Description
Having already had two girls, this was my first "boy" party. I have a love of all things nautical and striped, so I thought doing a "boy" preppy whale party would be so much fun!
Design Inspiration
East Coast prep meets West Coast sophistication! I knew I wanted to use a singular whale icon, so I found one that I liked and reproduced it at all different sizes. I also love the look of navy and white stripes, so I wanted to incorporate that in a big way. Then, I mixed in some rustic wood and some hydrangeas to complete the coastal and nautical feel.
Project Details
Cakes - Plain cakes covered in fondant by Duff's Cake Mix, exterior decoration by Emily Klaparda
Whale cake topper and striped name plate: Mimi Cafe Union
Custom Whale cookie cutter for Cake: JB Cookie Cutters
Welcome sign, invitations, and all other party signage: Emily Klaparda
Flower arrangements: Emily Klaparda
Flower vases (wood boxes) Save on Crafts
Striped Table linens: Jessmy - Mylk and Honey
Green and Navy Paper lanterns: The TomKat Studio
Tassel ceiling decorations: Target
Custom Whale and Monogram Cookies: Flourish Cakes
Whale vinyl decals for walls: Emily Klaparda
Whale food toppers/food picks: Wild Bean Lore and Double Trouble Designs
Striped pennant banners with whales: Emily Klaparda
High chair banner and rosette: Emily Klaparda
Food placecards: Emily Klaparda
Striped plates (whale decal added separately), striped cups, napkins, and cookie bags The Tom Kat Studio
Invitations and all other party signage: Emily Klaparda
Favorite Items
I loved the navy and white striped cotton table linens! I think they really set the mood for the for the whole party.
I also loved the whale print cake I made for Maverick. I tried to make it look like those preppy animal print khaki pants from J.Crew and was happy with how it turned out - I had the whale cookie cutter custom made to match all the other whale shapes in the party.
Advice
Search high and low for authentic coastal decor - and sometimes shopping during summer can be easier than winter! And first birthday parties are more for the adults than kids anyways, so you can have a little fun with the drinks ;)
I love this theme!! Where did the whale come invitation come from?
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No she doesn’t have a shop.
Brooke, I just did this whole theme myself for a baby shower. And if u want to email me at staceywooten0403@gmail.com, I can tell u where I found everything to make the banners and decals. Along with the rest!
Does she sale the banners and whale decals? I really want them.
If you are looking for the cookie cutter used for the cake, it’s here. The other whale cookies were purchased. Emily made the decals and banners herself.
I love this theme!It’s so cute! Where did you get the whale cookie cutter and decals for everything and also all of the whale/nautical banners?
Hi! I was wondering if u have a website where u make the banners? Or if u know anyone that could make those exact banners? I did find a file with the whale, but i don’t have a circuit machine to do it with! Thank u so much!
Where did you get the little whale overalls your son is wearing? I love everything about this party!
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I was completely inspired by your son’s birthday party. Loved all the details. Did my best to capture the theme.https://www.pinterest.com/chicag51/my-life-maybe-ill-inspire-you/
HI! I love your whale nautical 1st birthday theme and it is everything I have been envisioning for my son’s first birthday. You did an amazing job and everything looks so beautiful!! Where did you purchase all of the whale/nautical banners, high chair decorations, and whale decals? Just love them! :)
Thanks you so much!
Lindsay
Hi!
I am obsessed (in a good way) with the navy and white striped theme and especially love the little green whales. Can you please tell me where I can purchase the whale decals that you added to everything?
Thanks so much :)
Hi!
I am going to be doing a cake for a client in March, and they love the whale cutter on the cake! It’s so cute! I see it’s from JB cookie cutters, but was wondering how I could get that cutter? Thank you so much! Adorable party!
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I love your parties! Such an inspiration!
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I love all the parties that you have done for your little ones! You are very creative and everything is so well done! Love the color matching outfits also!