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You are here: Home / birthday / 1st birthday / You Are My Sunshine Birthday Brunch {guest feature}

You Are My Sunshine Birthday Brunch {guest feature}

I have a confession to make. I was busy working on another blog post for today when I checked my “in” box and found this stunning 1st birthday party submission from photographer extraordinaire, Wendy Updegraff. I immediately hit “save” on the other post and got busy on this one! The party is for Wendy’s niece who turned one, and her talented mom created the cutest “You Are My Sunshine” birthday brunch. With all of the vibrant colors, playful fabrics & trims, and stylish food display I’m sure you will love this as much as I do.

The welcome sign in the top photo points guests to the pool area where brunch is served. There, they find all the usual breakfast menu items displayed in mini sizes and with lots of style. You’ll see the sun motif used in several locations: above the food table, part of the centerpiece on the seated table, and on the tote bags that hold favors.

I love the use of fabrics and ribbon with their mix-n-match patterns and colors. Mom even dressed up little Zoe’s high chair in a most adorable way!

Even the tablecloths look amazing! The layered cloth with ball fringe trim is gorgeous and sophisticated but still whimsical enough for a toddler’s party. Personalized tote bags were filled with bubbles, sunscreen, and flower seeds for each little guests to take home. There were also specially wrapped cd’s for each family, that was a “rainy day music mix.”

Above is the cutest little one year old standing by her birthday sign, and the invitation that started it all. Every last detail is simply stunning.

Wendy and her family are obviously talented with an eye for detail.  To see more of her work check out the brightly colored baby shower for she threw for her sister (pregnant with Zoe) and the “Up!” birthday party she designed for her own daughter.

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July 27, 2011 12:43 pm Chris Filed Under: 1st birthday, Brunch, Guest Feature, multi color

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  1. Amanda says

    April 6, 2015 at 1:01 am

    Where did you get the big paper to make the giant sun behind the table? Or is it paper?

  2. cathy Caballero (@cuttysark_roy) says

    November 15, 2014 at 8:15 pm

    Hi, i love your sunshine birthday party theme. I love the mini pancakes and sandwich. Also the birthday invitations just perfect. Thank you for sharing!

  3. Michelle says

    January 12, 2013 at 11:05 am

    I love everything about this post! Thanks so much for sharing.

  4. Erics says

    January 11, 2013 at 2:02 pm

    Can you tell me where you got those cute tote bags??

  5. Jenn says

    July 25, 2012 at 8:39 pm

    Any ideas or tips for how the pancake stacks were kept warm?! I love her presentation here and would like to do something similar with my upcoming brunch party, but love the look w/o a clunky warming tray or chafing dish.

    • Chris says

      July 25, 2012 at 8:44 pm

      Jenn, you can place them stacked on the dish & put in the oven set on it’s lowest temperature. Take them out when ready to serve.

  6. stacie says

    June 21, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    Hi! I like your version of “bacon and eggs!” I’m doing a “Sunday Funnies” Poolside Brunch for my son’s first birthday in a few weeks. Do you mind sharing the recipe? Thanks!

    • Chris says

      June 26, 2012 at 3:59 pm

      Stacie, Here’s my favorite recipe of deviled eggs with bacon: https://celebrationsathomeblog.com/2011/04/delicious-deviled-eggs-with-bacon.html

  7. Whitney says

    April 30, 2012 at 8:04 am

    I am trying I figure out who I need to contact to see if I can get these invitations made or order them. Im doing a sunshine party for my daughters 1st birthday! Thank you for your help!

    • Chris says

      April 30, 2012 at 1:52 pm

      Whitney, unfortunately we weren’t provided with vendor credits for this party. I know the stylist and her family are very much DIY’ers and create many things on their own. I think they may have done that with the invitations.
      Sorry I can’t help more.

    • Jenna says

      May 9, 2012 at 6:26 pm

      just found some like them on etsy.
      http://www.etsy.com/listing/81333278/1st-birthday-party-invitations-brighter

      • Chris says

        May 9, 2012 at 6:33 pm

        Wow, thank you for the link, Jenna!

    • Lindsay O. says

      June 14, 2012 at 3:04 pm

      Hi, I actually found this site, which was linked from the invitation artist’s website. You can find the artist at http://www.lindsayletters.com/link-love/ (And no, it’s not me, we just share a first name!)

  8. jodi says

    April 5, 2012 at 9:40 pm

    love it … how did you get those pancakes so perfectly sized??? i am hosting a party in a week and would love to figure this out.

    • Chris says

      April 6, 2012 at 12:06 pm

      Jodi, there are cooking rings that are sold in home stores like Bed, Bath, and Beyond.

  9. Chris @ Celebrations At Home says

    January 9, 2012 at 12:12 pm

    Divya, I think most things were DIY, but you may want to contact Wendy {linked in post} to ask for sure. Hope that helps : )

  10. Divya Merchant says

    January 5, 2012 at 1:07 pm

    Love the theme! I am starting to plan my daughters first bday in March. Where did you get the tote bags and sun motif?

  11. jayvee says

    September 4, 2011 at 3:01 pm

    Everything was just amazing..done with perfection .Zoe is really lucky to have a mom like that.

  12. [email protected] says

    August 11, 2011 at 1:15 am

    would LOVE to know how to get the invitations and banner and sign over the high chair? were they custom made? LOVE IT ALL!

  13. [email protected] Mint Daisy Design Studio says

    July 28, 2011 at 2:05 pm

    Love, love, love!! The invitations (&envelope) are gorgeous!! Who made them and the big banner matching the invites? The details are amazing!

  14. Val says

    July 28, 2011 at 12:59 pm

    Amazing party! Great details. LOVED the invitation. — very creative.

    Val @ Twelve30designs.blogspot.com

  15. Hand Made Knitwear says

    July 28, 2011 at 2:10 am

    I remember when my daughter, Zoe, was turning one! Now she is in college! Keep your eyes open! It happens in the blink of any eye! Looks like a great party! Love the time capsule!

    Sheila

  16. Sandi says

    July 27, 2011 at 10:46 pm

    adorable!! Love all the colors!

  17. Melissa C says

    July 27, 2011 at 9:38 pm

    Too cute! Love all the details and bright colors.

  18. Jen ~ Passion-for-Parties.com says

    July 27, 2011 at 1:44 pm

    LOVE this! So bright and cheery! The invites are GORGEOUS!

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