What a fun day!
It seems like we were just celebrating his second birthday a few short months ago; but this little guy is already a big three year old.
He loves chocolate, so I used this recipe to make his cake. I've made it twice and haven't quite mastered making it look pretty; but the taste is ah-mazing. Try it!
He loves superheroes nearly as much as chocolate. I designed this invitation in Photoshop to ask all his Superhero friends to join in the celebration with us.
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| 5x7 invitation available on Etsy in our shop |
We greeted each guest with this chalkboard message, some balloons and the DIY pom-pom garland from his second birthday.
As each kid superhero arrived, they started making a mask and shield using colored pencils, crayons, ribbon, and stickers. The shields were inspired by this party and are made from a paper plate, staples and ribbon.
These shields and masks came in handy, when it was time to defend or destroy the "city."
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| yes, of course, the faces are blurred to protect their superhero identities |
The "city" was simply cardboard boxes covered in bulletin board paper. The kids had a lot of fun knocking them down {and setting it back up} over and over.
The party was at 2:00 in the afternoon so the food was simple... finger foods and cake. Each serving dish got a little superhero themed label attached with a clothespin.
Similar to the food labels, I topped the cake with paper straws and superhero phrases.
The cake toppers and food labels are included in our Superhero Birthday Kit with the printable masks.
When I decorated the serving table, I really wanted a "3" to be the focal point, like the watercolor banner last year. Using washi tape, clothesline, scissors and an empty frame; I put together this quick project.
Since we just moved into this house, there is still a large frame hanging above the fireplace from the previous owners. I decided to turn it into a little birthday decor with a roll of polka dot wrapping paper.
I wrapped some of our son's gifts in coordinating paper and stacked them on the mantle with blue bottles, more pom-pom garland and some photos.
All of the decorations were items we already owned or something we borrowed. I always feel like we spend enough money on the food and favors, that I try to save money with the decor.
Speaking of the favors, we stuck all of them in a metal pail, ready to hand out to all the kids.
Each favor bag included:
- 2 Superhero Sayings Bracelets // Amazon
- 2 Super Bright Finger Flashlights // Amazon
- 1 Light-Up Superhero Sticker // Walmart
- Starbursts
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The finger flashlights were a big hit -- but it did take a few tries to figure out exactly how they worked. Once everything was stuffed in the baggie, I folded over the top and stapled a printable favor bag topper {also included in the Superhero Birthday Kit}.
My little guy had a blast at his party, especially blowing out the candles and being a superhero with his friends. He needed a good long nap afterwards and has been singing "Happy Birthday to Me" over the last two weeks.
Hope you have a SUPER day :)
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Labels: Birthday, DIY, Etsy, Kids, Party
