The Arkins: Cameron's First Birthday Party

We celebrated Cameron's first birthday with a party on Saturday October 27th. I decided on a red and black ladybug theme and had invitations designed for the occasion.

Invitation

We decorated the house with lots of red, black and white. I made a banner to display Cameron's monthly photos as well as a decorated wall showing all the weekly photos I took of Cameron.

Stairs

Front Entry

12 Months of Cameron

52 Weeks of Cameron

Bryan smoked a huge pork shoulder and we bought some rotisserie chickens to serve as the main dish. We also had chips with salsa and queso, crackers and cheese, chicken nuggets (for the kids), veggies and fruit. The pork seemed to be a big hit.

For dessert I made red velvet cupcakes with a chocolate ganache filling and cream cheese frosting. I ordered a small cake from Publix for Cami to "smash".

The Food Spread

Cupcakes!

Cami's Smash Cake

We changed Cami when it was time for her cake. We all sang her "Happy Birthday" and she went to town on the cake! She loved the icing and even made a decent dent in the cake. I'd say it was definitely a success.

Our Family Before the Cake

Happy Birthday To You!

Attempting to wear her birthday hat.

Mmmm...cake!

This is good!

Daddy feeding Cami a bite.

Wait, I'm not done with that!

Cleanup time!

Overall, the party was a lot of fun! Cami is so lucky to have so many friends and family that were willing to celebrate with her. She had a lot of generous gifts that she's been enjoying since the party.