cupcakeMAG party inspiration: Pink Silhouette 1st Birthday Party!

Do you remember our Pink Silhouette 1st Birthday Party featured on Pizzazzerie? 

Well, we are here to finally bring you all those ahh-mazing details (and vendors!) that made it possible! 

{Inspiration: WH Hostess Invitation & the perfect Silhouette Plate from Le Papier Studio!}

First, we have to give HUGE thanks to Kelly of WH Hostess. (You may remember our chat with her here.) Without her creative skill - the party would have had no inspiration. 

It was Kelly's custom silhouette invitation that inspired this special event. 

Kelly also created the banner, candy jar tags, toppers, stickers and food tent cards. 

Seriously, hands down - Kelly is truly a joy to work with and we adore her so very much! 

{We LOVE Fort&Field. These ice cream cups and spoons are the perfect size for tiny hands!}

Magnolia Creative Co. did a great job creating a custom hand-painted plate to perfectly match the  invite.

The birthday girl was under the weather on her birthday but her wardrobe wasn't! Ruffle Pants bloomers, Ruffle Pants pettitskirt worn by the birthday girl are from one of our favorite shops, Polka Dot Market. 

{Almost to pretty to eat! Neapolitan Marshmellows from Fusion Sweets}

Crossroad Cottage worked so hard with us to create the birthday hats and custom pinwheels to match our theme. They did an amazing job! And the White Chocolate Brownie Pops from  Sweet Cresendos and  S’mores from Sweet Lydias gave the table just the right amount of sprinkle, not to mention 

- simply delicious! 

{Sparkle Sugar Cookie Lollipops from Fun Favors and WH Hostess centerpiece sticks completed each table and made the perfect centerpieces -- all tucked in a pink bucket.}

{One of our favorite pictures! Beautiful silhouette cookies from the amazingly talented Sandy of Firefly Confections  paired with a vintage inspired block from Tiny Giraffe}

Now, take a browse around to check out all the amazing vendors that made this day so perfect. 

{The FABulous Banner by WH Hostess that still hangs today in the birthday girls room -
 pure perfection!}

BIG THANKS TO ALL OF OUR VENDORS! 

{SHOP} them NOW! 

{Sweets}

Cake Pops, Posh Pops

Milk Chocolate Pretzels, S’mores, Sweet Lydias

Square Silhouette Cookies Sandy’s Baking Memories

Strawberry Cheesecake Fudge & Chocolate Covered Cherry Fudge, Jewel of the Lion

Sparkle Sugar Cookie Lollipops, Fun Favors

Polka Dot Chocolate Covered Oreos, Sweeties by Kim

Neapolitan Marshmellows, Fusion Sweets

Rasberry White Chocolate Shortbread Sandwiches, Southern Hands Studio

Strawberry Ice Cream Nougat Almond Candy, Kettle Confections

#1 Lollipop, White Chocolate Brownie Pops Sweet Cresendos

Taffy, Kate Landers

{Favors}

Personalized princess notepads, Really Cute Stuff

Personalized favor bags, Perideu Designs

Personalized Playdoh, Miss. Nibbit

Silhouette Cookie Favors, Fun Favors

{Everything Else}

Plates & Shabby Chic Napkins: Plates & Napkins

Silhouette Plate, Le Papier Studio

Pin Wheels, Party Hats, Crossroad Cottage

Hand painted tray and happy birthday plate, Magnolia Creative Co

Shabby Chic Plate (with tea pot on it), My Girlie Goods

Tea Pot was from Pottery Barn Kids

Milk Glass Urn, Vintage Queen

Birthday hat, Lehla shop

pink paper millinery flower bunch, Light pink paper bags, Pink small spoons & bowls, paper drinking straw, Metal food tent holder, Fort and Field

Banner Boutique bow in birthday girls hair, and headband on sister, Embellish Kids on Etsy Dress on sister
Table cloth – Sweet Tea Linen

#1 Block – Tiny Giraffe Shop

And of course, we can't forget the most-perfect Personalized Thank Yous  from Party Box Design. 

Simple, chic and just oh-so-cute! The birthday girl thanked her guest with class thanks to Party Box Design.


Check out all the pictures from the event on our Facebook page. LIKE us while you're there please! 

Little Giraffe is LOVE!

Little Giraffe is our absolutely fave when it comes to keeping our Littles snug & stylish. So, when we heard the news that Little Girrafe is campaigning to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month -- we were beyond thrilled! 

During the month of October, Little Giraffe will be donating 10% of all proceeds from their popular pink Luxe blanket and throws to Breast Cancer research. Giving back never felt so cozy and comforting! 

Head over to Little Giraffe now where you can shop & give back. You can't go wrong with the Little Giraffe Pink Luxe Blanket ($85) or Throw ($175) - especially when it's for a great cause. 

Celebrity fans of Little Giraffe's soft & luxurious products include Victoria Beckham, Rachel Zoe, Christina Applegate, Katie Holmes, Angelina Jolie, Kelly Preston, and Miranda Kerr. And of course, cupcakeMAG & our Littles can't get enough of Little Giraffe! A serious must-have in our homes! 

PLEASE "LIKE" THIS ADORABLE GIRL!

Okay readers -- we need your HELP! (we never do plugs around here so you know how important it is!) Could you please take ONE second, seriously that is all it takes and LIKE Lilah on Facebook. All you have to do is LIKE this photo below by clicking here. Easy as 1-2-3! Our really good friend worked with an amazing photographer and NEEDS to get into first place! 

As if Lilah isn't cute enough? Don't make her beg! 

She needs your VOTE! Head over to LIKE the photo now!
The contest ends Sunday night so hurry up and vote now! 

We can't thank you enough! 

Happy Friday! 

Gap To Hold Open Casting Call For Its "I Want Candy" Holiday Video

Calling all NYC Cuties: Are you a sweet snowflake with a big bright smile? Can you dance and sing with your own cute Style?

On Friday, October 14, 2011, girls between the ages of six and ten are invited to an open casting call at Gap's Fifth Avenue store in New York City. One lucky girl will be selected to fill the final spot in the GapKids "I Want Candy" Holiday video, which will launch online in November.

Joining the panel of Gap judges is Denise Albert, award-winning journalist and co-host of NBC's "Moms And The City & A Dad Named David," who will lend her expertise during the selection process. The winning girl will star in the "I Want Candy" video alongside viral music sensation Maria Aragon.

WHEN: Friday, October 14, 2011

Open Casting: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Callbacks: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

                       

WHERE: Gap, 680 5th Avenue (at 54th Street) 

New York, NY 10019

Important Details:

*In order to participate in the casting call, you must have at least one parent and/or legal guardian with you.

*If available, bring a headshot and comp card. These are not required. 

*If you’re cast in the video, you must be available on Sunday, October 16 for a fitting and on Monday, October 17 for the shoot. You must also have a work permit. To obtain a permit online, visit https://www.labor.state.ny.us/secure/welcome.asp.

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES (D.C.), 18 AND OLDER WHO ARE THE PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN OF A CHILD AGE 6 - 10 YEARS OLD WHO HAS A CURRENT AND VALID WORK PERMIT. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. Enter Contest by: 10/14/11.  For Official Rules and complete details, visit the Gap store at 54TH & 5TH – NY, 680 5TH Avenue in New York, NY. Sponsor: Gap, Inc., 2 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94105.

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show some love and LIKE Designer Diaperz!

One of our favorite go-to gals, celebrity trend expert, Rachel Florio-Urso is working on something new! Head over to Facebook now and like Designer Diaperz and show them some LOVE! While you are there make sure you LIKE Rachel's page and follow her on Twitter.  She seriously is amazing and we LOVE everything she does. Show your support too! 

phil & teds exclusive giveaway week -- win the highpod!

Oh, phil & teds. How we just love you so? You have once done it again. Made us fall so much in love with your products -- like love at first sight. Yes, can you believe it? We are referring to an obsession with a highchair. The highpod -- it is up way high on our list of must-have baby gear! 

When shopping for a high chair we always think -- you pretty much have to love it. Why you ask? Well, considering you will be staring at it for the next 24 months -- it is a major decision in the shopping for babe world. It basically needs to match the kitchen and the highpod fits perfectly in the world of modern, oh-so-chic Littles. 

One of our favorite features of the highpod is how super quick and easy it cleans up. No searching or digging for lost peas in this seat thanks to the seamless cushion. No more cracks for last weeks chicken to hid in. You can also thank the aerocore seat insert which is waterproof, ultra supportive, durable, anti-slip material that is -- just wait for it -- hypo-allergenic and odor resistant! Seriously, what's not to love? The seat can't get much easier to wipe down! For those who really need to disinfect -- just remove the seat insert! Easy as pie.

We absolutely love that your Little can just hang out in the kitchen with you! Forget the bouncy chair, this is the perfect spot to hang out while you cook or entertain! It is one of the only highchairs that elevate to counter top height. Just take the tray off (strap your Little in of course!) and it is perfect for the kitchen island. The innovative design makes it easy to adjust to any height and slide under a kitchen table for when your Little outgrows a high chair! 

Ready to win one? 

Enter below to win the phil&teds highpod now! 

exclusive giveaway week! WIN THE SMART with VERSO adaptor NOW!

Finding the perfect stroller can be rough. The choices of finding one seem endless right? Well, this time you can say goodbye to endless worry of finding the right stroller because we have done it for you. We are absolutely smitten over the Phil & Teds Smart stroller ($249.99) --- yes, I know -- you may recall our already confessed love here once before but, we can’t help ourselves. The lightweight stroller system just got better with the verso adapter.

• The lightweight aluminum frame is just as light as most umbrella strollers!
• One of the best seats with baby’s comfort in mind! Completely washable too!
• We can’t get enough of the super thin yet large sun-protecting canopy blocking your little with over 98.5% of UV rays. What other stroller does that? Forget that super thick fabric. The sun hood works perfect in both rear-facing or front facing mode providing lots of adjustable coverage.
• Easier than tying your shoe the smart glides into fold mode for super easy storage and travel. You can even easily remove the wheels if desired!
• It grows with your little! The smart is the most adaptable stroller from newborn to toddler! Attach a peanut bassinet ($149.99), add a car seat ($39.99) or change the direction the seat faces. You can’t ask for much more as a parent!

And lastly, the verso! ($34.99) Swap it around with just two verso adaptors to switch the smart seat. You can now choose between front facing to rear facing. This is just brilliant! Bond with your babe face to face or let them explore the world with front facing. We seriously love this feature.

{We gifted Tori Spelling with a Smart stroller and next thing you know --
she was photographed pushing it & featured in UsMagazine. Along with confessing her love in a thank you note!
Win one NOW!}

ENTER BELOW TO WIN!