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Dolphin Theme Birthday Party

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Do you have dolphin loving girls in your house? I sure do!

When it came time to plan Rebekah’s 11th and Peyton’s 7th birthday party, dolphins were the obvious theme choice.
My goal was a simple, inexpensive afternoon party the girls could take ownership of. My 11-year-old came up with the majority of decoration and food ideas herself!Dolphin Birthday Party

For an undersea atmosphere, the girls created jellyfish by taping streamers to paper lanterns.Dolphin Birthday Party

A fishing wire tied between the chandeliers was the perfect location to hang streamers in several shades of blue. We simply tore the streamers in long lengths, folded the ends over the fishing wire, and taped the streamers into place.Dolphin Birthday Party

A blue tablecloth set with blue and glass dishes completed the undersea theme.
For the party I ordered a fishing net to lay over the tablecloth. However on party day, I opened the package to find 3 tiny pieces of net, rather than one large piece. 2 important lessons learned- (1)open everything before the actual party day  and (2)read reviews and buy from reputable
retailers!
2016-03-08_0001For the party, we wanted to serve simple but delicious food. Dolphin Birthday Party

First, we bought plain white iced cupcakes from our local supermarket. My daughter dressed the cupcakes up with edible blue glitter sugar and dolphin cupcake picks she created. To make similar cupcake decorations, simply google ‘dolphin silhouette’, and cut your favorite shapes from blue cardstock. You’ll need two identical shapes for each cupcake. Glue a 4 inch lollipop stick between the two matching silhouettes for a cute dolphin cupcake decoration. Dolphin Birthday Party

Sand pudding is a family favorite dessert, so we had to include it in our Dolphin Party menu.

Sand Pudding

Sand Pudding

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 2 small boxes of instant vanilla pudding
  • 3 cups milk
  • 16 oz whipped topping
  • golden sandwich cookies (family size package)

Instructions

  1. Whip 8oz of softened cream cheese with a mixer. Add 3 cups of milk and 2 small boxes of vanilla pudding. Mix until the pudding thickens and the mixture is smooth. Fold in 16 oz whipped topping.
  2. Crush the golden sandwich cookies.
  3. Alternate layers of pudding mixture and crushed sandwich cookies in a trifle dish.

Nutrition Information:

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 2601Total Fat: 193gSaturated Fat: 128gCholesterol: 756mgSodium: 1027mgCarbohydrates: 138gSugar: 89gProtein: 37g

Dolphin Birthday Party

Undersea Jello was also a big hit at the party. We simply added colorful swedish fish to blue jello, then topped the ‘water’ with whipped topping waves and more dolphin picks. Dolphin Birthday Party

And undersea popcorn bar rounded out the party snack menu.Dolphin Birthday Party

The Dolphin Party was a huge success. The girls had a great time, and they loved putting the party together. Happy 11th Birthday Rebekah and Happy 7th Birthday Peyton!Dolphin Birthday PartyDolphin Birthday PartyEasy and Inexpensive Dolphin Birthday Party DIY

 

March 11, 2016 · 22 Comments

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Amanda is an adventurous mom of six based in southern Virginia. She’s teaching her crew to live life to the fullest whether they are home on the farm or trekking through a new concrete jungle. She's passionate about intentional mothering through life’s joys and challenges, and learning to embrace the gift of each new day together.

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  1. Terri Ramsey Beavers says

    March 11, 2016 at 6:47 pm

    What a darling party theme. My grand kids would love a dolphin themed party. They love watching dolphins play.

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  2. Laurie says

    March 11, 2016 at 6:54 pm

    I really want to try the sand pudding! I never thought of making something like that.
    You should be proud of your daughters creativity!

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  3. Heather says

    March 11, 2016 at 8:02 pm

    Gorgeous blues, love this idea 🙂

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  4. angie says

    March 11, 2016 at 9:35 pm

    dolphins are so very popular now days. My dil loves them. This theme was awesome and you did it with such style. I love all the great shades of blue and food that you shared with you guest

    Reply
  5. Michelle Gwynn Jones says

    March 11, 2016 at 10:05 pm

    The dolphin decorations your daughter cut out are adorable and the jellyfish were very clever.

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  6. Elizabeth O. says

    March 11, 2016 at 10:12 pm

    The theme is difficult as it is but your execution is exceptional! I love everything, from the little cupcakes to the jello with the dolphins! It’s all so amazing! Good job, momma. I’m sure the dolphin lovers are satisfied!

    Reply
  7. tara pittman says

    March 12, 2016 at 12:07 am

    What a fun party. I love all the blues in the food.

    Reply
  8. June Warren C. Bordas says

    March 12, 2016 at 12:47 am

    They are ended so cute! I’m going to bench mark your idea. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  9. Lexie Lane says

    March 12, 2016 at 8:49 am

    My kid is a huge fan of dolphins. His birthday is near! This is really a great idea.

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  10. Eugenia says

    March 12, 2016 at 10:37 am

    What an amazing idea to create a dolphin party! Love the undersea atmosphere! Sand pudding looks fantastic! Pinned your post!

    Reply
  11. Kathy Kenny Ngo says

    March 12, 2016 at 11:22 am

    My brothers’s best friend from elementary loves dolphins. She would definitely want something like this. It’s so serene and so beautiful.

    Reply
  12. Clara says

    March 12, 2016 at 11:40 am

    Looks like it turned out to be a lovely day. The decorations were beautiful.

    Reply
  13. Holly @ Woman Tribune says

    March 13, 2016 at 12:24 am

    What an impressive party spread! I would have never thought of a dolphin theme for a birthday party, but I absolutely love it. Great job!

    Reply
  14. Rosey says

    March 13, 2016 at 8:44 am

    I like that the theme is dolphins. That was a fave of my daughter for years.

    Reply
  15. Doran says

    March 13, 2016 at 3:59 pm

    You decorations are beautiful and I love the theme.

    Reply
  16. Lawrence says

    March 13, 2016 at 4:54 pm

    Way to go. You outdid yourself with this dolphin themed party. Beautifully done. What I really want is some of that food!

    Reply
  17. Ana De- Jesus says

    March 13, 2016 at 7:54 pm

    Aw your dolphin party looked like the coolest I love how well thought the decor was!

    Reply
  18. Ana Fernandez says

    March 14, 2016 at 1:22 am

    Love themed food! Those cupcakes are so cute!

    Reply
  19. Mardene Carr says

    March 14, 2016 at 1:45 pm

    Aaaaaaaaaaaw that is a very pretty shade of blue….they seem to have had a wonderful time

    Reply
  20. CourtneyLynne says

    March 14, 2016 at 11:03 pm

    Omg cutest party ever!!!! My dauhter would go nuts do a party like
    This!

    Reply
  21. Molly Kumar says

    March 15, 2016 at 8:25 am

    Such a beautiful themed party and I’m happy to see a different theme than the regular ones. Love the Sand Pudding and Dolphin Cupcakes.

    Reply

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