Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Birthday in a Box



Is there anything as exciting as receiving packages for your birthday?  I think it's pretty hard to top, so I suggest sending a friend or family member a Birthday in a Box!  One of my dearest friend's birthday was last week.  She lives in another state and we only get to see each other a few times a year, so I wanted to send her a fun package:  a mini birthday party in a box.  

Contents:
- repackaged confetti cupcake mix
- sprinkles
- cupcake liners
- handmade cupcake toppers
- party plates
- birthday napkins
- balloons
- homemade confetti
- repackaged hot cocoa mix
- homemade pennant banner

Gather everything you want to include in your birthday in a box.  Other fun ideas would be party hats, noise makers, streamers - get creative!  Repackaging food items in cellophane bags looks cuter than the Duncan Hines box they came in, FYI.  Just be sure to include the instructions on a tag tied to the bag.  I got the templates for the pennant banner and cupcake toppers here.  When everything is together, put it all in a box and ship it off!  Make sure you send it in enough time that it will arrive before the birthday!

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30 comments:

  1. AmandaNovember 9, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    THIS IS GENIUS! I never would have thought to do something like this, but it's a great idea ;)

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  2. UnknownNovember 9, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    this is SUCH a freaking good idea!! love it!


    xo Jackie
    …livingaftermidnite
    SHOP MY MARK. EBOUTIQUE

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  3. whitneyNovember 9, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    so cute, I love this idea for a friend or family member that doesn't live near you!

    whitney
    seeshopeatdo.com

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  4. AimeeNovember 9, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Well, as the recipient of this thoughtful package, I can honestly say that it is a wonderful idea! I LOVED it!

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  5. Stephanie ShepherdNovember 9, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    This is really thoughtful and would be so fun to receive! I need to be more of THAT friend :)

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  6. leslie.kiddNovember 9, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    This is such a great idea! Very thoughtful of you!! Well done! :)

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  7. ValNovember 9, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    I seriously love this idea. So cute.

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  8. Lindsay @ Delighted MommaNovember 9, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Ohh my gosh what a GREAT idea!! I love this!! So fun

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  9. Simply CamyllaNovember 9, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    omg what a great idea!! This is seriously GENIUS!!

    Happy Wednesday!
    Simplycamylla.blogspot.com
    Come by and enter the GIVEAWAY!! <3

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  10. Darby HawleyNovember 9, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Sherri you are a really great friend! This is a fabulous idea!

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  11. Sam W.November 9, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    what a sweet and creative present!! will definitely be borrowing this idea :)

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  12. NatalieNovember 9, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    That is such a sweet present! I love mail...I'm totally going to guilt trip you into doing this for me next year :)

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  13. Julie @ The Smitten MintonsNovember 9, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    This is genius! And seriously adorable! I love your blog :)

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  14. Ashley S.November 9, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    This is the cutest idea! I will have to send this to one of my friends next year...maybe even my sister if she stays in the USVI! Thanks for the tip!

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  15. UnknownNovember 9, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Aw! Such a cute idea!

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  16. Christina @ Still LuckyNovember 9, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    So creative! I love your blog. :)

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  17. Laura @ My Thoughts-UninterruptedNovember 9, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    What a wonderfully sweet idea!

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  18. AlexaNovember 9, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    this is such a good idea, I can't stand it! Would love this! :)

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  19. colleenNovember 9, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    oh WOW i love this. such such such a good idea!

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  20. PaulaNovember 9, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    you always have the most creative ideas! love it!

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  21. Chic ColesNovember 10, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    What a fun idea. with three girls all living so far away. I could send them all a birthday box. Thanks for the ideas.

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  22. JillianNovember 10, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    What a cute idea! I love this. Such a thoughtful gesture, too.

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  23. TeresaNovember 10, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    this is the loveliest idea ever!!!! why not send a mini-bday party inside a box? the only thing missing would be myself, but i'm sure that person would feel like i'm there saying a big HAPPY B-DAY!!!!!!

    love,
    teresa
    www.trend-ish.com

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  24. LaurenNovember 10, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    This is an amazing idea!!! You always have the best stuf on your blog! :)

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  25. UnknownNovember 10, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    This is so CUTE. Putting the cake mix in a baggie is a great idea to keep the color themes working. I love it!

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  26. UnknownNovember 10, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    Fantastic idea! I want one of these to arrive at my doorstep!!

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  27. KiraNovember 10, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    That is such a fun idea, I bet she was so excited!

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  28. jessica // union shoreNovember 10, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    this is such a great idea! so sweet!

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  29. JessamynNovember 12, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    i got a party in a box this year for my birthday and it was very much enjoyed!! :)

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  30. VIctoriaNovember 14, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Super cute:) Love the idea of sending so much celebration love!

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