Party Interior/Entrance Decorations

scene setters
(don’t forget the sticky tack!)
inflatable's
electric lighting ‌ candles
party music ‌ cds
banners
door ‌ wall

Party Exterior/Backyard Decorations

electric lighting ‌ candles
yard signs
banners
door ‌ wall
balloons

Party Accessories

headgear
hats ‌ wigs ‌ sunglasses ‌ bandanas
costumes
leis ‌ hula skirts ‌ vests
glow ‌ led
necklaces ‌ light sticks ‌ light up rings ‌ bracelets
jewelry
bracelets ‌ necklaces ‌ bling bling ‌ rings ‌ beads
boas ‌ wrist streamers ‌ pom poms
inflatable's
games

Party Room Decorations

wall decorations
scene setters ‌ cut outs (don’t forget the sticky tack!)
inflatable's
piñatas
ceiling dangles
balloons
door curtains
electric lighting ‌ candles
garland

Party Exterior/Entrance Decorations

electric party lights
party candles
balloons
yard signs
party banners
door ‌ wall

Party Noise Makers

maracas
tambourines
clackers
horns
whistles

Party Table Top

table skirts
electric lighting ‌ candles
centerpieces
(use piñatas as a centerpiece too!)
table covers
place ‌ name cards
paper goods
plates ‌ cups ‌ napkins ‌ forks ‌ spoons ‌ knives
serving trays ‌ bowls ‌ straws
light up
cups ‌ ice cubes ‌ straws ‌ coasters
drink mixes
confetti
balloons
inflatable coolers

Party Favors and Gift Bags

gift bags
glow ‌ led
necklaces ‌ light sticks ‌ light up rings ‌ bracelets ‌ jewelry
hats ‌ bracelets ‌ necklaces ‌ bling bling ‌ rings ‌ beads
sunglasses ‌ masks
candles
photo frames
personalized gifts
wrapped candy bars
personalized pens

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PARTY PLANNING TIPS

1. Start party planning early: a great party can take as long as a month to plan at a stress-free pace, so start early.

2. Pick a Theme Party: Kids’ theme parties are fun when they reflect your child’s personality or interests, whether it’s pirates, crafts, or Barbie. A theme party also sparks your imagination.

3. Choose a party location: Home parties, either inside or in the backyard, are nice for any age.

4. Write the party guest list: when deciding whom to invite, consider the size of your house or yard and how many guests you can comfortably manage.

5. Send party Invitations: An invitation sets the tone for a party, establishes the theme, and gets guests excited to come.

6. Decorate the party place: A party calls for a festive atmosphere.

7. Plan a winning party menu: A party just isn’t a party without good food. Keep things simple and stick with your party theme.

8. Welcome guests with a Party Craft Project: Guests arrive at different times, so ease them into the party with a craft or activity.

9. Plan a mixture of Party Games: When all guests are present, open with a party game that lets the entire group interact. Thereafter, change the pace with rowdy games followed by calmer games.

10. Don’t forget Party Favors and Prizes: These sweet surprises are a gift from the hosting family to friends, and they should be fun to receive and to give. Again, plan around your party theme.

11. Go with the flow: (here is one I need help with!) Write down the order of the games and activities before the party begins, then be prepared to be flexible.

Simple points to take a little stress out of party planning!  Family Fun Magazine

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