Birthday Party

Natalie’s Garden Tea Party

There was a white curtains and a few flower arrangements. The color scheme was soft and muted, with shades of pink, cream, and gold, giving the event an elegant and sophisticated feel.

The guests were a mix of family and friends, all gathered together to celebrate Natalie’s first birthday. Rachel had spent weeks planning the perfect party, carefully selecting each dessert and decor item to create a beautiful and memorable experience for everyone.

As the party got underway, guests mingled and chatted, taking in the stunning view and enjoying the delicious treats. The macarons were light and fluffy, with a delicate sweetness that melted in your mouth. The iced cookies were intricately decorated, with tiny details that made them almost too beautiful to eat. The cake pops were a hit, with their whimsical flower decorations and delicious cake centers.

But the real showstopper was the naked cake from Pikabu. It was a work of art, with layers of moist cake and creamy frosting, topped with fresh berries and edible flowers. Guests couldn’t stop marveling at its beauty, and once they tasted it, they were hooked. It was the perfect centerpiece for the elegant tea party, and Rachel couldn’t have been more pleased.

As the day wore on, Natalie’s excitement grew. She was surrounded by love and laughter, and she couldn’t have been happier. She played with her toys, danced to the music, and even tried to sneak a taste of the desserts when no one was looking.

As the sun began to set over the ocean, the party drew to a close. Rachel thanked her guests for coming and for making Natalie’s first birthday so special. As the guests left, they couldn’t help but feel grateful for the beautiful day, the delicious treats, and the stunning view. It was a celebration they would never forget.

Venue: Pacifica Del Mar

Desserts: Pikabu by Lesly Su

Macarons: Happy Macs

Name sign: Bodhi Nest Design

Graphic design: Hae-Jean Kim- dohlhousedesigns etsy

Design and styling: Dohlhouse Designs

December 23, 2018

Joey’s Pantone Party

Working with Sarah and Kevin for their third baby girl Joey was an absolute pleasure. Sarah is a remarkable, talented, and creative person, which made it all the more interesting to see what she had envisioned for her daughter’s party. She had many unique ideas, but was not quite certain about what she wanted.

After some brainstorming, we decided to go with a Pantone color theme, inspired by Sarah’s desire for a minimal and uncluttered look. We selected a beautiful color palette of mustard, mint, and pink, and incorporated some of Sarah’s cute ideas into the overall concept.

The event was held at the Carmel Mountain Country Club, a stunning venue with plenty of natural light. Angela at Wednesday Cakes created an exquisite cake, cake pops, and cookies that perfectly matched the color scheme. We also personalized Japanese pocky boxes into Pantone cards with each child’s name. We also, displayed a snack wall with colorful Asian snacks and sweets.

The children had their own table, decorated with a colorful balloon garland and activity sheets at each place setting. We also included a bouquet of balloons and an activity for each guest to complete at every table.

I am so pleased with how the theme turned out, and everything looked beautiful. It was an absolute joy to work with Sarah and Kevin, and I wish them all the best with their beautiful baby girl, Joey.

Here are some shoutouts!

Venue: Carmel Mountain Country Club

Photography: Celina Kenyon Photography

Desserts: Wednesday Cakes

Graphic Design: Hae -Jean Kim

Design and styling: Dohlhousedesigns.com – Sara Lee & Hae-Jean Kim

December 23, 2018

A Botanical Garden Party for Meritt!

Once upon a time, there was a cute and happy little girl named Meritt. Her family had planned a dreamy garden party to celebrate her special day. The party was just gorgeous, and everyone was in love with how it turned out!

The garden was decorated with a perfect palette of muted blush pink florals and simple eucalyptus. We had worked together with the staff at Red O and their team to bring the vision to life. The result was a beautiful blend of traditions for Meritt, incorporating her Korean and Chinese roots.

The party had all the traditional Korean customs, such as dduk rice cakes and doljabi, and they also added a nice twist of Chinese traditions. One of the highlights of the celebration was an amazing dragon dance that really wowed and entertained all the guests.

There were plenty of activities for everyone to enjoy. The kids had a blast with the crafts, balloon twister, and amazing caricaturist. The Red O team provided awesome food and service, and there were yummy snacks for everyone to munch on.

The desserts and cake were made by the talented three50bakes, and everyone couldn’t stop raving about how delicious they were. It was truly a feast for the senses, and Meritt was the happiest little girl in the world!

As the sun began to set, the party slowly came to an end, but the memories of the dreamy botanical garden party would last a lifetime. It was a perfect day filled with love, laughter, and happiness, and i’m sure Meritt felt so grateful to have such an amazing family and friends who put together such a wonderful celebration for her.

July 28, 2017

Oh What Fun Otis Is One!

We were beyond excited when we booked our first real client. It felt like all of our hard work and dedication had finally paid off. The client was a lovely family who wanted to celebrate their son Otis’ first birthday, which is known as dohl in the Korean tradition. They had a cute monkey theme in mind, as Otis was born in the year of the monkey according to the lunar calendar.

We wanted to create something special for Otis’ dohl, and decided to stay away from the typical jungle theme. Instead, we opted for a clean and simple look using black, white, and yellow as our primary colors. We also incorporated plenty of bananas into the decor to tie in with the monkey theme.

The party was to be held at Eclipse Chocolate in San Diego, which was a beautiful venue. We worked closely with the staff to ensure that everything would run smoothly and that we could incorporate all of the traditional elements of a dohl.

On the day of the event, we arrived early to set up and make sure that everything was perfect. The room looked stunning with our black and white decorations and the adorable monkey-themed accents.

As guests started to arrive, we could feel the excitement in the air. Everyone was eager to celebrate Otis’ big day. The traditional dohl ceremony was held, and it was a beautiful moment for the family. The highlight of the party, however, was definitely the cake smash! Otis had an absolute blast smashing into his monkey-themed cake, and the guests loved watching him.

Overall, the event was a huge success. The family was thrilled with how everything turned out, and we were so happy to have been a part of it. It was an incredible feeling to see all of our hard work pay off, and we can’t wait for our next event!

Here’s how it turned out:

July 28, 2017

SuperHero Party!

The superhero training camp party was in full swing, with kids dressed up as their favorite comic book characters, playing games and having a blast. I carefully planned this to try and make it an unforgettable event. The DIY Gotham City backdrop was the perfect backdrop for photos, and the handmade fondant superhero cookie toppers were a hit with the kids.

But one of the games stood out as a real crowd-pleaser: the “diffused Bomb Game.” It was a simple yet fun game that involved filling black balloons with small toys and candy, then letting the kids go wild trying to pop as many balloons as they could.

The rules were simple: there were no rules. The kids were free to go in and try to pop as many balloons as they could, with the promise of keeping the prizes inside. The game was like a pinata, but without the need for hanging anything and without the risk of young children swinging bats around.

The kids were excited as they saw the balloons laid out on the floor, waiting to be popped. They eagerly grabbed the balloons and started stomping on them, trying to find the prizes inside. Some kids were jumping up and down, trying to pop the balloons with their hands, while others were rolling over them.

As the game continued, the room filled with the sounds of laughter and popping balloons. The parents couldn’t help but chuckle as they watched their little superheroes go wild, trying to collect as many prizes as they could.

In the end, every child had a smile on their face, and the parents were impressed with the simplicity and fun of the “diffused Bomb Game.” It was a great addition to the superhero training camp party, and everyone left feeling like they had a blast.

It was a success creating a memorable and entertaining party for all of the young superheroes in attendance, and the “diffused Bomb Game” had played a key role in making that happen.

To achieve the look for this party! I printed these banners, and paper goods from our etsy shop and decorated everything with it. It’s definitely an inexpensive effective way to make your party look like a superhero’s training camp. Check out the whole party kit below!