Nate's Birthday Parties- Carnival

This is the second half of Nate's birthday post. Along with the small Yo Gabba Gabba gathering I planned for Nate, I also planned a BIG Carnival party. It took me about 6 months to plan and even then, I don't think I had enough time. I was really pleased with the outcome. Like most party planning mommy's know, something always go wrong. In this case, a few things got forgotten but nothing that ruined the party....thank God! Everything was pretty perfect! Everyone, including adults enjoyed the food, games and most of all, the SWEETS. My baby had such a long day, so he wasn't as cheery as he usually is. But he actually did pretty well, no fuss, no fits. I want to thank everyone that came and celebrated with us! It's the best thing in the world, to know that we have such wonderful people in our lives....we are so grateful! I

especially want to thank my sister Amaris, cousins Jessica and Diana, for helping me those last couple of days. I could not have pulled it off, without their help. I didn't sleep for 3 days and even deprived them of some sleep....so thanks girls, you guys are the BEST!

Take a look at Nathaniel's Carnival. (the set up mostly)

The candy buffet was devoured! I decorated the table with carnival/circus themed nesting blocks (Toys R Us), vases purchased atMoskatels and the small pinwheels I found at the Dollar Tree. The tier stands I used for the cupcakes and cakes, I already owned. They were chrome and I decided to spray paint them white, to suit the table.

Favor Boxes w/favor tags by DimplePrints

Cupcake Toppers also by DimplePrints

I was able to use the printable package I purchased from DimplePrints on Etsy, for my centerpieces as well. Unfortunately the wind decided to come out and give me a hard time, so I wasn't able to bring them out, until the later part of the day. Amazing what you can do with a printer and Avery labels.

I loved the Sundae stand....people actually cleaned me out on ice cream. Most may not have noticed, since it was stored away but I purchased Thrifty's Ice Cream. For those who live in the South Bay area, know how yummy Thrify's Ice Cream is. I found 3 gallon containers at Smart and Final.
My home made game booths! (Ring Toss Above and Ball Toss game below)

Just some of the many prizes

My art table was also a hit! Most items were purchased at Michael's, aprons from OrientalTrading.com and the Giant Circus coloring books, at Walmart.

Balloon arch and all the rentals came from Heavenly Moments

Nate wasn't too happy to be in that bumper! LOL (ordered on OrientalTrading.com)
Nate, as well as ALL the little children, enjoyed the ball pit I had purchased on Amazon.com, so much so, it was destroyed! LOL
Stay tuned for the 3rd part of Nate's Birthday Parties post!