Happy People Studio

Cake Tables Love!

We've done posts on our favorite cakes.. mini cakes... and cookies... unfortunately we don't bake!!

But here is something that we can do... the backdrops for your yummy cakes...

Cake cutting is the best part of a birthday... all the kids surround the cake table and sing the birthday kid a special song.... there is a candle... a wish to be made!

Its a very special moment.... and also one that is most captured in photographs... so we think having a great backdrop is Top Priority!!

Here are some of our favorite backdrops... and my absolute personal favorite one is right at the bottom..

Have fun scrolling thru these :)

Multiple frames and that bark with an owl adds so much texture...

I'm in love with Pinwheels and I'm in love with these colors!

Can't get away from Frozen! Love the hanging snowflakes!

The gorgeous tassels...

Simple geometric shapes...

Ah... a fairytale!

You don't necessarily need a flat backdrop... simply dress up your table...

Imagine a Ballet theme party! Need to do one of these!

Underwater theme.... what detailing!

So magical... I've always loved canopies...

Something for the boys:

A cute safari theme...

An Up and Away theme!

Super man!!!!

And now for my favourite.... how gorgeous is that? oh makes me sooo Happy!!

For more... you know where to go!!

Pinterest.

Gift wrapping love!

While nothing is more fun, for most people, than getting birthday gifts.... I am one of those who loves packing a gift with some great gift wrapping paper first!!!

Gift wrapping paper, in fact any printed paper is one of my most favourite things...

And the art of gift wrapping a paper is one of the greatest arts according to me.

Here are some examples that have me drooling almost daily!!!!

Make a banner!

Make adorable animal faces....

Make full use of your pantry!

Simple paper cutting...

Use those sketching skills....

Make it like a scrapbook...

Simple yet so pretty....

Sticker love!

My all time favourite!!!!!

for more inspiration do check out our Pinterest page :)

Flower Power!!

Good news for everyone who loves our work but isnt 13 years and below!!

Happy People also loves throwing parties for adults... the big children!!!

And it doesn't just have to be for a baby shower or a bridal shower... we can come and set up your place for a party for your friends... maybe do the pre parties leading up to the wedding... we can even do farewell parties...

The reasons are simply excuses to have a good time!!

here is one line of thought that has been in our minds for a while... and we would love to style someone's party like this....

Our love for flowers has brought about our Botanical Garden Theme!

as most often is the case.... a dress inspires us women no?!

a beautiful banner...

How pretty is that?

The table setting...

Flower infused ice...

Hanging at the door?

Paper lanterns revamped are always my favorite...

Hanging bottles with pretty flowers...

Place cards...

Photobooth backdrop...

Great giveaways....

Hand painted handkerchiefs... with drawings and details of flowers...

Terrariums....

Hand painted flower coasters...

Little ceramic pots with plants in them...

No flower party is complete without flower crowns!!

For more inspiration check out our Pinterest page.

Under the Sea theme!

One of our favorite birthday themes is an under the Sea theme party..... Not only are all kids fascinated by fishes and sharks.... it also makes for a very colourful setting!

And if you want to girlie it up more... just call it a mermaid theme party!!

here are some great images that will get you hooked onto this bright and colourful theme :)

The Invites...

At home decor...

A birthday banner plus a photo banner!

The cutest balloon decor I have ever seen!

Look out for the Mermaids!

Wouldn't that look absolutely beautiful?

Hanging out with the jellyfish!

Cakes...

Cupcakes....

and other such fish food!

A bucketful of at the beach things...

A small snow globe... or sea globe more like!!

A special DIY tip for your cake table!

For more inspiration have a look at our Pinterest page!

Top Ten Party Invite Tips

1. Pick a theme:

This helps in giving you a start point. There are, other wise a million ideas for a party invite, but with a theme in mind that narrows down the confusion!

2. Stick to the good ol' school method:

Yes, e- invites are easier and faster and less hassle... but come one... I bet you remember the thrill of getting a birthday party invite in school. An envelope with your name on it... with a cute party invite inside.... its just so much more exciting.

3. Keep it simple:

Don't try and add too much to an invite, like chocolates or little toys.... keep an invite an invite and return gift a return gift.

4. Invite everyone in class.

Yes, I know that sometimes that is too many... but I remember for all my birthdays as a child, my parents made me invite every girl in class, no matter if they were my friends or not... there would be no discrimination. Have a simple party but call everyone. No one likes being left out....

5. Have your kid distribute the cards to friends.

This not makes your little one feel special but it also helps him make friends!!

6. Add an RSVP card or number:

And if someone forgets to call and inform of their acceptance or rejection, feel free to call them and double check. Knowing your guest list is very very important.

7. Add an address:

Always add an address in your invite, especially if you are not having it at home.

8. Mention the theme:

Just because you know of the theme, and your invite indicates the theme, still mention the theme and if the guests need to dress up and come. This can be a very confusing part of the party if you're guests were not made fully aware of your theme.

9. Save the date:

This is a good idea, always, and can be done either via email or an sms. A save the date should preferably be sent a minimum of 15 days in advance.

10. When to send the Invite?

If you have sent a save the date message/mail, the actual invite should be sent at least a week in advance.

Here are some of our favorite invites off Pinterest!