My little artist, Brighton turned six today. We celebrated his birthday on Saturday with an art-themed party. I had my favorite cookie baker make favors for the party. Can't beat the price of $1.00 each and no goodie bags. Win-win!
I made cupcakes (half chocolate for Brighton and half vanilla for an older brother that somehow convinced the birthday boy to ask mom for 1/2 and 1/2) and decorated them to look like paint on an artist's pallet.
Thank goodness we had good weather and the party could be outside. We started off by having the kids decorate the table cloth that was filled with various frames by coloring a picture inside them or writing Brighton a Birthday message.
Next, the real mess fun began. I had pre-taped small burlap canvasses with designs that the kids could then paint over. They all had a blast painting and creating their masterpieces. Luckily there were many adults on hand to help out.
A big thanks to our neighbor, Gerry, for providing all of the paint, mixing trays, and most of the paint brushes for the party. Also, thank you to Granddaddy Bob for cleaning up all the paint trays and brushes. Luckily the party fell during Jamison's nap time, so I was able to focus on the party. Jamison woke up halfway through and was able to join us for the cupcakes.
Everybody gathered around and sang. It was a great party. Fall is definitely a great time to have a birthday. The celebrations never seem to end. Brighton definitely lives it up as the only one with a birthday this time of year. He had a mummy cookie-cake for his real birthday complete with his requested meal of hotdogs, mac-n-cheese, and fruit. All served on his "Happy Birthday" plate.
Hmm...that reminds me....it's time for his 6-year checkup at the doctor. Better get that scheduled and I'll post stats soon. We love you, Brighton. Happy Birthday!
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