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Power Up With These Super Mario Party Ideas
Do you have a Mario fan in the house? This theme was perfect for my son's 10th birthday. Here is the fun! (And check back next week for the amazing scavenger hunt we played - the boys LOVED it!) (This post contains affiliate links.) Super Mario Party Ideas...
Candy Land – Inspired Tea Party
For my mom's last birthday, I decided to throw her a little party combining two things she loves: tea and her favorite childhood game, Candy Land. It was a lovely party. Take a look! For the table, I used traditional china, adding...
Fun Ideas for an Emoji Party
Are your kids into emojis and emoticons? At the beginning of August, we celebrated my daughter's eighth birthday. She is crazy about emojis and sends her daddy lots of text messages filled with hearts, funny faces and smiling piles of poo. So it was not a surprise...
A Playful Dog and Cat Birthday Party
If you have a child who loves dogs and cats, you'll want to check out this dog and cat party for fun ideas and inexpensive decor inspiration! My daughter turned 7 last year (yes, I know I am so late on sharing this party!). More than dolls, more than legos,...
Galactic Star Wars Party Games & Activities
We are back for more of my son's 9th birthday party. It was a small party with just a few boys, but they had a blast. I had created fun decor and themed food, but what I think the boys liked most were the Star Wars party games and activities we had planned. (This...
Galactic Star Wars Party Ideas: Decor & Food
Do you have a young Jedi? For the last year, my own Jedi has been looking forward to a Star Wars themed party. Now, I know that I am often telling you that I have found [another] new favorite party theme but how can I not feel that way when we're talking Han Solo,...
How to Throw a Fun & Creative FINDING DORY Party
(This post contains affiliate links.) Every time I throw another party, I find a new theme with which to fall in love. Looking at the details, getting creative and planning some memory-making fun . . . this Finding Dory party was no different! An aquatic-themed party...
AWESOME Lego Movie Party Ideas Your Kid Will Love
Well, my little boy turned 8. And if you've had the pleasure of meeting him, you probably know that he is very into legos and the Lego Movie. In fact, there have been times I have had to put the kibosh on the singing of "Everything is Awesome." It is a...
Alice in Wonderland Party Sweets & Treats
We're all mad here. And I am very excited you are joining us for this Mad Hatter Tea. Today, we're talking about Alice in Wonderland party sweets and treats. You'll see the Mad Hatter cake and other sweets my daughter and her friends enjoyed during the celebration....
Alice in Wonderland Party
Get ready to hop down that rabbit hole because I have so much to share from my daughter's Alice in Wonderland Party. It was a fun theme with so many opportunities for creativity and classic Disney characters. Today, we will take a look at the decor, but be sure to...
Our Superhero Party
Move out of your house in two weeks and throw a birthday party. A little crazy, right? It was last summer and we were under contract for the house. We had two and half weeks to pack and move thanks to a cash buyer and I had to decide if I would throw one last party...
Our Lemonade Party
Disclosure: This post contain affiliate links. Please see my Disclosure Policy for more information. Are you looking for a fun summer party theme? Start thinking of assorted flavored lemonades, lemon-inspired food and a great outdoor evening with family and...
Enchanting Collection of Cinderella Party Supplies
With the new Cinderella movie's recent release (read my review), I am confidently guessing there will be many girls across the country looking forward to beautiful Cinderella birthday party. So to help you get started on planning that fairy tale of a party, I have put...
A Dr. Seuss Party Ideas from Birthday Express
"I know it is wet and the sun is not sunny, but we can have lots of good fun that is funny." ~The Cat in the Hat Ah, this is my favorite quote from Dr. Seuss' Cat in the Hat. A poster with this silly saying used to hang in the playroom in our basement and I hope...
Pink Cowgirl Party from Birthday Express
*This post contains affiliate links. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. This month's feature party from Birthday Express is the Pink Cowgirl Party. It was their most popular party theme in 2014 and is expected to be just as...
Little Mermaid Party Food, Favors and the Rest of the Sea
Hi Friends! We're back with the final post about our Little Mermaid Party! If you missed the grotto decor or fun games, you will find links at the bottom of this post. Today, we'll be looking at Little Mermaid party food, favors and well . . . the rest of the sea....
Little Mermaid Party Decor: Creating Ariel’s Grotto
Last month was my daughter's 5th birthday. Yes, my baby is 5. Where did the time go? For this birthday, my Sweet Girl wanted a Little Mermaid theme. Last year, we celebrated with a Disney Princess theme, but this year, it had to be Ariel alone. So where to...
Creative “Touch” for Your Child’s Young Birthday Party
If you have a little one who is turning one, two or three, here is a creative (and literal) touch you can add to the birthday party. Don't you love the detail? You'll need: A Stamp Pad (in color with your party theme) Wooden Utensils A Willing Child ...
Hello Kitty Party Inspiration
This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links What little girl doesn't love the sweetly iconic look of Hello Kitty? Create a purrrfect party setting with the Hello Kitty Balloon Dreams Party Pack from...
Mustache Man Party Inspiration
**This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links Prepare to party in style with Mustache Man party supplies from Birthday Express. The Mustache Man party theme is a very versatile themes. It can work...
Sneak Peek at our Little Mermaid Party and Shindigz $50 Giveaway
Disclosure: This post contains my affiliate links. I received all product at no cost in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. I love party supplies. L.O.V.E. Today, I am sharing a peek of my daughter's Little Mermaid party with some great supplies...
Pink and Gray Elephant Party
First birthday parties are so much fun . . . Ok, all birthday parties are fun. And this Pink and Gray Elephant Party is no different. Today's party feature is from Lynnette and the celebration is for her daughter's first birthday. Enjoy! The cake is from a local...
Quick Birthday Decorations
There are times when you need quick birthday decorations. Hours spent making pom poms for a photo backdrop or the longest threaded balloon bunting is not going to cut it. You are out of time. But what can you do in just 5 minutes when you need to decorate quickly?...
Cute Party Supplies on Sale at Zulily
Yes, I brake for party supplies! But these are some super cute party supplies. Be sure to check out the Party Partner collection on sale at zulily. I am loving the Sweet Soiree collection and the firework straws. Wouldn't those straws be perfect for a 4th of July...
“This is Your Life” Road Trip Tour: a 40th Birthday Celebration
This year, Dan turned 40 and I knew I wanted to do something fun and creative to celebrate. He wavered on whether he wanted a big party and eventually, he decided against it with work and school being so busy. So a different kind of planning had to begin. I had...
How To Make A Barbie Doll Cake
Did you ever have a barbie doll or princess cake when you were little? There is something so sweet about an edible dress surrounding a little girl's doll (and something a little odd about it at the same time). But nonetheless, it seems almost a rite of passage in...
Minted.com Review and Why I am Squealing with Delight!
This week, I had the opportunity to review the website, Minted.com. Friends, I am loving this site and could spend all day browsing through their beautiful lines of products. Minted has so much to offer, whether you are creating photo cards, planning a party,...
Octonauts Party Games the Kids Will Love!
It wasn't too long ago that we were on the beach celebrating my son's birthday. And I think I can now say that the beach is my favorite location for a party, probably because it is very conducive to a variety of activities. Not the least of which were our Octonauts...
A Disney Octonauts Party
As I mentioned last Friday, my Sweet Boy has turned 6 years old. I love seeing what my kids are into at the time of celebrations and creating fun parties for their birthdays. And over the last year, my son has been loving Disney's Octonauts show. It is a fun...
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My name is Kristen. I'm a former Wedding & Event Planner blogging about fun ways to celebrate each and every day and the special occasions of life. Here you'll find inspiration for family fun, children's activities, party planning and a faith-filled life. 
