Birthdays

Since the date “Super Sweet 16” aired on MTV, teenagers have been obsessed with throwing the best and most spectacular coming-of-age parties. But for most parents, renting out the hottest club,...

If you are a parent, then you know that little children grow up so fast. So why not preserve your little child's handprint or footprint forever. This will also make the perfect Christmas or...

Doctors at C.S. Mott's Children's Hospital, within the University of Michigan Health System, suggest the normal social development of 9 year olds should include conversation they enjoy with small,...

With December approaching gift card season is almost upon us. Some research shows that up to 25% of gift cards that are bought are never even cashed in, for a multitude of reasons from losing the...

For your child's birthday, you want to make her dreams come true, and you'll go to any extreme to make the children's novelty cake she requests. Whether she loves Dora the Explorer or SpongeBob...

Have you ever come across a greeting card that let you record your own message but didn't like the picture on the front? Or maybe you have some really cool idea for a card that goes beyond the...

It’s always a challenge, for me anyway, to come with unique ideas for party favors and gift bags for my daughter’s birthday celebrations. I don’t want to spend a lot of money, but I also don’t...

If your little girl wants an Easy Bake Oven for her birthday this year, why not go one step further and throw her a cake decorating birthday party? Here’s a great plan your daughter and her...

There are many reasons why you might want alternatives to gifts for your child's birthday party. Maybe your child has too many toys or has severe allergies to common materials. Maybe you are...

When it comes to gifts, it really is the thought that counts. A low-cost, heartfelt gift will show you care a lot more than an expensive, impersonal one will. Here’s how to find that perfect gift...

The turkey hunter in your life enjoys the outdoors, the challenge of the hunt and the food he can provide for the family. A turkey hunting birthday seems to be the perfect theme, but it is a...

If you are a parent, then you probably have a few birthday parties you need to chauffer your children to during the weekend. Finding a bargain on a gift isn’t all that difficult, but it is a...

If your child is a fan of Lightning McQueen from the Disney/Pixar movie "Cars," you can feed that enthusiasm by creating a special birthday cake. Use a novelty car-shaped cake pan if you...

Virtual cards and invitations have grown in popularity over the years due to the fact that they're easy, inexpensive and environmentally friendly. They can be simple still photos or animated...

Compact disc (CD) invitations are a different way to invite friends and family members to events such as birthday or engagement parties. CD invitations not only offer a visual invite to an event...

Planning your child’s birthday party can be overwhelming, not to mention expensive. But here is a fun and simple idea for hosting a cookie decorating birthday party on a budget!

Say "I love you" in a creative way. This can be used for any special occasion or just to show your love for you significant other. Place one reason why you love someone inside each...

Birthday's come around once a year. Choosing what to do for your birthday can sometimes be a tough decision. If you are a hippie, choosing activities that nurture that part of you will be very...

Throw your child a Ben 10 Alien Force themed birthday party that he or she will always remember. Using Ben 10 as the theme allows you to get creative with every step of the birthday party planning...

Pinatas are a wonderful part of Spanish tradition and fiestas. Incorporating a pinata into a birthday or holiday celebration is enjoyable for both children and adults. Making your own pinata can...

A banana cake is a fun twist to the traditional birthday-party dessert, which is often served in vanilla or chocolate. Bananas add a fun flavor and a bit of variety to a birthday cake while being...

You will learn how to make a delicious ice cream cake in no time.

Need an idea for a gift basket? People love them and they are from the heart. Follow these steps when putting together a gift basket for someone you love.

Surprise your little “tween” with some grown up fun for her birthday party. Enlist your friends or family to help give the party guests full makeovers including manicures, hairstyles and light...

Children have so much fun at parties doing new things. A really great activity is the breaking open of a piñata filled with candy and trinkets for all to share. It is inexpensive to fill...

Red Velvet cakes are a great addition for any party or private feast. They are delicious and don't require much effort to prepare. Delicious, appetite raising and scrumptious are what make this...

When giving a gift to someone, the presentation can be as important as the gift itself. While the gift will be most appreciated, the act of unwrapping a gift that is neatly and attractively put...

Tink, as she is known by the toddler crowd, is a fun-loving, sassy, feisty fairy, according to her Disney bio. And since most toddlers are also fun-loving, sassy and feisty (according to their...

A birthday party is coming up and you plan on inviting all of your friends, but you want to make sure that everyone gets the invitations in time to make plans to be there. Frantically calling...

Gifts don't have to be elaborate and expensive; they just need to say, "I was thinking of you!" Creating a gift basket is a really easy, cost-effective way to do just that. The...

Teenagers are in a difficult stage of life where they still want to gather with their friends for parties, but the typical birthday party invitation would most likely be an embarrassment to them....

Plan an "over the hill" birthday party for a friend or relative who has reached that mark, whether it's 30, 40, 50, 60 or even older. While the "over the hill" theme is usually for 50-year-olds,...

When it comes to hosting your child's party, why not let Handy Manny help you "fix it right" up. It's fairly easy. Follow these steps and you are sure to have all the children,...

Birthday parties for preteens should be fun and exciting, and party themes, activities and food are all important factors for success. While there are many ways to throw a good party for your...

Birthday invitations will depend upon the theme you choose for them, which likewise depends on the age, gender and interests of the guest of honor, as well as that of the guests you wish to...

So by now you have chosen your party theme...and this year you've decided it's all about those special Cars from Radiator Springs! There's just something a bit special about hand making your own...

Surprising your boyfriend with a creative gift for his birthday or other celebration is a great way to impress him with your knowledge of his likes and dislikes and show him you are willing to put...

For anyone born in the late 1950s or the early 1960s, candy from the 70s is a nostalgic treat. A 1970s candy box is a fun gift for anyone with a significant date relating to the 70s. Whether it's...

Planning a birthday party creates excitement; however, the costs of the party can also cause parents (or the hosts) of the party to feel overwhelmed. Careful, creative planning will save your...

This is a great gift for any woman. You can provide things that can relax a woman, and make her feel better. I can also be fairly inexpensive, depending what you would like to include in the basket.

Tie in the cow theme of your child's birthday party through the use of invitations, decorations, favors and, especially, the cake. Present a cow-shaped cake and watch your little birthday boy or...

If your child dreams of becoming a ballerina, a ballerina birthday party is the perfect way for your little ballerina to live out her dream for a day. The details are what make a party special, so...

A lot of restaurants will offer you a little free dessert on your birthday. But you can only eat dinner once that day! Here are a bunch of FREEBIES from stores that you can enjoy all month long.

Step into the Magical World of Harry Potter and have the Ultimate Birthday Party Experience.

Most people think a special occasion gift such as a birthday has to be a surprise. Unless we` re talking about a car, diamond or similar, the surprise could be yours when that look on his/her face...

Being able to make ice cream out of your very own home is amazing. If you keep all of the ingredients in stock all the time you can have freshly made ice cream at any time you want. This is a...