Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh My!!!

As you may know, our preferred sponsor Le Petit Party is currently sponsoring a gift certificate valued at $50.00 for their online shop! Click HERE to enter.

I thought I would point out my favorite items I think are perfect for a party....


Are you planning a Circus Party?

I love the red and white striped theme, keeping it along the lines of "Under The Big Top"! Here is one of the absolute CUTEST circus invites I have ever seen...

It doubles as an invitation and treat--I love classic wooden toys for favors and this clown is as cute as the rest of the bunch...take a look at all the options!

Newly added: A red and white striped fabric tablecloth! I love fabric tablecloths, as they add a level of sophistication, still keeping it fun AND this would would be perfect for Christmas or the 4th of July, too!

For those of you who prefer disposable party products, check out this adorable striped paper table runner, available by the meter so it can be custom cut to fit YOUR TABLE!

As you know, I like to create an experience for children at my events, and I believe giving them these clown noses would help them feel silly and special {perfect for a DIY photo booth}!

On top of that, I love good old fashioned party hats!

The circus sippers would be a hit with the kids, no doubt!

A fond memory of going to the circus as a child are those classic popcorn boxes. Le Petit Party actually offers you the boxes, AND POPCORN! So simple, brilliant idea!

For more edible treats, check out the swirly old fashioned lollipops Le Petit offers--perfect for your dessert table or as a centerpiece in a large bucket for the kids to grab on their way home!

That striped ribbon around the lollipops? Yes, they have that too, and my personal favorite is the red ribbon with a white saddle stitch--ADORABLE!

Presentation can take something simple and turn it into something divine. I am swooning over these darling favor boxes (tags and ribbon available too, of course!)



Then of course, comes CLASSIC paper party products, that allow you to use other elements to get your theme across. I love the red and white striped paper cups, and the red napkins with white stripes. And the paper plates? PERFECT!!!

Add simple cupcakes with towers of white frosting, wrap these baking cups around and you have a perfect presentation!

Need balloons? They have those too!

It has been very hard to find an online party shop that offers you all the products you need to create a stylish party for your child.

It seems to me Le Petit Party  has done a great job of trying to break that cycle and offer you complete party theme items, but giving you more sophisticated options mixed in to cater and appeal to those of you who don't want something from your neighborhood party shop!

Are you hosting a ladybug party? A safari party? How about a ballerina, butterfly, or farm themed event? They have treats for all of these, and more!

The giveaway {open internationally} ends Monday at 11:59pm EST, so I HIGHLY RECOMMEND you take the time to enter soon. 

You can click here to the giveaway post, entry rules are at the bottom.

{Tuesday Giveaway} and Preferred Vendor Spotlight: Le Petit Party

Le Petit Party was joyfully welcomed as a preferred sponsor of the Kate Landers Events, LLC, blog in October. I am absolutely SMITTEN with some of their gorgeous party products, and could order oodles today!

Today I have the great opportunity to share with you an interview I conducted with the two lovely ladies behind the business, Effi and Anna.

I hope you have a moment to read through their answers...it is full of wisdom and great advice!!!

 Oh, and of course, they are sponsoring a terrific giveaway!!! (giveaway at end of post)

                                      {anchor cupcakes by Whipped Bake Shop}

{Question} What made you decide to start Le Petit Party? How and when did you start your business?

{Answer} Le Petit Party was a natural progression of our original business, Effi Georgia. We had been organising weddings for over 7 years.

Our wedding clients eventually starting having babies who needed Christenings organised, those babies then started turning 1 then 2 then 3 and needed birthday parties organised. After getting a taste for the fun and colour of oganising children’s parties over the last 5 years, we decided to phase out the wedding side of our business in the last year to develop Le Petit Party - where our focus is solely children’s parties and Christenings.

{Question} What is your favorite trend in children's parties and/or party products right now?

{Answer} We have a ridiculous obsession for dessert tables and candy buffets at the moment.

While the trend has been around for quite a while now, the concept is still considered a relatively new one in Australia. We have just started doing dessert tables in the last few months and find them so much fun! We find ourselves up till all hours scouring the world for amazing candies and desserts, and have been busy baking in the kitchen coming up with ideas. (the waistline is of course suffering because of this!!!)

{Question} If you had to select your three most favorite products from your shop, what would they be?
{Answer}At the moment (because it does change from week to week):

• Our pretty Boxed Butterfly Invitation

• Our nautical sailboat favour box

• Our ladybug maracas

{Question} Do you have any insight for others trying to balance a business and family? What are your priorities, and how do you keep them straight?

{Answer}We have 3 gorgeous young children between us, and very supportive husbands – our beautiful families are our priority and come first no matter what. When you have a family to look after, your business and your attitude to your business need to be flexible. We have set up and run our business in a way that allows us to prioritise our families.

                                          {Cupcakes by Cupcake Bake Shop}

We have had to change from having a storefront open to the public 6 days a week to an online only business, we work flexible hours, and generally try to create a stress-free work environment. Sometimes the workload can be demanding, but you always have to make time to do the things you enjoy – and we absolutely love planning wonderful parties and making our gorgeous clients smile.

{Question} What are your favorite blogs to read on a daily basis?



{Answer} Kate Landers (of course!!!)

Amy Atlas – we love the inspirational dessert queen

Hostess With The Mostess – it’s so inspirational seeing people’s amazing events

{Question} What children's party theme is your current favorite?

{Answer} The ladybug party theme and the jungle party theme are oldies but goodies – they will always have a soft spot in our heart.


We are currently planning a vintage tea party theme which we are very excited about – I know this is going to be our new favourite!

{Question} Are there any children's parties you are currently planning? If so, can you divulge any details with us about what to look forward to?


{Answer} We have lots in the works. As I mentioned, we are currently working on a gorgeous vintage tea party theme. We have these cute little rag doll invitations we are currently designing, and the party table will be filled with lots of old world charm – lace, floral printed fabrics, strawberry jam sandwiches, pretty cupcakes, lots of beautiful teas and tea cups. The colour palette is pale blue, pale pink, lemon and pale green. Can’t wait to launch the photos.

We are also working on a bright summer palette of orange and fuchsia – we were inspired by a gorgeous stripe print fabric and have been designing an entire party theme around it. It will be perfect for the spring and summer.

{Question} What do you consider to be the best party favors for parents or party planners who want to give out something classic, adorable, eco-friendly and useful that won't end up the the "junk drawer" or lost under the seat in the car? Do you suggest people give out one larger and more expensive party favor, or multiple smaller things? Which are some of your favorites in your shop?


{Answer} Young children always love the idea of getting lots of bits and pieces in a party bag as a gift. There is nothing like ripping open a party bag and pulling out lollies and bubbles and all sorts of knick-knacks. Half the party fun is sifting through that bag at the end of the party on the way home and ooh-aahing at everything. Yes, often these little knick-knacks do end up in the junk drawer, but there are lots of little reasonably priced knick-knacks that are great quality that kids will use over and over again.

All of our beautifully painted wooden toys and favours are great fun, and kids will continue to use them long after the party is over.

Some of our favourites are:


Gorgeous wooden ladybug castanets

Fun Jumping Clowns

Pretty pink maracas

Alternatively, you could incorporate items throughout the party that guests use while they are at the party, and then get to take home as party favours:


Our ladybug wands and handbags are great for dress ups at a ladybug theme party

Our circus sipper cups are great for serving drinks during the party and then for taking home as a favour at the end of the party

{Question} Just for fun...what is your favorite color? Favorite movie? Favorite dessert?

Favourite colour: red

Favourite movie: Life is Beautiful

Favourite dessert: Chocolate cake OF COURSE!

THANK YOU Effi and Anna of Le Petit Party for a delightful interview!

NOW, for a fabulous giveaway!!!!!!

A $50.00 (AU dollars, which is what everything is priced in on their website!) gift certificate for purchase of precious products of your choosing from their online shop!

Shipping complimentary, and INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING AVAILABLE {large/bulky items may not be suitable for international shipping}, so everyone is encouraged to enter.

Here's how to enter:

1. Visit Le Petit Party here, come back and leave a comment on this blog post telling us 2 of your favorite items (more details the better!)

AND

2. Become a fan of Le Petit Party, and it would be lovely if you dropped Effi & Anna a note to say hello and introduce yourself!

AND

3. Become a fan of Kate Landers Events, LLC (if you already are one, thank you!)

THAT'S IT!

***FOR AN ADDITIONAL ENTRY (DOUBLING YOUR CHANCES), please tell us in your comment what items you would like to see available at Le Petit Party.***

Thank you kindly! Must be age 18 years or older to enter. Giveaway ends Monday, November 15th at 11:59pm EST.

GOOD LUCK!