Ice Cream Parlor Party

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It’s here again, the most anticipated day of the year for my darling daughter, Saheli! Yup, her 7th birthday… Really? I have a seven year old? That can’t be true. Another year has flown by and I’ve treasured every moment I’ve had with her. Every moment has been special, even the tantrums lol. She has been a little spark of happiness in our lives!          
 
Her birthday was a small affair again this year, low key with lots of fun touches. Hot summer days are just perfect for ice-cream parties, and that’s what she had asked for. All the kids had so much fun making their own sundaes, with all the toppings they could ever wish for! What fun way to cool off!
It’s time to start screaming for ice cream!!!
 
 
And here are some beautiful photos by Per Se Photography …
Saheli and I had so much fun making these red velvet cakepops

Graduation Party

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The caps have been thrown, the diplomas have been received, the speeches have been made. You know what that means… now it’s time to par-tay!

Well, he did it! My little brother Ronak has graduated from medical school. I’m so very proud of him. It was such a great weekend spending time with family and celebrating his accomplishment. The day couldn’t have been more perfect. Gorgeous weather, great family, delicious food and loads of fun!

Here is the whole Sweet Table done in a fresh but sophisticated color palette of blue and white chevron pattern (my personal favorite pattern this year) with a pop of black.



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Favors (Ice Halwah) by Anvie Sweet Fusions

Mother’s Day Brunch

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Whatever else is unsure in this stinking dunghill of a world a mother’s love is not. ~James Joyce
Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there!!  Whether it’s your first or you’ve lost count, I salute you for doing the hardest and most important job on earth!

I have a confession — I love brunch parties as much as I love cocktail parties so when my daughter said, “Maa, I want to throw you a mother’s day brunch party” it was gift in itself. Though it meant I’d do most of the work, who says there’s a “right way” to celebrate mother’s day?  I’m allowed to do what I love, and that is to entertain in style!

Here is a brunch table designed by my kids and executed by me. And thanks to my hubby for all the help in the kitchen, killer mimosas, AND those lovely jewels around my neck!



Pixie Fairy Party

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All you need is Faith and Trust and a little bit of Pixie Dust! Fly on over to little Fairy Arshia’s beautiful Pixie Hollow! Your heart will flutter while viewing these images.

Wouldn’t you love to turn into a magical fairy on your Birthday? Every little girl deserves to feel like a fairy… what little girl doesn’t love Pixie dust, fairy wings, twirling tutus and sweets? Arshia loves all things pretty & purple, she had her birthday wishes granted by her mom, Ashima… so fairy party it was! She and her friends had a fairy fabulous time filled with fairy dust and crafts.

So without further adieu, stroll through the Pixie Hollow and enjoy all of the delightful details. All fairies welcome!
 

Budget-friendly Holiday Tablescape

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Wow your guests this holiday season with a simple, elegant, budget-friendly tablescape.
Budgets tighten up when the holidays roll around… between buying gifts, throwing parties, vacationing and taking time off work, your decoration budget may be small or even nonexistent. Don’t let a small bankroll add to your holiday stress! No need to break the bank, be resourceful, use things around the house… you’ll be surprised how your tablescape will come together. Remember to have fun. It’s not about how much money goes into your tablescape but more about the creativity. Your friends and family will appreciate the time and care that went into the finished product more than an expensive, elaborate set up.
Simplest things like personalizing wine glasses can serve multiple purposes — you can use them as place-cards so that your guests have assigned seating, also, use them in place for wine glass charms so the drinks don’t get mixed up and more importantly your guests will feel extra special!
Tie a whimsical ornament in place of expensive napkin rings. It’ll be a great conversation starter.
Here is a simple yet elegant centerpiece… I borrowed some holiday ornaments from my Christmas tree and a silver snack boat that I had sitting on one of my end tables.
Last but not least, a gorgeous Holiday cocktail ~
1 oz Vodka
1/2 oz Amaretto
3 oz Cranberry juice
1 Jingle-bell gumdrop

Fashionista in Paris

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Ooh la la… A “Fashionista in Paris” themed celebration as Mademoiselle Zara Elizabeth Kai turns 1!

So about a month ago, my lovely fashionista friend Chaitali who I went to elementary school with called me to help her style her daughter Zara’s 1st birthday party — of course I was super excited! She wanted to take advantage and choose a Parisian-themed birthday party while she still has full say over her daughter’s birthday theme. We chose a traditional Parisian color palette of black and light pink. Chaitali has always inspired me when it comes to fashion, so I thought it would be perfect to style a “Fashionista in Paris” themed party — it was only fitting! The party turned out fabulously! Little Zara was surrounded by beautiful petite pastries and more importantly, she was surrounded by people who love her.
Here is “la petite boulangerie” (small bakery) which includes gotta have French Macaroons & Ice Helewah by Zara’s super talented aunt Vaishy @Anvie Sweet Fusion
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Pirate Party

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Ahoy there, me hearties!!! Round up your gold and treasure… it’s Samay’s pirate birthday party we’re havin’!

The cutest little boy in the whole wide world turned 4 this month – celebrating his birthday is an absolute delight as we mark another year he filled our lives with joy! My little guy’s special day falls around Halloween… so what better time to have a pirate-themed party! It got all the children in the spirit of Halloween, everyone had such a blast dressing up! Even the adults enjoyed swaggering about for an afternoon, growling “Ye’ scrurvy dog!” & “Arrrgh, matey!” 



As the children entered they were invited to the accessory station where they had a chance to get into the pirate gears and play their part for the party. The kids chose from a wide array of pirate accessories like foam swords, skull bandanas, eerie eye patches, hook-for-a-hand, skull & bone tattoos and more! Once they were dressed, they sat down for their pirate grub and grog. Afterwards, they played some fun games like “pass the skull”, “pick up jewels by a hook” & “walk the plank”. This definitely turned out to be a party that everyone enjoyed!

This party is full of pirate adventure and party inspiration! I hope you enjoy viewing the photos as much as I enjoyed styling this party. It is by far my favorite themed party we’ve had so far! With Captain Samay leading the way, these little pirates enjoyed a day of fun in the high seas.

Arrrrrrrrrrgh, matey! I never thought in my wildest dreams we would have over a foot of snow in Oct. All the guests had already arrived and couldn’t leave until the next day… We had an after-party and that turned into a sleepover! What a memorable and fun-filled birthday!