favorite.
After Jaime had done the hard work of building them perfectly I got to work finding the perfect shade of minty green as an homage to ultimate french patisserie, Laduree. The awning was painted in black and finished with gold letters.
Finally the finishing touches of the pretend sweets brought it home. Almost everything was from HABA's Biofino line including the Bread Loaf, Crepe Set, Assorted Cookies, Petit Fours, Sweet Pastries, Sweet Muffins, and Apple Pie. To say this whole thing was a hit would be a big understatement. And even sweeter is ever since the party, Aggie has asked what I'd like from the bakery as she takes a few minutes to make me a little treat everyday. I'm so happy with how it turned out, I hope you'll be inspired to make your own.
Stay tuned for more details on how the other two play stands came together later this week.
Pretend Paris Birthday Party
I like to think we did a nice shindig for Aggie's Baby, It's Cold Outside 1st birthday party but last year I was just not feeling so inspired and she really had no idea so we decided to skip it altogether. This year was very different - she is hip to all the birthday fanfare so I got to thinking on a theme. We decided to go with a pretend play Paris themed party (Oui! Aggie is 3!) - not only because she has a love of the sparkly eiffel tower (she is positive every tower is THE eiffel tower -whatever!) but also because pretend play at this age is just about the cutest thing ever.
The centerpiece of the pretend play were three play stations - a patisserie, a dress up boutique and a make your own stuffed animal menagerie station. I had plans to build them myself until the amazing That's My Letter offered to lend a hand. I could hardly believe my luck! (But more on that next week where I'll share lots more details on each). The kids absolutely loved them.
Of course I had to stick with the theme for kids ands adults alike. The menu included a crepe bar, french wine and lots of french desserts.
The birthday girl had a blast! We had almost 30 kids here and each seemed to find something to enjoy. (I will spare you a photo of the party underway or the aftermath as it looked like a toddler rave!) But I think everyone had fun so it makes all the work totally worth it.
Stay tuned for more details on how to DIY those play stations next week.
The centerpiece of the pretend play were three play stations - a patisserie, a dress up boutique and a make your own stuffed animal menagerie station. I had plans to build them myself until the amazing That's My Letter offered to lend a hand. I could hardly believe my luck! (But more on that next week where I'll share lots more details on each). The kids absolutely loved them.
Of course I had to stick with the theme for kids ands adults alike. The menu included a crepe bar, french wine and lots of french desserts.
The birthday girl had a blast! We had almost 30 kids here and each seemed to find something to enjoy. (I will spare you a photo of the party underway or the aftermath as it looked like a toddler rave!) But I think everyone had fun so it makes all the work totally worth it.
Stay tuned for more details on how to DIY those play stations next week.
Coordinated Play Kitchen | Die Ugly Toys Die
The summer is coming to a close and so is the Die Ugly Toys guest series. But this last one is a great for so many reasons. It's hard not to love a custom play kitchen but Morgan of Pepper Design Blog crafted one that coordinates beautifully with her actual kitchen. Now her little girl can be just like mom and dad!
She also built this one using various bits and bobs from Ikea so it's truly custom built. Stop by Pepper Design Blog for all the details. She has even broke down the step by step directions of how you can make your own.
Hope you've enjoyed this guest series as much as I have. Do you have a DIY toy to share and want to be featured? Drop me a line.
Want more inspiration? Check out previous weeks #dieuglytoysdie features.
She also built this one using various bits and bobs from Ikea so it's truly custom built. Stop by Pepper Design Blog for all the details. She has even broke down the step by step directions of how you can make your own.
Hope you've enjoyed this guest series as much as I have. Do you have a DIY toy to share and want to be featured? Drop me a line.
Want more inspiration? Check out previous weeks #dieuglytoysdie features.
Simply Pretty Play Table | Die Ugly Toys Die
Sometimes a great project can be super simple as illustrated in this week's Die Ugly Toys, Die!
Gemma of the The Sweetest Digs found an ikea play table for a steal and put just a little bit of paint of paper on it to make it a lovely element of her daughters beautiful nursery. Sometimes less really is more. Pop over The Sweetest Digs to read all about it.
Want more inspiration? Check back every Thursday for a new installment or check out the past weeks' features below.
I have lots of other great #dieuglytoysdie projects to share with you for this summer series - I hope you love them as much as I do. Want your project to be featured? Drop me a line.
Gemma of the The Sweetest Digs found an ikea play table for a steal and put just a little bit of paint of paper on it to make it a lovely element of her daughters beautiful nursery. Sometimes less really is more. Pop over The Sweetest Digs to read all about it.
Want more inspiration? Check back every Thursday for a new installment or check out the past weeks' features below.
I have lots of other great #dieuglytoysdie projects to share with you for this summer series - I hope you love them as much as I do. Want your project to be featured? Drop me a line.
DIY Play Tent Made From Shower Curtains | Die Ugly Toys Die
Time for another Die Ugly Toys, Die feature. Today's project is a now sew play tent - something every child would love to have and every mother won't need to kill herself to make. Win win! The always impressive Making Lemonade turned a couple of shower curtains and a hoola hoop into this easy to recreate fun zone.
Play tents are huge right now but the nicer ones don't come cheap - this is a great way to get the same look at a fraction of the cost. Pop over to Making Lemonade for all the details about how to create your own.
Want more inspiration? Check back every Thursday for a new installment or check out the past weeks' features below.
I have lots of other great #dieuglytoysdie projects to share with you for this summer series - I hope you love them as much as I do. Want your project to be featured? Drop me a line.
Play tents are huge right now but the nicer ones don't come cheap - this is a great way to get the same look at a fraction of the cost. Pop over to Making Lemonade for all the details about how to create your own.
Want more inspiration? Check back every Thursday for a new installment or check out the past weeks' features below.
I have lots of other great #dieuglytoysdie projects to share with you for this summer series - I hope you love them as much as I do. Want your project to be featured? Drop me a line.
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