Itty Bitty Party Committee

Indeed.

~ Carson ~

Wedding season is upon us! There are a lot of things to plan & lots of questions to answer. Questions like, “How should I dress my bridesmaids?”. Want to deck-out your most important ladies without making them look like they’re headed to prom? Want them to have a dress they love & can wear over & over? We know they would wear anything you say since they are your nearest & dearest. But since these are the girls that will be standing beside you on one of your most important days (and because they have been standing beside you the whole way through), make sure you pick something fabulous. Here are some pieces that Itty Bitty thinks they will find striking:

Simple & Strapless – Simple & strapless can be simply stunning! With this silhouette & the draping detail, it will flatter almost any figure. The structured top of this dress makes its way down to the flowing fabric that lightly falls just at the hip, creating an amazing shape. Feel free to go big with the accessories! A simple shape gives way for a statement necklace or a dazzling pair of earrings.

The One Shoulder – The one shoulder is a fun & flirty fit for bridesmaids! This dramatic swoop to the side gives an edge to your bridal party. Try a one shoulder dress with some floral embellishment to the side, it’s perfect for Spring or a daytime wedding. This green dress from JCrew has a great element of uniqueness with this asymmetrical accent.

The Maxi Dress – Maxi dresses still have some formality in their length, but aren’t as structured or elaborate as a ballgown (usually, not as expensive either). These long flowing dresses work wonderfully for casual evening weddings. Seek out fabrics like silk or chiffon to avoid being too casual like jersey knit cotton. This little number from ModCloth will make your bridesmaids look elegant & tall (something the Itty Bitty girls love!).

Classic & Convertible – If you’re searching for a little variety for your bridal party, but still want everyone to have a consistent look; check out the party trick this dress can do! This piece has a marvelous bodice that can be wrapped or tied to create different styles. This is great if your girls want to have a bit of individual flare. We love it!

Elegant – If your wedding is more of a black tie event, take a look at this Gilt-Edged Sheath from BHLDN. This gold dress embodies opulence. You’ll be the focus of the big day, but your bridesmaids will look oh-so-elegant in this number. The best part is that they can wear this same dress again to any cocktail party down the road.

Also, don’t rule out separates! Separates can add a fun mix of textural elements while still keeping your bridal party looking uniform. Whether your bridesmaids are old friends you grew up with or newly made gal-pals from work, there is something out there that suits all of them!

Happy shopping!

~ Kathleen ~

~ Carson ~

During wedding planning it’s very easy to get caught up in the needs of just the bride & groom. It’s their big day to express their love.  But there are also a few key players that also deserve a bit of recognition during the big day. And that, of course, is mom.

More often than not, you have 2 woman at the ceremony who have done everything in their power to raise two wonderful people and are there to join in their son or daughter’s very special day.

With Mother’s Day just around the corner we thought we’d share a few different ways to honor mom during the celebration.

1. Personalized Handkerchief  – to wipe away the happy tears & carry with her all day!

2. Custom Mother Of The Bride Hanger – truth is, you’re not the only one who’s bought a beautiful dress for this big day.
Mom has probably gone to just as much trouble to find something that will shine when she watches her little one walk down the aisle.
This custom hanger will be the perfect gift for her to hang her gown on while helping the bride get ready for her big day!

3. I Love You Necklace – the bride isn’t the only one that has to receive stunning new jewelry on the wedding day.
Giving mom a necklace she can wear anytime lets her know how much she means to you!

4. Personalized Wedding Frame – you’ve hired the photographer & there are bound to be so many wonderful pictures.
Choose one of your favorites of you & mom and place it in this personalized frame that she can proudly display in her home for many years to come!

~ Carson ~

~ Carson ~

Following up Kathleen’s fantastic ideas for a tea party, we wanted to lend those ideas to a beautiful garden wedding.
The perfect setting for a spot of tea!
Here’s some fun visuals to get that inspiration flowing!

~ Carson ~

Looking for a twist on ladies brunch? Need a theme for an upcoming bridal shower? Just itching for an occasion to wear your large sun hat? It’s time for tea! With Spring Time in the air & the Kentucky Derby coming up, Itty Bitty was compelled to put together an inspiration board for a tea party. A day in the sun with dainty desserts, fancy serving wear & a spot of tea. I say!

Let the table be the focus of your decor: lay out some vintage plates, ornate silverware, three-tiered dessert trays & tea cups for your guests. The serving ware can set the tone for a festive get-together all on its own. If you’re in need of ideas for party favors, try handing out some tea from a local vendor. Personalize the bags by creating little tags with everyone’s name written & attached. What kind of snacks should you provide? Serve itty bitty crust-less finger sandwiches & dainty petite fours. Anthropologie has a wonderfully elaborate Tea Chandelier if you feel your space needs a little extra pizzazz.

credits:

H&M || Vintage Table Co.

Martha Stewart Weddings || Dragonfly Cakes

Anthropologie || Casa de Perrin

Party Tips:

Replace the lettuce in your finger sandwiches with watercress. This very popular English staple will instantly fancify your spread & give a peppery crunch to your dish!

Ask guests to arrive wearing fascinators, it will bring a fun garden party vibe to the group. Encourage them to make their own!

Tea doesn’t have to be hot! Brew tea in a variety of flavors hot & iced.

Happy Sipping!

~ Kathleen ~

~ Carson ~

We’ve been craftin’ it up & today we have a few tips to show you how to make your own itty bitty cake pedestal.  We don’t have to tell you how much dough you could save using DIY decorations at an event, but what you might not realize is how easy these are to make! Impress friends & relatives with your DIY skills. Don’t be afraid to brag!

Step 1
Here is what you’ll need for these little pedestals (multiply this list by the number of stands you desire to make):

1 Wooden Disc roughly 6″ in diameter – this can be found at your nearest craft store, make sure it is thick enough to support treats on top.

1 Wooden Base roughly 4″ in height – I used a wooden candlestick & removed the metal insert with pliers. These can also be found at your nearest craft store.

1 Tube of Super Glue – they say you aren’t a Pro until you glue fingers together, I do not recommend going Pro.

1 Paint Brush – foam brushes are the cheapest, usually costing under a dollar. These are easy to wash & are guilt free if thrown away.

1 Tube of White Acrylic Paint or Gesso – this will coat the wood surface & give you a good base to paint on top of. Wood is very porous & will soak up quite a bit of paint. Make sure it’s acrylic, because oil will take too long to dry & isn’t safe to use with food.

1 Tube of Colored Paint – your choice! I am crazy for the Martha Stewart Pearl surface collection, the color featured in this post is Mother of Pearl. Pick a color that ties in with your theme/color scheme or pick one that will give your table setting a pop of color!

1 Piece of Sandpaper – this is completely optional, but if you have some hanging out in your tool kit it could come in handy!

A clean & disposable surface to paint on – whether it’s newspaper or a plastic tarp, make sure you protect your table-top surfaces. Bonus, this makes for a quick clean up!

Step 2
-Paint your disc & candlestick with the white paint first. Give it 2 nice thick coats, this way the wood won’t soak up all of your pretty finishing color. It will also give your pedestal a more even finish.

-Checking to make sure your base-coat has dried; paint the top, bottom & sides of both the disc & the candlestick. Up to 2 coats of paint will do!

-When your colorful paint has dried, score the top of your candlestick & the bottom of your wooden disc (in the center) where the two will meet.  Use an exacto blade or even sandpaper (but be careful!!!). This will allow the glue to seep deeply into each part of the wood pieces & form a tight bond (like BFFs!).

-Once you have scored your wooden pieces & lined them up, carefully apply some super glue to each part. Apply a small amount to the bottom center of your disc & around the top of your candlestick.  Make sure you center the candlestick before you commit, but once it looks right, hold it for just a few seconds. Leave your newly assembled pedestal upside-down to dry for at least a 30mins until the glue dries.

Step 3
-Lightly sand down the rim of your disc if you feel the need to get rid of the jagged edges. Be mindful of your paint job though, avoid sanding too hard.

-Arrange pedestal(s) on your serving table & place tiny snacks, desserts, or serving utensils on top. You could even use these stands as place settings for a small dinner party, giving everyone an individual cupcake! We featured our pearl pedestals at our fabulous Sparkle Party to hold a variety of mini quiches. A big thank you to Stephanie Godfrey for bringing her camera to photograph the evening!

Happy crafting!

~ Kathleen ~

By: Stephanie Godfrey Photography

~ Carson ~