We were thrilled to take on this unique challenge: a joint birthday celebration for two brothers with completely different obsessions! The 4-year-old loves all things bugs, while his older brother, age 6, is a Lego fanatic. Their mom wasn’t sure the two themes could work together, but she trusted our process—and the result was a bug and lego themed birthday party that exceeded everyone’s expectations! When it comes to custom designs, we love turning dreams into unforgettable memories, and this was one of our favorites yet!
From the start, we wanted each place setting to reflect the perfect mix of nature and building blocks. Every guest had a Lego plate set atop a green leaf, red napkins paired with bug-print napkins, and wooden cutlery that added a touch of the outdoors. We also whipped up the cutest bug slime drinks served in bottles with critter-filled slap bracelets around the neck. And for the floral centerpieces? Lego head containers held beautiful blooms, each with a few “bug friends” clipped to the stems. This tabletop setting felt like a true celebration of each boy’s personality!
One of the biggest hits of the party was the larger-than-life 10-foot Lego man, a balloon mosaic created by Amanda with Ginger Pop Balloons for the first time ever! This show-stopping piece added to the celebration’s wow factor. Each balloon detail was carefully crafted, bringing both themes together in a playful and visually stunning way. The balloon art did not stop with the mural. There were lego heads and a variety of bugs on the balloon garland decor too! Incredible work!!
The kids had a blast thanks to Sweet Bounce House’s 3-in-1 Combo House and a 6×6 ball pit. With room to jump, slide, and dive, there was no shortage of fun activities to keep everyone entertained. Whether they were bouncing around or diving into the ball pit, this setup ensured that every child had plenty of space to play, laugh, and celebrate.
Each little guest was given a mini lego head storage container to take home as their party favor. They were a hit with the kids and adults alike!
We went all out with themed kid-friendly charcuterie that captured the spirit of the day. Tiny ants were “carrying” fruits and veggies from one tray to another—a quirky nod to the bug theme. It’s details like these that make each party unforgettable and put a smile on everyone’s face!
And finally, a moment for the cake and cakesickles! No party is complete without a show-stopping dessert, and this one did not disappoint. The cake and cakesickles were decorated to reflect both the bug and Lego themes, creating a delicious finale to the day.
This birthday party was an absolute joy to create, from concept to execution. Blending two unique themes to create a memorable celebration is exactly why we love what we do! Custom is what we do best—whether it’s combining unexpected themes, adding personalized details, or dreaming up unforgettable décor, we thrive on creating events that are as unique as the children we’re celebrating. If you have a party idea, no matter how “out there” it may seem, we’d love to bring it to life for you. Get in touch with us, and let’s make magic together!
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Emerald Cups (we used customized drink containers prepared by our caterer)
Large Lego Head Storage for Florals- Boy, Girl, Silly
Small Lego Head Storage for Party Party Favors- Boy, Girl, Silly
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