Under the Sea/Aquarium Party Ideas and Inspiration

I am obviously still on my blog when I can schedule ;o)  I finally took a few days off my day job - first time really since I have been back from maternity leave! We went to the aquarium and it was so much fun! My little guy (9 months tomorrow, can you believe it?!) had a blast - he spent the whole time trying to catch the fish (through the tank walls of course)

...so our little trip made me think of having an under the sea party! Don't forget about older, but still fresh!, Frosting for a Sea party here (link)

One of my son's favorite things were the jellyfish! He giggled as he watched them move! These lantern jellyfish would be not only fun pops of color, but would be a great alternative to balloons to fill the room! Source and tutorial 

Our aquarium has a famous one arm turtle! I remember him from when I was a kid and it's kind of fun that my son will now grow up watching him! These turtles are not only adorable, but will be delicious! Source and tutorial

You can't have this theme without lots of fish! I know we spent most of the trip going "fishy fishy fishy" or making the fish face (yes, I am sure we got lots of stares!).  These balloon "water drops" & "fish" are adorable! And you can hang them, so no helium prices ;o)  Source

Don't forget to get fun with what you serve! Use a blue drink and mark it "ocean water", serve fish sticks, gold fish & potato chips could be "fish and chips", use a cookie cutter to "chomp" off the edges of sandwiches or cheese, etc to look like shark bites! pic Source  















 

Under the sea party ideas/inspiration

WOOT! We didn't get any snow last night!!! and bonus - still have the day off! extra WOOT!

Here are some ideas/inspiration for your under the sea bash! Peek here (link) for older, but still fresh!, Frosting for your party!

Super cute fishbowl invite! Swedish fish sew in fish bowl - open to eat and get the details! Sweet! Source

Set up a super cute photo op for the kids.  Painted drop cloth for the background, cardboard frame and fashion a scope out of a paper roll! Source

Set up your tables in 3D! This is such a great idea for any party! Source and tutorial

Perfect cupcake - blue frosting, skewers and some string make these a great catch! (sorry couldn't help the pun ;o)  Source and tutorial

Party add-on....

This adorable under the sea themed cupcake stand would be the perfect centerpiece to your dessert table! Buy here - link

Under the sea party ideas/inspiration

Can't believe it's Wed already! Today was FINALLY a break in our humidity - woot!

Below are a few ideas/inspiration for a under the see party! Don't forget about older, but still fresh!, frosting for the same theme here.

I love the multiple colored streamer background and all the fun color touches! Source

How about these scuba egg guys! How stinking adorable?!? Source and tutorial

Add "snorkels" to the drinks by just using an upside down straw! So clever! Source

Are you not dying over these?!? Just use a cookie cutter and a skewer - love the presentation! Source

Octopus cake pops would be the perfect dessert! Use melted chocolate to pipe the base and let dry then use a little chocolate to adhere them to your dipped cake balls... candy eyes (here) and edible markers (here) to finish them off! Source

Goldfish/Nemo Party Ideas/Inspiration

These little fishes can compliment a Finding Nemo, underwater/under the sea or shark themed party...

This underwater scene is so darling! Clear balloons make the perfect "bubbles", blue curtain and tablecloth make the perfect background! Source

How fun would it be to have a goldfish king?!? This crown is just too adorable! Source

Have to have fish cookies! How hilarious are these ones - check out the faces on the ones that got bit! lol Source

How about some apricot fish?!? how clever! Dried apricots, mini chocolate chips and white chocolate is all you need to create these little guys! Source and tutorial

To not freak out all the parents, send the kids home with goldfish soap! Just get plastic goldfish, melt pure glycerin (you can find at any craft store), pour in heavy duty bag, va-la! Source

Under the Sea!

I am totally under the weather! Not fair! It is so beautiful out! I want to thank everyone for such a warm response to my tea bag cookies! You all made me feel so good! ...Today's inspiration is Under the Sea - hope you enjoy!  Check out the Facebook page for Under the Sea handmade felt invites!

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Under the Sea Cake:  Super perfect for this theme! Source unknown :o(

Underwater camera:  These would make great favors, especially if it's a water/pool party! They have an underwater scene on them.

Sea bath toys:  You could use these on the tables as decorations

Fish bowl centerpiece:  It has real goldfish in it! The kids would go crazy seeing these swim around as they ate! I think beta fish would beautiful too!

Sea decorations:  These would totally set the scene!

Oyster cookies:  Simple cookie project that would be fun to eat!

Fish placecard holders:  Perfect for holding your buffet tags!

Sea creature bubble wands:  What is an under the sea party without bubbles!?! You should even add a bubble machine!

Submarine cutout:  The kids will love receiving a copy of their picture taken in the submarine as a thank you gift!

Fish lollipop cover:  I love this idea for any theme - just a fun way to dress up a plain lollipop!

Wave cupcake stand:  Add cutout waves to all your displays to really carry the theme!

Sea tablescape:  Lay a net, starfish and shells to a blue tablecloth to create a fun background!

Octopus napkin:  Wrap cotton balls or a small ball with a rubberband and a a blue napkin and glue on some eyes... instant Octopus!

Octopus prop:  This giant cardboard prop would be a great focal point and photo op!

Fish topped cake boxes: Same ladies that did the Alice in Wonderland one - I just love their stuff!