surprise party

My friend Marcella planned the most magical surprise b-day party that we had the pleasure of being a part of.

We designed the save the date (loving stamps right now, so versatile!) and invitation to feel like old handbills. The party was set on a beautiful outdoor estate on the edge of a running creek.

Krista hand painted a birthday banner that Marcella made — L O V E L Y! Go Krista!

The party took place in a small rustic barn. Decorated to evoke turn of the century barn dance parties.

Marcella made and installed all of the decorations. These banners were strung all over the property and were lovely swaying in the breeze.

Marcella also made the cake! A super tasty lemon cake filled with walnuts and lemon curd. The cake decoration was inspired by the draping fabric and setting; an old time classic birthday cake. BRAVO Marcella, a picture perfect and amazing party. A. and I danced the afternoon away!