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September 22, 2010 by: Courtney Whitmore

Vintage Shabby Chic 1st Birthday Party

vintage shabby chic 1st birthday party

vintage shabby chic birthday cake, wildflowers, and paper banner and paper party hat

Vintage Shabby Chic 1st Birthday Party

This is a post I have been excited to write for MONTHS. I designed this darling little girl’s 1st birthday party in a vintage/shabby-chic theme.  Little Charlie’s Mom, Susan, asked for my help, and I couldn’t have been more pleased to turn her vision into a reality. Through the summer, we pinned down every detail from sandwich flags to cake colors, and I’m excited to finally share the pictures!

Susan came to me with an overview of various pictures she loved, aspects of a party she wanted, etc. We worked through versions of a vintage/shabby-chic feel until I was able to pin down exactly what she wanted and turn it into this gorgeous party! Prop-shopping for darling Charlie was a blast. Every time I walked through a craft store, I found a new aspect to add to the party to make it unique and special for Susan and her family. From finding the perfect lace ribbon or embellishing a shadow box, designing this party has been one of the highlights of the year for me.

Susan decided on a coral/pink and aqua color scheme with pops of golden yellow. She also knew she wanted to have a dessert table as the main focus but also serve some “regular” food as well. With these details, I hit the ground running and helped Susan turn it into Charlie’s special party! Susan did such a fabulous job as well, and I’m one proud party designer – I walked her through the table set up and she rocked it! :)

With a fabulous team of vendors at my hands, I tapped some great designers to help with various aspects of the party.The vendor list can be found at the end.

vintage shabby chic 1st birthday party

vintage shabby chic birthday party

1st birthday party for little girl in vintage style

Party Hat – Amybugs Original Style
Paper Banner “Charlie is 1!” – Elizabeth Grace
Pink striped straws – cdk designs
Fabric Bunting Banner – Whitecliff Cottage
Fabric Flower on Cake – Bella Blossom Shop
Pom Poms – Party Poms
Invitation & Thank You Card Design – Blush Printables
Photography – DHM Photography
Design, Placecards, High Chair Ribbon Banner, Sandwich Flags, Thank You Bags/Tags/Party Boxes – Pizzazzerie

Thank you, Susan, for the sweet words! ” I had all of these ideas for my daughter’s 1st birthday party, that were all over the place, but had no way to execute them.  Courtney sculpted my vision far beyond my wildest dreams.  Instead of squeezing me into a mold of parties that she has thrown or seen in the past, she guided and shaped my ideas into a reality. Although Courtney lives almost 1000 miles away, she was with me every step of the way. Through countless emails and brainstorming sessions, she helped me create one of the most memorable parties. My friends and family are still talking about it!! Courtney is truly in a class of her own and there is no way I could have done it with out her.”

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Comments

  1. Aleah + Nick Valley says

    September 22, 2010 at 2:43 am

    This is absolutely, incredibly adorable! The details are too sweet!

    Reply
  2. Lydia says

    September 22, 2010 at 2:45 am

    How adorable!! Love the cakes. Courtney, you and this party are amazing!

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      September 22, 2010 at 5:17 am

      Thank you lydia :)

      Reply
  3. Allyson Harvey says

    September 22, 2010 at 2:46 am

    Coutrney – This is so fabulous! My favorite thing would have to be the cake – love love love!!

    Ally

    Reply
  4. Cari @ Socially Circled says

    September 22, 2010 at 3:02 am

    Beautiful!!!

    Reply
  5. Sarah J says

    September 22, 2010 at 4:09 am

    Amazing! I LOVE it! Great work once again!

    Reply
  6. Wendy says

    September 22, 2010 at 4:39 am

    Picture perfect and Charlie couldn’t be more adorable!

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      September 22, 2010 at 5:17 am

      Wendy – Charlie is so adorable isn’t she? Literally the cutest thing in the world.

      Reply
  7. Christene from WhipperBerry.com says

    September 22, 2010 at 5:43 am

    This turned out great. I love how you stuck true to a vintage, timeless feel all around the table. A beautiful job for a darling little girl!

    Reply
  8. Gwynn@Gwynn Wasson Designs says

    September 22, 2010 at 6:03 am

    Just beautiful! I love the cakes and the assortment of vases, but I think my favorite thing is the ribbon bunting on the highchair. Absolutely perfectly precious!! Amazing party Courtney!!

    Reply
  9. Uyen says

    September 22, 2010 at 11:09 am

    this is super cute! Charlie is soooo adorable and it’s such a great idea! This makes me want to throw a party just so I can do it Shabby Chic!

    Reply
  10. RoseMarie@HomeConfetti says

    September 22, 2010 at 12:43 pm

    Beautiful! One of my favorites that you’ve done!! And I can so see all these details used for a shower, wedding even! Great job!

    Reply
  11. Shelley@DivinePartyConcepts says

    September 22, 2010 at 1:03 pm

    This is gorgeous! I love it!

    Reply
  12. Angela says

    September 22, 2010 at 3:46 pm

    OH MY HEAVENS! Absolutely stunning! *swoons*

    Reply
  13. Tori {Thoughtfully Simple} says

    September 22, 2010 at 3:57 pm

    DARLING! The photography lends such a nice vintage touch as well.

    Reply
  14. Cassandra says

    September 22, 2010 at 4:14 pm

    Breath-taking sweetness! Hun, you out did yourself!

    Reply
  15. Rachel ~ A Southern Fairytale says

    September 22, 2010 at 4:24 pm

    absolutely beautiful! what an amazing set up!
    A very special birthday party to mark a very special occasion.
    gorgeous.

    Reply
  16. Jen @ Blush says

    September 22, 2010 at 4:24 pm

    Oh my gosh! This is one gorgeously styled party! The cakes, the bunting, the tags, the decor… everything is so sleek and stylish! And Charlie… what an adorable birthday girl! Just love it :)

    xo

    Reply
  17. lisa {with style} says

    September 22, 2010 at 4:32 pm

    LOVE this! It’s absolutely beautiful, nice work Courtney!

    Reply
  18. Naomi says

    September 22, 2010 at 4:41 pm

    It’s perfect! I should have a baby right now…then again that would take nine months…so I will get back to you on that! Lovely my dear, simply lovely!~

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      September 22, 2010 at 4:43 pm

      :) THANK YOU!

      Reply
  19. postcards and pretties says

    September 22, 2010 at 7:02 pm

    such attention to details!! absolutely perfect… amazing job Courtney!!!

    Reply
  20. Karina says

    September 22, 2010 at 7:25 pm

    This is so beautiful and the photography is perfect for the style of the event!

    Reply
  21. Angela says

    September 22, 2010 at 7:44 pm

    Gorgeous party! I have been looking for those straws in pink forever and I’m so excited to finally find them! Looks like I bought the last ones they had. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  22. Linda V @ Bubble and Sweet says

    September 22, 2010 at 8:01 pm

    I’d be excited too, that is one super sweet party with beautiful colours and lovely details.

    Reply
  23. Tanya says

    September 22, 2010 at 8:45 pm

    Aww~ so sweet & perfect for a little girl’s first b~day!

    Reply
  24. Photo Jewelry Michele says

    September 22, 2010 at 9:09 pm

    OMG! This is the cutest party! What a lucky little girl! Beautiful details!

    Reply
  25. Helen Guzman says

    September 22, 2010 at 9:25 pm

    O.M.G.
    You have no idea how much I LOVE this party you styled. AMAZING JOB, Courtney!!!

    Reply
    • Courtney says

      September 22, 2010 at 9:26 pm

      Helen, I am beaming from your sweet words – just got this comment via email and had to hop over and say THANK YOU! :)

      Reply
      • Helen Guzman says

        September 22, 2010 at 9:46 pm

        Aww that is so sweet, but SERIOUSLY everything in this party is soooo Beautiful!
        I LOVE it all won’t change a thing.

        Reply
  26. Rebekah@ A Blissful Nest says

    September 22, 2010 at 10:27 pm

    OMG Courtney this is FABULOUS!!! How cute is that little girl too! I am goign to FB about this so everyone sees it. =)

    Reply
  27. Nancy Pfeifer says

    September 22, 2010 at 10:39 pm

    WOW!! Gorgeous party, Courtney!!!! You are so creative!!! Love the photography as well :) Beautiful job!!!!

    Reply
  28. Amy @ Living Locurto says

    September 23, 2010 at 4:37 am

    Just gorgeous!! The cakes are wonderful:-)

    Reply
  29. Andrea says

    September 23, 2010 at 5:49 am

    Are you kidding me with how ADORABLE this is??!! I love the photography and the colors. Anything vintage is totally my cup o’ tea. Counting down the days til our trip in November!!!

    Reply
  30. Mrs. Mix It says

    September 23, 2010 at 8:22 pm

    So fabulous and dreamy. I love the vintage look and the muted colors. You did a beautiful job.

    Reply
  31. Digella says

    September 23, 2010 at 10:55 pm

    This is so beautiful.
    You have a wonderful eye for detail and style.
    Congratulations!

    Reply
  32. Ellie g says

    September 23, 2010 at 11:11 pm

    Just saw your party over at TomKat and had to stop by to say…..OH MY GOSH. You know, ’cause I’m a girl of very descriptive terms, and all. Seriously. That photography is amazing. Let’s just get that out of the way. And how refreshing is a non-fondant cake? I just think the simplicity of that flower on the white one is AH-MAZ-ING! I gotta say though, for some reason, the sandwich flags are just calling to me. Their little edges, and names…..oh my….every detail is divine! So great. Really.

    Reply
  33. Emily says

    September 24, 2010 at 2:32 pm

    Absolutely love this! Where did you find the vintage high chair? I would love to do this theme for my baby’s 1st birthday!!

    Reply
  34. Renee says

    September 26, 2010 at 9:37 pm

    This is just a beautiful party – from the photography through to the details, perfect. Would love to share it on my blog (crediting your lovely self of course) – but thought I should check if that’s ok first. Again, divine party!

    Reply
  35. Tracey says

    October 2, 2010 at 9:54 pm

    would you be willing to sell the things from your party?? I dont have time to plan a great party for my little girl bc my husband and I work so much but I want a wonderful bday party for her and I LOVE what youve done.. Please let me know!!!

    Reply
  36. Britt says

    October 3, 2010 at 11:11 pm

    I am in love! Simply ravishing! Wonderful job, Courtney.

    Reply
  37. Jaclyn G.. says

    November 12, 2010 at 4:20 am

    Courtney,
    I stumbled across this party by googling shabby chic birthdays. My daughter too is named Charlie and we are doing the same thing. Her room is shabby so I figured why not carry it into her 1st birthday as well. Thank you so much for your beautiful party as it has given me great inspiration for my Charlie’s birthday. You are truly talented and wish you the best!

    Reply
  38. Kate/MagnoliaRouge says

    January 6, 2011 at 7:17 pm

    Fabulous job Courtney!! Love the cakes… they work perfectly with the shabby chic look!! You’re one clever lady!

    Reply
  39. Susan Doherty says

    January 17, 2011 at 9:44 pm

    Hi Courtney:
    I absolutely think Vintage Shabby Chic is so very feminine, and beautiful way to celebrate a special time. I would love for you to design a table for an event I have in February along this same line.

    Reply
  40. Jessica Fowler says

    June 7, 2011 at 6:41 pm

    Courtney-
    i saw this blog and am doing the same theme for my daughters first birthday in July! (we live in a house built in 1917 and i thought it would be perfect!)
    looking over your pictures, i have actually ordered some of the things i see and was wondering if you could help guide me through her party…? what is your charge? this really is fabulous and i hope that Jordyn’s party comes across as beautifully

    Reply
  41. natalie says

    February 10, 2012 at 11:40 am

    HI! Love your vintage theme! Soooo sweet:)
    Was wondering the color of the tulle around the cake plate? blue????
    Do u think a pink ruffle cake would look good with the magenta flower on the side of the cake?
    thanks

    Reply
  42. Robyn Pittluck says

    June 5, 2012 at 12:14 am

    Where can I order sandwich flags and banner for vintage girl party from? I tried to follow links but kept getting sent back to main page.

    Reply
  43. facebook.com says

    August 6, 2013 at 1:40 pm

    I really like this. Shabby Chic is definitely a type of Feng Shui, giving a stress
    free, soft and feminine feel. A very loving way of decorating making people want to come
    in and relax, that is why it can also be known as the cottage feel.

    Reply

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