Birthdays

Homemade birthday gifts tend to mean much more than store-bought ones, whether they're for your mom, grandmother, aunt, friend, co-worker or any other woman in your life. Use your creativity and...

Homemade birthday cards usually mean much more to the recipient than the store-bought variety due to the sincerity and thought that goes into them. Instead of searching the "perfect" card, make it...

Whether you're getting concert tickets as a present for your boyfriend, girlfriend, best fried or family member, simply presenting them with tickets is effective, but may not be creative. Instead,...

Your Disney princess party can be themed around a single princess such as Cinderella or Ariel, or selected foods and favors can represent different princess-theme party favors. Either way, make...

Celebrating the birthday of a co-worker with an office birthday card lets the birthday celebrant know he is thought of, even if you're not particularly close. Simple recognition usually makes...

Nature-themed birthday parties can be fun and entertaining as well as educational. Activities, which could include anything from scavenger hunts to bird watching, would be sure to please any child...

Men can be difficult to shop for as tastes can be very specific and finding something they don't already have may be a challenge. If you have a man who is difficult to shop for, surprise him with...

Use a Star Wars theme for the birthday party of a young Jedi in training or an older Jedi who's young at heart. Choose one of the films for a specific theme or use common Star Wars characters,...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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 throwback, hippie birthday party sounds like retro fun and maybe a lot of work. However, it can be pretty simple. Remember, the hippie movement was about peace, love and having a good time...

Celebrating a child's birthday with animals adds extra fun to the occasion. If you like the idea of keeping the excitement close to home, a backyard party with a pony ride could be a treat. If you...

Flag buntings are very festive and can be used for any occasion. They are very popular at race ways, sporting events and school parties. Flag buntings can be personalized with a person's favorite...

Holidays are a major part of peoples lives all over the world, and celebrations often feature cards. Birthdays are a sacred time, especially for the younger and older generations. But what to get...

Theme parties are a fun way for guests to feel involved at a birthday party. Whether you are throwing a party for yourself or a child, guests of all ages will enjoy a well-planned theme party. Set...

Philadelphia has much more on its menu than cheesesteak sandwiches. You can find everything from French cuisine and classy steakhouses to Cuban, German and even Russian restaurants. But picking...

On March 12, 1912, Juliette Gordon Low registered the first Girl Scout troop in Savannah, Georgia. Celebrate Girl Scouting's birthday with your troop. Consider activities that represent the Girl...

Throwing a surprise party is a tricky endeavor. As well as tackling all the standard party planning tasks, you have to ensure the party's guests don't spoil the surprise for the guest of honor....

Food and candy party favors are typically big hits. If you are throwing a cupcake theme party, then you can make a cupcake party favor to give away to your guests. Cupcake-shaped and decorated...

Want an exciting party that your 6-year-old daughter will love? While planning the party, consider her personality. Does she love to be pampered or explore nature? She can do both, but when...

For a kid who loves motorcycles, an American Chopper-themed party could be a blast. Toss in a Chopper-shaped pinata, and the party is a classic. Pinatas are relatively simply to make on your own,...

Use flowers to decorate a birthday bash in a fresh and interesting way. Use just-picked blooms from your garden during summer parties, or store-bought, fake or homemade blooms to liven up winter...

Use the right wording in your birthday invitations to let your guests know what they are invited to, for whom, when, where and most importantly what to expect. Younger children's parties may...

Make a SpongeBob SquarePants birthday cake for someone who loves SpongeBob. Use the Nickelodeon character as the theme for the entire party, from the invitations to the decorations, favors, games...