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Mama Kristen Dimond sure knows how throw a good party for her littles, as evidenced by this 4th birthday we shared a couple weeks back. When it came time to celebrate lil’ sis Penny’s 1st birthday, she went all out with a *spectacular* circus theme complete with the most amazing sweets ever (one example: giraffe smash cake!!!), face painting, fortune telling, a petting zoo and oh so much more. More photos by Alison Bernier below!
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The party had the most fun circus themed details at every station.
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Mismatched party supplies, so fun!
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And how about these little party animal place settings?
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The sweetest sisters.
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Cupcakes! Cookies! Cakes, oh my! Can we all just take a moment to appreciate the brilliance of this giraffe smash cake? It’s so dang cute.
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Petting zoos = always a hit. Remember that, mamas.
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Such a sweet day!
Happy 1st birthday, Penny!
Photographer: Alison Bernier / Planner: Kristen Dimond / Cake & Desserts: Jen Tee Bakes / Balloon Installation: The Pop Shop / Flowers: Not Just in Novels / Rentals: Fire & Creme / High Chair & Cake Stand Rental: Minted & Vintage / Dessert Cart: MTB Event Rentals / Linens: La Tavola / Cotton Candy: Bon Puf / Hotdog Cart: Serendoggity / Fortune Teller: Party Psychic / Kiddie Rides: Send in the Clowns / Face Painting: OC Face Paint / Petting Zoo: Reptacular Animals