Easy First Birthday Party Themes for 2020
Can you believe that Summer is just about over?! Crazy, right? Well, to help you make those last days of Summer just a little bit more magical I've put together Magic Wand Fruit Kabobs that will have your princesses or princes singing your praises. Magic Wand Fruit Kabobs For the Magic Wand Fruit Kabobs we...Read More
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Francesca at Framberry Events was inspired by a Japanese cherry blossom garden for the concept for this Japanese themed kids birthday party.
The younger brother of Ben and second son of Beauty and the Beast was kidnapped before his first birthday and raised on the Isle of the Lost along with the rest of the villain kids. Now, Alex 'Gothel', the suppose son of Mother Gothel, is sent to Auradon with his friends to steal Fairy Godmother's Wand, but can he do it? Especially after finding the truth about his parentage?
Poetic enchantments in pen, ink, and imagination.
We recently celebrated Rosie's 3rd birthday with the an absolutely beautiful enchanted fairy themed party! I cannot believe that the baby of our family is three! As you know I absolutely love children’s birthday parties, especially spoiling my children and their friends with a wonderful day. There was so much excitement in our house during the lead up to Rosie's special day. When planning a party I like to have a theme as find that it give me direction in the planning, and of course is really fun. When choosing the theme, first of all I come up with some ideas based on what the children like at the moment, and then I give them the options to choose from. We recently visited Disneyland in California where we met Tinker Bell, my girls absolutely loved her, so I knew that a fairy would be very popular amongst them. The children also really enjoyed the movie Pete Pan and Wendy which was recently out of Netflix. They all jumped on the idea of an enchanted fairy theme, so we got to planning.
When, on his twenty-first birthday, Anodos goes into his father's study and opens a drawer, a little ancient fairy lady grants his wish to go to Fairy Land. But is it all just a fantasy? A forerunner of the modern fantasy genre, "Phantastes" is a poignant, whimsical fairy tale. George MacDonald’s classic from 1858 was a favourite of C.S. Lewis’.George MacDonald (1824-1905) was a Scottish author, poet and Christian minister. A pioneer of fantasy literature, he was the mentor of Lewis Carroll. Among his notable works are "Phantastes" (1858), "David Elginbrod" (1863), "At the Back of the North Wind' (1871), "The Princess and the Goblin" (1872), and "Lilith" (1895).ProduktfaktaISBN: 9789176393147Utgivningsdatum: 2014-11-04Språk: EngelskaFörfattare: George MacdonaldFörlag: Saga EgmontLängd: 237 sidor
Discovering Waldorf is a weekly series of articles written by ‘everyday’ Waldorf families. The contributors to this series share their ‘real-life’ insights and inspirations on all kinds of Waldorf topics. This series is not meant to be Waldorf philosophy in its purest form, but rather a snapshot of how we can all incorporate Waldorf ideas […]
A Mermaid watches her daughter walk on land for the first time. Images of Myth and Romance take us to other worlds and other times. Indulge in the time of Knights and Dragons, Fairies and Trolls, Pirates and Mermaids. These images are taken from public domain sources and are digitally cleaned and presented here to you for your enjoyment. The cards are printed on Warm White 80 lb. cover stock and come with matching envelopes. They come in three sizes 3.5" 5" when folded, 4.5" 5.5" when folded, and 5" x 7" when folded. They can also be ordered in 10 packs. You can add your own message, use one of ours, or leave them blank. Now available in Postcards printed on 4" x 6" 100 lb. warm white cover stock. Postcards do not come with envelopes. They make great invitations or announcements.
A child’s birthday is a time of hope, a time of looking forward to a new year filled with fresh milestones and experiences. Celebrating another trip around the sun for a child is an opportunity for reflection and a chance to bring beauty, meaning, and a smattering of magic into their lives. In Waldorf tradition, birthdays are always a cause for celebration, as traditions and rituals help ground children, allowing them to experience the rhythms of a year. Celebrating a birthday in the Waldorf way provides an opportunity to not only mark this special day but to honor the child’s place in your family and their world. According to The Birthday Book, an indispensable guide to Waldorf birthdays and celebrations in general, there are three essentials needed for every birthday. The cake which represents sustenance and “the totality of life of which we are all a part.” The upright candle which represents the individual, and “helpers on the path” who are there to support and celebrate your child. If you have all of these three things, you are well on your way! We have compiled some answers to the most common questions about what makes a Waldorf birthday celebration unique and how to get started, as well as offer some ideas about creating your own traditions and rituals that fit your family. Remember, there is no one right way to create a meaningful celebration. The key is to find the parts that feel like a fit for you and your family and to have fun celebrating your child! Why celebrate birthdays in the Waldorf Tradition? Waldorf traditions and rituals help children mark the passing of a year and celebrating a child’s birth honors their presence in our lives, the child’s place in the family and in the world at large. Rituals and traditions allow children to experience the “rhythm of the year.” With a Waldorf birthday, the emphasis is more on the child’s life and experiences than presents and structured party themes. While the child’s interests certainly play a big part in the day, the rituals and special moments begin several days before the actual birthday and then are carried out throughout the entire day. There is a big emphasis on creating handmade gifts and adorning a table with beautiful objects that represent the child and their place in the natural world and seasons. What are some special Waldorf birthday traditions? Celebration Spiral Countdown: This tradition uses the Grimm's Wooden Celebration Spiral. You can do this countdown a few ways using the holes in the spiral to represent each day leading up to the birthday. Some families use a peg person that travels closer to a candle at the end of the spiral each day. Others will light a candle each day and then move the candle forward one more day. The empty holes can be filled with beautiful treasures, like rocks and shells that the child gathers, or Celebration Ring Decorations that represent special moments or meaningful aspects of their personalities. Beeswax Countdown Candle: We love this simple rolled beeswax candle adorned with 7 figures in decorating beeswax. Children can roll a candle in the color of their choice and help add the designs. Then, each day leading up to their birthday, light the candle and let it burn until one more design disappears. While the candle is burning, discuss something special the child achieved or learned during the year. By the last day, the child is filled with anticipation and excitement! Roll The Beeswax Candles: In Waldorf education, it is important to have the children play an active role in helping with all of the celebrations. Rolling their own beeswax candles before the birthday is a lovely way to prepare for the big day. Make sure to roll enough candles to represent the age of your child. Most Waldorf birthdays do not include the one to grow on candle, but if that is special to you, certainly add that in! Birthday Eve Traditions Special Pre-Birthday Verse At bedtime on the evening before your child's birthday, light a candle and share this special verse: When I have said my evening prayer, And my clothes are folded on the chair, And mother switches off the light, I’ll still be four years old tonight. But from the very break of day, Before the children rise and play, Before the darkness turns to gold, Tomorrow, I’ll be five years old. Five kisses when I wake, Five candles on my cake. The Magical Path: Once your child has shared the special birthday verse, and you have tucked them into bed, you can spend time creating a path to the birthday table where the birthday ring and other seasonal and natural decorations will be set. This pathway can be created from natural elements like flower petals, small seashells, or you can cut out paper or felt hearts or other designs that connect to the birthday child. You can even use play silks or other fabric elements to add to the magical pathway! Use a rainbow playsilk at the end, right before they get to the table for a special touch. Day Of Birthday Traditions Birthday Crown & Cape: After your child follows the magical path to the celebration area and birthday table, ceremoniously place a felted birthday crown (see our tutorial & template for how to make one here) on your child’s head, and a silk birthday cape on their shoulders. Birthday Ring: This is one of the most distinctive Waldorf Birthday traditions and has its origins in Germany. The wooden birthday ring usually has 12-16 holes around the circle. If your child is turning 6, you will fill 6 of the holes with beeswax candles (make sure to put a brass ring in the hole first for safety) and the rest of the holes can be filled with wooden decorations, such as a wooden 6 and wooden figures that represent the child and the season they were born in. For example, if it is spring, you might put in wooden flowers, birds, rainbow, or baby animals. Wooden peg dolls as well as stones and other natural elements can be used to fill the holes. Birthday Table: The birthday ring is set on the special birthday table which can be decorated with playsilks, felt ornaments, flowers, artwork, and photos of the birthday child. In many Waldorf traditions, a felt star wand is placed on this table whether mixed in with flowers or in its own special spot. Birthday Story: The birthday story is one of the more creative parts of the birthday celebration. You can start the story with each candle that you light on the birthday ring and share memories of each corresponding year as you light each candle. Or you can tell the story after all the candles are lit on the birthday ring. This story will include what their birth was like, what the day they were born was like, and 3-4 milestones from each year that has passed. Traditional Waldorf birthdays incorporate some version of the Rainbow Bridge story where your child is looking down on the earth from above, seeing their parents and choosing to cross the 'Rainbow Bridge' to join their family on the earth. Another version of this story can be found in the book Beyond The Rainbow Bridge by Barbara Patterson. The picture book Little Angel's Journey offers another version of the story with beautiful illustrations by Dzvinka Hayda. To find more examples and templates for birthday stories, see below. Birthday Chair: A chair of honor for the birthday child is set up at the birthday table. This special chair is wrapped with ribbons and fabric, and then decorated with leaves, flowers, and perhaps balloons. What are some classic Waldorf birthday party decorations? Decorations for a Waldorf Birthday tend to focus on natural materials that are soothing to the senses of the birthday child. Flowers and seasonal elements are important parts of the decoration. Families can make felted letters of the birthday child’s name to hang along with fabric streamers or crepe paper streamers, and fabric garlands that can be reused every year. Play silks are used to wrap presents and to decorate tables. What are some special songs, verses, and books to incorporate into the birthday celebration? The Birthday Book by Ann Druitt, Christine Fynes-Clinton, and Marije Rowling has wonderful ideas for bringing meaning in the Waldorf tradition to your child’s special day including ideas for games and activities, recipes, decorations and much more. Here are a few Waldorf Verses suited to birthday celebrations: In heaven shines a golden star An angel led you from afar From heaven high unto the earth And brought you to your house of birth And the angel led you Across the rainbow bridge saying: “Joy and laughter you may bring To everyone and everything” And on the Earth you were born And we looked at you and said: “Look at this precious gift from the heavens. We shall name her/him _____________.” Birthday Verse The light of the world Came down to Earth To shine for all mankind I carry that light Within myself In my will, In my heart, And in my mind. The Earth Goes Round The Sun During the song, the guest of honor walks in a large circle, with a candle (symbolizing the sun) at the center. You can have guests on the periphery hold symbols of the seasons in order (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall) around the circle. The guest of honor can begin near the symbols of the season in which they were born, then walk around the circle slowly enough to arrive back where they started by the end of each verse. (To the tune of The Farmer In The Dell) The Earth goes ‘round the sun The Earth goes ‘round the sun It takes a year, your birthday’s here And then you’re one! The Earth goes ‘round the sun, The Earth goes ‘round the sun, It takes a year, your birthday’s here And then you’re two! (Continue for as many verses as the child’s age.) We hope this Q & A has answered some of your questions about the traditions that make up a Waldorf Birthday and that it has encouraged you to add some special new components to your family celebrations. As we said in the beginning, there is no “right” way to have a Waldorf-inspired birthday. The beauty of traditions is that they are pulled from different cultures and family backgrounds to create a unique blend of festivity. Perhaps you will add the birthday ring and the birthday chair and one verse for the night before or you may choose to make a felted crown and cape and stick to your families' cultural traditions. Whatever you choose, we hope that your celebrations feel authentic to you and your children and that they are filled with love, light, and laughter! Be sure to share your special Waldorf birthday traditions, and any new ones you add that you found in this blog post with us on Instagram @bellalunatoys and use the hashtag #bellalunatoys. Thank you to Heather for sharing this beautiful birthday table she created for her daughter's 5th birthday. You can see more from Heather about homeschooling and her Waldorf home on Instagram @daughtersandthings
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EXCLUSIVE: Lilac Jackson, four, from Cheltenham, was diagnosed with spastic diplegia cerebral palsy after her first birthday, and was told she would likely 'never walk or talk'.
Embrace the sunshine filled days with this lavender cake with apricot jam and honey buttercream. Sweet, fragrant, delicate and sure to enchant each and every person who gets to have a slice.
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- The Rains! The word for rain, in Sanskrit, is Varsa. Nabhas refers to the months by which the rains span in India and it means mist, clouds or sky. This describes our little Varsa.
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These creative party platter ideas will have everyone talking at your next party! Who says store-bought, ready-made food items can’t be awesome party foods? With delicious store-bought stuff and a ton of creativity, you can make some seriously impressive party platters that are going to be perfect for any occasion. Having a party is definitely
**************************************************** About this artist: Charles James Folkard (1878 –1963) was an English illustrator. He worked as a conjuror before becoming a prolific illustrator of children’s books. In 1915, he created Teddy Tail, a popular cartoon character who ran in the Daily Mail newspapers for decades. Folkard is well known for his work on The Arabian Nights, Grimms' Fairy Tales, Aesop's Fables, and Pinocchio. **************************************************** This darling collection of illustrations by Charles Folkard is circa 1921 from the book Songs from Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis Carroll. This is set 1 of 2 from this book and includes 12 full-color illustrations. Perfect for all of your custom craft ideas, decorative wall art, scrap-booking, greeting cards, printing and framing, etc. Size varies with each illustration. 1st sample illustration prints at 18" x 23.25" at 72 DPI, 8.5" x 11" at 150 DPI or 4.25" x 5.5" at 300 DPI (Image is 1302 x 1678 pixels). Note: The frame shown in the first sample is intended to give you an idea of how these illustrations may look when framed however the frame and other props are not included in purchase. Watermark does not appear on your downloaded images of course. Your purchase includes 5 zip files containing PNG images to download for the whole set of 12 illustrations. These images are currently in the Public Domain in the United States which means you can use them however you like with no restrictions. Note that some plates may exhibit minor imperfections due to age. **************************************************** This listing is for an INSTANT DIGITAL DOWNLOAD of this artwork and no physical item will be mailed to you. Here’s how it works: * Purchase this listing * After payment is confirmed you will be taken to the download page, and an email will be sent to you with your download link * Click “Download”, save the file to your computer, print, and enjoy! Please let me know if you have any questions about or problems with your download! **************************************************** Thank you for visiting the Lithograph Library. All rights reserved by Lithograph Library, downloaded files may not be resold or shared but may otherwise be used without restriction.
