Viola's Arctic Themed Birthday

We celebrated Viola's 2nd birthday this past Saturday. I wanted to keep it simple and that we did. In my opinion a brunch was perfect. Who doesn't love brunch food first of all and secondly everyone was still able to get their afternoon nap. We had snowflake waffles, a veggie quiche, a sun-dried tomato and sausage quiche, fruit and birthday cake. I used the sign I made last year and cut out a few paper snowflakes.

An Arctic Party isn't complete without a walrus cake

We used the napkins my mom made.

Hung our birthday banner.

Took a snapshot with the birthday girl.

Hung the snowflakes.

Set the table.

Topped our waffles.

Mingled

Enjoyed our guests.

Mingled More.

Ate.

Investigate fire on a cake.

With a little help put that fire out.

Before I forget here is the walrus that was the inspiration for her party. Without him this wouldn't have been possible. Thank you Mr. Walrus.

Mardi Gras Shenanigans

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My Mardi Gras Outfit or Lack of One

My costume needs a little work. This is all I have so far. If you have any ideas send them my way.

Viola's Mardi Gras Outfit

I got an old shirt and found a mask that I liked online.

Sewed my materials together.

Ironed on interfacing and cut out the mask.

I pinned it and then stitched it on.

I added the tulle to the sides of the mask to match the skirt.

Bern's Mardi Gras Outfit

I made a fleur de lis for Bern's outfit

I really like the way this turned out. 

On to the jester hat. I made my own pattern and cut out 6 peices.

Pinned them together.

Sewed them.

I had to panels and attached them on the sides and added a band.

The hat isn't perfect, but I was pleased with my attempt.

My little jester.

Homemade Play Doh