I’m not always the most fun mom on the street, but once in a while, I do manage to pull something together that’s pretty fun. 🙂 This year I wanted to do something for my kids’ last day of school. They only go for 1 1/2 hours (I have no idea, don’t ask) and get out for the day at 9:30, so a brunch-type of party was in order.
Now, budget is always a consideration. Ours was not large for this event, but I thought that by combining some purchases I was going to make anyway, I could increase the impact of the party, without spending money we didn’t have. So, the main focal point of the set-up became the new wading pool I saved for the party. I added in 2 $.97 beach balls and the Summer banner I made last year, and Instant backdrop. 🙂 I have been collecting some brightly colored serving pieces for a while so that I would have them on hand for birthday parties and such. I used the summer quilt I made last year as the table cloth, so I didn’t spend anything on the rest of the set-up. One thing I have realized is that cute party supplies really add a lot to a party without adding a lot of expense. I got most of the ones I used for this party from Bake it Pretty. I met Brittany at a blogging retreat and she was kind enough to let me try out some of the supplies from her darling shop, but it would have been less than $20 for everything I got and I will definitely be spending money there in the future. 🙂

Leanne
June 5, 2012 at 5:40 amHow fun! You are such an awesome mom!
Kirsty, New Zealand
June 5, 2012 at 7:44 amWOW, this is amazing … totally love all the vibrant colours! What a great way to start the summer 🙂 Wishing you all the best for the rest of it.
Gwen @ Gwenny Penny
June 5, 2012 at 2:10 pmYou did an amazing job, Amy! I love the pool backdrop. You are absolutely right… cute party supplies make a huge difference. I love Bake It Pretty. I got some of their stuff at the Queen Bee Market at SNAP and have made two more purchases online since then! Your kids must have been over the moon 🙂
Kara
June 5, 2012 at 6:01 pmSuch a fun idea! And I love that cute banner! 🙂
Michele Pacey
June 19, 2012 at 2:24 amThat's a really great idea, Amy! I like your way of celebrating the last day of school because it is a meaningful day to kids. They made it through another year , they've done their job, and they deserve to be whooping it up! Congrats to them (and to you too)!