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🍉One in a Melon Party Picks: What Made Hadley’s 1st So Special
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items Everything we loved (and used!) for her “One in a Melon” celebration — outfits, party décor, baby must-haves, and a few mom wins too.
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Party Décor That Brought the Theme to Life
Parents’ Outfits – Fun, Festive, and Photo-Ready
Birthday Girl’s Outfits – Hadley’s One in a Melon Looks 🍉
Party Décor That Brought the Theme to Life
These decorations made Hadley’s watermelon-themed birthday feel so magical. I wanted it to be sweet, summery, and easy to set up — and this decor brought it all together. From Etsy banners to Amazon party packs, everything here helped create a pictur...
We turned this into a ball pit for Hadley’s birthday and it was a total hit! 🎉
Originally made as a splash pool, we used it as a watermelon-themed ball pit and the babies LOVED it. It matched our “One in a Melon” theme perfectly, looked so cute in p...
🍉 Watermelon Inflatable Kiddie Pool
Safe, colorful, and toddler-approved 🎉
These bright red balls gave our watermelon party such a fun pop—every little loved squishing and grabbing them! Held up for hours and made her ball pit look fabulous.
🔴 Cherry Pop Ball Pit Balls 🍒
A handmade touch that pulled everything together 🍉🍉
This custom brown banner from Etsy was one of my favorite party details! It added such a sweet, personal feel to Hadley’s birthday and tied perfectly into the watermelon theme. Plus, the quality ...
🤎 Custom Brown Banner – LouLouCreates4you (Etsy)
Everything you need to throw the cutest watermelon-themed party!
This set made planning Hadley’s first birthday so much easier! It includes matching paper plates, cups, napkins, utensils, and even a tablecloth — all in a vibrant watermelon theme.
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🍉 One In A Melon Party Supplies Set
A fun + functional party favor that everyone loved!
Instead of traditional goodie bags, we gave each little guest one of these reusable watermelon cups — and they were a hit! Made of durable plastic with a twist-on lid and curly straw, they’re perfe...
🍉 Watermelon Reusable Party Cup
7pcs Watermelon Foil Balloons Set, Includes Watermelon Swim Ring, Watermelon Balloons, Red Star Balloons, Suitable For Watermelon Summer Birthday Party, Watermelon Theme Decoration, Baby Shower, Fruit Theme Party, Hawaiian Party, Summer Themed Decorations
55Pcs Watermelon Stickers Watermelon Toys Watermelon Decor Watermelon Stuff Watermelon Party Vinyl Waterproof Retro Vintage Stickers For Laptop Phone Car Skateboard Water Bottles Scrapbooking Computer Journaling,School Supplies,Back To School
The sweetest final touch for Hadley’s first birthday 🍰💕
This set was absolutely perfect for our watermelon-themed party. It came with the cutest “One in a Melon” cake topper, matching cupcake toppers, and watermelon decorations that pulled everythi...
🍉 “One in a Melon” Cake Topper & Décor Set – Amazon
Parents’ Outfits – Fun, Festive, and Photo-Ready
We couldn’t let Hadley have all the fun! For her “One in a Melon” birthday, we wanted to dress on theme but still feel like ourselves. These are the exact pieces we wore — cute, comfy, and perfect for those special family photos. From Dad’s bold set ...
Sweet and sparkly, these rhinestone watermelon earrings add the perfect pop of fun to any outfit.
Rhinestone Watermelon Earrings
This adorable watermelon claw clip was the cherry on top of my birthday party look — playful, fruity, and perfect for a summer celebration. It held my hair up through party chaos (mom win) and added just the right amount of fun to the theme!
✔️ Stro...
Watermelon Sugar Claw Clip 🍉
This white ribbed tank with mini watermelon embroidery was the perfect pick for Hadley’s birthday party — festive without being loud, cute without trying too hard. It’s breezy, flattering, and added just the right touch of theme for a mom who’s alway...
Tiny Watermelons Tank Top 🍉
He totally committed to the theme! This matching navy blue shirt and shorts set features bold, fun watermelon slice prints that scream “One in a Melon Dad.”
✅ Comfortable, breathable fabric
✅ Easy Amazon find
✅ Photogenic & festive!
Dad’s Watermelon Button-Up & Shorts Set
My go-to mom shorts for summer — high-rise, flattering, and comfy enough to chase Hadley around in all day. I wore these for her birthday party and they paired perfectly with my watermelon tank. The raw hem gives a laid-back vibe, and they work with ...
High-Waisted Denim Party Shorts 👖☀️
This red belt added the perfect punch of color to my outfit for Hadley’s party — tying in the watermelon theme without being too matchy. It cinched the high-waisted shorts just right and gave the look a little extra something. Subtle statement piece,...
Bright Red Pop Belt ❤️
Birthday Girl’s Outfits – Hadley’s One in a Melon Looks 🍉
Hadley had a few outfit changes throughout her big day (and week) — and every single one was sweeter than the last! From her watermelon smash cake dress to her post-cake smock (because, yes, it got messy), these outfits were comfy, themed, and total...
After diving into her smash cake, Hadley needed a quick change — and this watermelon smock outfit saved the day! 🍰💥 It was lightweight, mess-proof, and still totally adorable for photos and playtime after the party. It gave her full coverage withou...
Watermelon Smock Outfit 🍉 (Post-Cake Recovery Look)
This adorable watermelon dress from Shein was Hadley’s official cake smash outfit — and let’s just say, it got the job done! 🎂 From vibrant colors to the perfect fit for messy moments, it made for some of our favorite birthday photos. Affordable, li...
Watermelon Cake Smash Dress 🍉
These were one of my favorite looks from Hadley’s birthday week! The tiny watermelon details and bright color fit her “One in a Melon” theme perfectly. They were cute, comfy, and playful — ideal for everyday wear during her big celebration week, and ...
🍉 Watermelon Pocket Overalls
This sparkly blush bow was one of our go-tos for Hadley’s birthday week! We clipped it into her pigtails for an extra touch of glam, and it totally pulled her look together. The shimmer has a subtle mermaid vibe that catches the light beautifully. It...
Mermaid's Blush Bow Clips
She wore this glittery beauty for her birthday, and it was pure magic! The sparkles caught the light perfectly and paired so sweetly with her watermelon outfit—it was the perfect finishing touch for her special day. ✨ Use code HADLEY15 for 15% off at...
Sparkly Birthday Bow by Bella
cutest little watermelon overalls
Watermelon - FairyTot