4 of the coolest superhero invitations for your little dreamer

by Roxanna | Party Ideas

I’m a big fan of superheroes, and therefore, cool superhero invitations. I’m pretty sure your kids are too.I love seeing my kids practice being good people while pretending to be courageous, powerful and strong. I mean, sure, sometimes they also pretend...

Throwing an Olympics Party? Some of the coolest printables, snacks, and party ideas

by Christina Refford | Party Ideas

With so many of us on the verge of Olympics fever, a Summer Olympics party is such a great way to get older kids into the spirit of the games. Whether you’re just trying to make the opening ceremonies more exciting on Friday, or throw a full out theme party for...

Gift wrapping made easy (and pretty!)

by Roxanna | Party Ideas

Have you ever been to a white elephant gift exchange? Then you know how everyone goes for the box with the prettiest bow, even though we all know that’s the one that has the stale apple and branded notepad in it. That’s because presentation counts when it...

Birthday party ideas for a 4 year old with a garden theme? Reader Q&A

by Christina Refford | Party Ideas

I am planning a garden-themed 4th birthday party for my daughter in a few weeks. I need some creative inspiration! So far, we’re going to have the kids each plant something in a pot to take home .. And that’s all. I need ideas for other things –...

Last minute 4th of July picks that sparkle

by Delilah S. Dawson | Party Ideas

Oh say can you see… how awesome your 4th of July party or barbecue is going to be? Whether you need a last minute nosh or pretty party printables, we’ve got you covered like strawberries on a flag cake. 1. Need to keep your little patriots busy? Check out ...

7 of the prettiest paper napkins

by Liz Gumbinner | Party Ideas

As it turns out, a stash of pretty paper napkins are always good to have around for unexpected company or impromptu picnics. This is a lesson I learned last week when we had to pull out the polka dot “happy birthday!” napkins over cocktails. Oy. Here are a...

Fourth of July party printables and decor to make your cookout a standout

by Roxanna | Party Ideas

I love Fourth of July parties, but not all Fourth of July party decor. Beer, hot dogs, fireworks and vintage Americana are good. Red white and blue painted garden gnomes, not so much. I’ve tracked down these cool, classy options for festive decorating including...

Goody bag gift ideas for kids: ready-made crafty party packs

by Liz Gumbinner | Party Ideas

I haven’t thrown that many birthday parties for my kids and it’s like I’m already out of goody bag gift ideas. It might be easier if you have a theme in mind–DIY capes for a a superhero party (we’ve recommended 6 different themes!), a toy...

Ideas for a child’s birthday party? How about some all in one place

by Kirsten | Party Ideas

Looking for ideas for a child’s birthday party can be both fun– and stressful. When my kids were younger, I confess, I went a little overboard with over-the-top parties causing me to collapse with exhaustion. As I learned, it can be a lot simpler. And just...

Girls’ birthday party ideas – Little Red Riding Hood or Alice in Wonderland

by Roxanna | Party Ideas

Girls’ birthday party ideas can still be girlie, even if you want to avoid the same old princess theme. Which is why I instantly fell in love with the downloadable, customizable party kits at Creative Little Stars, based around classic storybook themes. And...

Custom birthday books for kids that are beyond adorable

by Christina Refford | Party Ideas

I love the look on kids’ faces when they open a book and see their names in the pages of the story. So in celebration of the biggest day of all—their birthday!—here are a couple beautifully illustrated books that will make the birthday boy or girl...

Hot Chili Pops are sugar and spice and all things nice

by Christina Refford | Party Ideas

Even on Cinco de Mayo, Hot-chili lollipops sound like one of those joke candies I never want anywhere near my mouth, like those worm-in-the-lollipop “treats” sold in every gift store in Texas. But these all-natural, sweet-and-spicy treats from Yummy...