NOW OFFERING BABY BIRTHDAY PARTIES!

Wow, where does the time go!? It's been such a huge (and highly rewarding) adjustment just getting used to the fact that I'm a mommy but I'm now pairing that with the shocking realization that I have a one year old. When people say the first year flies, they aren't kidding! It's been an incredible year and I am so blessed to say that I have the baby girl of my dreams. She dances, she sings, she smiles ALL the time, and she makes my heart melt every time I look at her adorable little face.

To launch a very exciting venture for Wish Wonder Dream I thought it was only fitting that the first 1st birthday party we coordinate be my little Avery's. We chose a super girly vintage French theme and had an absolute blast with all the DIY projects. We had an all pink sweets station, decorate your own Red Velvet cupcakes (with a special mini cake at the top for Avery to dig into) and a custom-designed cameo as the cake topper, pink champagne, flower ball centerpieces in large mint julip cups, and lots more. It was a beautiful day and a truly momentous occasion.

People kept asking me what I'm going to do when she turns 2  (since I went so far over-the-top with this one) and the answer to that question is: I'm not sure yet. But you know I'm already planning ;)

Thanks to:

Photography: Fairytale Couture

Rentals: Classic Party Rentals & Burbank Party Rentals

Florals: Rosebud Floral Design

Guest Book: My Publisher

Custom Picture Framing: The Wing Gallery

Sweet Treats!

So it's a pretty well-known fact that guests LOVE desserts! This is one of the reasons that setting up a candy station has become so popular. We often find that when we set up a candy station at a wedding it is one of the first places guests visit. We absolutely adore candy stations and we definitely think they are a great accessory to any wedding. But we would also like to draw your attention to a few other possible alternatives. These fresh ideas are just as yummy and they are great ideas for couples interested in doing something a bit different.

images from Cambria Cove

1. Chocolate Truffle Bar: Set up a decadent assortment of truffles and allow your guests to come and sample them throughout the wedding. Better yet, hire one or two attendants to dress in apparel reminiscent of a French or Swiss Chocolate Shop clerk to offer suggestions and assist with selections. Set up a coffee urn at this station for a perfect pairing of tastes and aromas.

We recommend Cambria Cove (www.cambriacove.com) or Neuchatel Chocolates (www.neuchatelchocolates.com/)

2. Ice Cream Sundae Bar: Set up an old-fashion ice cream parlor. Offer a selection of colorful ice creams and delicious toppings and wisk your guests back to the days of olde. Better yet, pull up a few tall chairs and allow your guests to really get into the theme. Hire one or two attendants to dress in apparel reminiscent of of a 50's ice cream parlor clerk who will dish up sundaes, rootbeer floats, or anything else your guests can dream of.

We recommend Dandy Don's for your sundae fun (http://www.dandydonsicecream.com/)

3. Wine Bar: Spend a romantic weekend with your sweetie in Napa Vallery or Temecula and bring home several of your favorite types of wine. Or, if you don't have time for a romantic get-away visit a local wine warehouse then have your own custom wine labels made. At the wedding, set-up a special wine tasting station for your guests to visit throughout the night. Hire one or two attendants who are knowledgeable of the selected wines and have them offer your guests an intimate and informative wine tasting session.

We recommend The Wine House in West LA (www.wineaccess.com/store/winehouse) and have custom wine labels made at My Wedding Labels (http://www.myownlabels.com)