Party Ideas

Under the Sea Party Ideas

sandra — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 07:31:32 +0000

Under the Sea Party is always a blast for kids and teens because of the interesting concepts that can be added in this theme. Because of its popularity, parents don’t have to worry too much about decorations, games and even utensils as most party providers will constantly have something related to this concept. But to make things interesting, you also have to think out of the box to give something more than just banners and utensils.

Under the Sea and Pirate Adventure

Of course, the Under the Sea theme means you’ll feature objects and animals from the sea but that doesn’t mean you have to stick to the plan. Look for decorations related to pirate adventure so that you can connect the pirate theme with the concept. As much as possible create a connection for pirates and mermaids. You can place the decorations together to signify the mix.

Cartoon Characters

Decades ago, the concept “Under the Sea” is only limited to the movie “The Little Mermaid” but there are now cartoon characters that live in the water. The cartoon show “Spongebob Squarepants” and the movie “Finding Nemo” are only some of the most popular cartoon characters from the sea. You could even make it more interesting by having a party featuring the most popular characters that significantly lived in water. Talk to your party provider on combining the party supplies especially the decorations. Kids will love this idea because it will not just feature multiple characters they love to watch.

Blue Backdrop

Here’s a tip if you want to improve the atmosphere for the theme: look for a large blue cloth that could be used as a backdrop for the decoration. There are party planners who opted to use blue background to cover the wall and they simply added cut outs of fish, corals and other water creatures. It’s simple but the blue color will have a powerful message on the theme.

Party Souvenirs

Plastic toys featuring different sea creatures should be more than enough as a souvenir. But you can make it interesting by adding some stickers, small beach balls and even a bottle of sand. These could be purchased from party suppliers (online and locally) so you don’t have to literally go to the beach just to have bottled sand as a souvenir.

Prom Theme Ideas

sandra — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 10:12:18 +0000

Selecting a prom theme is very important because it could influence the required get-up, decorations, atmosphere and even music. This is the reason why those involved in prom theme often asked the opinions of the attendees to ensure that the theme is interesting for everyone. A theme could easily become remarkable if everyone comes in required costume while enjoying the decorations and music.

Era-Based Theme

A good prom theme utilized by many schools in the past is to focus on a specific era. For example, the school would announce that they will have a 50s prom theme which will require everyone to dress up like it’s the 50s. Era-based themes usually focus on a specific time period and the required get-up are the most popular styles during those years. What’s really impressive about era-based themes is the music as there are specific genres that would easily entertain everyone.

Destination Theme

Instead of focusing in an era, another option is to focus on a destination. This type of theme requires complete change of get-up for those who wanted to attend because countries have varying cultures which means they have different types of dresses. But even though it’s challenging, it’s one prom theme that will get everyone’s attention because it will require careful preparation for the attendees. The factor that makes this type of theme impressive is the decoration because the prom area will virtually transport everyone to a different country.

Pop-Culture References

If an era or a destination is challenging for the party planners, pop-culture references will always work. For example, a space themed prom party will always draw imaginations for the attendees. Everyone could design their space suits or look for ways to look like they came from outer space. Other pop-culture references would be Vegas-style prom theme, Michael Jackson theme and Anime (Japanese Animation) prom theme are only some of the themes based on pop-culture references. Pop-culture themes will naturally solicit an impressive response from everyone because of their familiarity on the subject.

Don’t be limited with simple cocktails and band music this prom. Think of some smart party themes for the prom so that everyone will enjoy this fun and memorable party.

Graduation Party Ideas

sandra — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 08:13:26 +0000

Graduation often solicits a party because it’s considered a major milestone for kids and teens. Parents celebrate graduation because they know their kids worked hard to reach this stage of their lives and their effort should be at least rewarded with a simple and memorable party. Of course, memorable doesn’t have to be expensive as there are great ideas for a party for everyone without spending too much.

The Decoration

The best place for a graduation party is at home because it symbolizes that after all the struggles, everyone goes back home. For the decoration, streamers that say, “Congratulations” should be more than enough to let the guests know more about the reason for celebration. Additional photos of the graduate and captions from guests are also good ideas. Have a giant white streamer for everyone to sign so that they could greet the graduate.

The Food

There is no strict norm on the type of food that should be served for graduation party. But the best foods for the party are the ones favored by the graduate. Ask the graduate on their preferred food so that it could be prepared in advance. Of course, a cake congratulating the graduate is a great addition.

If you want something more personalized, ask the graduate’s friends to come over with food. It’s a pot-luck party which should add to the memories since everyone came with something special for the graduate. Just make sure to coordinate the food so that there is something for everyone.

The Gift

Don’t just make the party all about food and celebration. Make this a memorable event for the graduate. As already indicated, a white wall could be a good way to start since guests to wish the person well. However, parents or those really close to the graduate should think of something more. One of the most popular books is Dr. Suess’ “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” It’s a kid’s book but very special and meaningful. If you have time and technical knowledge, a slideshow chronicling the past of the graduate is also another form of gift. Graduation is not just a party but it’s a memorable event where the person faces another stage in their life so a gift to remember the past and look into the future is highly recommended.

Sweet 16 Party Themes

sandra — Sun, 30 Jan 2011 14:29:21 +0000

Sweet 16 is an increasingly popular birthday celebration for teens partly because of the MTVs “My Super Sweet 16” which chronicles the lavish events hosted by the birthday celebrant. While the type of party portrayed in the television is very expensive, this type of party is now popular among teens. Instead of spending money on a party, a good theme could give everyone a great time during the celebration.

Princess Party

Undoubtedly, the Princess theme is the most popular Sweet 16 party. It’s a costume party where everyone comes in a princess or prince costume with the celebrant wearing the most glamorous gown. It could just be a simple costume party with emphasis on this clothing which means it doesn’t have to be very expensive for the celebrant as the guests will just secure the gowns on their own. There are also celebrants who opted to follow the Princesses from Disney’s movies wherein they ask their friends to wear something close to the princess they saw in Disney animations.

Luau Party

A unique but definitely enjoyable party for teens is the luau party. This party doesn’t have to be in a beach since a swimming pool should be more than enough for the guests. Everyone doesn’t have to be on strict costume as they just have to come in their casual clothing or even in shorts and shirts. Tropical drinks combined with tropical music can create an amazing atmosphere for the teens as they enjoy the water with some drinks, food and great music.

Spa Party

Another unique concept for a sweet 16 party but will definitely work for the ladies. Instead of spending money on food and drinks, the celebrant could invite some of her friends to visit a spa center where everyone gets to be pampered for a day. This could be a bit expensive but it’s one of the ways to enjoy someone’s birthday.

Traditional House Party

There’s always the classic house party where everyone gets together in a specific location with a DJ or a band. Of course, since the guests and celebrants are still teens, adults should be there as well to supervise the event so that everyone will have a great time without endangering anyone.

20s Theme Party

sandra — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 23:53:09 +0000

The early 20s is considered a time for prosperity and economic stability. This allowed people to party most of the time. It is a time of excess and even prohibition is in place; alcohol is overflowing in bars around the country. This time period can even be considered a period for partying which is the reason why it is a great theme especially for adults.

A Costume Party

Complementing the excess and constant party mode of the era are the costumes. For women, the most popular dresses are flappers and evening dresses complemented with necklaces. Fans are also a popular accessory during the era as most of the bars that serve drinks are in closed-door settings.

For men, think of “Godfather the Movie” formal wears. Neck and tie are always the perfect costume for most occasions. Spats shoes are also popular during the 20s and these are complemented with gentlemen hats.

Drinks and Food

What made the 20s really memorable was the prohibition on alcoholic drinks. But bars around the country created ways to make alcoholic drinks for their customers. There are hundreds of cocktails served during the era but a very popular alcoholic drink was gin because of its color and can be easily prepared even in a bathtub. Of course, you don’t have to force everyone to drink alcohol. Prepare fruit punch as an alternative. Food is not really distinctive during the era so finger foods should be more than enough.

Establishing Atmosphere

Because authentic products from the 20s could be expensive, you have to resort to suggestive practices to establish the theme for the party. Create a “speakeasy” establishment in your house or party location by setting soft jazz music as the guests arrive. Because of prohibition, guests have to enter with a password. Follow this practice to make the guests feel that they are entering a secret club during the 20s.

The music during the era is jazz and ragtime. Look for these genres and be sure to select music that could entice everyone in the dance floor. Even though the dance moves doesn’t have to be from the 20s, everyone is already enjoying the party.

Batman Birthday Party

sandra — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 03:14:52 +0000

A cartoon themed party is always a big hit with the kids and even for some adults. For boys, Batman is always an interesting concept because it’s popular which means there are so many things a party planner could do in relation to this very popular cartoon character. Fortunately, the popularity of the Batman makes it really easy to be creative so that kids will have more fun at the birthday party.

Working with Party Provider

You can be assured that party providers will have Batman themed party decorations and accessories. But don’t just settle for some cheap knock-offs which looks like they are just printed without thinking about quality. Shop a little bit so that you can get the best designs possible. Also remember to select the Batman version your kids prefer. More often than not, the classic Batman animation is the choice for kids but some actually prefer the new design. Never forget to haggle and go with one provider as much as possible so that you can save money and effort of running around from one party provider to another.

Get the Clothing

A Batman themed party is a lot more interesting when everyone comes in costume. But that’s a really tall order as not every kid on the block has a Batman costume. Prepare for this scenario by asking the party provider for Batman caps. It’s basically a cap that also covers the eyes. Remember to order some pieces for the adults so that everyone could be part of the occasion. If you want to increase the interest in Batman costumes, inform the kids through invitation that those who came in with costume for the party will have a reward.

Fun and Activities

You can have traditional party food with Batman cake. But make things a lot more interesting by hosting games and activities for the kids. Distribute coloring books for kids to enjoy and use the crayons as party favors. If you want to add games, you can have games based on Batman’s abilities or even trivia. For example, print some pictures of Batman’s nemesis and offer prices for those who can first identify the villains.

Valentines Day Party

sandra — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 03:21:18 +0000

Valentines Day parties are not just for adults. Kids can also have their own party with a little bit of help from their parents and teachers. It’s a fun and simple celebration kids can enjoy with the spirit of sharing the love in this special day. With the help of little creativity, this will be a successful party even on a limited budget.

Party on a Classroom or at Home

If Valentine’s Day falls on a weekday, the best place to have this party is at the classroom. This could also happen at home in the weekends and decorations are very simple. You just need heart-shaped decorations with different colors scattered in the room. Colored paper hearts should do the trick with a few colored ribbons to accentuate the main decoration. If the party is in the classroom, have someone write some romantic phrases in the board such as “Be my Valentine!” or “You’re my Heart!” At home, simply have some signs with the same phrases.

Party Games for Kids

The best thing about Valentine’s Day party for kids is that you simply recycle some of the well known games that will fit the event. For example, the classic game where you pin the tail on the donkey could be translated to pin the arrow to the heart. Guessing the number of jelly in a jar is also another simple game for kids to enjoy. This could be translated to Valentines Day by using heart-shaped candies and the jar is decorated with lovely ribbons.

Remember that this day is all about activities so think of other games you can incorporate. Some parents and teachers download pictures and mazes so that kids will have some paper-based activities.

Food and Party Favors

Like the decorations, prepare foods with heart shaped favor. You’ll most likely have a party mid-afternoon so you just have to prepare snacks. Think of heart shaped candies and cookies. Present this in a clean table covered in white sheet with colored hearts. For party favors, purchase boxes or small gift bags with the color red.

A Valentines Day party for kids is a very interesting event because it highlights fun and being with friends. It’s quite different compared to the adult’s perception of the event but the meaning of celebration is also the same.

Fiesta Theme Party – Fiesta Themed Party Ideas

sandra — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 05:43:22 +0000

A fiesta (literally means “party”) usually happens to commemorate a saint’s feast day, a special holiday like Cinco de Mayo or a special day for someone in the family such as birthdays. It’s a culturally significant celebration for Spanish-speaking communities and this theme could be adopted by anyone because of its unique appeal and fun atmosphere.

Go Tropical

Many countries that celebrate Fiesta are located in the tropical region. Emulate this scenario by having light decorations that focuses on warm and sunny settings. Some use sunflowers as decorations while party providers offer wall sceneries of dessert or an actual Mexican fiesta celebration. Ask your visitors to dress up like they are in the tropics. Emphasize that they don’t have to wear beach clothing – all they need to do is show up in their most comfortable clothing.

Because of the dress code, Fiesta theme party is only feasible during summer or months where the temperature do not drops to freezing conditions. Fiestas are usually set outside at home so the backyard is the best place to set up this type of theme party.

Buffet Presentation

Food is a very important aspect in fiesta. You should prepare a hearty meal for everyone to enjoy. Hold the party late afternoon so that you can serve heavy snacks and drinks. Look for a large table or at least three small tables where you can set-up different types of food. Rent some tables with chairs so that your guests can comfortably eat their meal and enjoy your preparation.

Games and Music

The most popular game associated with fiesta theme party is the breaking of the piñata. But you don’t have to focus on this game only. Think of other mini-games that can be participated by kids and even adults. Even the traditional mini-games could mean hours of fun for everyone.

Don’t forget about the music. While it should not be prominent, it should play in the background loud enough for the guests to hear. Mix some house or RnB music to easily establish the mood for the party. It’s also a good idea to invite a DJ that can mix this type of music while the guests are enjoying their food and games.

Baby Shower Themes

sandra — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 03:33:28 +0000

Baby shower is a fun celebration for parents as they get together with their friends and family in anticipation of the baby. While a regular party preparation could mean a joyous occasion, it would be a lot more interesting if some themes are added. You can give additional flavor to the party as the guests will enjoy the food, the companionship as well as the decorations.

All Things Small

The most popular theme for baby showers are those related to small things. The decorations are usually about cute babies, toys, objects and cartoon characters. Focusing on one toy or object could be a good idea but consider getting your hands to as much small stuff as you can. Litter the room with really small toys and decorate the room with cute cartoon pictures of babies and cartoon characters. This small trick is a lot easier compared to focusing on one object since you can have lots of things to add as decorations.

Considering Colors

Another theme and decoration trick that you can consider for baby shower is to focus on a single color. The conventional color for girls is pink and for boys is blue but you can always consider other colors. The trick there is to avoid something that’s too imposing. For example, avoid using strong pink colors and use its lighter version instead. You don’t want your party to look too pink as this doesn’t give out a good atmosphere. Also avoid of using the color too much. Indicate that you want things to be pink, blue or any color that you want but do not paint the entire room with the same color.

Suggested Gifts

Here’s another tip that would make the party a lot more interesting: suggest the gifts. This is not to impose something from your friends and families but it’s a lot better that everyone come with something useful for the baby without duplication. On the other hand, you can also suggest that everyone bring the same gift as this can be used as the theme for the party. Parents can suggest to their guests that everyone brings a diaper so that the baby will have something to use when he or she comes out.

Magic Theme Parties

sandra — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 04:27:02 +0000

Magic themed parties are a very interesting and entertaining concept for adults and children’s party. But more often than not, celebrants and hosts just revolve the theme on hiring a good magician. Avoid this situation by adding something to the party which would make the guests really feel they are part of the magic.

Decorations and Invitations

For invitations, purchase a deck of cards and write a personalized note for every guest. This could be a bit tiring but it’s a good way to let the guest know that you really want them to come.

For decorations, transform your room into one big magic show stage by adding black hats with rabbits on top. You can also add posters featuring wizards and witches in popular culture especially from the movie “Harry Potter”. If you’re party is in the late afternoon, dim the light a little bit more and decorate the entire area with some glow in the dark objects. The suggested color theme is black and red.

Activities for Kids and Adults

Don’t just limit the magic act to the magician. Look for books or information online on simple magic tricks that can be done by anyone with just a few practices. This is highly recommended for kids who should be very interested in every magic trick they see. The objects used in the party could become party favors – you just have to look for a magic themed bag.

When hiring a magician, look for an appropriate performer for the audience. There are magicians who are only good for entertaining kids while there are those who can perform elaborate tricks for adults. Always ask for references to make sure they are experienced.

Drinks and Food

Many parties that feature magicians as part of the entertainment focus on finger foods since they know that the guests will be busy watching the magician. They don’t have time to be on the table to enjoy their food so light food and drinks is highly recommended. If there are adults, you can mix some alcoholic drinks for those looking for something stronger. There are tons of recipes online that you can consider for everyone to enjoy.