Tuesday, November 29, 2011
the no party birthday party
My favourite way to celebrate a birthday is to keep it a simple little affair. Just the five of us. A cake was whipped up that day, complete with a quick icing and five minute, old golden book mini bunting. (I used this recipe, doubled, substituting a little of the butter with coconut oil) A few cards, a crown from the kids and a simple present was all that was really needed. Though, to be honest, it does go a little over their head at this age. Older brother and sister certainly enjoyed the little party though. And one day, I expect Miss Violet will very much enjoy looking over her birthday photos.
Thank you to all those lovely birthday wishes yesterday. You really made our day!
Labels:
baking,
family life,
food,
home,
kids,
kids craft,
simplifying
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Too cute! Love the bunting flags x
ReplyDeleteThe ONLY way to celebrate a 1st birthday I think! Happy Birthday!
ReplyDeletegorgeous! Looks like the perfect first birthday!
ReplyDeleteSounds like the perfect birthday at any age.
ReplyDeleteViolet looks intrigued by the crown, such beautiful photos. x
hi! :) happy birthday to your cute cute baby! i rely like your blogg, so glad i found it! your party sounds like fun!
ReplyDeleteHow lovely! They need so little at that age, so nice to see a birthday that honours that x
ReplyDeleteHappy first birthday beautiful Violet! The day looks perfect x
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a super party and I love all the handmade touches :)
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Ah, how cute is that mini bunting on the cake?! Small gatherings at home are a lovely way to celebrate special moments like these. Beautiful pictures. :)
ReplyDeleteCute baby, delicious looking cake, clever no-party party but what you do really well is - the photo's!!
ReplyDeleteSimply stunning photography, Tania! Every time you post I'm amazed at your lovely 'snaps'. x x
I think it all looks just lovely...the homemade wrapping paper is a treat and who doesn't love marble cake and pink gooey icing!!
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Yum! the cake looks good, I love the bunting too. So simple and sweet. Please email me your address. I have a little something for the birthday girl. x
ReplyDeleteThe perfect way to celebrate a 1st birthday I say.
ReplyDeleteDid she enjoy her cake?
I adore the cake with the bunting! It all looks so pretty, she is a lucky little girl to have such a creative mama. The little bird puzzle is very cute too.
ReplyDeletepink and perfect. x
ReplyDeleteWow, I can't believe she is already one. I have so enjoyed seeing all those delicious baby moments over the last few months. The celebration looks perfect with just the right amount of pink icing. By the way, I have nominated you for a versatile blogger award. melx
ReplyDeleteSimple is best. Love the homemade cards - so I gather Muffin is her nickname? I adore the mini bunting. I'm sold on buntings - they are simple additions but just make it so festive!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a beautiful way to celebrate a first birthday. What a sweet and yummy looking cake, I love the bunting along the top. xo
ReplyDeleteLovely forks and wrapping. Looks like one very pretty party.
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