8.6.15

A DIY Frozen Themed Birthday Party !

       
 Frozen Themed Birthday Party
           Dear Friends , the 2nd half of May each year is super busy for me as my daughter celebrates her birthday on May 30th. In India we have a lot of religious festivals with elaborate rituals and customs but in our home we give  a miss to most of these festivals and give the maximum importance to celebrating our little girl's [ no more little!] birthday!
DIY Frozen Themed Birthday
             In January, I had shared some Foam baskets I had made in advance for her Birthday and many of you had commented I was so smart to plan so much in advance! Well May arrives and I am not feeling very smart as the little princess claims she wants a " Frozen" theme party . In usual "stressed out" - "no time for it" - Mom mode I panicked but thinking back it was one of the most enjoyable themes to DIY for a birthday party!
         The net abounds in Frozen theme party ideas and the best thing was the color scheme of blue and white and lots of snowflakes. My daughter is currently in love with the color blue [ she did go through and orange phase some years back!] and who doesn't love snowflakes!!
          Sharing lots of pics and tips so that any mom/ grandma/ dad/ aunt out there with a birthday girl who demands a Frozen party can take courage...we did it and so can you!
1. Invitation Cards
The first thing we made were the Invitation cards.
Frozen Invitation Cards
They were super simple this year compared to our  Scroll Shaped Card for our Egyptian Party last year]
Frozen Invitation Cards
           We started with white card stock, embossed it using a Sizzix folder , stamped snowflakes[ Itsy Bitsy foam stamp] , randomly sponged on blue ink and topped it off with punched glitter foam stars ! I  am especially proud of them as they were designed and made by the birthday girl herself!
Tip : Keeping things random as in the random stamping and sponging made these cards super quick & easy  to make .A bit of glitter  [ like in our glitter foam star] always adds a bit of  glamour!
2. Easy Snowflakes
Paper Snowflakes

          We used this tutorial of  Paper snowflakes/ stars I made long back when my daughter was younger. This time I am proud to say the birthday girl could make a snowflake completely on her own! We used regular thin chart paper to make huge snowflakes  and hung them all over the house!
Paper Snowflakes
Tip : this is one decoration you can afford to make some  errors..you dont have to cut perfect straight lines or even cut lines at equal distances..your final snowflakes will still turn out cool! If  you dont obsess about perfection these are quicker to make!
Frozen theme Party Props : Castle and Snowflake Tree
Frozen Party Decor

3.Frozen theme Castle
I really wanted to make a huge 3 D cardboard castle but time was a big crunch so I had cook up a way to give my little girl her theme castle...!
Frozen theme Castle
           We altered the pink and purple toy castle you can see as a prop in our Tangled theme birthday party . The toy had faded over the years so we actually gave it a face lift ! I spray painted it white first and handed it over to my daughter to paint blue wherever she wanted!
Frozen theme Castle
Tip : When in a time crunch use props you may already be having in your home!

4.Icicle - Snowflake Tree
Snowflake Tree
           Okay this one just happened! I had all these spoons [ from my daughter's Pediasure days!] dumped on my table as I was sorting through spoons for the party .Distractedly  stacked them while I was thinking of the party menu and lo I had created an Icicle tree!
Spoon Craft
Well a sorry looking icicle tree [yeah I invented that word!] till you dress it up with glittery snowflakes [ made using a sizzix die and glitter foam]
Glitter Foam Snowflakes
Tip : You can make decorations by recycling the craziest of things!
5. Happy Birthday Accordion

Accordion Happy Birthday Banner
I am still obsessed with Karen Burniston' s Pop Up Accordion die  [earlier projects here : Pop Up Dangler Card, Pop Up Accordion Card] and used to it make a glittery Happy Birthday in a Pop Up - Accordion style

Accordion Happy Birthday Banner
            All the silver and blue glittery elements were die cut from glitter foam . Added a layered snowflake in the centre of the accordion for the Frozen theme!
Tip : If you dont have time to make a big Birthday Banner , a simple Accordion style [even without the pop up element] Happy Birthday is an easy yet glamorous looking birthday decoration to make!
6.Frozen themed Birthday Card
Pop Up Birthday Card
Now this was a super simple highly un-embellished card but you know what...the birthday girl loved it!!
Pop Up Birthday Card
           And no I didnt even print out the images of the characters from the movie [ Murphy's Law of Printing: Home Printer wont work when its  really needed to work]! Like most crafters I hoard a lot of stuff and the images were cut out from the packaging of the Frozen character toys I got my daughter!
Pop Up Birthday Card 

The delicate "Happy Birthday" and cute snowflake were die -cut from glitter foam [Yeah you know I love glitter foam!]
7.Blue Balloons !!!
Frozen Decor
            As I already told you one of the easiest things about the Frozen theme was the color scheme. It was so easy to give an instant Frozen theme look by simply decorating with lots of blue and white balloons!
Time Saver Tip : Using double sided foam tape to stick balloons to wooden/metal/plastic surfaces is much quicker than tying strings on them and hanging them! But do avoid foam tape on your walls as  it can peel off your wall paint when removing!
8. Olaf the Snowman 
Olaf the snowman 
         If you have seen the movie  I bet one of your favorite characters is Olaf the snowman! Many of you know my daughter loves to draw and paint .Well she drew and painted 2 huge Olafs and we propped them on card board supports to complete our Frozen theme Decor!
The Birthday Girl
I hope you enjoyed  our Frozen theme Birthday Party decorations. We made lots more Frozen themed crafts and I will share them in subsequent posts!
Supplies :  Stamps: Itsy Bitsy Snowflake Foam stamp,
Paper : Blue stars and rosettes made with Chart Paper,Olaf and cards made with Ivory Card Stock,
Punches : Martha Stewart Deep Daisy fan from Crafers Corner [ on the rosettes],  Star Foam  Punch
Dies : Sizzix Winter Die from Crafters Corner, Elizabeth Craft Designs Karen Burniston Oval Accordion Pop Up die, Elizabeth Craft Designs Happy Birthday, Spellbinders Snowflake Die, Spellbinders Donna’s Alphas , Sizzix You are Invited Embossing folder 

46 comments:

  1. How fun! Looks like you did a fabulous job even with the time crunch. I love all the blue and your darling girl looks happy!

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  2. Ths one is treat for d eyes...i m in love with tht little spoon snowflake tree.. superb and yes indeed a crazy idea...ur daughter is as talented as u...and huge snowflakes...very pretty...

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  3. WOW...Just stunning project and a great detailing Doc...Belated birthday wishes to ur creative kid, Prisha :) The spoon icicle tree idea just blew me away...Altogether great project!!! Visual Treat to the visitors for sure!

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  4. A belated happy birthday and lots of love to Prisha !! Both of you did a great great job !!

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  5. That is a lot of work Sonia! So happy to see Prisha budding into a crafter so early & happy to see her creation!

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  6. Wow Sonia - how gorgeous... All the decors are simply fantastic, looks like it was a fun party.... Happy belated birthday, You both are so talented in all that you do....... Love your pretty home too!

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  7. WOW!! Your decorations and invitations look stunning. I am sure her birthday will be very special..Loz

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  8. Wow. This frozen theme party decoration is amazing!! The fact that you hand created each and every detail over here leaves me speechless. The spoon snowflake tree is definitely one of my favorites. Such a clever idea and your daughter looks so pretty in her birthday dress :)

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  9. Wow, what a fabulous array of decorations! You and Prisha have made wonderful creations together. I hope the birthday girl had a brilliant birthday with all her friends and family. Debra x

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  10. Wow! This if the best theme party. Your guests must have enjoyed frozen party in May! Icicle tree is brilliant!

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  11. Every young child's dream of a fairy tale birthday....awesome.xxx

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  12. Frozen is really big now and you see Frozen themed items everywhere. You did a great job on this. I bet your daughters friends loving getting a party invitation, The two of you turn these in to a spectacular gala event

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  13. OMG..This is sooooo pretty! I love each and every detail, specially the spoons idea.. A very happy birthday to princess! she is lucky to have a creative mom who always make her feel special with wonderful creative ideas. Yay!
    Enjoy ~

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  14. Wow, a dream birthday party! The decorations are amazing.....love how you recycled packaging to make the pretty cards.

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  15. I hazard to think what you would have cooked up if you had the time! So many clever ideas, tips and tricks. Must have been an amazing party. Thanks for sharing. Your daughter must have been thrilled.
    xxx Asha

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  16. Wow wow wow wowwwwwwwwwwwwww!! You are AMAZING!!! Everything looks WOW!!!!!!!!!!! I love love love that icicle tree you made! That is PURE GENIUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  17. Oh wow, everything looks so amazing, Sonia!! You both did a fabulous job decorating!! What a fun party!! I love everything you and Prisha created!! Those snowflakes are fabulous!! And the icicle tree - genius!! The two Olafs that she painted - adorable!! Love it all!! I hope she had a wonderful birthday!! Have a great day :)

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  18. Oh my goodness! This turned out fabulous! I love that she was actually able to get crafty with you and do some of the decor! Love the re purposed castle idea. What a wonderful and memorable party for her! As always, it is such a treat to stop in and see your crafting!
    -Melin

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  19. perfect party decorations for a special day. love it. hugs

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  20. After seeing your accordion card in a challenge, I bought it and it should arrive today. I just love what you did for the Frozen Party and will use some of your ideas. Don't know where you find the time from your career, family and then make these beautiful projects and cards.

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  21. What a wonderful party! Everything is just magical. I love your snowflake tree and how you recycled plastic spoons for it. That embossing folder is spectacular. What a great way to make fast and fantastic invitation cards. I love that you and Prisha did the castle redo as a joint project and Prisha's Olafs are amazing. What a talented girl, so much like her talented mother.
    Hugs & smiles to you both,
    Teresa

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  22. I'm in awe of your creativity, doc. I can very well relate to you when you said the your darling girl's bday is the biggest celebration of the year. And I must say you have done such an amazing, amazing job at the Frozen themed party. Prisha's drawing is awesome.

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  23. Amazing!!! What a wonderful Frozen birthday party for such a sweet girl. What a special mom you are to make her birthday so special. Love it all!

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  24. AWE!! How fun for your "little" one to have such a beautifully decorated party! :) Frozen must be a big deal everywhere and not just the U.S. For the last year or so that's all I've seen is the "Frozen" theme and theme song for the movie! LOL!! I don't have any girls and don't have any little children...I supposed when I'm a grandma, I'll be able to enjoy something! LOL!!

    You've done a lot of work and such special designs with the Frozen theme! So glad she is able to help you and develop her artistic talents with her mom! :) I'm sure she is thrilled with it and a Happy Birthday to her!! Thanks for sharing! ;) HUGS

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  25. Happy Birthday to your Daughter and well done for the great decorations!

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  26. You can Disney to shame. This is one beautiful party décor. You always amaze with your gifted talents. Thank you sharing and allowing us to be a part of this festive décor.

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  27. beautiful decorations... love your creativity!! and your daughter is very creative too.. Olaf is beautiful..

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  28. Fantastic theme and love the blue and white decorations...what a wonderful Birthday your lass must have had..and wishing her a very Happy birthday. [and now I am singing"let it go' and probably will all day..lol..]

    luv CHRISSYxx

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  29. Everything looks just beautiful! I'm sure Prisha had a wonderful day! Happy belated Birthday Miss Prisha!
    Pam.
    scrap-n-sewgranny.blogspot.com

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  30. What a beautifully themed party you did create. And I can just imagine the fun that your lovely daughter had in helping to create all the innovative & creative decorations. To my mind, that would be just as much fun for both of you, as the final resulting party. Am sure that all her guests enjoyed the Frozen party and my goodness, your daughter is such an exquisitely beautiful young lady. She's blessed to have such a creative Mom who could help her make her dream party become a reality. Thanks for sharing all the fun with us. Hugs

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  31. OH my god !! This is superb . Love the entire theme and the way you have decorated it. This is absolutely stunning. And I am sure everybody would have loved it. Love love each and every single details of the theme and specially olaf its super cute.
    Belated birthday wishes.

    Love & hugs
    Isha.

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  32. Wow! I don't even know what to say... you both did such a spectacular job whisking the guests into a beautifully Frozen wonderland! Every detail is perfect and every idea is inspiring. I love how involved she was... she's growing up far too quickly. :o) This is beyond dreamy and the special memories will live on forever. Amazing as always, my talented friend!

    Hugs and blessings,
    Karen

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  33. Wow..All the party decoration look so professional ! A big thumbs up for Prisha's Invites .The spoon tree is a genius idea and loved the accordion card !

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  34. Meine Güte, was für eine prächtige Dekoration.
    Wie für eine Prinzessin :-)
    Wunderschön und einzigartig. So viele schöne Details. Ein Traum.

    Herzlichst Sophie

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  35. Enjoy seeing this photos again & again dear. you always come out with great idea

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  36. Hi Sonia...beautiful pics with all beautiful creations. Lovely invitation cards, home deco, castle and everything.Happy Birthday to your princess!!

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  37. It's amazing!!! A visual feast for the eyes. Love them all. Thanks for sharing it.

    Belated Birthday Wishes to Prisha!

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  38. A visual feast for the eyes!!!!!!Beautiful pics with all beautiful creations. Lovely invitation cards, castle and everything .You always come up with great ideas!!! Awe inspiring as always.....
    Nice to get a glimpse of your beautiful well kept house.......I'm sure Prisha had great great time .

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  39. Holy Wowsers Sonia! I scrolled up and down for so long, my coffee got cold!! I suddenly wish I was a little girl again, just so I could have come to that party!! You really went all out and the results are just spectacular!! Happy Birthday to Prisha! hugs :)

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  40. So clever! What a lucky daughter! Happy Birthday Belated to her! :^)
    Hugs, Penny

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  41. That is so very creative! I would love to be a part of this creative frozen party :D

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  42. Wow! So many awesome decorations for your Frozen party! Everything looks beautiful! I am sure you daughter loved all of it! Thanks for sharing with us at Scrapy Land Challenge #19!

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  43. Stunning decoration!!! Come and join us to our challenge.
    http://quirkycrafts.blogspot.com/2015/06/challenge-13-quirky-rosettes.html

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  44. Beautiful decorations! What a lucky girl to have such a talented Mum!!!

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  45. So cute themed birthday party! I loved seeing the kiddos having fun in this brilliant party. It was a perfect idea to celebrate your child’s birthday. I have also been finding the local event venues in NYC for my son’s 9th birthday party. He has demanded to have superhero party.

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  46. loved the themes

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