I'm running off to join the circus--but only if it's a Vintage-style circus!

I was at Michael's the other night reveling in the glory that is child-free shopping, when I found this cute new stuff in the $1 bins:

I've been kicking around the idea of doing a vintage circus theme for Porter's 2nd birthday party but seeing all of these cute things definitely made the decision for me! There are printed paper sacks (goodie bags), blank cards (all they need is a printed insert to become invitations), cupcake papers, rubber stamps, and the cutest paper masks that would make fun photobooth props. There are actually three motifs within the line: the circus, hot-air balloons and acrobats, all with a cool vintage style and great color scheme. I'm so excited to use all of these cute things, even though Porter's birthday is still six months away. That just gives me plenty of time to plan, right?

Maren's 6th birthday is this week and her birthday party will be on Saturday. She's a huge Scooby-Doo nut so we're having a Scooby-Doo theme this year. I had decided not to go all out with Scooby-Doo branded decorations and paper goods; rather, I was going to use the Scooby-Doo colors of purple, turquoise, lime green and orange and ordered a Scooby cake to be made by our neighbor. However, yesterday at Target I found Scooby-Doo paper plates, cups and a tablecloth on 75% off clearance for around 40¢ per package, so my love for a bargain is winning out over my aesthetics on that one! I have lots to do this week to get ready for the party, but I think it will be really fun!