Our little fairy turned 1 years old. I cannot believe it! My favorite thing about our little girl right now is how she loves to say hi to everyone she meets — but never wants to be far from my side. She is truly my little buddy, and I couldn’t feel more blessed. I love her so much. Here’s a few things we did to celebrate her.
Fairy First Birthday Party Celebration
- Printed out photos from her first year of life and put them over the whole house
- Created a fairy themed cake
- Set up a fairy scavenger hunt
- Made a fairy house painting station for older cousins and friends
- Put three 6 foot tables together for an outdoor dining experience
- Set up a food table with fairy themed foods like pixie punch
- We added fairy lights in the basement for a fun space for kids to explore
- Invited close friends and family
First Year Photos
Capturing the precious moments of your little one’s first year of life is a beautiful way to celebrate their growth and milestones. We scattered these cherished photos throughout our home, creating a heartwarming journey through time. From those first sleepy newborn days to the wobbly first steps, each image tells a story of love, laughter, and the magic of watching our fairy princess blossom. These photos not only decorated our space but also served as conversation starters, allowing guests to share in the joy of our daughter’s first year. I used my gold purse stands to hold the decorative banner and found tassels at the dollar store. It was a wonderful way to reflect on how much she’s grown and how she’s touched the lives of everyone around her.
A Fairy Themed Smash Cake
The centerpiece of our fairy-themed celebration was a magical smash cake designed especially for our little fairy princess. This whimsical creation was created with a few accessories from amazon. The cake itself was a basic white cake from Walmart. Atop the cake, we placed fairy figurines, little wooden mushrooms, faux greenery, and a wooden door. As our daughter dove into her first taste of birthday cake, she made a dainty dent into the smash cake.
A Fairy Scavenger Hunt and Fairy House Painting
To add an extra layer of enchantment to our fairy-themed celebration, we organized a delightful fairy scavenger hunt and set up a fairy house painting station. The scavenger hunt led our little guests on a magical journey around the party area, searching for hidden fairy treasures and completing whimsical tasks. For the older children and creative adults, we set up a fairy house painting station. We provided small wooden birdhouses, non-toxic paints, glitter, and various decorative elements like flower and butterfly stickers from the dollar store. This activity not only kept our guests entertained but also allowed them to take home a personalized fairy dwelling as a memento of the magical day.
Fairy Food
On the menu we had waffles, toppings for waffles like syrup and marshmallows. My mom made a chicken salad with croissant along with an egg casserole. I totally forgot to set out the bowls of fruit so don’t make that mistake! Having matching table clothes really help with the flow of the table settings. I used real moss and used a bunch of mushrooms from the dollar store along with a few other fun fairy themed items from Hobby Lobby. I am going to share a few of my favorite decorating items down below. For drinks we used lemonade and called it pixie punch. My sister brought a cold brew coffee.
Friends and Family
We obviously won’t do this for every birthday but it was extremely fun to have most of Rhema’s family present. All of my siblings and most of Johns came with their families and that is so precious. Since we recently moved a few of my dear friends came out to celebrate too.
While the one-year-old may not remember the event, this celebration marks the completion of a transformative year filled with rapid growth, countless firsts, and the strengthening of family bonds. It’s a time for parents to reflect on the joys and challenges of their first year of parenthood, and to express gratitude for the precious gift of their child. This celebration also serves as an opportunity to gather loved ones, creating lasting memories and photographs that will be cherished for years to come. Moreover, it’s a beautiful way to introduce the child to the concept of celebration and family traditions, setting the foundation for future birthdays and milestones. Ultimately, a first birthday party is not just about the cake and presents; it’s a heartfelt acknowledgment of love, growth, and the promise of a bright future.
Fairy First Birthday Party Decorations
Hannah is a radio/podcast host, blogger, and mental health therapist who loves Jesus and fashion. Her work revolves around betrayal trauma and the eldest daughter population.
