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Throw a Cactus Fiesta Party
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Throw a Cactus Fiesta Party

April 27, 2017May 2, 2018 Andressa Hara 15 comments

Hello, friends!

Cinco de Mayo is approaching and I am getting excited! Who’s with me? To help you plan and celebrate this fun holiday, I am showing you how you can throw a Cactus Fiesta Party!

A Cactus Entertaining Line by Better Homes and Gardens was the inspiration for this little set up. It’s sold at Walmart. No, this is not sponsored. I just want to share with you where I purchased these fun cactus plates, cups and tray.  I am in love! My family will definitely be using them throughout Spring and Summer.

I also purchased guacamole serving bowls. I am planning to serve Tortilla soup in them for Cinco de Mayo. How fun is that?

PARTY DECOR IDEA

I incorporated once again a DIY balloon garland. I used 5″ pink, lime green & clear balloons. I filled the clear ones with matching shredded paper (leftover from Easter), but you can use confetti instead.

I found mini cacti at Michael’s and painted the pots to match my color scheme.

SWEETS

  • Cake

Incorporate a simple buttercream cake and decorate it to match your theme.

I used one of my mini cacti, removed it from the pot to use it as a cake topper. It’s made out of Styrofoam, so I inserted toothpicks to easily place it on my cake. I loved the fact it didn’t add too much weight to it. I finished the look by adding a fresh pink flower.

  • Brigadeiros

I had to make some brigadeiros once again! And they are Margarita Brigadeiros! Yes, Margarita Brigadeiros! They are super delicious and just perfect for Cinco de Mayo! I simply topped vanilla cupcakes with our Margarita Brigadeiros for a fun presentation!

 GET THE RECIPE FOR THE MARGARITA BRIGADEIROS HERE.

FUN DIY IDEA –  ‘Maraca’ Balloons

I had filled some balloons with shredded paper for my garland when my 3-year-old daughter grabbed one and started to shake it around the house. I immediately had the idea of using them as maracas as well. Good thing I had all the supplies from my Halloween Ghost Balloon Wand Tutorial.

To recreate them you will need the following supplies:

  • 5″ balloons
  • Shredded paper (to mimic the noise of a maraca)
  • Balloon sticks
  • Balloon cups
  • Paper straws
  • Clear Tape
  • Curly ribbon (optional)

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Using a mini funnel, fill up the balloon with shredded paper.
  2. Attach the balloon stick to the cup.
  3. Blow up the balloon and attach it to the cup.
  4. Insert a paper straw through the balloon stick and secure it with tape.
  5. Finish the look by adding fun curly ribbon.

Last but not least….

PINK GRAPEFRUIT MARGARITAS

You can make pink lemonade for the kids and these Pink Grapefruit Margaritas for the adults! Easy, refreshing and delicious!

I hope you enjoyed these fun Cactus Party Ideas!

Styling and Photography: Andressa Hara of Twinkle Twinkle Little Party

See this adorable Succulent & Cactus Planting Party submission!

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15 comments

  1. Lori says:
    April 27, 2017 at 6:49 pm

    You never cease to amaze me my friend!! This is spectacular!! I’m so fond of the maraca balloons!! Xoxo

  2. ELISE LANEY says:
    April 28, 2017 at 12:32 pm

    The pink and green are beautiful!!! This looks like it could be a Palm Springs inspired bridal shower too! You’re so talented, Andressa. Seriously gifted. πŸ™‚

  3. Alyssa says:
    April 28, 2017 at 2:08 pm

    I love this set up! It’s perfect with the pinks brought in.

  4. Laura says:
    April 28, 2017 at 9:05 pm

    Such a beautiful party! Love the balloon garland and cake topper!!

  5. Keisha Sibert says:
    April 29, 2017 at 11:33 pm

    Ooooh it’s perfect! I’d love to have a pink margarita right now!

  6. katie says:
    May 2, 2017 at 12:06 pm

    I especially love the maraca balloons! What a great idea! πŸ™‚

  7. Sadie says:
    August 24, 2017 at 1:42 pm

    Love Thing about this so so cute! Can I ask where you got your pink cake stand?

    1. Andressa Hara says:
      August 27, 2017 at 3:30 am

      I got it at my local Home Goods πŸ™‚

  8. Maria Struve says:
    January 24, 2018 at 4:00 pm

    LOVE LOVE LOVE! This cactus party is the cutest. Especially the balloon DIY!

    1. Andressa Hara says:
      January 29, 2018 at 2:34 pm

      Thank you so much, Maria! So happy to hear that!

  9. Marling says:
    February 16, 2018 at 5:44 pm

    Where did you get the plates and cups

    1. Andressa Hara says:
      February 17, 2018 at 4:43 am

      I got them at Walmart!

  10. Rabia Kamal says:
    March 13, 2018 at 2:36 pm

    Beautiful! Can I ask where you got the green guac serving bowls from? Thanks!

    1. Andressa Hara says:
      March 14, 2018 at 6:16 am

      I got them at my local Walmart πŸ™‚

      1. Rabia Kamal says:
        March 14, 2018 at 10:45 am

        Thanks!

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