Yesterday was the big day for our twins. Cormac & Declan turned two years old and we celebrated the occasion by throwing a puppy dog themed birthday party. A few guests were asked to bring their own dogs to further the kennel club feel and add additional opportunities for the twins to interact with their four legged friends.
The twins have been big dog fans for several months now, evident in among other things their numerous requests to watch one of their Air Bud or "Buddies" movies, constant attention to our own dog Lulu, and a preference for their dog stuffed animals.
It seemed like a fitting choice to "go with it" and throw a puppy dog themed bash fit for two. In my part 1 post, we prepared for the party a few days in advance by baking dog themed cookies.
Another pre-party thing to consider is what the guest (or guests) of honor will wear. You'll want to allow a few weeks for monogrammed or personalized items.
Party Apparel:
Both boys wore personalized dog themed birthday apparel provided by one of our blog sponsors, Sugarlocks.com. Everyone loved the adorable puppy dog themed shirts and party hats, including the twin guests of honor themselves. As an added bonus, the hats can double as an additional themed table decoration when not being worn. Jen can accommodate virtually any request. We had the number 2 placed on the birthday hats, but left it off the birthday shirts so we can use them well beyond the day of our party.Coming Next:
In upcoming posts, I'll provide you with the menu for the party, pictures of our cake, party games, decorations, gifts, and party favors all picked to work perfectly with our puppy dog birthday party theme.The Twins' Puppy Themed 2nd Birthday Party Index:
Part 1 - Baking themed cookies
Part 2 - Personalized birthday party apparel
Part 3 - Themed Birthday Party Games
Part 4 - Themed Party Favors
Part 5 - Decorations and Food (must see cake)