From themed kids birthdays to meaningful milestone celebrations, these are parties I’ve created for my family and loved ones along with DIY decor ideas, party planning tips, and creative ways to make special moments feel more magical.

Kids Birthday Parties

Inspired by my love for Disneyland, I love creating immersive birthday parties where every detail helps transform an ordinary celebration into a magical world for kids to enjoy.

DIY Gabby’s Dollhouse birthday party featuring a life-size cardboard dollhouse backdrop and pastel party decorations.
Glinda inspired Wicked birthday party with pink balloon decorations, elegant party backdrop, and magical birthday inspiration.
Disneyland inspired birthday party with DIY teacup cupcakes, pastel decorations, and magical Disney party inspiration.
Tangled birthday party featuring a live Rapunzel character, purple balloon arch, and princess party decorations.
Under the Sea birthday party decorations featuring purple jellyfish lanterns, an orca balloon, blue and purple balloon garland, ocean-themed balloons, and a party food table for a Gabby’s Dollhouse-inspired celebration.
Care Bear birthday party ideas with rainbow balloon decorations, colorful party decor, and Care Bear themed favors.
Little Mermaid birthday party with an Ariel guest appearance, pastel balloon garland, and under-the-sea party decorations.
Duck hunting themed One Lucky Duck 1st birthday party with green balloon garland, custom backdrop, and first birthday decorations.
Toy Story birthday party dessert table featuring a colorful balloon garland with cowboy-print balloons, “Two Infinity & Beyond” backdrop, themed cake, cupcakes, popcorn favors, and Toy Story decorations for a second birthday celebration.
Colorful Lisa Frank 7th birthday party dessert table featuring a rainbow balloon arch, custom “Emily Is 7” backdrop, Lisa Frank animal and unicorn decorations, cupcakes, cake, and vibrant rainbow party décor.
Unicorn birthday party with pastel rainbow balloon arch, birthday table, and two girls celebrating.

Adult Birthday Parties

Birthdays are worth celebrating at every age, and I love creating meaningful, personalized celebrations that reflect the people and stories behind each milestone.

Oregon Ducks tailgate birthday party with green and yellow balloon garland, football themed decorations, and 70th birthday celebration.
Elegant Dorothy inspired 70th birthday party with blue and white balloon garland, floral cake, and sophisticated birthday decor.
Hunting-themed 40th birthday celebration with a balloon garland, personalized “40 Years of Mike” hunting sign, and photo cupcake toppers.
Hunting-themed 30th birthday cupcakes decorated with forest trees and woodland animal toppers, displayed on rustic wood slices.

Party Planning Resources

From DIY decorations and creative party ideas to products I’ve actually used and my own party-planning system, these resources are designed to help you create a memorable celebration without spending a fortune.

Party Planning Guide & Planner featuring printable party planning pages, checklists, guest lists, and party-day details
Handmade Gabby’s Dollhouse foam board backdrop created for a child’s birthday party
10 Wicked birthday party ideas featuring DIY goody bags and party favors
10 Best Amazon Finds for a Gabby’s Dollhouse Birthday Party
Why I Go Big for Birthdays button featuring photos of pink, hunting-themed, rainbow, and Disney-inspired birthday parties, sharing a nurse’s perspective on celebrating life and making every moment count