Monday, August 19, 2019

Glass Jars and Fireflies

I wanted to show you a little more of Mia's 1st Birthday party we had for her.  Nel just moved back home, had to clean and organize her house, and get ready for a party in just a few weeks.
 
As I mentioned earlier, the party theme was
The Princess and the Frog.
Mia's dress was sweet.
 
 
Francesca had her party dress on too.
 
 
I have to tell you about these table centerpieces, cause Jess made them.   She got the idea from Pinterest.  The movie takes place in the Louisiana Bayou, so Jess got some glass mason jars and filled them with moss and flowers.   She used tea lights to make it look like fireflies.  Jess was getting a bit frustrated making them cause the tea lights were hard to fit in with the moss, but she managed to finish and created 10, one for each table.
 
 
Nel decorated the high chair for Mia
when it was time to sing.
 
 
The cake was whimsical and Yummy,
 
 
and Mia had a small cake just for herself.
 
 
Nel had a kiddie pool for the kids,
which was a great idea, cause they loved it.
 
 
Can you believe Francesca is already
taking swimming lessons?
 

Mia was all tuckered out at the end of the day.


 
It was a nice party,
and glad grandma was there to
share the special day.
 
~Sheri

37 comments:

R's Rue said...

Cutie.

Laurel Wood said...

Such a precious post. Those mason jars turned out so pretty! Such a delicious looking cake, too. Mia and Francesca are darling and I know you enjoyed this special occasion with family. xo

Anne Hagman-Niilola said...

Lovely post!

Susie said...

Sheri, All that sweetness is adorable. I love the dresses. That firefly idea is wonderful, love it. Blessings to you young gramma. xoxo, Susie

Rose said...

I am so glad you could be there, too. They are only little once. Savor every moment of it. Not that they are not still your babies, no matter how old they be. Lorelei just laughs when we call her the baby, and truthfully, I think she always will. I mostly do it in teasing but Papaw sometimes still forgets.

Their dresses are adorable and the cake is beautiful...but the girls take the prize for cuteness!

Debby said...

Must be nice being a Grandma. Love the photos.

Debbie Nolan said...

Dear Sheri - thank you for sharing the beautiful photos of your grandbabies - it looks like Mia's first birthday was so special and I am sure it was for you as well. Have a great day friend. Hugs!

Sandi said...

What a fancy party-- the ONE, the cake! The FABULOUS dress. :) And the happy Grandma!

Jill said...

So precious! Turned out lovely :-) Enjoy every second... as you know it goes by way too quickly!

Blessings,
Jill

Lowcarb team member said...

Oh Sheri, such a sweet post and wonderful photographs.
Lovely moments to share, you must be one very happy Grandma :)

All the best Jan

Marilyn Miller said...

How absolutely wonderful you could be a part of her celebration. I love the theme and the idea of fireflies in the jars. What cuties both of your granddaughters are.

The Joy of Home with Martha Ellen said...

Your girls give the most lovely parties, Sheri! All of the attention to detail is so nice. The birthday girl and her cousin are darling. I'm sure you are treasuring these special memories.

Debby Ray said...

Oh what a perfectly fun party...love the theme! Happy Birthday to sweet Mia! She and Francesca are absolutely adorable! Blessings!

Chatty Crone said...

Two granddaughters. So sweet. Their skin so sweet and new and fresh - right? Glad you got to go to the party. Sometime I wish I had a cake of my own. I like the pool party idea. Both girls dresses were gorgeous. I love the candles in the moss to be fireflies - I am going to remember that idea. Sandie

TARYTERRE said...

what adorable little girls. i'm glad grandma got to go to the party. everything looks lovely.

Patricia said...

I bet you are a very happy Grandma, Sheri. Those two little girls are darling and Happy Birthday to Princess Mia. That cake is just gorgeous.

Castles Crowns and Cottages said...

Magic my friend. How this world needs more of this magic.

Natalia said...

Oh wow! That is so so cute! You inspired me to think about a theme for my son 1st birthday!☺ And about Greek and Polish heritage - wow,the food in your home must have been so good☺

From The Heart said...

Such beautiful Granddaughters. Everything was great...you have very talented daughters!
Special memories.❤

Susan said...

Oh Sheri. What a wonderful birthday bash that was. Both Mia and Francesca are adorable dolls. LOVED their outfits. Oh my GOODNESS. And the cakes! And the decorations! Oh my, EVERYTHING. I loved the firefly jars. They were so unique. GREAT JOB GIRLS! Susan

Louca por porcelana said...

Everything is so beautiful!You had a great time!Those princesses are adorable!Congratulations!

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Ann said...

Mia and Francesca look so cute and adorable.
I love the pics especially Mia eating her own cake,
way to go Birthday Girl!
I bet your heart is filled with so much delight
because of these two little girls.
Have a great week Sheri ♥

Ann
https://roomsofinspiration.blogspot.com/

baili said...

Oh dear Sheri i loved these two little elegant ladies :)))

the dresses they wore looked so beautiful and decent :)

thank you for sharing these lovely sights ,cake is absolutely charming and Jess's work is adorable indeed !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
tiny pool sounds great enjoyment for little angles :) Loved shots of both girls

i can imagine how serene and happy you must have felt my dear friend :)

more blessings to you and family!

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Jean | DelightfulRepast.com said...

Sheri, what lovely decorations--love the "fireflies." That cake is a work of art. And what a lovely little guest of honor!

Pam said...

Happy Bday to that sweet little one. Wow, seems like yesterday that you were announcing a baby to come! They grow way to fast. Everleigh was born July 17, so it will be great that she finally gets to go home....which will be TODAY! Beautiful party for baby Mia. Dresses are adorable and I love the fairy jar.

Pilar said...

Mia and Francesca are so adorable and precious. I know that you're enjoying every minute of being a grandma Sheri :)

Maristela Guilherme said...

Que legal! É sempre muito bom celebar a vida.
Parabéns para a Mia.
bjs

It's me said...

Owww you must be so proud grandma Sheri...love them both 💕💕happy weekend love Ria 🌸🌺

Mellie said...

Hi, found my way here via Laurel Wood! What lovely photos and decorations. The Princess and the Frog was one of our favorite Disney movies as we live about an hour outside of New Orleans.

Jeanie said...

It looks like she's an early walker -- and a gorgeous one, too! I love all Nel's party ideas. She does such a terrific job with it all! What a great day.

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

The kiddie pool sure is a fabulous idea! And how neat that you got so many fun photos. The little ones sure have nice birthday parties and they are fun for everyone! Hugs!

Carla from The River said...

I love the creativity your girls put into the party. Love, Carla

handmade by amalia said...

Such a pretty party for your darling girls, Sheri. I like the idea of a special cake for the birthday girl, and she certainly seems to enjoy it.
Amalia
xo

Walking the Bean said...

Sheri,
Thx for sharing this. Like the centerpiece idea. And Mia's dress is way cute!

~christopher