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Sock monkey party: August is 1!
► Posted under parties for boys, party features, party games & activities, sock monkey by Heather
Every now and then a party comes along that just absolutely takes my breath away (and then, shortly after, makes me do a happy dance). : ) This is definitely one of those parties! It’s has modern style but a warm, vintage feel; it’s sophisticated but sweet; and it’s ten kinds of beautiful but not impossible to re-create. Amazing, amazing work by crafty mama and stylish interior decorator Courtney Adams, with photography by Sara Barnes, Wallflower Photographer. Enjoy!
Courtney made a balloon wreath using a tutorial from HowDoesShe.com. Adding a piece of a pennant banner to the center is such an inventive touch!
I absolutely love Courtney’s choice for a backdrop – the oversized polka dots are whimsical and fun, but they also make such a modern and bold statement! She said she found the fabric for a steal at IKEA.
The red and white cake stands are a perfectly simple presentation, and the classic bottles of Dr. Pepper are so charming and old-fashioned.
Chocolate-striped ribbon contrasts beautifully with the red polka dots on the buffet cards.
Courtney hand-painted the polka dots and stripes onto white lanterns to give them more character. LOVE them!
A vintage popcorn stand is a really adorable addition to the party! The popcorn boxes are decorated with printable circles.
The fabric that was used as the dessert table backdrop was also used as a table runner.
The candy jars, paper straws, and mason jars are all lovely vintage-inspired touches.
Now this is cute. Courtney made a sock monkey puppet activity station using paper bags, yarn, googley eyes, and construction paper!
UPDATE: You can now download a free printable “Create Your Own Sock Monkey Puppet” kit here!
I adore August’s little smash cake so much. It’s my sock monkey, in frosting! It just makes me smile!
The perfect little photo-op! The rug that August is sitting on is a cheapie from IKEA – great for pictures, then no big deal when it gets messed up by all that icing.
Present time! August is as cute as can be. : ) His personalized seersucker outfit is from Buds ‘n’ Branches.
The perfect gift for a sock monkey birthday boy – a sock monkey jack in the box!
Such a stunning party – thank you so much, Courtney! Happy birthday to August!
Styling: Courtney Adams, Interior Designer, ASID, Denton, TX
Photography: Sara Barnes, Wallflower Photographer, Denton, TX
Party supplies
Paper goods, water bottle labels and printables: Chickabug
Cake: Candy Haven & Cakes, Denton, TX
Paper straws: The Sugar Diva
August’s party outfit: Buds ‘n’ Branches
August’s party hat: Hobby Lobby
Red polka dot backdrop and table runner: Fabric by the yard from IKEA
Ribbon: Hobby Lobby
Apothecary jars: Collected over time from TJMaxx, Homegoods, and English Creek Gardens
Tutorials
Balloon wreath – HowDoesShe.com
Free printable sock monkey puppet template – download here
This party was also featured on Amy Atlas and Kara’s Party Ideas.
Shop for personalized Sock Monkey theme party paper goods and printables here.
Or, check out more Sock Monkey theme party ideas on Pinterest or here on my blog!
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Thursday, November 17th, 2011 at 12:48 pm
[...] to give them a custom look, which I think is such a brilliant idea! (The photo above is from August’s sock monkey party, and you can also spot hand-painted lanterns in James’ train party.) I love paper party [...] -
Friday, July 6th, 2012 at 12:13 pm
[...] adorable project first debuted last summer in a fabulous sock monkey party that was featured on Amy Atlas and Kara’s Party Ideas in addition to my own blog. The make [...]
Sock Monkey Mummy says:
So adorable.... where did you get the template for the sock monkey craft? LOVE IT
Heather - Chickabug says:
Courtney said that she made up the sock monkey craft project herself, from scratch. Amazing, right?!?
Sock Monkey Mummy says:
Yes it is looks like i'm going to have to get creative... raising the bar :)
Heather - Chickabug says:
Report back with pictures!! ; )
Courtneyadamsdesign says:
Heart this blog feature...you are such a sweetheart and a joy to work with!! Can't wait for the next adventure with you. Hope you are well and thanks for all the compliments on my monkeys party!! Memories that I will cherish always! :)
Courtney
HannahBee says:
LOVE LOVE LOVE sock monkeys! And this party! ;)
toneisha Friday says:
Love this!! Where did you source those adorable, red popcorn boxes?
Heather - Chickabug says:
Courtney says she found them in the walmart party supplies section. : ) I've seen similar ones in white at Michael's, also!
Tambri says:
What drink did you use as your monkey juice?
Heather - Chickabug says:
I'll ask Courtney what she served, but it looks like fruit punch to me!
Heather - Chickabug says:
Courtney says, "fruit juice... I think it was minute maid but any red juice will work!"
Jackie Paulson says:
I love the last photo, thanks.
Christina says:
I LOVE the sock monkey puppet idea. I'm planning my son's 1st birthday party & thought that would be a cute idea for the kids to do at the party. Do you have a pattern for them or do you know where I can get the pattern? The party looked like a lot of fun!
Heather says:
Hi Christina! Courtney (the mom who planned the party) came up with the sock monkey puppet craft all on her own, no template. Kind of amazing! It's on my list to make a template for the puppets, though - check back soon! : )
Jamie says:
We are having a Sock Monkey party in 2 weeks for my sons 1st Birthday and I would LOVE to do the Sock Monkey Puppet craft. Do you have a template we can use?!
Heather says:
Hi Jamie! I'm going to be adding a template to my shop soon - email me! : ) heather (at) chickabug.com
Jenny Simmons says:
Hi! Have you added the sock monkey puppet template yet? My son will be one in September and Im already planning his sock monkey party! I've been collecting little things since he was born!
Heather says:
Eep! I'm so behind on this one, but I promise it'll be posted soon! Pinky swear!! : )
Rachel Renner says:
Hi Heather!
I LOVE the sock monkey craft idea and my son's 1st birthday party in July will be this theme. Is the template available yet? Thanks!
Heather says:
I'm posting tomorrow! : )
lindsey says:
where did you get the template for the snack cards??
Heather says:
Hi Lindsey! I sell printable buffet cards in my store: www.etsy.me/sock_monkey_theme
If you'd like the cards to be exactly like those in the pictures, individual personalization is available for a small fee (I had added all the food names to the cards - otherwise you would need to hand-write your menu items after you print the plain buffet card file).
I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions! : )