My baby wanted a mermaid party.
Here is what she got…. Enjoy!
I had the best time drawing her as a mermaid for the invitation!
Her name was on the invite, I just put “girl” on here for the blog.
I think these cupcake toppers took a lot longer to make than the cup cakes! I now have them for sale in my shop.
The food was sushi sandwiches, brownie bombs, brownie starfish pops, goldfish crackers, fruit, pizza and blue Gatorade.
Little Mermaids
The guests were four little girls and one little boy (her boyfriend!). More about him later… ha!
I made these easy no sew mermaid tails for the girls. I didn’t realize how tall they all were compared to my girl! So some were way shorter than they should have been. You can see directions on how to make these at the bottom of this post. Of course, each mermaid got a crown too!
We had lots of fun and games!
Pin the crown on Ariel (which even the older brothers wanted to do), an under the sea treasure hunt and the older siblings had a blast in the dance contest! Oh my… there were some moves going on that should have been outlawed!! LOL! And of course opening presents at the end was a big highlight!
Taking photos as a mermaid was a hit, even with a few boys!!
I bought a large blue foam core board and spray glued a large cut-out of the mermaid drawing. I cropped in close so you couldn’t see their hands holding the board.
More Decor & Goodies
I found cute Ariel lunch boxes half-off at the Disney Store and filled them up for goodie bags. The boys all got Sponge Bob cups filled with pirate stuff. Centerpieces were big cut-outs on silver chargers with pearls and shells surrounding them. I also had a table with a treasure chest and more food, but didn’t get photos.
How To Make…
A no sew mermaid tail.
Sushi Sandwiches
Roll cheddar cheese, cucumbers, cream cheese and turkey up in a piece of white bread. I also added mustard to some.
Song List
- Under the Sea, Little Mermaid Soundtrack
- Caribbean Birthday My Princess, Kiskadee
- Happy Birthday, The Ting Tongs/ Yo Gabba Gabba!
- Happy Birthday, Delroy Wilson/Reggae
Dance Contest Songs (the kids loved these!)
- I Like to Move It, will.i.am/Madagascar 2
- Jump N’ Move, The Brand New Heavies/Happy Feet
- Jump Around, House of Pain
Thanks for coming to see the party! I had a blast making everything and hope you got some inspiring ideas. -Amy
Want to have a party like this? Then download the Mermaid Party Printables!
Choose from 4 different mermaids. Find one that looks most like your party girl!
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You might also like my Fairy Party Printables. They are super cute too! See the Fairy Party here.
I seriously could not be more impressed! What an awesome party
and those invitations? you are so talented!
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Amy!
Does your adorable daughter realize what a wonderful Mommy she has? I am sure she does. You simply outdo yourself on these parties. So talented with all the creative things you come up with! These are precioius pics and what wonderful ideas! Will have to pass these along to Lauri for Natalie; she will be two in Sept. But some wonderful ideas for the next year and the next and the next!
Have a great week from your East Texas Friend!
Ruth Ann
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You make me proud Amy! LOL!! Holy smokes, what a bash. Every detail nailed!! I adore what you created with the mermaid theme. The sushi sandwiches are such a kick. Your daughter is DARLING!! My favorite is the face-cut out board. HYSTERICAL! The little girl on the left with her head tilted is priceless. Way to go Amy. What a wonderful memory you created for all the children.
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Wow! I bet she had sooo much fun. I am so impressed at all your fun (and creative) ideas!!
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Oh Wow, what an amazing party. It came together really well!
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What a pretty party! Great job! I love the sushi sandwiches, too cute!
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Good thing I am typing and not talking because I would have to pick my jaw up off the floor first. This is all stunning. What a lucky little girl. And I can tell you’re loving that new camera. Great photos!
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Amy you did an AMAZING job!! I just LOVE it!! I wish blogs had been around when my girls were little – we never did parties like parties are done now a days! LOL
LOVE it!
~TidyMom
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Oh my word! You are so creative…it’s sickening, really : )
Will you please come and plan my boys’ parties: one will be some kind of theme that centers around the pool and the other wants a monster birthday party…in December – Good grief : )
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p.s. You MUST have used your fancy new camera to take these pics! They are SMASHING!
p.p.s. If she has a little boyfriend, I guess that leaves Weston open to be Midget’s boyfriend. DARNIT! heh heh heh
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*SQUEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEL*
CUTEST BIRTHDAY PARTY EVER! EVAH!
I am most jealous of your mad bday party skillz.
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How super cute!! I’ll have to keep it in mind for my little girl (age 5). Taking photos as a mermaid, what a great idea!
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Everything turned out soooo adorable! I see my favorite cupcake stand! Isn’t it fab? Amazing photos too….you are one talented momma!
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So creative! Can you plan my birthday party next year?
I’m thinking something Pirates. I have always wanted a Pirate party and I think turning 28 is a good time! ha-ha.
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I am blown away by this fabulous party!
Your rocked it!!! Super cool.
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What a fantastic party! Looks like everyone had a blast and you did such a great job with all the details. The drawing turned out super cute!
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Wow!
you know how to throw a party!
She must have loved it!
Will have to keep this in mind for my little lady
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Amazing! You should submit this to Hostess with the Mostess!
Love that mermaid tail pattern! I might just make one for myself!
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such a cute party! love the sushi sandwiches and mermaid tails!
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What a great party!! I love it all. Thanks also for sharing how to make the sandwiches…they are so cool….AND the mermaid tails. Cute cute!
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this could possibly be the cutest bday i have ever seen! i wish my b would do this. being 6 is too old for mermaids, she tells me. boo!
love the sandwiches and the details…the mermaid face shots is awesome!!!!! love it!
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WOW, you are so creative. That is just adorable. I love it!!!
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This was adorable!!! My 3 year old wants an “Ariel Under the Sea” party for her bday in December, and she’s been talking about it for months. I’m not a huge fan of doing a Disney themed party, but I have a friend who did a huge ocean themed bday party, and she said I can borrow her decorations (it’s hard to decorate when your house is already set up for Christmas!)
Do you mind sharing how you did the treasure hunt? What a sweet party.
I’m saving this one in my idea file. 
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Amy Reply:
July 28th, 2009 at 9:02 am
Amanda,
For the treasure hunt, I just scattered fake coins, stickers, cheap necklaces, bracelets and candy rings (which I found in the wedding section at Walmart) around. I bought small colorful draw string bags at a local fabric store for about $1 for 8 bags. That kept the girls (and big boys) entertained for a while!
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Vasiliki Reply:
April 7th, 2010 at 6:13 am
@Amy, that was a great party you organized for your daughter! I’m planning a christening ceremony for my baby girl and want to have a mermaid theme. Could you please tell me how you made the topping for those cupcakes?
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What a great party theme Amy! I love it! Thanks for sharing!
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Thanks! What great ideas and a great tutorial.
You are always so darn generous!
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