Saturday morning, as we set the table, tied ribbons and fanned napkins, Stefan mused, “Don’t you think this seems a bit excessive?”
To which I replied, “Oh this is nothing. Wait ’til you see what I have planned for your sweet sixteen party.” 😉
But Fancy Nancy is all about excess (and if you haven’t read those books I’m sorry for you) so we planned a super-fancy-trancy scrumcilicious soiree’.
Mary flitted about the table, scattering candy, hoisting tiny umbrellas and gushing over and over, “Thank you, Mom. Thank you. I can’t believe how fancy it is! Oh Mom, you are doing so good.” (she sounded surprised)
My great-grandmother’s china descended from the upper shelf. Because what use are pretty things if we don’t use them? But the glasses are plastic because a. I’m not that foolhardy and b. we don’t drink wine.
Tissue paper transformed into giant blossoms (so easy– instructions here).
Humble lollies became a charming bouquet.
And Little Debbies Snackcakes morphed into ooh-la-la petit fours.
But our lavish decor paled in comparison to our gorgeous guests.
And our dashing wait staff.
Miss Elle chose the valentine mouse over pastries. She’s a wise little one.
Erik reigned over the games.
It’s hard to know who had more fun. The girls or Hansie?
On to more posh proceedings: corsages,
painted nails,
and blossom headbands.
favorites from the photobooth
And presents. Oh glorious gifts!
I wanted to save the cake for a gathering the next day so we had parfaits for dessert. OK, maybe everything they ate was dessert.
Is there anything cuter than little girls eating icecream?
Finally the cake!
Maybe it was excessive. Just a bit.
Jeanelle
This looks like the most fantastically fancy party ever!! Lucky Mary and good job, Mom!
Sue
She loved it.
They loved it.
(I loved it.)
Even her brothers loved it.
=)
PS. In my book, that much lovin’ it spells success!
Azúcar
Oh my goodness, that was SO SWEET!
I loved every frame.
Azúcar
p.s. brilliant idea to use Little Debbies at petit fours.
Kerri
I don’t dare show these pictures to my girls. If word got out that there are moms like you, there’d be trouble over here. That’s for SURE. SO SO SO darling.
ashli
fancy, yes! but oh so fun!
Selwyn
I was telling my Mum today about all your birthdays falling so close together, and she said “And I bet Utah [that’s your name to her =)] I bet Utah does something spectacular for ever single birthday!”
That is one spectacular birthday party!
Gorgeous photos (of course) and wait staff (tres formidable!) and Erik.. that hat! =0
Hope you get as much obvious love on your birthday luvie!
Michelle
My fave was seeing those boys dressed up and ready to serve. Laughed out loud with glee at THEIR glee to be there for their sister.
I see these posts and I remember a conversation we had once. You ARE a good mom, friend. And your family is an inspiration, so keep on lovin’ – and lovin’ it, right? 🙂
sarah
excessive? Maybe. But looks perfect for a six year old birthday. WIsh I had a little girl at that one- too fun.
Tracy
Not too much.at.all. Just perfect I would say.
xoxo,t
Annie
Oh, she’ll remember that for ages.
So wonderful. Birthday Party Month must be exhausting for you!
Christie
You are the BEST. MOM. EVER.
And what does it say about me that I want to go to a party like that?
The Planet Pink
Ah, miss Mary is a girl after my own heart. Fancy, indeed.
Adri
So, so fun! With only one girl around, excess is the name of the game, right?
Chelle
perfection. so glad katherine could be a part of it! : )
Kim
What a totally fab party! Mary is one lucky little girl to have all those adorable big brothers. 🙂
Mathmom and family
It makes me want to move to Utah and be Mary’s bestest friend just so I can go to a party like this. Love it!
Trainer Momma
OH MY GOSH. That was mind boggling! It’s like you’ve been saving all these fantastic girl ideas for years and your lucky gal gets them ALL! What talent — where does it end? Holy cow, if I show my daughter this she’d be booking a flight to your house ASAP. That should seriously be in a magazine. It is totally adorable!
Bonnie
My brother read this post over my shoulder, all the while chattering, “Man, I wish I could be there!!! Ooh, those treats look amazing!!! *Laugh* Look at those waiters!!! Oh my gosh! I want to be there!”
🙂
Linn
I cannot stand how cute that party is! *Sigh* I loved every single bit of it.
Malisa
This post in all it’s glory just made me put up my own post (where I talk about you – sorry!). Anyhow, the party is amazing and only to be rivaled by the pictures of it!!