Kenzie is 3!

Growing up birthdays have always been a big deal for me, I’m not sure if that is because I was an only child or what, but needless to say, as a Mom, I always vowed to make my children feel special on their birthdays. This doesn’t mean it always has to be a big extravagant party, just a day to be surrounded by people who love and adore them.

That being said, I totally stress about parties but somehow I always seem to pull them off. This year was particularly stressful trying to find the right location, our backyard is not really fit for a party so I had to look elsewhere. Of course, I waited too long to secure a park location but luckily my dear friend, Jess, just opened an awesome spot called Au Fudge and it was absolutely perfect.

I love the feel at Au Fudge, it almost feels like your at someone’s house, it is homey, bright and cheery. I went down to the Flower Mart the day before and did the arrangements the night before. I absolutely love making flowers and love having the personal touch.

Because I am a huge supporter of Shop Small, I wanted to definitely include some of my favorite shops in the celebration. Be sure to check out the end of the post for links to my go to shops.

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Photos by- Ashley Burns Photography

Invitations- Uh Oh Pasghettio

Decorations- Sweet Orange Fox

Tutu- Trevi_Ave_C0

Cake- Polakatots Cupcakes

Floral Crowns for gifts- Little Sparrow Bows

Wooden Wands- Smiling Tree Toys

Personalized Plates-  Arla Creations

Hutton’s Wild One Shirt- The Blue Envelope

Straws- Sprinkled Joy

Bags for the Cookies- Pink Poppy Paper Shop

Bev’s Jumper- Blaque Label

Bev’s necklace- Stella and Dot

Location- Au Fudge

Activities- Cookie decorating, making floral arrangements, painting bird houses, and of course DANCING.

And a very special thank you to Casi from cupcakeMAG and Chrissy from Good Carma Studios for helping this Mama pull everything off.