Elli's Disney Princess Birthday Party

For Elliana's 3rd birthday party, we decided to throw a theme party.  And what other theme could there possibly be besides Disney Princesses?!

For years, Heather has been somewhat daunted by the birthday celebrations that my mom used to do for us kids and that my sisters and sisters-in-law do for their kids.  Birthday cakes in particular have been a source of trepidation for her.

But when she decided we were doing a princess party for Elli, boy did she deliver.  And she put together a party that would've made anyone proud!  Here're the details.

The preparation began days earlier when Heather and our friend Ariel decorated cupcakes to look like princess dresses.  After hours of grueling intensity, here are the women with their works of art!

This is the cupcake we made for the one boy who was coming to the party.  A while back ago, Heather started teaching pre-school for Elli and one other boy in our ward, Ander, two times a week.  So Elli and Ander have become great friends, and we definitely wanted him to come.

Here's the decorations for the party!!  Elli helped mommy make the chains.

Our happy birthday princess!!!

For the party foods, Heather got super creative.  She connected each dish to a Disney princess.  Here's what she came up with:

- Tiana's Frog Swamp Balls (meatballs)

- Cinderella's Cheese and Crackers (for her mice friends)

- Jasmine and Abu's Bananas and Fruit

- Snow White's Poisoned Apple Juice

- Belle's Enchanted Roses (strawberries, see pic below)

- Ariel's Gold Fish

- Arora's Forest Nuts

- Fairy Wands (see pic below)

After everyone arrived, Heather started the first activity, which was kissing the frog.  Each girl got to put on lipstick (with Heather's help).  Then she was blind folded, spun around, and had to kiss the frog on the lips.  This was a big hit with the girls.

Elli explaining how it will be done!

Elli Aurora Princess was very helpful- putting on lipstick is a 2 man (2 princess) job! 

 

After the frog had been thoroughly smooched, it was treasure finding time.  We hid beads and a special gem in three bins full of rice.  The kids got to hunt for them and once they found enough, they went inside to make a bead and gem bracelet.

With their new jewelry done, it was time to go to the roof for dancing and chasing bubbles.  This was a great chance to get out some wiggles.  It was such a simple activity but it was so much fun for everyone.

 

Finally, we got to the the most important and anticipated part of the party: eating the princess cupcakes.  Fortunately, every girl got a princess that they were happy with.  Elli got her favorite princess ... Arora.

Lastly, we opened presents.  People brought some very nice and thoughtful gifts, which we really appreciated, and Elli loved.

My wife never ceases to impress me with her creativity and thoughtfulness, especially when it comes to anything related to our girls.  Can't wait for my next birthday ... I'm hoping for super hero themed!

                                                                    My Princesses