Summer pool parties...what could be more fun? Throw in some grilled hotdogs, fruit punch, crunchy potato chips, and a yummy ice cream dessert, and you have all the fixings to ensure your pool party is a hit with the younger crowd! As I did last summer, I hosted an "end of school" pool party for Sophie and a few of her school mates. I vowed to keep it easy and stress-free (for me), and kept the food simple and the guest list small. I had picked up some great party suppplies a while back at a dollar store in a neighbouring community, and the pink flamingo theme inspired me to have another pool party to kick-start summer.
Sophie licking her lips at the thoughts of that first bite...
Using pretty flip-flop invitations (Sophie loves delivering invitations!), we set about planning the party the night before. I thawed some frozen punch and took another trip to the Dollar Store to get the supplies I needed to make these pretty flower pot ice-cream cakes. I saw the idea on The Pioneer Woman's website, and decided to give them a try. If you want the recipe, click on the link and it will take you there. Basically, it involves cutting out poundcake using a circular cookie cutter, placing said pound cake in the bottom of each pot:
...spooning in some softened ice-cream (I used French Vanilla), then a couple of gummy worms, some more ice-cream,
and...this is the important part...placing a straw down through the layers (centered, of course). Then freeze over night, and in the morning spoon some Oreo cookie crumbs over the top for the "dirt". To finish, trim the straws to "soil" level, place a flower (real or faux) into the straw and voila! Perfect, ice-creamy, easy individual desserts that every child will love!
...spooning in some softened ice-cream (I used French Vanilla), then a couple of gummy worms, some more ice-cream, and...this is the important part...placing a straw down through the layers (centered, of course). Then freeze over night, and in the morning spoon some Oreo cookie crumbs over the top for the "dirt". To finish, trim the straws to "soil" level, place a flower (real or faux) into the straw and voila! Perfect, ice-creamy, easy individual desserts that every child will love!
Love them they did...once I was able to convince then that the dirt wasn't real! So... lots of swimming, junk food, and a pretty dessert is all it takes to plan and execute a great party for little girls!! A good time was had by all!
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Next up: my son's pool party for the very same reason!!
How sweet! I love the high chair holding the accoutrements.
ReplyDeleteLooks like marvelous fun! Those flower pots are a great idea...that Ree!
ReplyDeletehow fun how fun!
ReplyDeletetruly creative! i love the pots!!!mmm... I wish I could come to your next party :)
Oh I love the potted flowers , I will have to steal that .
ReplyDeleteThat dirt looks yummy. What a cute idea!
ReplyDeleteYummy! How creative. They had a swell time. So, so happy!
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a fun party - very beachy/summery. I'm glad the weather cooperated. I totally love the ice-cream potted flowers and may have to copy you as well.
ReplyDeletecheers,
Blueberry
Great design taste AND a great mom? You go girl! Your kids are surely lucky.
ReplyDeleteOh, what fun! Love pool parties! Going to have one for my son's birthday in August! He can't wait.
ReplyDeleteI have been making "flower pots" for a while now, but never like this! Ilove the cake at the bottom and the ice cream, instead of pudding! Not as rich and a cool treat indeed. Thanks! How fun!
ReplyDeleteI want to be invited next time! I promise to eat my whole flowerpot cake--dirt and all ;)!
ReplyDeleteSuch a simple creative idea. I am afraid I may have to give the pots a try this summer, thanks for sharing. The girls look like the party was a real success.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
What a Mom--they had a great time!
ReplyDeletethis looked amazing, linda! can I come?? Please, can I??
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea for a post! When our children were younger, we owned a house that had an above ground pool. The previous owners had installed it and had put an attractive deck and platform around it. We wouldn't have put one in ourselves, but we did enjoy having it so much. You're right -- You don't see many decorating ideas for above ground pools. That's very creative to think of ways to make the pool an attractive oasis.
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