A Ballerina Bakeshop & A Vintage Dancer's Dream . . .

On this gloomy, overcast day in Southern California, a little something 'pretty in pink' might be just the thing to lighten up the mood, and this gorgeous double dose of ballerina is the thing to do it!

We'll kick things off with a more modern version of girly with this stunning 'Ballerina Bakeshop' birthday by Icing Designs, and then ease right on into a vintage dream with a showstopper from The Homespun Hostess.  Your day ought to be sunny & bright in no time!

Ballerina Bakery Party

Now this is a custom built bakeshop stand made by the little girls' grandfather, but you could get a bit more simple with a pretty buffet or white desk; or even layer a standard folding table with a bit of height from boxes or books and cover it all with a white tablecloth . . .

How about that gorgeous fabric ruffle garland?  Don't worry...there's a tutorial on the way so you can make one of your very own . . .

And I just adore these gorgeous, pink eyelet bakery boxes  . . .

Invitations, Paper Products & Design: Icing Designs / Photography: Bloom Photography by Meredith Price / Pom Poms: Paperwhite Designs / Paper Lanterns: Luna Bazaar / Peppy Toppers: Potter and Butler / Cookies: JP Creatibles / Mini Donuts: Dough A Deer

Absolutely amazing, right?  And moving right along, check out this different take on beautiful ballet inspiration with a step back in time, sure to stir up a few memories when you see some of the lovely details, designed by Sara of The Homespun Hostess and brought to us via The Party Wagon . . .

Vintage Ballerina Party

The birthday girl's mom made all of the decorations and her aunt did the desserts.  Now that is a talented family indeed . . .

Loving this hint of mint green . . .

And don't these cupcake toppers take you back in time . . .

Ahhh, milk glass....my absolute favorite!!

You just had to have one of these, right?

Vendor credits:
Party Styling and Paper: Sara De St. Jean  shop: PartyPapers
Blog: www.thehomespunhostess.blogspot.com
Photography: Maggie Russo Photo www.maggierussophoto.com
Ballerina Soaps- Madison Avenue Soaps
Desserts: Cecilia De Rolf

Ahhh, absolutely gorgeous and oh-so-girly too!!  Happy Wednesday!!

A Vanlentine Dream: Perfectly Pink Hot Cocoa . . .

In some parts of the world it is still downright cold outside and in every part of my world Valentine's Day will be here in a couple of short weeks.  And guess what goes perfectly with the most romantic day of the year? That's right....pink!!!

I just can't think of a happier way to spend your weekend than making Valentine cards with your little sweetie and sipping on some of this divine deliciousness . . .

PRETTY IN PINK HOT COCOA

Ingredients:

~ 1 cup white chocolate chips

~ 1 cup heavy cream 

~ 4 c. half and half 

~ vanilla (to taste)

~ red food coloring

Directions:

~ In a large saucepan, melt the white chocolate chips with the heavy cream, stirring until completely smooth. Add the half and half, vanilla, then the food coloring to get your desired color (I used 7-8 drops). Heat through. Serve in mugs, topped with whipped cream or marshmallows!

Recipe Courtesy of Brown Paper Packages

(pictures courtesy of Life is a Party)

And whatever you do, don't forget the homemade marshmallows!  You can find our recipe on how to make a few of your very own here: Juneberry Lane Homemade Marshmallows

Now all you will need is a heart-shaped cookie-cutter and your cup will be overflowing with love.  Or go ahead and add a few of the store bought kind if you are a bit pressed for time . . .  they are awfully cute too:

And head on back over to Juneberry Lane tomorrow for a magical little craft that will delight the little one's in your life:)  See you then!!