Milk and Cookies Birthday Party

The Milk and Cookies Birthday Party Theme is probably one of my favorites (at least for this second), so when Eric's cousin Jessie asked if I would design invitations and paper goodies for her daughter's 1st birthday party I was super excited!  Not only did I have a great time working on the invitations, banners and labels with her, but we had such a fun time at Annaleigh's party.  Here are some photos from the extra special day!

 

 Everything started off with the pretty pink and brown, milk and cookie invitations.

Milk and Cookies Invitations from Tiger Lily Invitations

Annaleigh and Jessie welcomed everyone to the party.

The pink and brown, milk and cookie theme was continued throughout the decorations and cake.

 Of course there was plenty of milk and delicious cookies. 

Loved these vintage milk containers, cute straws and the beautiful sugar cookies.

The milk and cookie happy birthday banner was displayed above the food table.

The cookies were so yummy it was difficult to choose which ones to eat. I have to confess, I had one of each and a piece of cake too! Annaleigh had a great time opening her gifts in her little pink chair handmade by her papa.

 

Cake Time!!

 

They had an adorable photo booth set up with hay bales, super size milk and cookies and mustache props. Everyone had a great time posing for the photos.

Great Aunt Denise, Cousin Heather and Cousin Hadley shared a laugh at the photo booth. 

Cousin Hadley supplied the music on her guitar and Gramma Karen steals a little birthday kiss.

 

 Adorable family photo!

 

 

Kale's Mom hand painted this beautiful banner.

 

A pink and brown photo banner with photos of Annaleigh from each month of her first year hung above the favor table.

 

Party guests went home with a sweet treat - these cute jars filled with the ingredients to make cookies of course!

 

 

Jessie and Kale did such a great job planning and creating this adorable party for their beautiful daughter.  If you want to create a milk and cookies party for your little one, here is a list of vendors who helped to make it extra special:

 

Milk and Cookies Invitations, Banners, Favor Labels, Cookie and Milk Signs, Straw Flags: Tiger Lily Invitations

Milk and Cookies Cake: Truelove Celebrations

Milk and Cookies Sugar Cookies: High Tea Cookies

Birthday Hat: Shop Lissy

Milk and Cookies Birthday Shirt: MuskerRoo

Paper Straws: Isakay Boutique

 

 

Perfectly Peacock Wedding Inspiration

Wow, I can't believe that Christmas is over and the new year has begun!   I can't thank my customers enough for such a wonderful 2011 at Tiger Lily Invitations! From birth announcements, to birthday party invitations to wedding programs, each project was so much fun to work on. I am looking forward to a fabulous 2012 filled with celebrations and joy, for both my customers and myself! 

This is always such an exciting time in the invitation business, filled with bridal fairs and appointments with newly engaged couples, new trend predictions and party planning.  To kick off the new year, I have chosen to highlight one of my favorite color schemes and a continuing popular wedding theme - peacock.  I just love the teals, aquas, purples and royal blues this theme brings together.  You can be subtle, featuring just a few peacock accents, or go all out.  If you are planning a perfectly peacock wedding, here are some beautiful ideas.  Of course, the invitations and reception accessories are all available from Tiger Lily Invitations.  Click below the photo for more information about each product featured. 

Peacock Wedding Ideas

Brilliance Peacock Wedding Invitations - Tiger Lily Invitations
Peacock Guest Book - Tiger Lily Invitations
Peacock Feather Garter - Tiger Lily Invitations
Peacock Table Numbers, Place Cards, Favor Seal - Tiger Lily Invitations
Peacock Feather Wedding Cake - Svetlana for The House of Cakes Dubai
Jade Bridesmaid Dress - Dessy
Purple Satin Peacock Pumps - La Plume Ethere 
Peacock Boutonniere - Rationale
Peacock Flower Girl Dress - Tallulah and Belle
Peacock Wedding Clutch - misunbridal 

Christmas Specials

I can't believe it, but Christmas is just a little over two months away!   Now is the perfect time to start thinking about ordering your Christmas and holiday cards.  Tiger Lily Invitations is offering two specials this year on holiday cards.  The first is in connection with JT Photography.  Owner, Jennifer Cox, and I have teamed up to make your holiday card and family photo a super easy process.  Here is how it works:  Book a photo session with JT Photography (she is running several photo session specials) then choose from the photo card designs shown below, choose your photo and wording.  I will create a digital card and it will be included on the disk with your photos.  You can print as many as you like at the photo processor of your choice.  Printable Photo Cards are only $15 extra.  Custom designs and printing is available, just contact Jessica at tigerlilyinvitations@gmail.com for pricing and details.

Photo Card Design Options:

Angel

Mail from Santa

Holiday Damask

Gold Star

Love and Joy

Warm Winter Wishes

Gift Tag

Green Tree

The second special is 15% off any holiday card order placed online at www.tigerlily.cceasy.com.  Enter code Holiday Card Special 15% in the notes when checking out and I will apply the discount before processing your order.  Hundreds of options are available.  Below is just a sample of beautiful cards available.  (discount is only available at the cceasy site)

Holiday Fancy

Led by a Star

Starlit Tree

Malu

Holly Jolly Christmas

Tree of Gladness

Of course if you are looking for something extra special, I always welcome custom design orders.  I would love to work with you to create something just for you this holiday season!  Contact me at tigerlilyinvitations@gmail.com. 

In the News

I am super excited to say that Tiger Lily Invitations was recently featured in two great publications, Stationery Trends Magazine and Soirees Southern Events.  I was so honored that one of my invitations was featured in the Summer 2011 issue of Stationery Trends.  It is the magazine that I look to for upcoming trends and have been a subscriber since I began selling and designing invitations.  I was also happy that one of my custom invitations designed for the beautiful and talented photographer, Abbie Carter Franklin, of Carter Elite Photography was featured in the Fall 2011 local bridal magazine, Soirees Southern Events.  Stationery Trends is a subscription only magazine, but you can find Soirees Southern Events in wedding venues around Northeast Georgia and online.  If you are planning a wedding, it is a great local resource.  Below are the two featured invitations.

Custom Invitation designed for Abbie and David
photos by Abbie Carter of Carter Elite

Hydrangea Vintage Botanical Invitation Set featured in Stationery Trends Magazine

Pretty Pansies for an Early Spring Wedding

Wow, it has been a busy couple of months!  I am glad I finally managed to squeeze in a short blog post.  First off, lets just say I am obsessed with Pinterest.  If you haven't checked it out, it is a great site for ideas.  I am constantly searching through the Pinterest site and the web for photos and ideas for parties and weddings that match my invitations and inspire me to create more.  The collage below is an example of photos I have "pinned" to one of my boards.  To check out more of my pins or to become a follower on Pinterest click on the follow me button below or on the right.

Violets and pansies add delicate and natural features to a winter or early spring wedding or party

When I designed the Violet Vintage Botanical Wedding Invitation, I loved the simple and natural feel of the featured floral design mixed with the elegant and delicate text.  Printed on thick luxurious cotton paper makes it extra sweet.  Violets and pansies make a perfect addition to a vintage or rustic wedding.  From shortbread cookies, to favors, to the bouquet, these versatile flowers can be used in so many creative ways.  For more info on how you can create this natural look for your event click on the follow me on Pinterest button for links to each photo above or click on the links below.

Violet Vintage Botanical Wedding Invitations: Tiger Lily Invitations
Purple Skirt and Potted Pansy Favors: Style Me Pretty

Spring Cupcakes and Violet and Pansy Bouquet: Martha Stewart Weddings

Pansy Shortbread Cookies: Stonegable

Purple Martini: Delish

4th of July Fun

Burst of Fun 4th of July Party Set

Fourth of July is just a couple of weeks away, but there is still time to plan the perfect party! With the Burst of Fun 4th of July Party Pack, new from Tiger Lily Invitations, you have everything you need to create a bright backyard blast! The fun and whimsical red, white and blue polka dot design is carried through the invitations, cupcake toppers, favor tags, mini flags, napkin rings, and mini signs. Items are available printed or as digital files you can print at home. To purchase the Burst of Fun Party Pack or individual items, email Jessica at tigerlilyinvitations@gmail.com or check out the Etsy listing. Need an item that isn't shown? Just let me know and I can probably create it for you. 

Tiger Lily Invitations e-newsletter subscribers will receive two of the party pack digital items for FREE.  Join our mailing list on the right to receive information about new products and freebies!!

Sweet Summer Party Idea - A Watermelon Birthday

I just love the idea of having a watermelon themed birthday party. Not only is it unique, but the mix of pinks and greens is super cute! Here are some ideas to make your summer party extra fun! You could go with a unique watermelon cake and add a scoop of ice cream to stay cool on a hot summer day or you could carve a watermelon into cute and creative shapes and fill with assorted fruits. I created cupcake toppers for this invitation set, but they can also be attached to tooth picks and used in watermelon and fruit wedges as an alternative to cupcakes. Instead of soft drinks, serve watermelon coolers, smoothies or kool-aid and add a little mint leaf to the top. I would definitely recommend taking this party outdoors and having a picnic party, with gingham table clothes and spread blankets on the ground for the kids. Of course there are hundreds of adorable watermelon dresses and bows available for the birthday girl. I had a difficult time picking just one to feature in this collage. 

Ready to start planning a Watermelon party for your birthday girl? 
Here are the links to the items pictured above: 
Watermelon Invitations, Banner and Cupcake Toppers: Tiger Lily Invitations  
Watermelon Cake: Wendy Moore 
Watermelon Dress: Wee Whimsy Couture 
Watermelon Carving Ideas and Recipes: National Watermelon Promotion Board  Watermelon Hairbow: XtraOrdinary Bows and Accessories