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With the month of October rolling around, everyone is getting ready for the scariest day of the year, Halloween. In order to celebrate this "spooky" day people go all out by purchasing...
If it is your parents anniversary, why not make them feel special by throwing them an anniversary party. Your parents should be the most important people in the world. If you have siblings ask...
When decorating a table for Holidays or parties, you should consider a very cheap way to put a table over the top!!! On top of your everyday white table cloth and regular napkins, add something...
Many consider wrapping the Maypole a real treat. High school, middle school and elementary school age students enjoy the maypole dance that result in the Maypole wrap. It is very easy to do and a...
Are you trying to plan an inexpensive birthday party? While lots of entertainment and decorations may seem important at first, it's really the quality of friendships and conversation that counts...
What is a party without decorations? The key to great decorating is to choose a theme and have fun.
Remember when May Day was a day of celebration? In the South, young people couldn’t wait until May first and an opportunity to dance around the Maypole. There was a Maypole for each grade level...
Are your looking for a nice piñata without having to pay $20 or $30 bucks for one. Do you want one that won't break after the 3rd hit? Then it's probably best to make one yourself. It's...
Entertaining friends, family and/or coworkers may seem a bit difficult when the budget is tight. Here are some tips to help make your gatherings enjoyable for a fraction of the usual cost.
If you’re throwing a holiday, birthday or Superbowl event, a trip to the store for party decorations can put a hefty dent into your budget. Save money on party decorations with simple tricks to...
If you would like to throw a Tea Party (birthday party) for a special little girl without it costing a ton of cash or becoming a huge ordeal, then here are some ideas that worked for me:
When you have exhausted all other possibilities and you are simply exhausted, this simple technique may keep your infant calm long enough for you to make dinner or do the dishes.
Here's some old-fashioned fun. Make this toy and children can have hours of fun outside with it. It gets them moving. Here's how to make this easy toy from crepe paper, a ball and string.
Make this pretty heart shaped garland and streamers for Valentine's Day or an anniversary. This garland goes together in a snap. Place the hearts vertically for streamers that you can hang from...
Looking to throw a princess birthday party? Creating a magical birthday party can be expensive. In this article, you can find ideas to plan a party for much less. Being a little princess doesn't...
Do you wish that you had time to celebrate May Day, but feel that your schedule is too hectic? Think again! Follow these easy steps to enjoy a quick and easy, yet meaningful, May Day.
It's that time of year again: time to celebrate our nation's independence on the 4th of July! This year your budget may be a little tight, but don't let that stop you from having a blast. Follow...
No matter what theme you have selected, there are some basic decorations that every prom needs. From streamers to lights to guest favors, decorating a prom is all about the details. Many prom...
Birthday parties don’t have to break your budget. Even though your child has been to outrageously expensive birthday parties, she can be absolutely content with an inexpensive party at home. The...
It doesn't take a fortune to decorate for an inside wedding reception. You just need a few hours, a few friends and some supplies. This design costs around $40 dollars in decorations and $48...
For a fun twist on a traditional party, try a color-themed birthday bash. Purple is a fun color and easy to incorporate into a birthday
A casino night party is a fun idea for a milestone birthday, graduation party, a fundraising event, a holiday party or even a corporate event. There are now many businesses that advertise casino...
Decorating with crepe paper can add charm to any party whether a kids birthday party, New Years or game night. Follow these simple instructions and ideas for great decorations. Crepe paper can be...
Streamers make for a colorful and inexpensive way to decorate for your party or event, and are particularly perfect for children to use or enjoy. Streamers are also easy to decorate with, and...
St Patrick's Day is just around the corner. If your wallet is not as big as you would like it to be, you may be thinking that you will have to do without decorating for St Patrick's Day. Let's...
If you are throwing your party on a budget then crepe paper is always a great way to go. Learn how to throw an Anti-Valentine's Day party from a professional party planner in this free events video.
Does your little one love Sesame Street? If so here is a easy and cheap way to decorate for a birthday party without spending a fortune. Its very colorful and inexpensive.
Streamers can be used in a number of different ways, including being used as decorations in a doorway, on the ceiling or in a window. Find out how to hang streamers in a doorway to keep guests...
It is time again for another birthday party. You want to be able to give your child the best party ever, but the bank account says otherwise. Here are some great ways to throw a birthday party...
On May Day eve, folks once went into the woods to collect branches and "go a-Maying." In the morning, they would emerge and the men would bring a live hawthorn tree to the village to make a...
It's early autumn and you've offered to throw an Oktoberfest for your friends and family. Wunderbar! The beer is chilling and the sauerkraut is simmering, so now it's time to make the event...
Decorating is essential to really setting the mood for a party. There are a few styles for hanging streamers that can be used to decorate properly and give your party that extra touch.
Confirmation is about religious growth and maturity. It represents a young Christian's journey into adulthood. In many churches, it is a very important ceremony. And as such, it should be...
Mardi Gras, known as Fat Tuesday in New Orleans, is famous for its colorful decorations and outrageous festivities. If you are planning on throwing a Mardi Gras celebration, here are few ideas to...
There is no better way to usher in a new year than with a party. The greatest thing about a New Year's Eve party is that everyone is a guest of honor. So to help make all your guests feel special,...
Plan a Spiderman themed birthday party the kids will be talking about for weeks. Make a comic book invitation to get your guests excited for your party. Use the basic red and blue colors to...
Children love the circus and all of the trappings that go with it. An easy and inexpensive party to throw is a clown-themed birthday party. There are many games that you can modify to be...
Your child has just mastered the difficult skill of learning how to balance on two wheels and ride a bike. Do something to celebrate, such as taking that ho-hum bike and transforming it into a...
With Halloween just around the corner and a baby who is yet to complete a year and is on a growth spurt, do you really want to spend the odd 15-20 bucks on a costume that will not interest your...
Want decorations that no one else has? Want a cheap & simple way to show off that imagination of yours, well now you can with this arts & crafts project. Just follow these easy yet simple...
What better what to celebrate the biggest football game of the year than with a Super Bowl brunch. Decorating is easy when you select colors from your favorite team. Do-ahead dishes make prepping...
Dancing around the Maypole is a folk dance that originated in Europe. One tradition has individuals dancing around a tall pole that has been decorated with flowers, ribbons and flags. In the...
A Memorial Day Parade is a great opportunity to honor the men and women who have served our country. Show respect and patriotism as you finance a Memorial Day Veterans float. As a business,...
If you're throwing a New Year's Eve party this year, why not set aside a room just for the kids? Let them eat, drink (minus the alcohol) and be merry with their very own New Years Eve room. ...
Game night is usually a casual event, but a little preparation make it memorable without a lot of additional effort. If you put some attention in how you decorate your surroundings, the enjoyment...
Parker Brothers' Monopoly remains the most enduring tabletop board game in the world. Since its first publication in 1935, it has sold hundreds of millions of copies, and variants of every...
Settlers of Catan is the wildly popular board game from Germany, created by Klaus Teuber in 1995. Players take the role of colonists on a newly discovered island, using their resources to farm the...
A homecoming mum is a large corsage decorated with long streamers in the school's colors. Bells and other trinkets are tied onto the streamers to make them more ornate. It's usually worn by women...
Throwing a surprise party can be tough. Trying to get everything organized and planned sometimes can be daunting. Here are some good tips on throwing a surprise party for a boyfriend.
Parties are so much fun! There are so many to throw and everyone always has a great time. when you throw a party for a family member, however, there is added pressure, especially for a sister!...