Archive for the ‘Party Ideas’ Category
Three Great Traditions for New Years Eve
New years eve is quickly becoming one of our favorite family traditions. A pattern is forming, and all ages look forward to it! First: we do not treat New Year’s Eve as an expensive, adults-only event. Not only does this save babysitting costs, it also is tons of fun and pulls the family together. Our [...]
Daddy’s Baby Shower
Forget couples showers! The latest trend for baby showers is for the guys to have their own party. Can you picture it? Guys unwrapping baby booties and diaper bags. Maybe not. The ladies can have their own shower and ooh and ahhh over the gifts if they wish. The new Dad version of the baby [...]
Save the Date Cards Save the Day
An large birthday or anniversary party has many benefits, the greatest of which is the reunion of family and friends at the celebration. The last thing you want to happen with your anniversary party is to miss important guests because of schedule conflicts. Invitations mailed 4-6 weeks before a party often do not give enough [...]
Tarnation Cowboys! It’s Time for a Party.
Western and cowboy themes are easy to work with for any occasion, from birthday to bachelorette party, to reunion. Just use some bandanas for favors and decor, and add some attitude.
Last-Minute Valentine Party for School
A quick and easy Valentine Party for your child’s classroom that you can put together in an hour. Love it!
Ringing in the New Year
New Year’s Eve is coming, and you want to do it up right! You don’t want to spend too much or travel to far, but you also don’t want to have the same old stand-around-the-kitchen-counter-staring-at-the-dish-of-peanuts party at your house where the crowd clears out at 12:01 a.m.! So what do you do? Here are a [...]
Classroom Halloween Party Ideas
Here is this year’s recipe for an easy Halloween party for elementary school. Be sure to make use of the other parents who volunteered to contribute snacks or prizes for the party, and get them a list of exactly what you need a couple of weeks before the party.
Planning a Surprise Party
Any party can be a surprise, from birthday or anniversary, to a new baby… from a small reception or dinner to a big bash with a band. If you want to throw a party for someone who likes surprises, but won’t miss the prep and planning for a big party, a surprise is the way [...]
Planning a Meaningful Confirmation Party
It is definitely time for a party! So, how do you plan a fun confirmation party that celebrates this coming-of-age without losing the importance of this religious milestone? Remind your guests through the details. Here are a few ideas: If possible, invite your guests to witness the confirmation at the church prior to the party [...]
A Free Game for Your Grade-School Valentine Party
Room parents unite! After nine years of room parenting in the elementary school, the parties get easier every year. In our public school, the room parent is responsible for two parties, Halloween and Valentine’s. Here is my favorite Valentine’s Day party activity – a hit every time – which I have used from grade 2 [...]