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Party Planning Tips & Ideas

Creating Keepsake Party Photos

Planning a party to celebrate a birthday or special event? Make it an event to remember with keepsake photos! Here are a few tips to create fun and memorable photo opportunities for any special occasion.

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May 11, 2009 in Birthday Parties, Special Occasions, Theme Parties | Permalink | Comments (0)

Creative Party Ideas For A Child's 1st Birthday

Written By Penny Warner.


Your child's first birthday is a once-in-a-lifetime occasion that you'll want to share with family and friends. Here are some tips for celebrating this special event, with ideas for two complete party themes!

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August 07, 2008 in Birthday Parties | Permalink | Comments (0)

Clever Ideas for Party Favors for Kids & Adults

By Penny Warner


Party favors are a great way to thank your guests for coming, and favors leave them with a memento of a great time. For a special touch personalize them to coordinate with your party theme. Here are some suggestions for matching party themes and favors.

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August 07, 2008 in Birthday Parties, Holiday Parties, Special Occasions, Theme Parties | Permalink | Comments (3)

Princess Birthday Party Planning Guide

Written By Penny Warner.

Treat the birthday girl like royalty at a Princess Birthday Party! For added fun, make it a slumber party and create a night in a fantasy castle.

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August 07, 2008 in Birthday Parties | Permalink | Comments (4)

Crafty Kids Birthday Party

Written By Penny Warner.


For a cool and creative birthday party theme, host a Crafty Kids Party! It's a fun, easy, and inexpensive way to celebrate the Birthday Honoree while engaging the guests in creative hands-on activities. Simply provide a variety of art materials and inspired craft kits, set up some easels and tables, and let the budding artists put their imaginative energy to work. Everything from the invitations to the party favors are sure to be priceless!

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August 07, 2008 in Birthday Parties, Theme Parties | Permalink | Comments (0)

Sensational Ideas for a Sweet 16 Birthday

By Penny Warner

Turning sixteen is an exciting rite of passage celebrated around the world. This milestone event signals that your little girl is growing up. Help her celebrate her Sweet Sixteen, Bat Mitzvah, or Quinceanera with a sweetheart party that commemorates this special time.

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August 07, 2008 in Birthday Parties | Permalink | Comments (0)

Treasure Chest Surprise!

By Penny Warner

You can turn your child’s birthday into a treasure chest of fun and surprises with this loot-loaded party idea! In fact, you could pack a whole party in the treasure chest!

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August 07, 2008 in Birthday Parties | Permalink | Comments (0)

Creative Ideas For a Classroom Birthday Party

Written By Penny Warner.

Share your student's special day with fellow classmates and make it a fun learning experience at the same time! Just choose a favorite children's theme and design the party around it.

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August 07, 2008 in Birthday Parties | Permalink | Comments (0)

Party Planning Timeline – Start to Finish

Everybody loves to throw the perfect party, from birthdays and baby showers to holiday get-togethers.  With so much to do, sometimes just knowing where to start can be the hardest part.  If you follow this simple timeline, including helpful hints and ideas, planning your party will be a piece of cake!

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August 07, 2008 in Birthday Parties, Holiday Parties, Special Occasions, Theme Parties | Permalink | Comments (0)

Pirate Birthday: Party Planning Guide

Written By Penny Warner.


Yo-ho-ho, it’s a pirate party for ye swabs! Climb aboard the Jolly Roger Pirate Ship – we're headed for Pirate's Cove for a hearty party with our mates.

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August 06, 2008 in Birthday Parties | Permalink | Comments (0)


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