Little Monster Party

With Flair's very first 'real' styled party was a Little Monster Party for a first birthday. Granted, it was my son's party, but as this was the launch of my new business it was a doubly-exciting time. 

Guests were welcomed at the entrance with a replica of the invitation, with text changed, to set the mood and a great big bowl of sweeties. Of course, those were the first to go!

The party area has a big open fireplace and mantle above, so I elected to close it up and use it as the kiddies table area. Hubby and I had great fun assembling the little monster bobble heads, that we used throughout the party area. The hanging banners were printed on heavy cardboard which I punched and secured using fishing line to add a 'floating' effect. Another favourite were the monster mouths and eyes for photo props. Flowers still left from Mother's Day made for a great last minute piece in the centre of the mantle, and I threw in some theme-friendly chinese lanterns for good measure.   

As the party was held over lunch time, I decided to serve a 'healthy' savoury dish to the kiddies. Each setting had a veggie kebab, roast chicken drumstick and oven baked chips with tomato sauce for dunking. I wrapped juice boxes in coordinating colour paper and stuck on some googly eyes. Orange jelly topped with custard was on offer for dessert. I placed some marshmallow pops (I'm too lazy time-conscious for cake pops) dipped in coloured chocolate and placed them on retro paper straws. The highlight of the table (for me) was the red, fluffy cloth. The photo just doesn't do it justice, it looked really awesome! 

Naturally, the sweet table drew the most interest (from kids and adults alike).  I kept the sweets to a minimum with a couple of sticks of rock candy, some orange suckers and candy and a naartjie (orange) flavoured Fizzer.  I baked and iced the cupcakes myself and those served as the 'cake' for the day. 

The 'Big Monsters' had a selection of finger friendly snacks, cold meats, olives and home-made pates all labelled with Little Monster food labels.  

All in all, a great day and the Little Monster in question had a super time!  

Have you hosted a Little Monster Party?