Chances are, you and your fellow parents are tired of spending time and money you don’t have shopping for party gifts that the child of honor might not even play with. As more and more Americans tune into the value of enjoying experiences instead of accumulating objects, giftless birthday parties are becoming more and more of a trend. Ready to try throwing one yourself? Take…
How to Throw a Double Themed Birthday Party
Picture this: you’ve decided to throw a joint party for your twins or siblings born close together, or your child and her best friend. You’ll save money and planning time, and it’s double the celebration! The problem? One child is obsessed with dinosaurs, and the other wants a unicorn theme. Do you enter into hours of negotiations trying to get them to compromise, or pick…
Top 10 Check List for Your Child’s Birthday Party
Planning a birthday party for your little one? Between work, making lunches every day, shuttling everyone to ballet and soccer, you might not know where to start! Here’s an easy ten-step checklist of things you’ll need for your child’s birthday party. A theme: Let your child choose her favorite theme. Whether she’s into a specific character, like Dora the Explorer, or is enthusiastic about a…
Party Games Guaranteed to Keep Kids Busy
Kids love cake and presents, but they also love playing! So, what are some fun and unique games and activities to keep them occupied at a party? Pass the Parcel To prepare this game, wrap a prize with wrapping paper. Include layers of wrapping paper and a smaller prize within each layer. Once you’ve prepared the parcel, have all the kids sit in a circle…
Facing the Challenges of Planning a Child’s Birthday Party
Your child’s birthday is a time of celebration, but planning his or her party can be a challenge. From logistics to budgeting, there are many issues that may arise. So what can you do to tackle them? The venue Renting space at a venue for the party, whether it’s a movie theater or bowling alley, can be costly and may not allow a lot of…
Hosting a Budget Friendly Birthday Party
It’s very easy to lose track of your budget when planning a birthday party for your child. You want to give your child the best birthday party possible, but you should know that you don’t have to spend a fortune to do it. It is possible to host a budget friendly birthday party for your child that will be memorable for years to come. Start…
Planning a Fall Festival for Children
Fall brings cooler temperatures, stunning views, fresh apple crops, and much more. As autumn starts to settle in, it is time to start thinking about how you can keep the party going! If your organization is planning to host a fall festival, consider making it child-friendly in order to appeal to families. Offer Festive Foods For many children, fall foods are part of the fun…
Tips on Outdoor Parties
Outdoor parties are often a big hit among guests but outdoor parties require a lot of planning and effort. If you’re planning an outdoor party, there are several tips that you should keep in mind to ensure the party goes off without a hitch. You Must Plan for the Weather Although it can be hard to predict the weather when planning an outdoor party, you…
Best Finger Foods for Parties
Planning a party can be a difficult process. Between narrowing down the guest list, sending out invitations, and decorating your space, the thought of planning a menu is exhausting. If you’re planning a party and you’re hoping to offer cuisine that will impress guests of all ages, consider serving finger foods. Planning an entire dinner is time consuming, and if people don’t have a chance…
Set Your Party Invitations Apart
An important part of throwing a party is mailing out invitations to family and friends. Whether you are looking to throw a birthday bash or a summer soiree, it’s important to set your invitations apart. There are plenty of ways to create and develop unique party invitations that are guaranteed to get the attention of your potential guests, making them eager to RSVP. Create Your…