Yesterday, we had a celebration for Eben’s 10th birthday. You probably already know how special Eben is to me! Really, he is a sweetheart and spending the day celebrating his 10th birthday was the perfect way to start the week.
This year we decided to host a surprise gathering of family members. Surprisingly, Eben said it was his favorite birthday ever – even though it was low-key! His face when he walked in the door and everyone shouted “Surprise!” was priceless.
The decorations were all from my craft closet – a yellow tablecloth (these wash up perfectly and can be used again and again), confetti and stripey hats that we have used for several parties and a handful of napkins leftover from a previous party was all that was needed! The gift wrap is either 100% recycled (unless the gifts were from family, then I am not sure) or reusable bags that we have used over and over again too! I made the tassel decorations hanging over the table with recycled tissue paper. I carefully took them down, so I can use them again in the future!
For each place setting, I used our everyday dinner plates, silverware and a wine glass filled with bubble gum. Our guests enjoyed Izze’s, organic lime rickeys, make your own organic sandwiches, coleslaw and potato salad. Easy Peasy and yummy too.
Eben wanted to help make his birthday cake this year (he is a big fan of those ultimate cake off shows). So, he and I spent Saturday afternoon making a hilarious shark cake made of organic pound cake and frosting. We used these all natural food colorings. Can you see the fishy in Mr. Sharks mouth?
One of Eben’s favorite birthday presents? This adorable set of organic stuffed elephants from Dandelion. Aren’t they adorable?
Do you host parties for your child’s birthday?
Do you prefer quiet parties with just close family and friends? Or huge blowouts?
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