Jake & Mal had a great first birthday, celebrated with lots of family & friends! Inspired by these adorable outfits that Grandma & Grandpa gave them for Christmas, I decided to do a farm animal theme for the celebration.
I made these cookies for party favors...
...and my friend Haylee made these beautiful cakes! Jake had a cow...
...& Mal got a pink pig!
This adorable barn was our main cake for the guests to enjoy. Haylee is so talented!
Our clothesline of their growth pics with Mr. Bear
Rather than have our guests bring gifts, we asked them to each bring two children's books to be donated to Books for Nigeria, a project that is providing books for the children of the Rights Steps School in Nigeria. You can read all about it here. I got the idea to do something like this from my friend Hollee & her triplets' birthday party. Thanks for the inspiration, Hollee!
Of course, we still had tons of presents to open from our generous family members! Jake & Mal couldn't contain their excitement!
We received many great toys, books & clothes, but I'll save the specifics for another post. Doesn't Jake look so handsome sitting like a big boy in his chair?
We tried for a family pic, but this is what happens when you take Mallory out of her chair before she's ready.
We sang Happy Birthday to each of the kids individually. Jake actually succeeded in extinguishing his candle, but unfortunately, he did it with his fingers. I think it scared him more than it hurt him, & a quick taste of icing dried up the tears.
This face is what you call drunk on sugar! Mal loved her cake & dove in without much encouragement required.
We were so blessed to have such a wonderful day to share with our angels! Jake & Mallory, we love you so much & couldn't be more proud to be your Mommy & Daddy!
1 comment:
What a fun party! Those cookies and cakes are amazing!! You and Haylee are very talented.
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