With Rainbow Loom jewelry being all the rage in my daughter’s age-group, I thought it would be fun to share some easy Valentine’s Day and birthday party ideasย with you using rainbows, friends, and a little service-project! We decided to spread the love this Valentine’s Day and make Rainbow Loom jewelry for children in our area that may not have access to these wildly popular looms. ย We invited some friends over, made jewelry, and enjoyed Valentine treats. ย Valentine’s Day is a perfect time to spread a little love- but actually this idea can be used any time of the year!
Anders Ruff designed the adorable party stationery that I used on the dessert table and for the favor tags. I love the combination of the Rainbow and the hearts. ย This collection is perfect for Valentine’s Day and also full of inspiration for birthday party ideas!
The girls worked on making bracelets, rings, and necklaces when they first arrived. ย When it was time for a break, they were excited to try the FUN-DIP CUPCAKES that I made for them using a recipe from Smart School House.
The FUN-DIP Cupcakes were a BIG, BIG hit! ย They loved finding the FUN DIP inside of the cupcake!
I also made melted chocolate pretzel hearts- these have become a family favorite! ย I found the candy eyes and mouths at Target and used heart-shaped sprinkles to add a rainbow of color for the noses!
The guests were welcome to take home a cupcake in their little favor boxes or bags. ย I made some cupcakes without FUN DIP and used white icing and conversation hearts to dress them up! They were easy to make and made the perfect little take-home gift~
ย YOU’RE A RAINBOW OF FUN! THE PERFECT WAY TO CONVEY YOUR THANKS!
The best part and the main purpose of the get-toether was to make and share Rainbow Loom jewelry with others! ย We chose to share the love through a program at our church that feeds underprivileged families and homeless- there are 30-40 chidren that come each week. Other ideas would be hospitals, doctors’ offices, and maybe even nursing homes. ย I think it is important for kids to be a part of helping and spreading love and this party was truly a RAINBOW OF FUN!
The Rainbow Loom theme also makes for great birthday party ideas! You can find the collection of Rainbow-Loom-Inspired party printables at Anders Ruff Custom Designs!
Party Concept and Styling- LYDIA at THE PARTY WAGON
Party Printable Collection- Anders Ruff Custom Designs
Photography- Zoomworks Photography
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