Remember how I posted my personalized Valentine’s day paper? Well my daughter turned ten (as mentioned on her best birthday week ever, Bridgit Mendler interview post) and I had fun making some super cute gift wrapping.
Just like the Valentine’s day paper, I created this in Photoshop. But you could use Picnik, Photoshop Elements, or whatever floats your boat. I used a custom shape for the birthday cakes, but have seen some cute dingbats that would work too.
Julia had a stack of custom presents to open- it was pretty fun. My 2′x3′ sheet of paper lasted through five small-ish presents.
What ended up being Julia’s favorite was this poster I created for her:
Hard to believe that a poster that big only cost me $4 at Kinko’s. Again, because it’s printed on the oversized blueprint machine, it can only be done in black and white. Anything color is *way* expensive. I created this in Photoshop as well. Just used a picture I had of her and layered on the other elements. It is now hanging on her bedroom wall- so it must have been a hit! ;)
What do you do to make birthdays special?
I’m linking this post up to:
I’m Lovin’ It with Tidy Mom
the 36th Ave
Weekend Wrap Up with Tatertots and Jello
Latest posts by Mique (see all)
- Bump Nest Winner + Promo Code - May 24, 2013
- This Week’s Link Up: the Pity Party - May 24, 2013
- Last Minute Memorial Day Recipes - May 23, 2013
I never thought about using the blueprint machine to print black & white posters! I’ll have to try this one because the wrapping paper idea is WONDERFUL!
I love this paper! What a lucky gal to have a creative mom like you! I’m glad I came across your blog and all your fabulous ideas.
such a cute idea Mique!
Thanks for linking up! I featured your post in my wrap up http://tidymom.net/2012/birthday-parties/
Have a great rest of the weekend!
Thanks for featuring this Cheryl! xo
I love this! Such a great idea! We would love you to come share this at our weekly link party every Saturday! -The Sisters
http://www.sixsistersstuff.com
Really great idea, it looks awesome!