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Birthday parties are celebrations of past years and new years to come. They celebrate the moment a person you care about was brought into this world. Some hosts plan surprises, games and plenty of food, while other hosts take guests out to their favorite place, sharing the fun with all. Some birthday parties are just a simple, quiet sit down lunch with family. Any way you go about it, decorating the event in a funny and unique way can make a birthday party memorable. Funny decorations can brighten a party and help with laughs, jokes and smiles.
Although many raceway and go-kart facilities offer on-site birthday party packages, you can save money and recreate the setting easily from the comfort of your own home and backyard. Make the young car enthusiast and guest of honor feel like a star race car driver for the day by presenting him a trophy and surrounding him with guests dubbed as “pit crew” members.
Food is always an important part of any party, and sweets are usually central to a birthday celebration. Make a girl's birthday party special with a dessert table that will keep guests coming back for more, and thrill the guest of honor with a spread of delicious birthday treats.
Birthday cakes are all about preferences. After you’ve chosen the cake and icing flavors, you must choose the cake’s shape and decorations. While there are plenty of ways to decorate feminine cakes, you may find yourself wondering how to decorate a birthday cake for the man in your life. Decorating a man’s birthday cake is simply about knowing a man’s likes, hobbies and interests. This will allow you to build a theme and decorate a birthday cake that he will never forget.
Your 30s are a decade of great years, but they are often wrapped up in work, family and a variety of adult responsibilities. Show the world, or at least your friends and family, just how great the 30s can be with a wild, adventurous or luxuriously indulgent 35th birthday celebration.
Homemade clothing doesn’t mean hand-me-downs. While infants are happily oblivious to what their clothes look like, most parents are not and want their children to look good when they take them out. If you have a creative spirit and some sewing skills, you can learn how to make clothes for children, including infant boys that look cute, are unique and make the child feel comfortable while wearing them.
One way to show your friends and colleagues at work you care about them is to decorate their cubicle at work for their birthday. You can use traditional decorations to fill the space and showcase the birthday celebrant to the entire office. Use items from around the office to make decorations or stop by a party store for favors.
A girl's 16th birthday, also known as Sweet 16, is an important milestone in her life, marking the beginning of her adulthood. To commemorate her birthday, the girl and parents host a Sweet 16 party, where the girl invites her closest friends to participate in fun activities, such as dancing, singing and swimming. The girl must know months in advance what she wants at her party so her parents can make the proper arrangements.
When planning a birthday party for 13-year-old girls, you can organize a variety of crafts to keep them busy. Prepare more challenging crafts than you would prepare for younger children to keep the teens interested. Crafts also double as favors the girls can take home as mementos of the party. Teen girls, craft ideas and a few supplies from your local craft store are all you need to get them started.
Many kids and adults love teddy bears in all shapes, sizes, forms and designs for more than 100 years. The song “Teddy Bear Picnic” has made this huggable and loveable toy even more popular among kids and those who celebrate Teddy Bear Picnic Day in July. However, it does not have to be in July to celebrate a Teddy Bear Picnic-themed birthday complete with bear decorations, picnic baskets and crafts.
Tile trivets made by children are personalized gifts that recipients can actually use to hold hot dishes at the dinner table. Using inexpensive ceramic tiles as the base of the trivets makes the craft project affordable. Acrylic paint is the best option for creating a design that will stick to the tile. Clear acrylic spray sealer helps lock in the design. When the design is finished, complete the trivet by gluing flattened marbles, wooden beads or felt to the bottom.
Mom's birthday is always a super-special occasion. Many times kids are interested in doing something special for their mother. Making a birthday craft project for and with mom is a genuine way to express love and admiration in a way that giving store-bought presents cannot. A craft idea that kids can make happen for mom yields a thoughtful birthday present.
With the anticipation of birthday parties, cake and gifts, it’s little wonder that kids look forward to this special day well in advance of the actual calendar date. For some kids, the wait for a birthday can seem unbearable, and the excitement increases as the day draws near. Corral some of that energy and engage him in a project that tells him exactly how many days remain before the birthday arrives.
Corsages are a beautiful addition to any birthday party. They can be made of fresh or artificial flowers, ribbons and sometimes beads. Traditionally, a woman wears a corsage on her wrist or pinned to her dress. A birthday corsage can become a part of the celebration as a craft guests can participate in, or they can be a lovely gift to the birthday girl and her guests.
If you are having a birthday party for young children, use a robot theme and make robot crafts as activities. This is an especially good activity if you have old cardboard boxes at home, which are used for the body of the robots. A variety of different types of robot crafts exist and you can use your imagination to add your own touches for your child’s party.
While white tie and black tie dress events are the most formal affairs of all, evening dress does not fall far behind. But don't fret; you have a wide variety of choices for evening attire. For weddings, formals, work holiday parties, or an evening at the symphony or opera, you can find a night dress idea that works well with your personal fashion sense. When you add shoes and jewelry to the mix, you will have an outfit that allows you to put your best foot forward.
Grandpa has a special place in your children's hearts. He takes walks to the park with them, goes fishing with them and tells them stories at home. If her grandpa's birthday is coming up, your child can make him a birthday craft at home to show him how much he means to her.
Birthday parties bring out the kid in all of us. When it comes to fifth grade girls, however, they want to act a little more grown up. These girls are tweens who enjoy party games with slightly older themes and more challenging goals. To select games that will engage the girls, focus on their likes and interests.
Your little one's birthday is coming up soon, and you're just as excited as she is. Help her put together a birthday reminder project that reinforces the concept of numbers and days, or a craft that the two of you can use year after year as the day of her birth approaches.
Photography is primarily a word-of-mouth business. Potential clients might be exposed to a photographer’s work through television, the Internet or an art gallery; most photographers, however, gain clients through referrals from other clients or friends. Thus, it is imperative that photographers offer top-notch customer service and operate referral programs in order to increase business.
One birthday craft for kindergarten is a simple pinata project, which becomes a game for all the children. According to Wendy Devlin of Mexconnect, pinatas are associated with Latin culture but are originally from China. A birthday pinata craft can be created individually or with a group in class or for a party.
40th birthday party invitations should be humorous and make light of the fact that the birthday celebratrant has turned 40. Turning a popular song into an invitation for a 40th party requires some careful thinking and word skills. You should understand the basics of writing lyrics, including how to write to rhythm and melodies. Many people should be able to do this by ear, though. Write your invitation ideas down and sing them to friends to get a gauge on the humor of each lyric.
Games add an undoubtedly entertaining time to parties. Whether the birthday crowd contains a handful of people or a large group, there is an appropriate game for everyone. Plan the games ahead of time to gather the information you need for each guests. Additionally, incorporate the age of the birthday girl into the game for added entertainment.
Decorating the envelopes for birthday invitations is yet another crafty way that you can display the festivity of the birthday celebration. A decorated envelope gives invitees something appealing to look at before they even get to the invitation inside. It also allows the crafter to set the tone for the party, and the invitation, from the outside. If you're decorating the envelopes for birthday invitations, keep the theme consistent.
School does not have to interfere with birthday plans for you and your boyfriend. Use school as a way to surprise him as a lead-in to what the day has in store for him. Incorporate teachers and friends into your plans to completely surprise your boyfriend with gifts and treats.
Your door is the first thing guests see when they arrive your home, yet it's often left undecorated. Use your door to establish the tone, theme and color scheme for a birthday party. Incorporate the door into your overall decorating strategy, even if you choose to keep it simple. A decorated door is like a personalized welcoming message and will let guests know they have arrived at the right home.
You can re-create the wild West with cowgirl birthday ideas, adding Western elements to your birthday girl's party. Everything about the birthday celebration, including the party invitations, games and activities, food, drink and decorations, can relate to the Western theme.
If your loved one prefers the colors red and white, or you've selected these hues to adorn your baby's nursery, a scrapbook featuring the color duo is fitting. Wish your family member a happy birthday this year with a hand-crafted book filled with fond memories and important milestones that make the recipient one of a kind.
Decorations create a festive ambiance for birthday parties helping guests and the person of honor celebrate in style. A large, decorative paper candle can be constructed for use as a table centerpiece or to decorate the present table. These candles are constructed using basic household items and can be put together in less than 30 minutes.
Kickboxing is a sport combining elements of martial arts with boxing moves. For a kickboxing aficionado, send him a birthday card reflecting his hobby. Instead of scouring the greeting card stores to find the perfect card, make one yourself and customize it for the recipient.
If you're throwing a 60th birthday party, chances are you'll want to make a statement with the decor of this milestone event. Decorating the tables not only adds visual interest to the space where guests will be sitting, but also to the entire look of the room. Use hurricane vases as the basis for your centerpieces to create eye-catching accents for the event.
Few things capture moments in a person's life as well as photos, which makes them fitting display objects for birthday parties. If you find it difficult to select just a few images to put on display at the party, build a digital slide show for a digital picture frame. The presentation is especially touching when you produce it for a child, whose whole life you likely have documented in digital images. The wealth of digital imagery will allow you to create a show that spans the guest-of-honor's whole life.
A 99th birthday is not an event that comes around on a regular basis, so make the extraordinary birthday an event to remember for the special loved one in your life. Use the honored guest's interests as a guide to the theme for the celebration and encourage the entire family to participate in the event. Keep in mind wheelchair and walker accessibility when choosing the party venue and do not overlook the amenities available at your loved one's nursing home.
Birthday cards come in a variety of different styles, designs and colors. Some people prefer to give store-bought cards, while others add their own personal touch with a homemade greeting card. Whether you want to make a black and white birthday card to match the birthday girl's theme colors or to just make a statement, you can create a personalized card on the computer.
Photos of your children's early years make precious mementos for greeting cards, wall decor, memory books and mantle displays. Instead of leaving your children's poses up to the photographer or waiting to capture a special moment with your own camera, plan a photo shoot that demonstrates the special bond between young siblings with meaningful and playful portrait ideas for brothers.
A 50th birthday is a huge milestone in a person's life, and it should be celebrated with as much gusto as possible. In addition to presents and speeches, 50th birthday crafts help to express love and honor to an individual on her special day. Simple birthday crafts need not be expensive to be meaningful. The point is to create personalized mementos that celebrate 50 years of living.
Your loved one's birthday is approaching, and a banner would be a decorative way to show your child, spouse or coworker that you wish him a wonderful day. Keeping your friend or loved one's interests and preferences in mind when choosing a banner will make the birthday gesture especially impressive.
For the little boy or girl who loves nothing more than an afternoon at the ball park, a baseball-themed cake is ideal for a birthday. You have several options when it comes to decorating a baseball cake. Whether you create a baseball field or a baseball uniform, the little ball player in your life will be thrilled with a cake that expresses his passion for the sport.
Over a thousand active volcanoes exist in the world today. Hundreds more form, but remain dormant. Educators everywhere teach children about volcanoes, as the mountains full of molten rock can be found in most countries. Lessons on the science of volcanoes can be presented and reinforced in a variety of engaging ways.
Some teenagers will not go anywhere without their special gadgets, and spending an entire party without their iPod may be just too much for them to bear. Relieve them of their suffering and make a birthday cake that looks just like an iPod for that technology-lover's birthday celebration; the cake may just end up looking too great to eat. Make a smooth-and-sleek-looking edible iPod by decorating the cake with layers of fondant and embellishing it with miniature fondant squares for the iPod's buttons.
Lightning McQueen is the main character from the Disney and Pixar movies "Cars" and "Cars 2." Lightning McQueen is a racecar that learns important lessons about friendship and loyalty in the movies. The movie is well-liked by children in a range of ages. Many children would love to have a Lightning McQueen-themed birthday complete with a 3D cake of the main character himself. While this cake can be a challenge to create, you can add as many or few details as you like to make the process easier.
Setting up a birthday room with festive balloons, colorful tablecloths, cake and party favors is not difficult. Most, if not all, of these things can be found at your local retailer. However, if you want a birthday room that is more customized to the guest of honor, you might want to consider a specific theme. Ask yourself what would be impressive to your guests? What decade were they born in or do they have a favorite movie? These are essential questions to ask when creating a themed birthday room. Ideas will range from favorite actor/actress to a popular cartoon character.
When your significant other's birthday is approaching, you might feel like doing something a bit more special than simply purchasing a gift. Instead, put some thought into the event and plan a romantic day or outing that you know she would love. Surprising your partner with a romantic birthday celebration will show her how much you care and that you are willing to go the extra mile to make her happy and feel special.
He always makes you feel special and brings you flowers when you least expect it. He pampers you with gifts and whispers sweet nothings in your ear. Show your boyfriend what he means to you on his birthday. It doesn't take a large birthday party to show your boyfriend you appreciate him. Small gestures throughout his house are all it takes for your boyfriend to see that he has a special place in your heart.
Some kids love cute cuddly things such as teddy bears, puppies and kittens because they feel safe and comforting. Other fearless kids are fascinated by the scaly side of the animal kingdom and love large reptiles like snakes and alligators. If your child is an alligator fan, there are various ways to use this creepy, crawly animal to decorate his birthday party. Incorporate alligator colors throughout the party room from dinnerware to balloons to create a memorable alligator party that will light up her eyes.
