When I visited This Little Street and saw Audrey’s photos from her daughter Madeline’s second birthday, I couldn’t resist sharing them. Audrey, who organized the memorable 24 Days of Giveaways and who I met at Alt this year, clearly poured a lot of heart into this celebration. The party is pure childhood joy—bright colors, simple crafts, flowers, music, and plenty of playful energy. It’s exactly what a two-year-old’s party should be.
From Audrey: Some people in NYC spend a lot of money on kids’ birthday parties, but I prefer to spend my time. Time is the most precious thing I can give my girls. I bake, make, and decorate the house from floor to ceiling to show them how loved they are and to make them feel special. Madeline is such a bubbly, fun little girl, and I wanted the party to reflect her. I hung balloons, stuck polka dots cut from contact paper on the walls, and added a bit of flower power with a few DIYs. Friends came over, we danced and played music, and Madeline clung to her little blue guitar. It was messy, but full of happy moments.
Those cupcakes look delightful. Audrey shared the recipe for them on her blog, and they fit perfectly with the soft, floral theme of the party.
And that cake topper is a showstopper—Audrey included a tutorial for it as well. Her DIY skills really brought the look together.
One of my favorite touches is a tradition Audrey continued from Madeline’s first birthday: asking guests to write wishes and predictions for Madeline’s future. It’s a heartfelt keepsake and a lovely way to involve friends and family in celebrating a child’s milestones.
All photos by Audrey of This Little Street
You can find more details about Madeline’s party on This Little Street. Thank you, Audrey, for letting me share this joyful celebration.
My favorite part is that the party was held at home—just like the childhood parties my mom hosted. Home celebrations feel warm and personal, and I look forward to creating similar memories with my own children someday. Did you have birthday parties at home as a child? Do you host your children’s parties at home now?