I just love doing arts and crafts for Jacob's Party!
And now, the big day is near, I'm almost done with my Party DIYs!
Candy Station
-I always wanted sweets for the party, so, aside from the Dessert Station from My Chocolate Heaven, i decided to come up with my version of Candy Station!!
Since, it's a Kid's Party, I just bought 2 glass candy containers and will use more of colorful pail/bucket I bought from Toys R Us for a peso power of P10.00 (US$ 0.22)
on the right
Since, I love pulvorons and macaroons, and I just want to present it the way it should be without buying porcelain layers or cake layers..
I'm a Supermom/DIY Queen-wanna-be!, I come up with these ideas? Whatcha think?
I wasn't really expecting it (though, I am hoping.. hehe). Mommyjazz, online contributor and Global Moderator of Smartparenting forum contacted me, that she liked the idea on goldfish and doll centerpieces for a unique/themed Sesame Street Party.
(<-------lower left: Jacob's Party Centerpiece)
Since, I like sharing thoughts and stories, I relayed everything to her, how I DIYs the party table centerpieces and goldifish giveaway idea.
So lovin's this feeling!
Can I just add I'm a proud Mama!?! Haha
P.S.
It wasn't my first time for SP:
Last May 2010, my letter's been published as letter of the month!
This Aug 2010 , my opinion and thoughts were published on Credit Card 101 topic.
Now I know, It's really hard to earn money.. You might ask, "is this the first time I ever work or have a job?!"
The answer is NO.. But now, I could really say.. I'm having hard time this is..
Right after I graduated from college, I already start working for hospital.. Had some time off(for couple of months) and then back to work until today.. The only thing I hate with my work is the schedule.. It's really hard time to plan vacations.. But at least it's a 8-5 or a 24-hr duty thing.. and it ends there, right after I step out of the room..
Now, that I am putting business of my own, I could say that it is really hard to earn money. I have to be online and deal with different type of clients (most of them are nice :) ) and sacrifice my usual 8-hour sleep routine. I need to be on the clock and on my mobile 24/7 so I could attend to every question they wanted to know from me. I am not complaining.. It's fun! But sometimes I feel guilty.. I'm not a full-time mom anymore! My schedule is now divided to three! family - home - business.
More guilt?! I now set aside my son's party preparation because of our business. I know, he knows, my parents and husband knows, I am doing this for our family..
Moreover, less time to blog! Haist.. please do bear with me..
Jacob's birthday is fast approaching and I am just as excited as everyone else around him. The clock is ticking.. the day is running .. next thing we know, it's Party Time!
But I still need to fix things for the party - I need your help!
Food cart - food cart and food cart.. Can't choose what to pick!
I already have food station for sweet-toothed guests:
My chocolate heaven Dessert Station - I availed their Platinum Package! and added Gourmet Donuts as well.. I'm just so thrilled for this..
Party DIY - Candy station named after the famous store in the Sesame Street: "MR HOOPER'S Candy Store!" I already bought jars and buckets for the candies and chocolates for the kids and kids-at-heart. Even the candy lootbag is a DIY - Soo OC mommy!
But, how about the diabetic guests? (peace) :)
I'm torn between these, please help me pick.. Thank You!
Whew! after the last blog i posted for the upcoming Sesame Street Party of Jacob, my plan turned 360degrees!! Most of the important details of the party has been changed! Good thing for me, as early as 2010 started, i'm already planning and setting my mind straight.. Here's what I've learned from planning half a year ahead of time:
a. Lots of time to prepare 1. finances - this subject worry me much from the start, though i know we have enough, alloted budget for this, but for me to give Jacob a perfect and grand 1st b-day party - it's one of a heck bunch of moolahs!! Adv: Good thing about this was, i have ample time to search for the best and affordable supplies, suppliers that would fit into my pocket. Disadv: Too many inputs, opinions shared by other moms on the forum added another page inmy party checklist! = more moolahs to spend!!
2. theme - though from the start Sesame Street was the only theme on my mind, but with the release of 2010 movies, my gosh-- i thought i gonna cancel all my reservations and considering other themes..
adv: as early as my theme was set, i searched where to buy supplies, favors that wil fit my theme. Scout for suppliers who could provide me with this.. disadv: Too many twist crossed my mind while "googling" ex. Sesame Street Party Live! etc. waaahhh!
Anyways, here's the updated preparation for my son's party
a. Date: originally twas set on his actual natal day, but for some reason that the venue couldn't accomodate us, and the convenience of the date it was moved a day after: Final: 12 Sept 2010
b. Venue and Caterer: at the 1st blog, i cited that we'll celebrate it at Shanghai garden Resort in Betterliving, but due to some consideration in the weather (Sept) and a possible distraction to the kids attention (by the pool), we changed the plan and decided to have it at Prestige Tower Roofdeck in Ortigas
Review and Details: Ms. Salou of Prestige Tower, is so nice that everything i asked from her for the party, she gave in... I just hope no one will book from 10am-2pm on Sept 12... Details: made DP (with contract on hand) The good thing abour Prestige is I saved around 8k-10k of money since we reached 15k of reserved order for the party, the venue is free-of-charge.
Menu
Steamed Rice
Chicken
Lemon Chicken
Pork
Pork Ragout
Pasta
Creamy Bacon Spaghetti
Vegetable
Mongolian vegetable
Dessert
Buco Lychees
Drinks (1) Round of Iced tea
c. Party details: Date: 12 Sept 2010 Time: program starts at 4pm Where: Prestige Tower Roofdeck
d. Decorator: Kiko's Balloons Services (www.kikosballoons.multiply.com)Review and Details: Ms. Kristine, the one who promptly reply and answer my queries is so nice.. I reserve and will avail their Package 4 of balloon decorations:
PARTY PACKAGE:
Balloon décor package 4
Inclusive of:
Full styro setup
-stage backdrop
-character standys
-personalized welcome sign for the entrance
Two balloon columns (upgraded with big foil character head)
Ten (10) pcs balloon table centerpiece with theme mylar balloons
Floating balloons (250 pcs) – balloon drops
Balloon burst
Balloon clusters for stage floor
Mini cake table arch
Cloth swags for ceiling (in color motif)
DP made and contract on hand! I'm excited to see this on Jakey's Party!!
e. Entertainment: Lambert Flores Bubble Show(www.lambertflores.multiply.com) I saw this on multiple and so amazed with his show, we booked him.. but for some reasons, we encountered problems a- he didn't informed us, that his 2nd team will be the one performing b- a nega review from forum We already made DP and i got worried.. So Jojo settled this thing up and made contract with them... Package 2:
PACKAGE 2
SPECIAL FAMILY BUBBLE SHOW and PARTY MOTIF SHOW
A.) FAMILY BUBBLE SHOW ,
B.) MAGIC SHOW with Live animal
C.) BALOON TWISTING SHOW
D.) HOSTING OF THE SHOW ETC!!!
1.) BUBBLESHOW - See above FAMILY BUBBLE SHOW LIST
2.) DAVID BLAINE STREET MAGIC
3.) BALOON TWISTING show before the start of the party
50 kids will be given a balloon twist
4.) 2 PARTY MOTIFS -– Winnie the pooh, Mickey mouse or any motif that you want to have for your party!
5.) HOST-We will emcee the entire party in English or Taglish
6.) PARLOR GAMES (EDUCATIONAL) - Games for the kids & Adults
7.) PARLOR GAME PROPS- We will provide for the props for the games.
8.) COLORING CONTEST - before the party starts
9.) ACTION SONGS - We will teach the kids Educational Action songs
10.) NAMETAGS-We will distribute Nametags before the party starts.
11.) STORYTELLING for the kids to LEARN valuable lessons
12.) CD MUSIC- We will provide CD Music for the party
13) NAMETAGS (We only use standard white nametags)
14.) TABLE MAGIC at the start of the party
15.) 1 ASSISTANT
f. Cake and Cupcakes - Sugarbox by Ms. Emily-Uy (www.ilovesugarbox.com)
A.50pcs cupcakes Set Up
Inclusive of: Cake stand Rental
Cake for blowing 2 layer ( 10x3 and 6x3)
Top layer
Packaging ( Box – additional 2.00 each, Dome cover – no extra cost)
Price: 6,500
I really wanted Ms. Emily to make Jacob's cake, eventhough i still search for other cake makers, i still choose and made DP with her. Just waiting for the cake layout for approval.. Weehh..
g. Photography and Photostudio/Photobooth - Sophia Photography (sophiaphotography.multiply.com)
I had constant exchange of SMS wkith Win of Sophia's and made DP of only 1k.. i saw one of his photostudio setup and loved it-- and i just wanted it be part of my son's party.. I'm still waiting for the contract and details for the party setup.. I really need to see this and have copy of it.. haist..
h. Videography - Mediamonsters Productions (www.mediamonsters.multiply.com) At first, i'm really considering and about to make DP with Thorproductions, but i find them quite expensive, and one time, i saw mediamonsters site and after some queries they already sent me proposal! I'm really impressed. (i'm a type of person who wanted everything be in black and white eh).. With their offer, i pencil booked my date and will DP next month.
Prizes: Major Prizes: Plush toys and candy machines orderd from adollhouse.multiply.com
Minor Prizes: Pen holder SS customized design as per order by me
School supplies/stationery set (SS theme) Hand towels and face towels c/o SM
j. Dessert Station - My Chocolate haven (www.mychocolateheaven.multiply.com)
I pencil booked my event with Ms. Emmalyn and will DP next month. I will avail their platinum package and 100 gourmet donuts
Platinum Package
Php 5,500
–4 hours service (inclusive of setup)
–Your choice of 4kl chocolate fondue on two 2-layer chocolate fountain
–Your choice of 10 dippings
o4 regular non-fruit,
o2 special non-fruit,
o3 regular fruit, and
o1 special fruit
–Free colored sprinkles and honey coated crispies
–Good for 150-180 pax
–**Add P1000 and exchange two 2-layer chocolate fountain for one 3-layer fountain.
k. Candy Buffet - DIY Ate San from US is so generous that she will send package for jacob's party including candies and chocolates for the buffet.. i hope i could pull this thing off!! On hands are candy scoopers, some candy containers and canisters and a notebook full of ideas! haha...
l. Table centerpieces - DIY I really wanted a personalized table centerpiece and decoration for the party.. As early as april, i'm scouting for the centerpiece design that will fit SS. And i'm just so proud of myself!! I almost done with 2 table centerpieces.. take a peek!!
Not yet done with that, but i'm just so proud of it!! 10 tables more!!! m. Party headgears -haileighshaven Though i have partyhats on hand, i really wanted a unique party headgear for the kids and adults (for early birds!) will just order 50pcs (both adult and kids).. i saw this site at multiply and contacted, though they weren't as prompt as other suppliers in replying with queries, i'm still gonna avail their service. At first, i'll be the one who will make this gear but i'm so overload withwork and other DIYs for the party, i decided to hire them.. Here's the sample i asked from them. and subject for approval for other character designs i asked.. waiting for the samples!
n. Invitations and thank you tags,nametags etc - DIY
I have lots of ideas for this, but after sometime i settle with this designa and about to print for production weeehhh!!
Invites will be placed inside a handmade envelope with feather (from Bigbird haha) and the thank you tags will be tied up and stick to the giveaways/prizes/favors
i just took picture using my iphone, unrecognizable file format for attach haha)
I hope you enjoy my blog as much as i do, and as excited as me!! Hey, it's Jakey's 1st bday!! Haha..
