Celebrate that First Birthday with Cherries!

There’s something utterly sweet about a "She’s the Cherry on Top" themed birthday party! This adorable and versatile theme is perfect for celebrating your little girl’s special day, combining vintage charm with playful elements. If the birthday girl also happens to be born around Valentine’s day then that’s an added bonus!

Decorations That Pop

Set the scene with bright red cherries, soft pink accents, and a touch of retro flair. Here’s how to bring the theme to life:

• Backdrops: Create a focal point with a custom cherry-themed banner or a backdrop featuring polka dots and cherry illustrations.
• Balloons: Here’s your chance to shine! Red and Pink garlands with cherry shaped balloon accents. Or something a little more retro bringing in the aquamarine/teal combo with cherries would be adorable too!
• Table Settings: Incorporate gingham tablecloths, cherry-print napkins, and vintage milk bottles for drinks.
• Centerpieces: Arrange fresh cherries in mason jars or scatter cherry-shaped confetti on tables.

Sweet Treats

Whether you choose to make your desserts cherry flavored, or just use cherries as the accent décor, you can’t go wrong with these options:

• Cherry Cupcakes: Top vanilla or chocolate cupcakes with cherry-shaped fondant or real maraschino cherries.
• Sugar Cookies: Mini cherry pies or cherry shaped sugar cookies are too cute to pass up.
• Ice Cream Sundae Bar: Offer a DIY sundae station with cherries, sprinkles, whipped cream, and other toppings.
• Custom Cake: A tiered cake with a cherry design or topped with fondant cherries will be the star of the table.

Activities for Little Guests

Keep the kids entertained with fun, cherry-themed activities:

• Craft Station: Set up a station for decorating cherry-themed hats or making cherry necklaces.
• Pin the Cherry on the Sundae: A playful twist on the classic game.
• Cherry Hunt: Similar to an Easter egg hunt, hide cherry-shaped items for the kids to find.

Party Favors

Send guests home with sweet memories and thoughtful party favors:

• Mini jars of cherry jam or preserves.
• Cherry-shaped keychains or charms.
• Gingham bags filled with cherry-flavored candies.
• Personalized thank-you notes with a cherry motif.

While this post focused on the first birthday babes, “cherries” is a great theme at any age! From a Galentines day event, to a baby shower, sweet 16, or retro inspired gala, Cherries will bring the cheer and whimsy you’re looking for!  I hope your Cherry themed party is a smashing success, and if you'd like to let me take care of the balloons fill out the contact form today!