This circus themed birthday party we did for our son’s 1st birthday is keeping my head up in the clouds. It was so so easy! With one focal table, a cute sign, and a few toys for kids to play with and we were golden.

The combination of bright red with a lighter powder blue is a combo to die for! It has a slightly vintage feel and for a more modern twist we added yellow.We based it off the whimsical Dr. Seuss book ‘If I Ran the Circus’

The most fun part?! Clown noses! Everyone had too much fun wearing clown noses.

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Popcorn boxes, cake stand, party hats, tin elephant on a bike, tin rocket ride, bean bag toss game, red clown noses

Turns out baby likes cake!

Animal crackers aren’t just classic, but they made an adorable snack.

We went with a buttercream cake. So much tastier than fondant!

Ever since I was too old for Disneyland I’ve been looking forward to returning with kids. I love the magic, it is such a special place that is larger than life especially when you are littler than life. BUT my husband and I always agreed we wouldn’t take our kids until they were older and could appreciate what a special occasion it is.

Fast forward…and we have been to Disneyland with a 9 month old.

Planning on taking your little one to Disneyland? Going with someone else’s kids? If you are dreading it, DON’T. With a little preparation anything is possible.

9 lessons from a 9 month old:

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