A Fancy Affair

Afton loves the Fancy Nancy books and she began planning her 5th birthday party, literally the following day after her 4th birthday. She knew it "just had to be Fancy Nancy tea party." It was a really fun theme and I was excited to plan a fun party for my girl. 

I used the book as a guide for the necessities, that's fancy for things that are needed. I used the dollar store for the decor. I used my mom as the buyer. (She had to pick up lots of stuff for me since I was still on bed rest and not everything could be ordered online, for a reasonable price.)

The timing of this party was a challenge since I was due to have baby girl on April 6. I knew she would come early, and I could officially get off bed rest on March 9. We set the date for March 22nd and crossed our fingers. (Everything worked out because Jocelyn was born on March 8th, which gave me plenty of time to put the last minute touches on the party planning.)

The Gift Bag

Each table setting had a "papillon" placement for the girls to decorate with foam spring stickers, along with their gift bag. Inside it the girls would find fancy China, flatware, and a glass for their sparkling lemonade to be served in later. The girls would be learning how to properly set a table at the party. 

It also had a play tea set for the girls to keep and envelope that had a french word or phrase for the girls to learn and use at the party. 

"Bonjour." 

"Merci."

 "Ja'dore tu."

"Oooh la la."

The Food & Decor

We enjoyed some yummy refreshments. 

The girls would get a chance to enjoy recipes from the book including "Crunchy Munchy Crudites" and "Delectable Fruit Kabobs." 

We even got to decorate our own cookies with whip cream frosting, sprinkles and candy. 

 

We had so many generous adult ladies who helped me serve these sweet fancy little darlings at the party. 

I was so thankful for the kindness and help. 

The Gifts

All the little girls were so excited to see her open each fancy gift. 

Some even said "Oooh la la!" as she opened really ones.

She LOVED this fancy hat.

 

Great gift. It's been in our car since the day she got it. 

Another beautiful gown, but her first hoop dress.

Painting from a teacher at my mom's school

The Fancy Friends

Quinn, Avery, Hannah, Bella, Cherie, Afton, Peyton, Kaylynn, Vanessa, Emmalina, & Lily

Even Jocelyn was dressed fancy.

Our Afton girl is such a blessing to our sweet family. She is very sweet and sassy. It just depends on her mood. :) We love how she is willing to help and always enjoys spending time with her family. She is a great big sister to both Jack and now, Jocelyn. Her smile can melt our hearts. Her intelligence is impressive. Her memory and sense of direction is shocking. She overall is amazing. We love you Afton Joy, our fancy 5 year old girl.

Favorites at 5:
Person - Daddy
Subject in school - Coloring
Thing to do - Snuggle Jocelyn
Food - Macaroni and Cheese
Ice Cream Flavor - Strawberry
Church Song - A Child's Prayer
Scripture Story - When Jesus was born
Singer - Taylor Swift
Song - Everything Has Changed & Love Song by Taylor Swift
Movie - Frozen
Game - Playing puppies with Jack
"When I grow up I want to be a Princess Dentist Golfer."
"I can't wait for my next Daddy Daughter date. I hope we get ice cream."
"I really want a puppy."
"I really love my mommy."