My nephew turned 1 last weekend and I helped my sister throw a moon & stars themed birthday party for him. I kind of had trouble coming up with ideas for this one, but really became inspired that week before the party. I was able to pull together a few pieces for the party, including this string art piece for the dessert table. Art Club has been working with string art for the past few weeks and I thought what’s a better idea than to finally put that round piece of wood I had purchased awhile back to good use. Fresh spring flowers were in bloom at the floral shop and I love how those a few filler pieces along with freesias and ranunculus can make such a statement. (The freesias are still in bloom as I type this)! I really love how everything came together so beautifully for the party, and everyone seemed to enjoy the decor. I always love a good family gathering. My dad makes his special curry and noodles and moms and aunts all pitch in with their favorite dishes. And of course, you know it’s a Vietnamese party when there’s a giant roasted pig greeting you when you walk in the door.

          My brother and his wife welcomed a baby girl, Amélie, last October. As part of the Vietnamese tradition, we celebrated her first month into the world with food and family from both sides. My dad made his well-loved curry and my sister and I had another excuse to practice our flower arranging skills that we learned from a previous floral workshop.